Beijing Travel Guide, Hotels & Things to Do

Where to stay

Hotels in Beijing

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Guangyao Service Apartment Beijing Ritan

No.17 Chaoyangmenwai Street | Beijing, 100020, CN

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Mandarin Oriental Wangfujing Beijing

No. 269 Wangfujing Street Dongcheng District Beijing China | Beijing, 100006, CN

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Hyatt Regency Beijing Shiyuan

No. 1 Fukang South Road Yanqing District | Beijing, 102100, CN

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Xitan Hotel Beijing

No. 10 Zone 6 No. 288 Tam Wang Road Mentougou District | Beijing, 102308, CN

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北京水城一瓢私汤度假酒店 Beijing Aqua City YiPiao Hot Spring Resort

20 Meters South Of Kangxi Palace On Hongfu Street Changping District | Beijing, 102208, CN

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Grand Bay Hotel Beijing

No.36 Mixi Road | Beijing, 101500, CN

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Voco Beijing Temple of Heaven by IHG

No. 8 Hengyitiao Dongtiejiangying Fengtai District | Beijing, 100079, CN

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Beijing High-Rise Panoramic European International Mansion- Near Embassy District Forbidden City Temple of Heaven and Bar Street one-way PEK airport pick-up Express collection free laundry free coffee tourist ticket service

14th Floor Building 1 Courtyard 17 Ritan North Road Chaoyang District Beijing China | Beijing, 100020, CN

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At a glance

Climate

Continental

Languages

Mandarin and English

Local currency

CNY (CNY)

Local time

10:18 (GMT+8)

Ideal trip length

5–8 days

Cost level

3 of 5 · our research

Suggested area to stay

Dongcheng District

Tap water

Bottled water recommended

Tipping

Not customary

What this place is for

History

95 · Outstanding

Culture

90 · Outstanding

Food

90 · Outstanding

Family 75 · Good

Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.

Food to try

Peking Duck Jianbing Zhajiangmian Hot Pot

When to visit Beijing

How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.

Best months: May, September Busiest: Apr-May, Sep-Oct

Jan

40

Cold, dry, sometimes snowy
Feb

45

Cold, dry, Chinese New Year
Mar

60

Cool, windy, warming up
Apr

85

Pleasant, blooming, popular
May

90

Warm, pleasant, ideal
Jun

70

Hot, humid, start rainy
Jul

60

Hot, humid, peak rainy
Aug

65

Hot, humid, rainy
Sept

90

Pleasant, clear, ideal
Oct

85

Cool, crisp, foliage
Nov

55

Cold, dry, less crowded
Dec

40

Cold, dry, sometimes snowy

40

Jan Cold, dry, sometimes snowy

45

Feb Cold, dry, Chinese New Year

60

Mar Cool, windy, warming up

85

Apr Pleasant, blooming, popular

90

May Warm, pleasant, ideal

70

Jun Hot, humid, start rainy

60

Jul Hot, humid, peak rainy

65

Aug Hot, humid, rainy

90

Sept Pleasant, clear, ideal

85

Oct Cool, crisp, foliage

55

Nov Cold, dry, less crowded

40

Dec Cold, dry, sometimes snowy

Things to do in Beijing

7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.

Best in the morning

3 places

Forbidden City

Dongcheng 4 hrs

Wander through the vast imperial palace complex, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Indoors

Great Wall (Mutianyu)

Huairou District 6 hrs

Hike a well-preserved section of the iconic Great Wall with stunning views.

Outdoors Good for children

Temple of Heaven

Dongcheng 3 hrs

Witness the architectural marvel where emperors prayed for good harvests.

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the afternoon

3 places

Summer Palace

Haidian 4 hrs

Explore the vast imperial garden, a masterpiece of Chinese landscape design.

Outdoors Good for children

Explore Hutongs

Shichahai 3 hrs

Discover traditional narrow alleyways, local life, and hidden courtyards.

Outdoors Good for children

798 Art Zone

Chaoyang 3 hrs

Stroll through a vibrant district of contemporary art galleries and studios.

Indoors

Best in the evening

1 place

Peking Duck Dinner

Various 2 hrs

Indulge in Beijing's most famous culinary delight, crispy roasted duck.

Indoors Good for children

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First-timer highlights

3 Days in Beijing — First-Timer Highlights

Uncover imperial grandeur, ancient traditions, and vibrant culture in China's captivating capital.

This carefully curated 3-day itinerary is perfect for first-time visitors eager to experience Beijing's most iconic landmarks and cultural treasures. From the majestic Forbidden City to the awe-inspiring Great Wall, you'll delve into centuries of history and discover the city's dynamic modern pulse, ensuring an unforgettable introduction to China's capital.

3 Days 13 Stops

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