Downtown Beijing
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.
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.
Sanlitun Road
During your trip to Beijing, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Sanlitun Road. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
The Palace Museum
You can browse the exhibits at The Palace Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Beijing. Experience the acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices in this culturally rich area.
Downtown Beijing Hotel Deals
Grand Hyatt Beijing
Excellent accommodations! Clean, modern and conveniently located. Helpful staff that went above and beyond to make our stay a pleasant one.
Reviewed on 2025/11/8
Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Room was spacious
Reviewed on 2025/10/31
Fairmont Beijing
Great Staff and Service. Hotel had all the luxuries you could ask for
Reviewed on 2025/11/3
Regent Beijing
Excellent
Reviewed on 2025/11/5
Conrad Beijing
spa is a bit too pricy and without insurance reimburse option
Reviewed on 2025/10/22
The Peninsula Beijing
All top notch. Highest class hotel
Reviewed on 2025/10/28
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown Beijing
Wangfujing Shopping Area
Historic 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.
Dongdan
Dongdan is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Wangfujing Paleolithic Museum and Oriental Plaza, and you can get around town on the metro at Dengshikou Station.
Dongcheng
Home to major cultural attractions like the Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven, Dongcheng boasts vibrant nightlife in Nanluoguxiang's hutongs and shopping at Wangfujing. Prestigious hotels and nine metro lines ensure a convenient stay.
Chaoyang
Discover a bustling district with foreign embassies, Sanlitun bar street, and a thriving business area. Explore attractions like 798 Art Zone, Olympic Green, and Chaoyang Park, while enjoying convenient access to 14 metro lines and Beijing Capital Airport.
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.
Xicheng
Beihai Park and Jingshan Park offer serene green spaces, while the bustling Xidan commercial district and Houhai bar area provide lively entertainment. Explore historic sites like Prince Gong's Residence and enjoy easy access to seven metro lines.
Downtown Beijing
- Wangfujing Street
- Tiananmen Square
- Forbidden City
- Temple of Heaven
- Qianmen Street
- Tiananmen
- Yonghe Temple
- Beijing Financial Street
- National Museum of China
- Beijing New World Shopping Mall
- Jingshan Park
- Beihai Park
- Sanlitun Barstreet
- Temple of Heaven Park
- Houhai Lake
- National Art Museum of China
- XiDan Shopping District
- Chairman Mao Memorial Hall
- Zhongnanhai
- China World Mall
- Ritan Park
Other Hotels near Downtown Beijing, Beijing
- Wangfujing Shopping Area Hotels
- Dongcheng Hotels
- Chaoyang Hotels
- Xicheng Hotels
- Middle Chaoyang Hotels
- Dongdan Hotels
- Beijing Central Business District Hotels
- North Chaoyang Hotels
- Xuanwu Hotels
- Fengtai Hotels
- Yansha Hotels
- South Chaoyang Hotels
- Dongzhimen Hotels
- Shuangjing Hotels
- Jinsong Panjiayuan Hotels
- Chongwen Hotels
- Dongsi Hotels
- Xizhimen Hotels
