Fengtai Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Fengtai featuring landscape views and a city
Fengtai which includes interior views and signage as well as a small group of people
Fengtai
Fengtai which includes heritage architecture and a city
Fengtai featuring a city

Discover a bustling district where you can get a real feel of everyday Beijing life as well as enjoying impressive historic, cultural and entertainment attractions.

Fengtai is one of Beijing’s most interesting districts. Among the high-rise buildings so characteristic of the city’s skyline are beautiful parks, poignant memorial statues, fascinating museums, fun amusement parks and historical sites, which serve as reminders of the capital’s rich past. Take a few days to get to know Fengtai and all it has to offer.

The district’s most famous landmark is the Lugou Bridge, known commonly as the Marco Polo Bridge because of its mention in the author’s book. Proud, finely carved lions line the 874-foot (267-metre) long solid granite bridge, which stretches across the Yongding River. While the architectural beauty of the bridge is undoubted, the bridge holds a more sombre place in the minds of Beijingers. It was on this very bridge that the 8-year-long Sino-Japanese War broke out on July 7, 1937. Walk slowly across the bridge and take in the poignancy of this beautiful yet sombre place.

Learn more about the devastating war at the nearby Museum of the War of Chinese People's Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, where there are over 10,000 artefacts related to the war on display. The Sculpture Garden of the Chinese People's Anti-Japanese War is a serene place of contemplation.

Continue your cultural explorations of Fengtai at the Dabaotai Western Han Dynasty Tomb Museum. Venture into the 2,000-year-old underground palace of Liu Jian, the Guanyang Prince of the Western Han Dynasty. Also of historical significance is the Lotus Pool and Zhengang Pagoda.

For something more lighthearted and family friendly, head to Beijing World Park to view miniature versions of the world’s greatest landmarks. Or, enjoy a relaxing day in Qinglonghu Park where swimming, a water park and fruit picking will keep the children entertained.

Fengtai is located on the southwestern fringes of Beijing, about 9 miles (15 kilometres) southwest of Tiananmen Square. It is served by the subway and a plethora of buses. Don’t leave without trying one of the many restaurants here, which serve cuisine from all across China.


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Our pick of the best Fengtai Hotel Deals

Sheraton Beijing Lize Hotel

Sheraton Beijing Lize Hotel

5 out of 5
No. 1, Compound No. 8, Xiying St., Fengtai District, Beijing
The price is AU$228 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
AU$228
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Beijing. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Temple of Heaven and Forbidden City ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel near West railway station. Breakfast was delightful and the restaurants were really good for dinner options after a long day touring. The staff was very attentive and accommodating. I highly recommend this hotel"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Sheraton Beijing Lize Hotel
Grand Hyatt Beijing

Grand Hyatt Beijing

5 out of 5
1 East Chang An Avenue, Beijing, Beijing
The price is AU$352 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$352
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Beijing. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Popular attractions Wangfujing Street and Forbidden City ...
9/10 Wonderful! (840 reviews)
"B"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Grand Hyatt Beijing
Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing

Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing

4 out of 5
No.88 Dengshikou Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing, Beijing
The price is AU$116 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$116
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Beijing. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Staff very helpful"

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Four Seasons Hotel Beijing

Four Seasons Hotel Beijing

5 out of 5
48 Liang Ma Qiao Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$384 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$384
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Beijing. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (506 reviews)
"The Staff plays a key role in making the experience of staying at the Four Seasons Hotel exceptional!. I was also impressed with the General Manager presence and interaction with customers in order to ensure that they were satisfied with their stay. Overall a great experience."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Four Seasons Hotel Beijing
Fairmont Beijing

Fairmont Beijing

5 out of 5
No.8 Yong An Dong Li, Jian Guo Men Wai, Avenue, Chaoyang District, Beijing, Beijing
The price is AU$228 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
AU$228
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Beijing. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (446 reviews)
"Got complimentary upgrade to a suite which was nice. However, it smell like someone smoke in room before."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Fairmont Beijing
Novotel Beijing Peace

Novotel Beijing Peace

4 out of 5
No 3 Jinyu Hutong, Beijing, Beijing
The price is AU$174 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$174
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Beijing. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Great location to the shopping malls. Hotel staff was nice. Room was relatively clean. Gym is pretty big as well. Overall , pretty good for its price."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Novotel Beijing Peace
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Other neighbourhoods around Fengtai

Xuan Wu Lake Park which includes a lake or waterhole

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.

Xuanwu
Houhai Lake which includes a lake or waterhole and heritage elements

Xicheng

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

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.

Xicheng
Temple of Heaven which includes heritage architecture, religious elements and a temple or place of worship

Downtown Beijing

Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some notable features of Downtown Beijing. Make a stop by Peninsula Beijing Shopping Arcade or Wangfujing Paleolithic Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Jinyu Hutong Station or Dengshikou Station to get around town.

Downtown Beijing
Dong Hua Men Night Market

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.

Dongdan
National Museum of China featuring signage

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.

Wangfujing Shopping Area
Dongcheng - Wangfujing

Dongcheng

4.5/5(124 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Dongcheng. Dongsi Hutong is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Zhangzizhonglu Station or Dongsi Station to see more of Beijing.

Dongcheng


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