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.
Great Wall of China
After visiting Great Wall of China, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Huairou. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.
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.
Great Wall of China
See terracotta warriors, ancient temples and Ming Dynasty architecture at the Juyongguan section of one of the most spectacular tourist attractions in the world.
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.
Things to do
Beijing Forbidden City Ticket Booking (Optional: guide service)
4-Hour Small Group Tour to Forbidden City with Entry Tickets
MuBus: Mutianyu Great Wall ENG/ESP/RUS Guided Bus Tour
Tiananmen Square Entry Reservation Ticket
Mini Group Discovery Forbidden City Tour with Hotel Pickup option
Top hotels in Yansha
Four Seasons Hotel Beijing
The room was looking and feeling a bit tired.had to speak to someone about the air con as it was extremely warm.the issue was dealt with quite effectively and the room was cooler and also supplied a fan.location is about on the outskirts but still easy to get to places with the metro…good hotel but ...
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Hilton Beijing
Nice hotel and service. The room was very hot and the window would only open a bit. It was very difficult to sleep.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
The Westin Beijing Chaoyang
Room was spotless and the staff were really helpful
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Kempinski Hotel Beijing Yansha Center
staff are very friendly, cleaning guest room, free bottle water all day long, wonderful location
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Beijing Marriott Hotel Northeast
Helpfull staff and a clean hotel. The room was lovely even if we didn't spend much time in it
Reviewed on 13 May 2025
Chinese Culture Boutique Hotel TangFu
Other neighbourhoods around Yansha
Middle Chaoyang
Museums, art galleries and shopping highlight some notable features of Middle Chaoyang. Make a stop by Chaoyang Park or Yansha Youyi Shopping City while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Beijing Chaoyang Station or Dongfeng Beiqiao Station to get around town.
Sanlitun
If you're spending some time in Sanlitun, Sanlitun Barstreet and Workers Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
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 Chaoyangmen Station to get around town.
Beijing Central Business District
Noted for its art galleries and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Beijing Central Business District. Top attractions like Huamao Commercial Street and Shin Kong Place are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Hongmiao Station or Jintailu Station to see more of the city.
Guomao
If you're spending time in Guomao, check out sights like China World Mall or China World Trade Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Jintaixizhao Station or Hongmiao Station.
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.
