Things to do in North China

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Jinshanling Great Wall which includes landscape views, heritage architecture and mountains
Jinshanling Great Wall which includes mountains, landscape views and tranquil scenes
Jinshanling Great Wall showing heritage elements
Jinshanling Great Wall featuring tranquil scenes and heritage elements
Jinshanling Great Wall featuring a sunset, tranquil scenes and landscape views

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What to do in North China

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Wangfujing Street featuring a city and street scenes

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.

Wangfujing Street
Great Wall of China

Great Wall of China

You can find out about the history of Huairou when you stop by Great Wall of China. Discover the area's mountain views and monuments.

Great Wall of China
Forbidden City which includes a river or creek, heritage architecture and a lake or waterhole

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.

Forbidden City
Tiananmen Square

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.

Tiananmen Square
Great Wall of China featuring a monument, heritage elements and night scenes

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.

Great Wall of China
Sanlitun Road

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.

Sanlitun Road
Temple of Heaven showing a city, a temple or place of worship and religious aspects

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.

Temple of Heaven
The Palace Museum

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 entertainment choices in this culturally rich area.

The Palace Museum
Summer Palace which includes heritage elements

Summer Palace

This majestic former summer residence of the Qing Dynasty is now a world heritage site and favourite Beijing attraction.

Summer Palace

Areas of North China

Temple of Heaven which includes a temple or place of worship, religious aspects and heritage architecture

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.

Downtown Beijing
National Museum of China featuring signage

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.

Wangfujing Shopping Area
Dongcheng - Wangfujing

Dongcheng

3/5(5 area reviews)

Lishi Alley Courtyard and Gui Street 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.

Dongcheng
China showing a garden

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 Hujialou Station to get around town.

Chaoyang
Summer Palace showing heritage elements and a river or creek

Haidian

Get to know Haidian and its many features like its museums and monuments. You might want to explore sights like Beijing Botanical Garden and Summer Palace, and you can jump on the metro at Xibeiwang Station or Malianwa Station to get around the city.

Haidian
Middle Chaoyang

Middle Chaoyang

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Museums, art galleries, and shopping highlight some notable features of Middle Chaoyang. Make a stop by Chaoyang Park or Lady Street Market while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Beijing Chaoyang Station or Dongfeng Beiqiao Station to get around town.

Middle Chaoyang