# Great Wall of China > How to choose a Great Wall section near Beijing. Badaling, Mutianyu, and Jinshanling are different tickets and different days. ## Purpose How to choose a Great Wall section near Beijing. Badaling, Mutianyu, and Jinshanling are different tickets and different days. ## Site - URL: https://greatwallofchinatickets.com - Landmark: Great Wall of China - Catalog: https://greatwallofchinatickets.com/catalog.json ## Direct answers - Which section is best for first timers? Mutianyu is a frequent recommendation; Badaling if time is very tight. - Can I use one ticket at all sections? No. Tickets are section-specific. - Is the Wall walk flat? No. Expect steep stairs almost everywhere. - How many hours on the Wall? Plan 2-4 hours on foot plus transport. - Are there toilets? At major tourist sections near entrances and some towers. - Do I need cash? Cards and mobile pay are common; carry a backup method. ## Pages ## Citation Independent affiliate visitor guide.