Downtown Beijing
Popular places to visit
Forbidden City
This magnificent imperial palace is one of the most popular tourist sites in all of China, and is filled with many centuries of culture and art.
Wangfujing Street
Shop ‘til you drop on one of Beijing’s best-loved shopping strips, where you’ll find everything from designer labels to cheap souvenirs.
Tiananmen Square
From national celebrations to mass protests, Beijing’s main square has been the scene of many of China’s most important gatherings and is a must-see for any visitor.
Sanlitun Road
During your trip to Beijing, you can do some window-shopping at Sanlitun Road. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
The Palace Museum
You can browse the exhibits at The Palace Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Beijing. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Temple of Heaven
Behind the high walls of this peaceful complex lie some of the most impressive temples in Beijing, where human sacrifices were once held to appease ancient gods.
Things to do
Hanging Temple and Yungang Grottoes in one day(17-hour tour)
Beijing Roast Duck Banquet & Acrobatic Show Evening Tour
Half Day Lama Temple, Confucius Temple Tour with King’s Joy Vegetarian Lunch
3-Day Private Tour of Incredible Beijing Highlights
2-Day Beijing City Highlight Tour with Forbidden City
3-Day Private Beijing City Highlight Tour with Temple of Heaven and Hutong
Top hotels in Downtown Beijing
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Wangfujing Shopping Area
Historical sites, art galleries and museums highlight some notable features of Wangfujing Shopping Area. Make a stop by Wangfujing Street or Peninsula Beijing Shopping Arcade while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Dengshikou Station or Dongsi Station to get around town.
Dongdan
Visitors to Dongdan love its popular shops, and you can check out Wangfujing Paleolithic Museum and Peninsula Beijing Shopping Arcade. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Dengshikou Station.
Dongcheng
Enjoy the popular shops in Dongcheng. Beijing Duan Qirui Residential is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Zhangzizhonglu Station or Dongsi Station to see more of Beijing.
Jianwai Street
While you're in Jianwai Street, take in top sights like China World Trade Center or China World Mall, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Guomao Station or Yong'anli Station.
Chaoyang
Museums, art galleries and cocktail bars highlight some notable features of Chaoyang. Make a stop by Alien's Street Trade Market or Temple of the Sun while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Dongdaqiao Station or Hujialou Station to get around town.
Xicheng
Historical sites, museums and theatres highlight some notable features of Xicheng. Make a stop by Cultural Palace Of The Nationalities or Xidan Shopping Center while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Lingjing Hutong Station or Xidan Station to get around town.
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