Downtown Beijing Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Beijing Forbidden City Ticket Booking (Optional: guide service)
4-Hour Small Group Tour to Forbidden City with Entry Tickets
Mini Group Discovery Forbidden City Tour with Hotel Pickup option
Water-Great Wall Odyssey: Hike & Cruise One Day Tour
Tiananmen Square Entry Reservation Ticket
T-Square & Forbidden City Group Tours with Optional Sights
Our pick of the best Downtown Beijing Hotel Deals
Grand Hyatt Beijing
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Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Staff very helpful
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025
Fairmont Beijing
The room is very sizable comparing to some other Fairmont. Staff are very friendly and takes the luggage for us to our room.
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Novotel Beijing Peace
No comments
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
The St. Regis Beijing
Excellent and helpful staff
Reviewed on 2 Sept 2025
The Peninsula Beijing
Good location
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Beijing
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.
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.
Dongcheng
Enjoy the popular shops in Dongcheng. Dongsi Hutong 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 Temple of the Sun or The Place while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Dongdaqiao Station or Chaoyangmen 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.
Shishahai
The monuments and parks are just a few things visitors like about Shishahai. Prince Gong’s Residence and Shichahai 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.
Downtown Beijing Travel Guide
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