Nankou Travel Guide
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Beijing Forbidden City Ticket Booking (Optional: guide service)
MuBus: Mutianyu Great Wall Bus Tour with Options(ENG/ESP/RUS)
All-Inclusive Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Great Wall
T-Square & Forbidden City Group Tours with Optional Sights
Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall Daily Tour with Ticket & Lunch
Beijing Temple of Heaven Entrance Ticket (with Optional Guided Service)
Top hotels in Nankou
Crowne Plaza Beijing Zhongguancun by IHG
"nice one"
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
InterContinental Beijing Beichen by IHG
"Everything is great!"
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Park Plaza Beijing Science Park
"The room was rather cramped and the bathroom, very tiny. The housekeeping staff was very attentive. The location was great as very near a subway"
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Renaissance Beijing Haidian Hotel
"This new hotel is soo very clean. Love the motif and the atmosphere of this hotel. The breakfast buffet is totally worth going to."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Marco Polo Parkside Beijing
"The staff barely spoke English and you wouldn’t expect that from a 4-5 star hotel even in China and most importantly, there was no vegetarian option in food menu!"
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Beijing Conference Center by IHG
"Great breakfast"
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Nankou
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.
Zhongguancun
Even though there aren't top sights in Zhongguancun, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Zhongguancun Electronics City. Jump on the metro at Zhongguancun Station to see more of the city.
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.
Wangjing
While you're strolling through Wangjing, you may want to check out the coffee shops and art galleries. If you want to see more of the area, hop on the metro at Wangjing East Station or Wangjing South Station.
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.
