Dongzhimen Travel Guide
Beijing
Visit Dongzhimen
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Summer Palace
This idyllic public park was once the summer retreat of the Qing Dynasty. It houses the iconic Boat of Purity and Ease.
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.
Things to do
Mini Group Discovery Forbidden City Tour with Hotel Pickup option
One-Day Beijing Mutianyu/Badaling Great Wall Tour
Beijing:Mutianyu Great Wall Daily Tour with Ticket & Lunch
Beijing Forbidden City Ticket Booking (Optional: guide service)
Beijing Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square Admission Tickets
Temple of Heaven Ticket with Optional Guide Service
Top hotels in Dongzhimen
SSAW Garden Hotel Beijing
Lovely room with good amenities and staff service.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Yunju Hotel Beijing Yonghe Palace Guijie Siheyuan
Very clean. Great amenities. Amazing and friendly staff! Great area in a busy traditional part of downtown Beijing. Breakfast option in hotel was superb and delicious. First time in Beijing was amazing thanks to this place!
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
Location of hotel is awesome, walking distance to forbidden city and surrounded with many eateries. Room was clean and good size. no complaints
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Grand Hyatt Beijing
Clean tasty breakfast
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Four Seasons Hotel Beijing
Wonderful experience
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Cordis, Beijing Capital Airport by Langham Hospitality Group
Clean room, nice size, great experience. Will use this hotel for next stay.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dongzhimen
Dongcheng
Enjoy the popular shops in Dongcheng. Forbidden City is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Zhangzizhonglu Station or Dongsi Station to see more of Beijing.
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 The Place or Workers Stadium while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Dongdaqiao Station or Chaoyangmen Station to get around town.
Wangfujing Shopping Area
Historical sites, art galleries and museums highlight some notable features of Wangfujing Shopping Area. Make a stop by Forbidden City or Wangfujing Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Dengshikou Station or Dongsi Station to get around town.
Dongdan
Visitors to Dongdan love its popular shops, and you can check out Wangfujing Paleolithic Museum and Oriental Plaza. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Dengshikou Station.
Downtown Beijing
Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some notable features of Downtown Beijing. Make a stop by Forbidden City or Peninsula Beijing Shopping Arcade while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Jinyu Hutong Station or Dengshikou Station to get around town.
