Xuanwu
Beijing
Popular places to visit
Great Hall of the People
Enjoy a performance at Great Hall of the People, a popular theatre in Beijing. Visit the shops and temples 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.
Dashilan Street
During your trip to Beijing, you can do some window-shopping at Dashilan Street. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
National Centre for the Performing Arts
Enjoy a stop at National Centre for the Performing Arts, an entertaining place to visit in Beijing. Visit the temples and shops in this culturally rich area.
Liulichang
During your trip to Beijing, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Liulichang. Discover the entertainment choices and temples in this culturally rich area.
Niujie Mosque
You can find out about the history of Beijing with a visit to Niujie Mosque. Visit the shops and temples in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Beijing Forbidden City Ticket Booking (Optional: guide service)
Forbidden City Guided Group Tour with Entry Tickets|Multi‐Departs
All-Inclusive Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Great Wall
MuBus: Mutianyu Great Wall Bus Tour with Options(ENG/ESP/RUS)
Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall Daily Tour with Ticket & Lunch
Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City & Jingshan Hill Tour Options
Top hotels in Xuanwu
DoubleTree by Hilton Beijing
"Good location | Clean rooms"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
JW Marriott Hotel Beijing Central
"Lobby was quite impressive. Staff was super helpful. Swimming pool is big and clean. However, the rooms are a bit dated and dim. Carpet looks like it's stained from long term use. The location is ok but not within walking distance to any major shopping / ding hub"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Grand Mercure Beijing Central
"Classy hotel located near shopping and stations. Nice big rooms, increadable breakfast"
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Beijing Temple of Heaven by IHG
"Everything is good and normal."
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
ManXin Qianmen Courtyard Hotel
"Clean room, very small for two people. Breakfast could use some work in making it more intercontinental. Did not like a limited Chinese options."
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Peace Hotel Beijing
"Good selections for breakfast. I booked this hotel because there is a swim pool. Unfortunately, the swim pool was not open during my stay. Also, I inquired about some local tours and the concierge did not appear to be willing to help."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Xuanwu
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.
Fengtai
The mountain views and museums are just a few things visitors like about Fengtai. Chinese People's Anti-Japanese War Museum and Beijing World Park are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Fengtai Dongdajie Station or Qilizhuang Station to get around the larger area.
Downtown Beijing
Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some notable features of Downtown Beijing. Make a stop by Wangfujing Street or Peninsula Beijing Shopping Arcade 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 Wangfujing Street and Chinese Museum of Women and Children. 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. Wangfujing Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Zhangzizhonglu Station or Dongsi Station to see more of Beijing.
