Downtown Beijing
Beijing
Visit Downtown Beijing
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Beijing Forbidden City Ticket Booking (Optional: guide service)
BusDa: Forbidden City & Royal Treasure House Walking Tour
Mini Group Discovery Forbidden City Tour with Hotel Pickup option
Beijing Forbidden City Ancient Ruins Ticket Pass
Tiananmen Square Entry Reservation Ticket
MuBus: Mutianyu Great Wall ENG/ESP/RUS Guided Bus Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Beijing
Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Nice staff, clean room.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Grand Hyatt Beijing
Room was spacious with washer and dryer! Excellent
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Fairmont Beijing
I enjoyed my stay at the Fairmont Beijing. The facilites were top notch and the staff was very helpful. I really liked that they had room service for after hours and I had the best massage at the spa. I'll definitely stay here again if I return Beijing.
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Hilton Beijing Wangfujing
very good loaction
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
The St. Regis Beijing
Great hotel
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
The Peninsula Beijing
Everything was amazing !
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Beijing
Dongdan
Visitors to Dongdan love its popular shops, and you can check out Mingrui Mansion and Wangfujing Paleolithic Museum. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Dengshikou Station.
Wangfujing Shopping Area
Historical sites, art galleries and museums highlight some notable features of Wangfujing Shopping Area. Make a stop by Mingrui Mansion or Wangfujing Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Dengshikou Station or Dongsi Station to get around town.
Dongcheng
Enjoy the popular shops in Dongcheng. Beijing Capital Theatre is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Zhangzizhonglu Station or Dongsi Station to see more of Beijing.
Chaoyang
Museums, art galleries and cocktail bars highlight some notable features of Chaoyang. Make a stop by Temple of the Sun or The Place while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Dongdaqiao Station or Chaoyangmen Station to get around town.
Xicheng
Historical sites, museums and theatres highlight some notable features of Xicheng. Make a stop by Joy City or Xidan Shopping Center while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Lingjing Hutong Station or Xidan Station to get around town.
Dongzhimen
While you're in Dongzhimen, take in top sights like Raffles City Beijing and jump on the metro at Dongzhimen Station to see more of the city.
