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Great Wall at Mutianyu Section One Day Tour with Lunch
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What to do in 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
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.
Summer Palace
This majestic former summer residence of the Qing Dynasty is now a world heritage site and favourite Beijing attraction.
Areas of Beijing
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.
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.
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.
Dongcheng
Beijing Duan Qirui Residential and Dongsi Mosque 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.
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.
Dongdan
Dongdan is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Peninsula Beijing Shopping Arcade and Wangfujing Street, and you can get around town on the metro at Dengshikou Station.
- Wangfujing Street
- Great Wall of China
- Tiananmen Square
- Temple of Heaven
- The Palace Museum
- Tsinghua University
- Yonghe Temple
- Beijing National Stadium
- Beijing Qianmen Street
- National Museum of China
- Silk Street Market
- Beijing Financial Street
- Beijing New World Shopping Mall
- Bell and Drum Towers
- Beijing China Central Place
- Houhai Lake
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