Downtown Beijing
Beijing
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Popular places to visit
Wangfujing Street
Find the latest fashion or cheap souvenirs and sample local cuisine in this bustling pedestrian-only street, one of the city’s most popular shopping strips.
Forbidden City
This formerly restricted imperial palace complex is now a public museum that shows the splendor of the old China. It is one of Beijing’s most impressive sites.
Tiananmen Square
One of the most famous squares in the world, this spot is the beating heart of Beijing and has always been the site of mass protests and national celebrations.
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 entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Temple of Heaven
Behind a high wall stands an ancient building once used in sacrifices. This huge historical place of worship is a quiet oasis in busy Beijing.
Things to do
Great Wall at Mutianyu Section One Day Tour with Lunch
MyBus: Mutianyu Great Wall coach Tour with guide, lunch, ticket.
Small Group Forbidden City Tours with Optional Sights
Beijing Forbidden City Ticket Booking (Optional: guide service)
4-Hour Small Group Tour to Forbidden City with Entry Tickets
Private trip to Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace by English Driver
Top hotels in Downtown Beijing
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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 Street and Wangfujing Paleolithic Museum. 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. Wangfujing Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Zhangzizhonglu Station or Dongsi Station to see more of Beijing.
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.
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 Hujialou 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.
Hotels Near Downtown Beijing, Beijing
- Wangfujing Shopping Area Hotels
- Chaoyang Hotels
- Dongcheng Hotels
- Dongdan Hotels
- Xicheng Hotels
- Middle Chaoyang Hotels
- Beijing Central Business District Hotels
- Xuanwu Hotels
- North Chaoyang Hotels
- Fengtai Hotels
- Yansha Hotels
- Guomao Hotels
- Jianwai Street Hotels
- Dongzhimen Hotels
- South Chaoyang Hotels
- Chongwen Hotels
- Jinsong Panjiayuan Hotels
- Dongsi Hotels
- Shuangjing Hotels
- Shishahai Hotels