Yamenkou Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit

Forbidden City
An ancient political centre which is now a protected heritage site, this former palace retains an air of romance and mystery.

Wangfujing Street
Head down to this well-known shopping district in central Beijing for tailored clothing, accessories and sumptuous snacks.

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
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.

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.

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.
Activities

Beijing Forbidden City Ticket Booking (Optional: guide service)

All-Inclusive Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Great Wall

Mini Group Discovery Forbidden City Tour with Hotel Pickup option

Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall & Summer Palace Scenic Bus Tour

Temple of Heaven Ticket with Optional Guide Service

Beijing Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square Admission Tickets
Our pick of the best Yamenkou Hotel Deals

Peace Hotel Beijing
Good location, needs refurbishing and had cigar smell in the bathroom
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Awesome place
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

Grand Hyatt Beijing
nice spacious hotel, good location, would return with family for sure
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

Sunworld Dynasty Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
skip the breakfast if you must. its the worst hotel breakfast i ever had & limited variety. hotel room just renovated so its modern besides that the hotel is quite dated like stepping back to the 90s. location is not too bad since you are 5 mins walk away from the shopping strip. my first time in ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026

LiveFortuna Hotel
Helpful and English speaking staff. Great location, facilities and room layout.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

Four Seasons Hotel Beijing
Hotel is getting old. Worn out. Breakfast is very good. Breakfast Staff cant speak or read understand English.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Yamenkou

Fengtai
The mountain views and museums are just a few things visitors like about Fengtai. Marco Polo Bridge and Dabaotai Western Han Dynasty Mausoleum 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
You might enjoy the historical sites while in Xuanwu. Niujie Mosque is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Guang'anmennei Station or Guang'anmen 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.

Haidian
Haidian is well liked for its museums and monuments. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Summer Palace and Fragrant Hills Park are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Xibeiwang Station or Malianwa Station to get around.

Downtown Beijing
Historical 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
Visitors to Dongdan love its popular shops, and you can check out Wangfujing Street and Wangfujing Paleolithic Museum. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Dengshikou Station.
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