Shishahai Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Shishahai
Popular places to visit
Beihai Park
Stroll among the many trees, multi-coloured floral displays and holy structures in this fantastic escape from city life.
Jingshan Park
Enjoy the stunning panorama over the heart of Beijing, Beihai Park and the Forbidden City from the hill in this royal garden.
Jingshan Table Tennis Park
Catch an event at Jingshan Table Tennis Park during your trip to Beijing. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and temples in this culturally rich area.
Prince Gong Mansion
You can browse the exhibits at Prince Gong Mansion, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Beijing. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area.
Houhai Park
Explore the great outdoors at Houhai Park, a lovely green space in Beijing. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area.
The Grand Theater Building of Prince Kung's Mansion
Enjoy a show at The Grand Theater Building of Prince Kung's Mansion, a popular theatre in Beijing. Visit the shops and temples in this culturally rich area.
Activities
Beijing Forbidden City Ticket Booking (Optional: guide service)
Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City & Jingshan Hill Tour Options
Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall & Summer Palace Scenic Bus Tour
Forbidden City Guided Group Tour with Entry Tickets|Multi‐Departs
T-Square & Forbidden City Group Tours with Optional Sights
All-Inclusive Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Great Wall
Our pick of the best Shishahai Hotel Deals
Nostalgia Hotel（Beijing Prince Gong’s Mansion）
"Great location though it was hard to find out; nice room and evoking memories of the past; friendly staff and caring"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Peace Hotel Beijing
"Originally they put us in the old section of the hotel, which smelled the smoke and dirty. But the next day they moved us to the new section and the rooms are very nice. The breakfast buffet was good. But the pool and the weight gym was under construction."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
"Internet (Wifi) didn’t work and nobody could help me fixing it… there are not any tv channels on the tv. Location is very good"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Four Seasons Hotel Beijing
"Rooms felt slightly outdated and some fixtures were dirty or slightly broken/tight. Other than that service was phenomenal as always with four seasons."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
LiveFortuna Hotel
"The best included breakfast I have ever experienced in any hotel anywhere! We return next month just because of the breakfast."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Cordis, Beijing Capital Airport by Langham Hospitality Group
"A very comfortable hotel conveniently close to the airport, with a good frequent and free shuttle. (I used the shuttle, but it would also be possible to walk if one only had light luggage). The bedroom was spacious and quiet, and I got a good night's sleep. The only downside is that the food in the ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shishahai
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.
Dongcheng
Enjoy the popular shops in Dongcheng. Wangfujing Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Zhangzizhonglu Station or Dongsi Station to see more of Beijing.
Downtown Beijing
Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some notable features of Downtown Beijing. Make a stop by Wangfujing Street or Peninsula Beijing Shopping Arcade while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Jinyu Hutong Station or Dengshikou Station to get around town.
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 Street and Chinese Museum of Women and Children. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Dengshikou Station.
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.
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