Downtown Beijing
Beijing
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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)
Mini Group Discovery Forbidden City Tour with Hotel Pickup option
Temple of Heaven Ticket with Optional Guide Service
T-Square & Forbidden City Group Tours with Optional Sights
Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, TAM Square
Forbidden City Ticket/ The Palace Museum or Group Tours Options
Top hotels in Downtown Beijing
Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Really appreciated the service attitude of the staff who were very friendly, including Ms 刘玉侠 who gave me warm packs, brought a fan and was timely and great in the cleaning of the room every morning! Location was really good. 24/7 laundry machines at B1 were also really convenient. Breakfast was ...
Reviewed on 22 Dec, 2025
Grand Hyatt Beijing
Room was spacious with washer and dryer! Excellent
Reviewed on 17 Dec, 2025
Fairmont Beijing
A lovely hotel, the room and facilities were 5*. The staff were fabulous, it really felt like a luxury hotel
Reviewed on 13 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
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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 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 Temple of the Sun 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.
Jianwai Street
While you're in Jianwai Street, take in top sights like China World Trade Center or China World Mall, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Guomao Station or Yong'anli Station.
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