Yamenkou
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.
Great Wall of China
After visiting Great Wall of China, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Huairou. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.
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.
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.
Great Wall of China
See terracotta warriors, ancient temples and Ming Dynasty architecture at the Juyongguan section of one of the most spectacular tourist attractions in the world.
Things to do
One-Day Beijing Mutianyu/Badaling Great Wall Tour
MuBus: Mutianyu Great Wall ENG/ESP/RUS Guided Bus Tour
Beijing Forbidden City Ticket Booking (Optional: guide service)
Beijing Hutong Walking Food and Beer Tour at Hidden Restaurants
Mini Group Discovery Forbidden City Tour with Hotel Pickup option
Tiananmen Square Entry Reservation Ticket
Top hotels in Yamenkou
Peace Hotel Beijing
My room was very hot but i was upgraded and room very comfortable
Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026
Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Yes there were shops around
Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026
Grand Hyatt Beijing
Very nice
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026
Sunworld Dynasty Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Absolutely gorgeous; close to shopping area; excellent staff
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026
Four Seasons Hotel Beijing
It’s a four season, and it lives up to the expectations of the four season quality. The building and neighborhood are a bit dated, though. Overall, we had a great stay there.
Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026
Empark Prime Hotel Beijing
New hotel, clean rooms, very helpful staff. Mr.Hank is a very helpful staff/manager help us to plan our next destination, rooms services was very honest he/she reported 👍 to reception about our left jacket behind, and Mr.Hank contact us then send it to my next destination hotel. Thanks you very ...
Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Yamenkou
Fengtai
The mountain views and museums are just a few things visitors like about Fengtai. Beijing Automobile Museum and Chinese People's Anti-Japanese War Museum 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.
Xuanwu
Xuanwu is a destination travelers like for its historic sites, and you might hop aboard the metro at Guang'anmennei Station or Guang'anmen Station to explore sights like Niujie Mosque.
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.
Haidian
Get to know Haidian and its many features like its museums and monuments. You might want to explore sights like Summer Palace and Fragrant Hills Park, and you can jump on the metro at Xibeiwang Station or Malianwa Station to get around the city.
Downtown Beijing
Historic sites, museums, and art galleries highlight some notable features of Downtown Beijing. Make a stop by Wangfujing Street or Peninsula Beijing Shopping Arcade while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Jinyu Hutong Station or Dengshikou Station to get around town.
Dongdan
Dongdan is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Wangfujing Street and Wangfujing Paleolithic Museum, and you can get around town on the metro at Dengshikou Station.
