Downtown Beijing Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Beijing
Popular places to visit
Wangfujing Street
Head down to this well-known shopping district in central Beijing for tailored clothing, accessories and sumptuous snacks.
Forbidden City
An ancient political centre which is now a protected heritage site, this former palace retains an air of romance and mystery.
Tiananmen Square
The best-known landmark in the People’s Republic of China serves as a final resting place for its most famous leader.
Sanlitun Road
During your trip to Beijing, you can do some window-shopping at Sanlitun Road. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
The Palace Museum
You can browse the exhibits at The Palace Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Beijing. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this culturally rich area.
Temple of Heaven
This place of worship has long been central to Chinese spirituality, visited by emperors for over 500 years to guarantee good harvests.
Activities
Beijing Forbidden City Ticket Booking (Optional: guide service)
4-Hour Small Group Tour to Forbidden City with Entry Tickets
Mini Group Discovery Forbidden City Tour with Hotel Pickup option
T-Square & Forbidden City Group Tours with Optional Sights
Tiananmen Square Entry Reservation Ticket
Temple of Heaven Ticket with Optional Guide Service
Our pick of the best Downtown Beijing Hotel Deals
Grand Hyatt Beijing
Excellent accommodations! Clean, modern and conveniently located. Helpful staff that went above and beyond to make our stay a pleasant one.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Room was spacious
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Fairmont Beijing
The room was very spacious and comfortable. The service by all staff was professional and courteous.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Conrad Beijing
When asked about a local number to put on meituan the concierge did offer his personal number. It’s above and beyond, aside from that the staff at the counter greeted us warmly and made us feel very welcomed. The porch was grand, and so was the hotel lobby. Room was nice although the carpet was a ...
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Regent Beijing
Very good hotel however the rooms are a little bit older / dated. Spa and pool area was great and excellent breakfast with very helpful staff
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
The St. Regis Beijing
Great hotel. Very clean and spacious room. Breakfast has a vast selection of food with everything clearly labelled. Neil Wang at the concierge was extremely helpful in helping us find things to do during our stay and organize transportation to and from The Great Wall of China. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Beijing
Wangfujing Shopping Area
Historical 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
Visitors to Dongdan love its popular shops, and you can check out Wangfujing Paleolithic Museum and Oriental Plaza. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Dengshikou Station.
Dongcheng
Enjoy the popular shops in Dongcheng. Dongsi Hutong is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Zhangzizhonglu Station or Dongsi Station to see more of Beijing.
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.
Dongzhimen
While you're in Dongzhimen, take in top sights like Raffles City Beijing and jump on the metro at Dongzhimen Station to see more of the city.
Xicheng
Historical sites, museums and theatres 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.
Downtown Beijing Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- What kind of hotels are in Downtown Beijing?
- Hotels Near Beijing,
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What kind of hotels are in Downtown Beijing?
Are there hotels near Downtown Beijing?
- Wangfujing Shopping Area Hotels
- Dongcheng Hotels
- Chaoyang Hotels
- Xicheng Hotels
- Dongdan Hotels
- Middle Chaoyang Hotels
- Beijing Central Business District Hotels
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- Xuanwu Hotels
- Fengtai Hotels
- Yansha Hotels
- Dongzhimen Hotels
- Guomao Hotels
- South Chaoyang Hotels
- Jianwai Street Hotels
- Shuangjing Hotels
- Chongwen Hotels
- Jinsong Panjiayuan Hotels
- Panjiayuan Hotels
- Dongsi Hotels
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