Xizhimen
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.

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

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

Beijing Forbidden City Ticket Booking (Optional: guide service)

Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, TAM Square

MyBus: Mutianyu Great Wall coach Tour with guide, lunch, ticket.
Top hotels in Xizhimen

Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Four Seasons Hotel Beijing
Reviewed on Aug 9, 2025

Grand Hyatt Beijing
Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025

Grand Millennium Beijing
Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Regent Beijing
Reviewed on Jul 26, 2025

Novotel Beijing Peace
Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Xizhimen

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.

North Chaoyang
You might enjoy the museums while in North Chaoyang. Beijing National Stadium is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Huixinxijie Beikou Station or Huixinxijie Nankou Station to see more of the city.

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.

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.

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.

Xuanwu
Xuanwu is a destination travelers like for its historic sites, and you might hop aboard the metro at Guang'anmennei Station or Guang'anmen Station to explore sights like Niujie Mosque.
- Wangfujing Street
- Tiananmen Square
- Temple of Heaven
- Tsinghua University
- The Palace Museum
- Beijing National Stadium
- Beijing Qianmen Street
- Yonghe Temple
- Beijing Financial Street
- National Museum of China
- Beijing New World Shopping Mall
- Silk Street Market
- Beijing China Central Place
- Bell and Drum Towers
- Houhai Lake