Popular places to visit
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.
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
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.
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.
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
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.
Things to do
9-Day Ancient and Modern China: Beijing-Xi'an-Suzhou-Shanghai
BusTour: Badaling Great Wall and Summer Palace Day Tour
4-Hour Small Group Tour to Forbidden City with Entry Tickets
Great Wall at Mutianyu Section One Day Tour with Lunch
MuBus: Mutianyu Great Wall Tours with Options from Beijing
Top hotels in Chongwen
Four Seasons Hotel Beijing
Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025
Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025
Grand Hyatt Beijing
Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025
Novotel Beijing Peace
Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025
Regent Beijing
Reviewed on Jul 24, 2025
Sunworld Dynasty Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Chongwen
Dongdan
Dongdan is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Wangfujing Paleolithic Museum and Peninsula Beijing Shopping Arcade, and you can get around town on the metro at Dengshikou Station.
Jianwai Street
If you're spending time in Jianwai Street, check out sights like China World Trade Center or China World Mall and hop on the metro to see more the city at Guomao Station or Yong'anli Station.
Downtown Beijing
Historic 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.
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.
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.
Dongcheng
Dongsi Hutong and Lishi Alley Courtyard 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.