Downtown Beijing
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Popular places to visit
Wangfujing Street
Find the latest fashion or cheap souvenirs and sample local cuisine in this bustling pedestrian-only street, one of the city’s most popular shopping strips.
Forbidden City
This formerly restricted imperial palace complex is now a public museum that shows the splendor of the old China. It is one of Beijing’s most impressive sites.
Tiananmen Square
One of the most famous squares in the world, this spot is the beating heart of Beijing and has always been the site of mass protests and national celebrations.
Sanlitun Road
During your trip to Beijing, you can do some window-shopping at Sanlitun Road. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Temple of Heaven
Behind a high wall stands an ancient building once used in sacrifices. This huge historical place of worship is a quiet oasis in busy Beijing.
The Palace Museum
You can browse the exhibits at The Palace Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Beijing. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Beijing Forbidden City Ticket Booking (Optional: guide service)
2-Day Beijing Highlights Small-Group Guided Tour
Great Wall at Mutianyu Section One Day Tour with Lunch
Mini Group Discovery Forbidden City Tour with Hotel Pickup option
One-Day Beijing Mutianyu/Badaling Great Wall Tour
Beijing: Temple Heaven, Lama Temple & Summer Palace Day Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Beijing
Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
My stay was very comfortable, room was clean and quiet enough. Staff were helpful and some spoke enough english to communicate easily. Location was great, being central, around corner from Wangfujing St. Plus the historic landmarks. And easy access for tourism. I would definitely return!
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Grand Hyatt Beijing
Excellent location, great breakfast buffet, spacious, clean suite. We walked to the Nationalist Museum of China, Tianaman S, Forbidden City, and the Oriental Plaza is at the hotel.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Fairmont Beijing
Room was outstanding (gold room). Gym and pool excellent. Staff were helpful.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Sunworld Dynasty Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Rebook the hotel. I love it.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Conrad Beijing
Excellent breakfast coupled with stand out staff service. A blend of luxury and comfort.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Park Plaza Beijing Wangfujing
Staff, location, services.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Beijing
Dongdan
Visitors to Dongdan love its popular shops, and you can check out Wangfujing Paleolithic Museum and Oriental Plaza. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Dengshikou Station.
Wangfujing Shopping Area
Historical 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.
Dongcheng
Enjoy the popular shops in Dongcheng. Beijing Duan Qirui Residential is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Zhangzizhonglu Station or Dongsi Station to see more of Beijing.
Chaoyang
Museums, art galleries and cocktail bars highlight some notable features of Chaoyang. Make a stop by Ritan Park or The Place while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Dongdaqiao Station or Chaoyangmen Station to get around town.
Xicheng
Historical sites, museums and theatres 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.
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