Xizhimen
Beijing
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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)
MuBus: Mutianyu Great Wall ENG/ESP/RUS Guided Bus Tour
All-Inclusive Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Great Wall
One-Day Beijing Mutianyu/Badaling Great Wall Tour
T-Square & Forbidden City Group Tours with Optional Sights
Beijing: Jinshanling Gt Wall Trip, Depart 7:30 Bus w/ Ticket
Top hotels in Xizhimen
Peace Hotel Beijing
"Jack in the travel desk was very very helpful. Breakfast had a great spread that's the best part of our stay. They gave a room earlier than check in time but it was smaller and they wouldn't give an extra bed they promised unless we followed up twicw. They don't clean rooms well, don't replace used ..."
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
"This is a pretty average hotel, at best a 3 star. We stayed here for 5 nights. Breakfast is very repetitive. The rooms are dated and in need of some modernisation, our bathroom had a leak. And finally the reception and restaurant staff would benefit from some good quality hospitality training - just ..."
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
Grand Hyatt Beijing
"Decent location. Bit tired in parts . Nice people"
Reviewed on May 19, 2026
LiveFortuna Hotel
"The room was super clean, lobby looked great too. I really love that there were lots of storage space available in the room so the luggages aren’t taking up all the floor space. It’s also great that there’s a washing machine available in the room. I always find it frustrating using a shared laundry ..."
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
Four Seasons Hotel Beijing
"Rooms felt slightly outdated and some fixtures were dirty or slightly broken/tight. Other than that service was phenomenal as always with four seasons."
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Sunworld Dynasty Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
"Nice Location and hotel"
Reviewed on May 20, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Xizhimen
Xicheng
Historic sites, museums, and theaters highlight some notable features of Xicheng. Make a stop by Xidan Shopping Center or XiDan Shopping District while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Lingjing Hutong Station or Xidan Station to get around town.
Dongcheng
Beijing Capital Theatre and Gui Street 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.
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 Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Jinyu Hutong Station or Dengshikou 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.
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.
Dongdan
Dongdan is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Oriental Plaza and Peninsula Beijing Shopping Arcade, and you can get around town on the metro at Dengshikou Station.
