Zhongguancun Travel Guide
Beijing
Visit Zhongguancun
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.
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
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.
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.
Things to do
All-Inclusive Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Great Wall
Beijing Forbidden City Ticket Booking (Optional: guide service)
Tiananmen Square Entry Reservation Ticket
Beijing Hutong Walking Food and Beer Tour at Hidden Restaurants
Mini Group Discovery Forbidden City Tour with Hotel Pickup option
Forbidden City&T-Square Small GroupTours w/ ticket(Eng/Esp Guide)
Top hotels in Zhongguancun
Peace Hotel Beijing
My room was very hot but i was upgraded and room very comfortable
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Yes there were shops around
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Grand Hyatt Beijing
Mentioned it was a birthday and they did a surprise decoration in the room and the counter staff wished us happy birthday. pleasant surprise for my partner!
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Sunworld Dynasty Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Clean room, right in the center of every thing. Very convenient.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Four Seasons Hotel Beijing
I recently stayed at Four Seasons Beijing and had an exceptional experience. The rooms are spacious, elegantly designed, and equipped with every comfort you could ask for. The service was impeccable—staff were attentive, professional, and genuinely welcoming, making the stay feel very special. The ...
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Empark Prime Hotel Beijing
All great
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Zhongguancun
North Chaoyang
You might enjoy the museums while in North Chaoyang. National Olympic Sports Center is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Huixinxijie Beikou Station or Huixinxijie Nankou Station to see more of the city.
Haidian
Haidian is well liked for its museums and monuments. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Summer Palace and Fragrant Hills Park are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Xibeiwang Station or Malianwa Station to get around.
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.
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.
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.
Xuanwu
You might enjoy the historical sites while in Xuanwu. Niujie Mosque is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Guang'anmennei Station or Guang'anmen Station to see more of the city.
