Xizhimen Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Wangfujing Street
Head down to this well-known shopping district in central Beijing for tailored clothing, accessories and sumptuous snacks.
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
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.
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
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
Water-Great Wall Odyssey: Hike & Cruise One Day Tour
China National Museum Ticket Pre-booking and Tiananmen Square
Our pick of the best Xizhimen Hotel Deals
Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025
Four Seasons Hotel Beijing
Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025
Grand Hyatt Beijing
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Fairmont Beijing
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025
Novotel Beijing Peace
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The St. Regis Beijing
Reviewed on 2 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Xizhimen
Shishahai
The monuments and parks are just a few things visitors like about Shishahai. Prince Gong’s Residence and Shichahai are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Beihai North Station or Ping'anli Station to get around the larger area.
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.
North Chaoyang
You might enjoy the museums while in North Chaoyang. Beijing National Stadium is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Huixinxijie Beikou Station or Huixinxijie Nankou Station to see more of the city.
Downtown Beijing
Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some notable features of Downtown Beijing. Make a stop by Peninsula Beijing Shopping Arcade or Wangfujing Paleolithic Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Jinyu Hutong Station or Dengshikou Station to get around town.
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.
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.
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