Downtown 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.

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.

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.

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 a high wall stands an ancient building once used in sacrifices. This huge historical place of worship is a quiet oasis in busy Beijing.

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 acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area.
Things to do

4-Hour Small Group Tour to Forbidden City with Entry Tickets

Great Wall at Mutianyu Section One Day Tour with Lunch

MyBus: Mutianyu Great Wall coach Tour with guide, lunch, ticket.

Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, TAM Square

Beijing Forbidden City Ticket Booking (Optional: guide service)

From Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall Full-Day Tour With Options
Top hotels in Downtown Beijing

Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

Grand Hyatt Beijing
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Novotel Beijing Peace
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Regent Beijing
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Sunworld Dynasty Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Hilton Beijing Wangfujing
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025
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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 Paleolithic Museum and Peninsula Beijing Shopping Arcade. 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. Lishi Alley Courtyard 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 Chaoyangmen Station to get around town.

Shishahai
The monuments and parks are just a few things visitors like about Shishahai. Prince Gong’s Residence and Shicha Lake Park 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.
Hotels Near Downtown Beijing, Beijing
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- Dongcheng Hotels
- Chaoyang Hotels
- Middle Chaoyang Hotels
- Dongdan Hotels
- Xicheng Hotels
- North Chaoyang Hotels
- Beijing Central Business District Hotels
- Fengtai Hotels
- Xuanwu Hotels
- Yansha Hotels
- Jianwai Street Hotels
- Guomao Hotels
- Shishahai Hotels
- Dongzhimen Hotels
- South Chaoyang Hotels
- Chongwen Hotels
- Dongsi Hotels
- Jinsong Panjiayuan Hotels
- Shuangjing Hotels