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.

Temple of Heaven
Behind the high walls of this peaceful complex lie some of the most impressive temples in Beijing, where human sacrifices were once held to appease ancient gods.
Activities

Beijing Forbidden City Ticket Booking (Optional: guide service)

4-Hour Small Group Tour to Forbidden City with Entry Tickets

Mini Group Discovery Forbidden City Tour with Hotel Pickup option

Water-Great Wall Odyssey: Hike & Cruise One Day Tour

Tiananmen Square Entry Reservation Ticket

T-Square & Forbidden City Group Tours with Optional Sights
Our pick of the best Yansha Hotel Deals

Four Seasons Hotel Beijing
clean room
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Hilton Beijing
nice
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

The Westin Beijing Chaoyang
Spectacular hotel, with a great pool and really great breakfast.
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Kempinski Hotel Beijing Yansha Center
Excellent location next to subway station, very convenient. Room is a bit small, but it’s comfortable, clean and bright, with no smell. I also stayed at Westin hotel nearby, which is terrible due to the smoke smell in the room and mould in the ceiling.
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Beijing Marriott Hotel Northeast
Helpfull staff and a clean hotel. The room was lovely even if we didn't spend much time in it
Reviewed on 13 May 2025

Yi Stack Hotel
Overall a nice stay. The staff were very friendly and helpful. No convenient gyms nearby. Not super close to the subway, but the facilities were fine and it was good enough for my visit. Within a close didi ride to many nice locations. No major complaints, and for a small hotel in Beijing it was ...
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Yansha

Middle Chaoyang
Museums, art galleries and shopping highlight some notable features of Middle Chaoyang. Make a stop by Chaoyang Park or Art Museum of Beijing Fine Art Academy while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Beijing Chaoyang Station or Dongfeng Beiqiao Station to get around town.

Sanlitun
If you're spending some time in Sanlitun, Sanlitun Barstreet and Workers Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

Chaoyang
Museums, art galleries and cocktail bars highlight some notable features of Chaoyang. Make a stop by Temple of the Sun or The Place while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Dongdaqiao Station or Chaoyangmen Station to get around town.

Beijing Central Business District
Noted for its art galleries and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Beijing Central Business District. Top attractions like Shin Kong Place and Huamao Commercial Street are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Hongmiao Station or Jintailu Station to see more of the city.

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.

Wangjing
While you're strolling through Wangjing, you may want to check out the coffee shops and art galleries. If you want to see more of the area, hop on the metro at Wangjing East Station or Wangjing South Station.