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 entertainment choices in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Beijing Forbidden City Ticket Booking (Optional: guide service)
MuBus: Mutianyu Great Wall ENG/ESP/RUS Guided Bus Tour
All-Inclusive Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Great Wall
Mini Group Discovery Forbidden City Tour with Hotel Pickup option
Beijing Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square Admission Tickets
Tiananmen Square Entry Reservation Ticket
Top hotels in Downtown Beijing
Peace Hotel Beijing
We didn't had breasfast there unable to tell. The room in excellent condition the staff very gentle
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Very good location. Closed to everything. Room was clean and comfortable. Very helpful and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Grand Hyatt Beijing
Scott, Cecilia, Devin, George and Simon were all helpful during our week long stay. They helped with transportation, attraction tickets and suggestions on places to eat and shop. Definitely made our stay great and we would definitely return. They made our stay a wonderful experience. Very pleasant ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
LiveFortuna Hotel
I liked the breakfast. A lot of options for foreigners. Close to the city center. Also a lot of dining options next to the hotel.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Sunworld Dynasty Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Everything was great about the hotel. I wish I got a room with a better location but overall i had a great stay and experience
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Swissôtel Beijing Hong Kong Macau Center
Very good experience
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Beijing
Dongdan
Visitors to Dongdan love its popular shops, and you can check out Wangfujing Paleolithic Museum and Oriental Plaza. 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 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.
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.
Chaoyang
Museums, art galleries and cocktail bars highlight some notable features of Chaoyang. Make a stop by Alien's Street Trade Market or Ritan Park 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 Xidan Shopping Center or XiDan Shopping District 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.
