Xiluoyuan Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Xiluoyuan
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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)
Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City & Jingshan Hill Tour Options
All-Inclusive Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Great Wall
Great Wall at Badaling, Forbidden City, TAM Square Day Tour
Beijing Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square Admission Tickets
Beijing Hutong Walking Food and Beer Tour at Hidden Restaurants
Our pick of the best Xiluoyuan Hotel Deals
Peace Hotel Beijing
"The property was central enough for shopping and tourist activities. Walking distance from the metro station. We were placed in the old side of the hotel so wasn’t pleased about that."
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
"In many parts of the world this would be a 5 star hotel. Clean and spacious rooms, fancy restaurants onsite, luxurious lobby, fast Wifi and elevators. Great location, within walking distant to Wangfujing Shopping Street. I walked to the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square twice via Wangfujing Street. ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Grand Hyatt Beijing
"Decent location. Bit tired in parts . Nice people"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
LiveFortuna Hotel
"Great hotel, clean, good value and would recommend to anyone else looking to stay here!"
Reviewed on 14 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"Rooms felt slightly outdated and some fixtures were dirty or slightly broken/tight.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
Sunworld Dynasty Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
"Nice Location and hotel"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Xiluoyuan
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.
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.
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 Street 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 Oriental Plaza and Peninsula Beijing Shopping Arcade. 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.
Fengtai
The mountain views and museums are just a few things visitors like about Fengtai. Marco Polo Bridge and Baijing Bayi Ski Field are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Fengtai Dongdajie Station or Qilizhuang Station to get around the larger area.
