Shichahai

Constructed from 1406 to 1420, China's Forbidden City consists of 980 buildings and covers over 180 acres. Much of the Forbidden City has been meticulously restored, but there are still a few sections that remain dilapidated.
We visited on a rainy, cloudy day.
White Dagoba in Beihai Park as viewed from Jingshan Park artificial hill.
Forbidden City Over the centuries, millions of intelligent scholars and warriors dreamed to enter and became part of the crew of the emperor. Young, beautiful and knowledgeable women dreamed to enter and become the concubines of the emperor. Once they are in, they are in forever and ever. Lots of tales sharing that very often a concubine will envy a bird. In their eyes, a bird can fly in and fly out while they can never leave the forbidden city. Nothing changed. Forbidden city is still a place that everyone wants to enter. Luckily, we can now leave and go as we wish. 🙂 #chinese #chineseheritage #chineseculture #wehavefreedomnow #emperor
These great lanterns were near Houhai lake that was near the Bell and Drum Towers. It's hard sometimes to get an exact location. The Hutong areas near the lake are an absolute must.
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Gracie Art Hotel 798

Gracie Art Hotel 798

4 out of 5
Chaoyang
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11 May - 15 May
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8.4/10 Very Good! (143 reviews)
Mandarin Oriental Wangfujing, Beijing

Mandarin Oriental Wangfujing, Beijing

5 out of 5
Downtown Beijing
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24 May - 27 May
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Hong Kong (HKG) to Beijing (PEK)
9.8/10 Exceptional! (31 reviews)
Great location! Friendly staff with easy check in/out. Hotel is next to a large mall where you can do some good shopping and eat breakfast or coffee at the cafes inside the mall. Across the street is more shopping …

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

King Parkview Hotel

King Parkview Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Downtown Beijing
Price was HK$7,141, price is now HK$4,773 per person
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23 Apr - 29 Apr
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Hong Kong (HKG) to Beijing (PEK)
7.2/10 Good! (410 reviews)
Great location, near the Forbidden City.

Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025

Tours & day trips

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

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

Activity duration is 9 hours and 30 minutes
9.8 out of 10 with 18 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$775 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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All-Inclusive Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Great Wall

All-Inclusive Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Great Wall

Activity duration is 11 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 462 reviews
Free cancellation available
The previous price was HK$1,159 and current price is HK$1,066 per adult*
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall & Summer Palace Scenic Bus Tour

Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall & Summer Palace Scenic Bus Tour

Activity duration is 10 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 151 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$181 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Beijing Calligraphy Class

Beijing Calligraphy Class

Activity duration is 30 minutes
9.8 out of 10 with 35 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$157 per adult
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Spa & wellness

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Beijing:Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven Small Group Tour

Beijing:Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven Small Group Tour

Activity duration is 6 hours
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Price is HK$567 per adult
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Popular places to visit

pavilion at prince gong mansion in beijing

Prince Gong Mansion

You can browse the exhibits at Prince Gong Mansion, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Beijing. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this culturally rich area.

Prince Gong Mansion
Skewed Tobacco Pouch Street

Skewed Tobacco Pouch Street

During your visit to Beijing, you can do some window-shopping at Skewed Tobacco Pouch Street. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this culturally rich area.

Skewed Tobacco Pouch Street
Bell and Drum Towers

Bell and Drum Towers

Climb the steep steps to the top of these ancient Beijing landmarks to learn about their history and enjoy panoramic views over the old city below.

Bell and Drum Towers

Guo Moruo Memorial

You can study the exhibits at Guo Moruo Memorial, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Beijing. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area.

Guo Moruo Memorial

Shicha Lake Park

Explore the great outdoors at Shicha Lake Park, a lovely green space in Beijing. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.

Shicha Lake Park

Huodezhengjun Ancestral House

You can learn about the history of Beijing with a trip to Huodezhengjun Ancestral House. Visit the shops and temples in this culturally rich area.

Huodezhengjun Ancestral House

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Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing

Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing

4 out of 5
No.88 Dengshikou Street Beijing Beijing
Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Sunworld Dynasty Hotel Beijing Wangfujing

Sunworld Dynasty Hotel Beijing Wangfujing

5 out of 5
50 Wangfujing Avenue Beijing Beijing
Sunworld Dynasty Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Empark Prime Hotel Beijing

Empark Prime Hotel Beijing

4.5 out of 5
No.2 Wangfujing Main Street Beijing Beijing
Empark Prime Hotel Beijing
Peace Hotel Beijing

Peace Hotel Beijing

4 out of 5
No 3 Jinyu Hutong, Wangfujing Beijing
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Grand Hyatt Beijing

Grand Hyatt Beijing

5 out of 5
1 East Chang An Avenue Beijing Beijing
Grand Hyatt Beijing
Renaissance Beijing Wangfujing Hotel

Renaissance Beijing Wangfujing Hotel

5 out of 5
57 Wangfujing Street Beijing Beijing
Renaissance Beijing Wangfujing Hotel
Hilton Beijing Wangfujing

Hilton Beijing Wangfujing

5 out of 5
8 Wangfujing East Street, Dongcheng Beijing Beijing
Hilton Beijing Wangfujing
Beijing Le Zai Nan Luo Gu Xiang Wang Fu Jing Forbidden City Courtyard Hotel

Beijing Le Zai Nan Luo Gu Xiang Wang Fu Jing Forbidden City Courtyard Hotel

3.5 out of 5
No.3 Sha Jing Hu tong, Beijing Beijing
Beijing Le Zai Nan Luo Gu Xiang Wang Fu Jing Forbidden City Courtyard Hotel
Park Plaza Beijing Wangfujing

Park Plaza Beijing Wangfujing

4 out of 5
97 Jinbao St., Dongcheng District Beijing Beijing
Park Plaza Beijing Wangfujing
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