Xinhua 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.
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
Beijing Forbidden City Ticket Booking (Optional: guide service)
Mini Group Discovery Forbidden City Tour with Hotel Pickup option
One-Day Beijing Mutianyu/Badaling Great Wall Tour
Forbidden City Ticket/ The Palace Museum or Group Tours Options
Tiananmen Square Entry Reservation Ticket
Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, TAM Square
Top hotels in Xinhua
Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Very good rooms and great proximity to Wangfujing, the Forbidden City, and Metro.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Four Seasons Hotel Beijing
Wonderful experience
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Grand Hyatt Beijing
Clean tasty breakfast
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Fairmont Beijing
Room was outstanding (gold room). Gym and pool excellent. Staff were helpful.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Sunworld Dynasty Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Rebook the hotel. I love it.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Conrad Beijing
Excellent breakfast coupled with stand out staff service. A blend of luxury and comfort.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Xinhua
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.
Beijing Central Business District
Noted for its art galleries and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Beijing Central Business District. Top attractions like Huamao Commercial Street and Shin Kong Place are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Hongmiao Station or Jintailu Station to see more of the city.
Liqiaozhen
Plan a visit to nearby attractions like Tongzhou Museum while you're exploring Liqiaozhen and the larger area.
Guomao
If you're spending time in Guomao, check out sights like China World Mall or China World Trade Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Jintaixizhao Station or Hongmiao Station.
Yansha
Museums, shopping and bars highlight some notable features of Yansha. Make a stop by Lady Street Market or Chaoyang Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Zaoying Station or Dongfeng Beiqiao Station to get around town.
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.
