Downtown Beijing
Beijing
Visit Downtown Beijing
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Palace Museum
You can browse the exhibits at The Palace Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Beijing. Experience the acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
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
Mini Group Discovery Forbidden City Tour with Hotel Pickup option
Forbidden City Ticket/ The Palace Museum or Group Tours Options
Temple of Heaven Ticket with Optional Guide Service
Top hotels in Downtown Beijing
Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Really appreciated the service attitude of the staff who were very friendly, including Ms 刘玉侠 who gave me warm packs, brought a fan and was timely and great in the cleaning of the room every morning! Location was really good. 24/7 laundry machines at B1 were also really convenient. Breakfast was ...
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
Grand Hyatt Beijing
Room was spacious with washer and dryer! Excellent
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025
Fairmont Beijing
I enjoyed my stay at the Fairmont Beijing. The facilites were top notch and the staff was very helpful. I really liked that they had room service for after hours and I had the best massage at the spa. I'll definitely stay here again if I return Beijing.
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
Hilton Beijing Wangfujing
very good loaction
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025
The St. Regis Beijing
Great hotel
Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025
The Peninsula Beijing
Everything was amazing !
Reviewed on Nov 18, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Beijing
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.
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.
Dongcheng
Beijing Capital Theatre and Dongsi Hutong 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.
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.
Xicheng
Historic sites, museums, and theaters highlight some notable features of Xicheng. Make a stop by Joy 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.
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.
