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.
Sanlitun Road
During your trip to Beijing, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Sanlitun Road. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Beijing Forbidden City Ticket Booking (Optional: guide service)
One-Day Beijing Mutianyu/Badaling Great Wall Tour
MuBus: Mutianyu Great Wall ENG/ESP/RUS Guided Bus Tour
Great Wall at Badaling, Forbidden City, TAM Square Day Tour
Mini Group Discovery Forbidden City Tour with Hotel Pickup option
Forbidden City Ticket/ The Palace Museum or Group Tours Options
Top hotels in Chongwen
New World Beijing Hotel
Great location, perfect for visiting the sights of Beijing
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Nice staff, clean room.
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
Four Seasons Hotel Beijing
Wonderful experience
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
Grand Hyatt Beijing
A superb 5 star hotel. All the services you would expect from a luxury hotel. Great location and excellent service.
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
Fairmont Beijing
Service was good. Hotel beautiful
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Hilton Beijing Wangfujing
Yes
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chongwen
Dongdan
Dongdan is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Mingrui Mansion and Wangfujing Paleolithic Museum, and you can get around town on the metro at Dengshikou 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 Mingrui Mansion or Wangfujing Street 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
Beijing Duan Qirui Residential and Beijing Capital Theatre 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.
Guomao
While you're in Guomao, take in top sights like China World Mall or China World Trade Center, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Jintaixizhao Station or Hongmiao Station.
