Beijing

You can feel the grandeur of imperial Beijing beneath the red walls of the Forbidden City, climb the Badaling Great Wall for sweeping mountain views, wander through hutongs to find cafés tucked inside courtyard houses, and head to Jingshan Park at dusk for a panoramic view over the Forbidden City. Food lovers can enjoy time-honoured culinary traditions at long-established restaurants, art fans can explore the many exhibitions at 798, and younger visitors can experience Beijing’s nightlife in Sanlitun. A wide range of travel interests is well catered for.

3 stops40 min

Panjiayuan (Beijing)

Citywalk

Panjiayuan Route

This itinerary connects three key attractions—the Panjiayuan Themed Post Office, the Panjiayuan Cultural and Creative Store, and the Panjiayuan Digital Culture Company—all within easy walking distance, with a seamless route that avoids detours. Visitors can explore traditional-style postal items, Panjiayuan-exclusive cultural and creative products, and digital cultural achievements all in one go, immersing themselves in the latest trends of Panjiayuan’s cultural and creative scene whilst enjoying a relaxed stroll and visiting these distinctive landmarks.

Happening Now

Beijing served as the capital of several dynasties. The hutongs and courtyard houses of the old city are living traces of everyday life in the past, while its imperial architecture reflects a strong sense of symmetry and order. Many traditional customs and food traditions are still preserved today. In the hutongs, you may come across older Beijingers walking their birds, and in teahouses you can see traditional folk performances. Old and new cultures meet here, giving the city both a deep sense of history and a lively contemporary character.

What's worth experiencing right now?

A stay of 3–5 days is recommended, with the main city-centre attractions as a priority. The metro is the most convenient way to get around, and most major sights offer foreign-language guide services. Spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons for travel. Popular attractions can be busy during school holidays, summer and winter breaks, and public holidays, so advance booking is recommended. Most places accept mobile payment, though carrying a small amount of cash can be useful. Overall, the city is friendly for families with children and older travellers, and accessible facilities at attractions are relatively well developed.

Eat Well

Restaurants, cafes, snacks, late-night dining, local cuisine, desserts, tea and drinks.

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Play Well

Landmarks, neighborhoods, exhibitions, nightlife, half-day routes, day trips and cultural experiences.

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Buy Well

Malls, brands, souvenirs, local products, shopping districts, concept stores and lifestyle retail.

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Custom Well

Made-to-order shoes, eyewear, clothing, tea drinks and other non-standard services.

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Travel Well

Half-day tours, day trips, themed routes, museum tours and deeper city experiences.

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Watch Well

Shows, theatres, exhibitions, immersive experiences and night-time cultural entertainment.

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