Nankou Travel Guide
Beijing
Popular places to visit

Wangfujing Street
Find the latest fashion or cheap souvenirs and sample local cuisine in this bustling pedestrian-only street, one of the city’s most popular shopping strips.

Tiananmen Square
One of the most famous squares in the world, this spot is the beating heart of Beijing and has always been the site of mass protests and national celebrations.

Forbidden City
This formerly restricted imperial palace complex is now a public museum that shows the splendor of the old China. It is one of Beijing’s most impressive sites.

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.

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.
Things to do

Great Wall at Mutianyu Section One Day Tour with Lunch

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

Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, TAM Square

MyBus: Mutianyu Great Wall coach Tour with guide, lunch, ticket.

Beijing Forbidden City Ticket Booking (Optional: guide service)

Beijing Temple of Heaven Entrance Ticket (with Optional Guided Service)
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Other neighbourhoods around Nankou

Haidian
Haidian is well liked for its museums and monuments. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Summer Palace and Fragrant Hills Park are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Xibeiwang Station or Malianwa Station to get around.

Wudaokou
While you're in Wudaokou, take in top sights like Haidian Black Temple or Beijing Science and Technology University Gymnasium, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Wudaokou Station or Qinghuadongluxikou Station.

North Chaoyang
You might enjoy the museums while in North Chaoyang. Olympic Sports Center is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Huixinxijie Beikou Station or Huixinxijie Nankou Station to see more of the city.

Shishahai
The monuments and parks are just a few things visitors like about Shishahai. Prince Gong Mansion and Shichahai are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Beihai North Station or Ping'anli Station to get around the larger area.

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.

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.