Zhongguancun Travel Guide
Beijing
Visit Zhongguancun
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)
Forbidden City Guided Group Tour with Entry Tickets|Multi‐Departs
Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall & Summer Palace Scenic Bus Tour
Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City & Jingshan Hill Tour Options
T-Square & Forbidden City Group Tours with Optional Sights
All-Inclusive Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Great Wall
Top hotels in Zhongguancun
Peace Hotel Beijing
"Good selections for breakfast. I booked this hotel because there is a swim pool. Unfortunately, the swim pool was not open during my stay. Also, I inquired about some local tours and the concierge did not appear to be willing to help."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
"Spacious room really nice hotel"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Grand Hyatt Beijing
"Nice location. Grand entrance. Greet breakfast . Will come back again if I am in Beijing"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
LiveFortuna Hotel
"Great hotel in a great location and the staff did all they could if you had any issues"
Reviewed on 26 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"Rooms felt slightly outdated and some fixtures were dirty or slightly broken/tight.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
"Amazing hotel. Breakfast delicious. The rooms are clean and very updated. It’s a new hotel and the location was very convenient. Concierge was also very helpful."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Zhongguancun
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.
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.
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.
Dongcheng
Enjoy the popular shops in Dongcheng. Beijing Capital Theatre is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Zhangzizhonglu Station or Dongsi Station to see more of Beijing.
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.
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.
