Xicheng
Beijing
Popular places to visit
Beijing Financial Street
Beijing Financial Street is just one of the places to see in Beijing, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the museums and entertainment venues in this culturally rich area.
Beihai Park
Stroll among the many trees, multi-coloured floral displays and holy structures in this fantastic escape from city life.
Jingshan Park
Enjoy the stunning panorama over the heart of Beijing, Beihai Park and the Forbidden City from the hill in this royal garden.
XiDan Shopping District
During your visit to Beijing, you can enjoy retail therapy at XiDan Shopping District. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this culturally rich area.
Beijing Museum of Natural History
Enjoy the wonders of the natural world at this large museum, home to dinosaurs and plenty of preserved wildlife.
Jingshan Table Tennis Park
Catch an event at Jingshan Table Tennis Park during your trip to Beijing. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and temples 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 Xicheng
DoubleTree by Hilton Beijing
"Good"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
JW Marriott Hotel Beijing Central
"Such a fantastic hotel experience! Everything was amazing from start to finish: from the very spacious room to the fantastic breakfast. The staff in particular made such a HUGE impact on making this experience so memorable and wonderful. HUGE thanks to: Jovi, Arthur, Peter, David, Finn and Johan ..."
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Pan Pacific Beijing
"clean room, good breakfast verity, close to main shopping streets. wifi was not great. special thank you to Jack and Joey. we were having major problems with connectivity to the internet and they were very kind helping us to book tours, taxis etc"
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Grand Mercure Beijing Central
"Classy hotel located near shopping and stations. Nice big rooms, increadable breakfast"
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
The Ritz-Carlton Beijing Financial Street
"They are very nice and helpful."
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express Beijing Temple of Heaven by IHG
"Everything is good and normal."
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Xicheng
Shishahai
The monuments and parks are just a few things visitors like about Shishahai. Shicha Lake Park and Prince Gong Mansion are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Beihai North Station or Ping'anli Station to get around the larger area.
Xuanwu
You might enjoy the historical sites while in Xuanwu. Niujie Mosque is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Guang'anmennei Station or Guang'anmen Station to see more of the city.
Downtown Beijing
Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some notable features of Downtown Beijing. Make a stop by Peninsula Beijing Shopping Arcade or Wangfujing Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Jinyu Hutong Station or Dengshikou Station to get around town.
Dongdan
Visitors to Dongdan love its popular shops, and you can check out Oriental Plaza 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.
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 Capital Theatre is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Zhangzizhonglu Station or Dongsi Station to see more of Beijing.
