Olympic Village Travel Guide
Beijing
Visit Olympic Village
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.
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.
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.
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
Mini Group Discovery Forbidden City Tour with Hotel Pickup option
All-Inclusive Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Great Wall
Forbidden City Ticket/ The Palace Museum or Group Tours Options
Beijing Forbidden City Ticket Booking (Optional: guide service)
One-Day Beijing Mutianyu/Badaling Great Wall Tour
Beijing Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square Admission Tickets
Top hotels in Olympic Village
Peace Hotel Beijing
Lots of options, however the food wasnt great and it was repeated over days
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Yes it was very good
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Grand Hyatt Beijing
Our family recently stayed four nights at the Grand Hyatt Beijing, and overall it turned into a truly memorable experience. We did encounter some issues with the room condition on the day we checked in, which was a bit stressful given our tight schedule during a short stay in Beijing. However, what ...
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Sunworld Dynasty Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Very nice hotel and in a good location.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
LiveFortuna Hotel
Hotel was lovely and so was the staff ! Needed additional laundry detergent for the machine and asked at the reception and no problem at all, always had new water bottler an new/clean items at the room.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Four Seasons Hotel Beijing
This is not at the usual standards of a US 4 seasons. More like a 3 star US hotel.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Olympic Village
North Chaoyang
You might enjoy the museums while in North Chaoyang. National 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.
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.
Shishahai
The monuments and parks are just a few things visitors like about Shishahai. Forbidden City and Shicha Lake Park 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.
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.
Yansha
Museums, shopping and bars highlight some notable features of Yansha. Make a stop by Chaoyang Park or Sanlitun Road while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Zaoying Station or Dongfeng Beiqiao Station to get around town.
