Downtown Beijing
Beijing
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 browse for the perfect souvenirs at Sanlitun Road. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
The Palace Museum
You can browse the exhibits at The Palace Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Beijing. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art scene 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
MuBus: Mutianyu Great Wall Tours with Options from Beijing
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)
Top hotels in Downtown Beijing
Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025
Grand Hyatt Beijing
Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025
Novotel Beijing Peace
Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025
Regent Beijing
Reviewed on Jul 26, 2025
Sunworld Dynasty Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025
Hilton Beijing Wangfujing
Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Beijing
Wangfujing Shopping Area
Historic 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
Dongdan is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Wangfujing Paleolithic Museum and Peninsula Beijing Shopping Arcade, and you can get around town on the metro at Dengshikou Station.
Dongcheng
Dongsi Hutong and Lishi Alley Courtyard are top sights in Dongcheng, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Zhangzizhonglu Station or Dongsi Station to see more sights in the area.
Jianwai Street
If you're spending time in Jianwai Street, check out sights like China World Trade Center or China World Mall and hop on the metro to see more 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 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.
Shishahai
Shishahai is well-liked for its monuments and parks. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Prince Gong’s Residence and Shichahai are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Beihai North Station or Ping'anli Station to get around.
- Wangfujing Street
- Tiananmen Square
- Temple of Heaven
- The Palace Museum
- Beijing Qianmen Street
- Yonghe Temple
- Beijing Financial Street
- National Museum of China
- Beijing New World Shopping Mall
- Silk Street Market
- Bell and Drum Towers
- Houhai Lake
- Workers Stadium
- Chairman Mao Memorial Hall
- XiDan Shopping District
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