Xicheng Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Beijing Financial Street
Beijing Financial Street is just one of the places to see in Beijing, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the museums and entertainment venues in this culturally rich area.
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.
XiDan Shopping District
During your visit to Beijing, you can enjoy retail therapy at XiDan Shopping District. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this culturally rich area.
Beijing Museum of Natural History
Enjoy the wonders of the natural world at this large museum, home to dinosaurs and plenty of preserved wildlife.
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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Activities
Beijing Forbidden City Ticket Booking (Optional: guide service)
Mini Group Discovery Forbidden City Tour with Hotel Pickup option
Forbidden City Ticket/ The Palace Museum or Group Tours Options
Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, TAM Square
One-Day Beijing Mutianyu/Badaling Great Wall Tour
Beijing City Guided Walking Tour | China's 1st and Best Rated
Our pick of the best Xicheng Hotel Deals
Grand Mercure Beijing Central
The bed was super comfy, it was clean and we had breakfast everyday which provided a great range of food. The staff were exceptional which really made our stay. The hotel provided a peaceful stay for a very busy holiday!
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Beijing
Fresh and tasty breakfast, easy and convenient transportation.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
JW Marriott Hotel Beijing Central
Very clean, beautiful large luxury rooms, great gym facilities, Excellent breakfast. Impressive foyer. Good location not too far from the forbidden city. Very helpful and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Nostalgia S Hotel (Beijing Financial Street）
Convenient location, helpful front desk, quiet, comfortable beds, kids friendly environment, excellent room serive.
Reviewed on 9 June 2025
The Westin Beijing Financial Street
Great breakfast!!
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2025
Pan Pacific Beijing
Stay 6nights at hotel. Very good location surrounded by shopping Centers and breakfast is good as well.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Xicheng
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
