Popular places to visit
Wangfujing Street
Shop ‘til you drop on one of Beijing’s best-loved shopping strips, where you’ll find everything from designer labels to cheap souvenirs.
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.
Forbidden City
This magnificent imperial palace is one of the most popular tourist sites in all of China, and is filled with many centuries of culture and art.
Tiananmen Square
From national celebrations to mass protests, Beijing’s main square has been the scene of many of China’s most important gatherings and is a must-see for any visitor.
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.
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.
Activities
Beijing Forbidden City Ticket Booking (Optional: guide service)
Mini Group Discovery Forbidden City Tour with Hotel Pickup option
Beijing Private Tour: 2 Days Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall VIP Tour
4-Hour Small Group Tour to Forbidden City with Entry Tickets
Forbidden City Ticket/ The Palace Museum or Group Tours Options
Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, TAM Square
Our pick of the best Dongsi Hotel Deals
Grand Hyatt Beijing
The hotel is located at the centre of Beijing and easily accessible to may attractions. Below the hotel is a big mall with many options of food and shopping. The family room is spacious and clean. The concierge Devin is a very helpful guy and we will definitely book this hotel at our next visit
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Great location, walking distance to many sightseeing areas great hotel cleanness very wildcat hotel.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Four Seasons Hotel Beijing
The room was looking and feeling a bit tired.had to speak to someone about the air con as it was extremely warm.the issue was dealt with quite effectively and the room was cooler and also supplied a fan.location is about on the outskirts but still easy to get to places with the metro…good hotel but ...
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Fairmont Beijing
Staff are very friendly and helpful. However the variety of breakfast needs to improve.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Hilton Beijing Capital Airport
Absolutely 5 Star.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Cordis, Beijing Capital Airport by Langham Hospitality Group
Staff, clean room, amenities
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Dongsi
Dongcheng
Enjoy the popular shops in Dongcheng. Beijing Duan Qirui Residential is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Zhangzizhonglu Station or Dongsi Station to see more of Beijing.
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.
Dongdan
Visitors to Dongdan love its popular shops, and you can check out Wangfujing Paleolithic Museum and Oriental Plaza. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Dengshikou Station.
Chaoyang
Museums, art galleries and cocktail bars highlight some notable features of Chaoyang. Make a stop by Alien's Street Trade Market or Temple of the Sun while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Dongdaqiao Station or Chaoyangmen Station to get around town.
Downtown Beijing
Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some notable features of Downtown Beijing. Make a stop by Peninsula Beijing Shopping Arcade or Intime Lotte Department Store while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Jinyu Hutong Station or Dengshikou Station to get around town.
Sanlitun
If you're spending some time in Sanlitun, Sanlitun Barstreet and Workers Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
