Downtown Beijing Travel Guide
Beijing
Visit Downtown Beijing
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)
MuBus: Mutianyu Great Wall ENG/ESP/RUS Guided Bus Tour
Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall Daily Tour with Ticket & Lunch
All-Inclusive Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Great Wall
T-Square & Forbidden City Group Tours with Optional Sights
Beijing Hutong Walking Food and Beer Tour at Hidden Restaurants
Top hotels in Downtown Beijing
Peace Hotel Beijing
Property and rooms were very dated and in urgent need of refurbishment. However the location is excellent, food and bfast buffet is very good and the staff are above and beyond. Extremely helpful and always ready to help. I lost my earpods in the hotel and they were able to get it delivered to my ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
We had a very pleasant stay at Sunworld Hotel Beijing. The room was comfortable and impeccably clean, and the housekeeping team was both efficient and genuinely friendly throughout our visit. The buffet breakfast offered an impressive variety — a highlight of every morning. The hotel's location is ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
LiveFortuna Hotel
I liked the breakfast. A lot of options for foreigners. Close to the city center. Also a lot of dining options next to the hotel.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Grand Hyatt Beijing
Helpful staff, clean hotel and facility. Lots of space you don't feel like everything is on top of you. This hotels looks just like the pictures.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Sunworld Dynasty Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
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Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Regent Beijing by IHG
Excellent location and beautiful property. Staff always went above and beyond. Would recommend and stay again
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Beijing
Dongdan
Visitors to Dongdan love its popular shops, and you can check out Wangfujing Street 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. Wangfujing Street 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 Alien's Street Trade Market or Ritan Park 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 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.
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.
