Yamenkou
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
MuBus: Mutianyu Great Wall ENG/ESP/RUS Guided Bus Tour
One-Day Beijing Mutianyu/Badaling Great Wall Tour
Beijing Forbidden City Ticket Booking (Optional: guide service)
Mini Group Discovery Forbidden City Tour with Hotel Pickup option
Forbidden City Ticket/ The Palace Museum or Group Tours Options
Beijing Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square Admission Tickets
Top hotels in Yamenkou
Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Staff was friendly, the room was cleaned and stocked daily. Very close to great shopping. Will stay again
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026
Grand Hyatt Beijing
Very nice
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026
Swissôtel Beijing Hong Kong Macau Center
All staffs were professional and nice
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026
Novotel Beijing Peace
Four Seasons Hotel Beijing
Sunworld Dynasty Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Yes
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Yamenkou
Fengtai
The mountain views and museums are just a few things visitors like about Fengtai. Chinese People's Anti-Japanese War Museum and Beijing World Park are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Fengtai Dongdajie Station or Qilizhuang Station to get around the larger area.
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.
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.
Haidian
Get to know Haidian and its many features like its museums and monuments. You might want to explore sights like Summer Palace and Fragrant Hills Park, and you can jump on the metro at Xibeiwang Station or Malianwa Station to get around 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.
Dongdan
Dongdan is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Wangfujing Paleolithic Museum and Oriental Plaza, and you can get around town on the metro at Dengshikou Station.
