Haidian Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Summer Palace
Overlooking the serene waters of Kunming Lake, this palace served as a tranquil retreat for the Qing Emperors and still provides a peaceful haven for visitors.
Peking University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Peking University during your trip to Beijing. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this culturally rich area.
Tsinghua University
Explore the campus of Tsinghua University during your trip to Beijing. Visit the shops and temples in this culturally rich area.
Beijing Zoo
Visit the native and exotic animals who call Beijing Zoo home during your travels in Beijing. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area.
China Central Television Tower
Enjoy panoramic views over Beijing and a sunset dinner in a rotating restaurant at the tallest landmark in the city.
Old Summer Palace
Reveal the ghosts of ancient China in the crumbling stonework of Beijing’s once-magnificent palaces.
Activities
Beijing Forbidden City Ticket Booking (Optional: guide service)
Mini Group Discovery Forbidden City Tour with Hotel Pickup option
Beijing Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square Admission Tickets
Temple of Heaven Ticket with Optional Guide Service
Forbidden City Ticket/ The Palace Museum or Group Tours Options
Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, TAM Square
Our pick of the best Haidian Hotel Deals
Shangri-La Beijing
Staff were very supportive, the amenities in the hotel were great
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Staff was friendly, the room was cleaned and stocked daily. Very close to great shopping. Will stay again
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Grand Hyatt Beijing
Very nice
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Four Seasons Hotel Beijing
Room spotless staff was excellent
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Novotel Beijing Peace
Sunworld Dynasty Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Yes
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Haidian
North Chaoyang
You might enjoy the museums while in North Chaoyang. National Olympic Sports Center is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Huixinxijie Beikou Station or Huixinxijie Nankou Station to see more of the city.
Xicheng
Historical sites, museums and theatres highlight some notable features of Xicheng. Make a stop by Forbidden City or Xidan Shopping Center while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Lingjing Hutong Station or Xidan Station to get around town.
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.
Fengtai
The mountain views and museums are just a few things visitors like about Fengtai. Beijing Automobile Museum and Beijing World Park 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.
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.
Dongcheng
Enjoy the popular shops in Dongcheng. Forbidden City is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Zhangzizhonglu Station or Dongsi Station to see more of Beijing.
