Xuanwu
Beijing
![Xuan Wu Lake Park featuring a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/66000/66066-Xuan-Wu-Lake-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Mausoleum featuring heritage architecture as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/66000/66059-Dr-Sun-Yat-Sen-Mausoleum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Xuan Wu Lake Park which includes a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/66000/66064-Xuan-Wu-Lake-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Xuan Wu Lake Park featuring heritage architecture as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/66000/66061-Xuan-Wu-Lake-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Xuan Wu Lake Park which includes a park and autumn leaves](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/66000/66070-Xuan-Wu-Lake-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
Popular places to visit
![Tiananmen Square featuring a city, an administrative buidling and a square or plaza](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/41000/41003-Tiananmen-Square.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Great Hall of the People
Get tickets for a show at Great Hall of the People, a storied theater in Beijing. Visit the temples and shops in this culturally rich area.
![Natural History Museum featuring flowers, heritage architecture and signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/41000/41077-Natural-History-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Beijing Museum of Natural History
Enjoy the wonders of the natural world at this large museum, home to dinosaurs and plenty of preserved wildlife.
Qianmen Street
During your trip to Beijing, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Qianmen Street. Discover the entertainment choices and temples in this culturally rich area.
Dashilan Street
During your trip to Beijing, you can enjoy retail therapy at Dashilan Street. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
National Centre for the Performing Arts
Enjoy a performance at National Centre for the Performing Arts, a storied theater in Beijing. Visit the temples and shops in this culturally rich area.
Niujie Mosque
You can find out about the history of Beijing when you stop by Niujie Mosque. Visit the temples and shops in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
![4-Hour Forbidden City & Jinshan Park Mini-Group Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2371461/0d32a8a6-193a-4355-86df-d9a774eb3d1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Small Group Forbidden City Tours with Optional Sights
![Peking Opera show](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1409075/8ca0bb3f-7b35-4c80-807e-18991f8f24c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Beijing LiYuan Theatre VIP Seats Opera Show with Private Transfer Service
![Small Group Full-Day Tour of Beijing City, No Shopping](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2143156/9b27f778-e22a-4df8-8c5a-b395f977accd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, Lama Temple, Hutong Tours
![Beijing City Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49624900/845aaff8-8b91-4416-a00e-b179689a9944.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Beijing City Guided Walking Tour | China's 1st and Best Rated
Other neighbourhoods around Xuanwu
![Houhai Lake which includes heritage elements and a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/242000/242647-Beijing.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Xicheng
Historic sites, museums, and theaters highlight some notable features of Xicheng. Make a stop by Xidan Shopping Center or XiDan Shopping District while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Lingjing Hutong Station or Xidan Station to get around town.
![Fengtai which includes a city and landscape views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/242000/242673-Beijing.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Fengtai
The mountain views and museums are just a few things visitors like about Fengtai. Beijing World Park and Marco Polo Bridge are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Fengtai Dongdajie Station or Qilizhuang Station to get around the larger area.
![Temple of Heaven which includes a temple or place of worship, religious aspects and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/41000/41010-Temple-Of-Heaven.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Downtown Beijing
Historic sites, museums, and art galleries highlight some notable features of Downtown Beijing. Make a stop by Peninsula Beijing Shopping Arcade or Intime Lotte Department Store while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Jinyu Hutong Station or Dengshikou Station to get around town.
![Dong Hua Men Night Market](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/242000/242873-Dong-Hua-Men-Night-Market.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![National Museum of China featuring signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/41000/41124-National-Museum-Of-China.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![Dongcheng - Wangfujing](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/242000/242769-Dongcheng-Wangfujing.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Dongcheng
Beijing Capital Theatre 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.