Beijing, the capital of China, is a city where ancient history blends with modern development. From UNESCO World Heritage Sites to bustling shopping streets, cultural landmarks, and natural escapes — here are 100 must-visit attractions in Beijing:
๐ฏ Historical & Cultural Landmarks
- The Great Wall of China (Mutianyu Section) – A scenic, restored section of the Great Wall.
- The Great Wall (Badaling Section) – The most famous and accessible part of the Wall.
- Forbidden City (Palace Museum) – Home of emperors for 500 years, China’s grandest palace.
- Tiananmen Square – One of the world’s largest public squares.
- Temple of Heaven – UNESCO site where emperors prayed for good harvests.
- Summer Palace – A beautiful imperial garden and lakeside retreat.
- Ming Tombs (Thirteen Tombs of the Ming Dynasty) – Burial site of Ming emperors.
- Beihai Park – An ancient imperial garden with lakes and temples.
- Jingshan Park – Hilltop views over the Forbidden City.
- Yonghe Lama Temple – Largest Tibetan Buddhist temple in Beijing.
- Confucius Temple – A tribute to the great Chinese philosopher.
- Guozijian Imperial Academy – China’s ancient education center.
- Zhongnanhai – Headquarters of China’s government, with historic significance.
- Zhengyangmen Gate (Qianmen Gate) – Historic city gate south of Tiananmen.
- Bell Tower of Beijing – Ancient timekeeping structure.
- Drum Tower of Beijing – Paired with Bell Tower, used to keep time.
- Deshengmen Gate – Historic city gate with museum exhibits.
- Dongyue Temple – Taoist temple with unique statues.
- Fayuan Temple – One of Beijing’s oldest Buddhist temples.
- White Cloud Temple (Baiyun Guan) – Famous Taoist temple.
๐️ Museums & Galleries
- National Museum of China – Vast exhibits of Chinese history.
- Capital Museum – Showcasing Beijing’s rich heritage.
- Beijing Museum of Natural History – Dinosaurs, fossils, and nature.
- Beijing Art Museum – Traditional Chinese art collections.
- Today Art Museum – Leading space for contemporary Chinese art.
- Red Brick Art Museum – Unique architecture and modern art.
- China Science and Technology Museum – Interactive science exhibits.
- Beijing Automobile Museum – Evolution of cars in China.
- Military Museum of the Chinese People’s Revolution – Weapons and war history.
- Poly Art Museum – Ancient stone carvings and relics.
๐️ Modern Attractions
- Olympic Park (Bird’s Nest & Water Cube) – 2008 Beijing Olympic venues.
- CCTV Headquarters – Landmark modern architecture.
- National Centre for the Performing Arts (The Egg) – Iconic opera house.
- Wangfujing Street – Famous shopping and food street.
- Sanlitun – Trendy nightlife and shopping district.
- Beijing World Park – Miniature world landmarks.
- Happy Valley Beijing – Theme park with rides and shows.
- Shijingshan Amusement Park – Retro amusement park.
- Blue Zoo Beijing – Aquarium in the city.
- Legoland Discovery Centre Beijing – Family-friendly attraction.
๐️ Nature & Scenic Spots
- Fragrant Hills Park (Xiangshan Park) – Famous for red autumn leaves.
- Botanical Garden of Beijing – Home to diverse plants and greenhouses.
- Longqing Gorge – Natural gorge with boat rides and ice lantern festival.
- Shidu Scenic Area – Riverside cliffs and outdoor adventure.
- Miaofeng Mountain – Hiking and temple visits.
- Yudu Mountain – Hiking trails and fresh air.
- Shenshuping Panda Base – View pandas near Beijing.
- Mangshan National Forest Park – Lush forest near Ming Tombs.
- Qinglong Gorge – Scenic gorge with cable cars.
- Hongluo Temple & Mountain – Temple with a beautiful forest.
๐ Religious & Spiritual Sites
- Niujie Mosque – Beijing’s oldest and largest mosque.
- Dongsi Mosque – Another historic mosque in central Beijing.
- Huguosi Mosque – Serving Beijing’s Hui community.
- Christian Church Xishiku Cathedral (Beitang) – Famous Roman Catholic church.
- South Cathedral (Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception) – The oldest Catholic church in Beijing.
- East Church (St. Joseph’s Wangfujing Cathedral) – Famous church along Wangfujing.
- Haotian Pagoda – Historic Buddhist pagoda.
- Zhihua Temple – Ming Dynasty Buddhist temple.
- Tianning Temple Pagoda – Tall ancient pagoda.
- Big Bell Temple (Dazhong Temple) – Home to giant bronze bells.
๐️ Shopping & Markets
- Panjiayuan Antique Market – Famous flea market.
- Silk Street Market – Bargain shopping for silk and souvenirs.
- Hongqiao Pearl Market – Famous pearl shopping.
- Liulichang Cultural Street – Calligraphy, antiques, and paintings.
- Nanluoguxiang – Trendy hutong alley with shops and cafes.
- Qianmen Street – Historic shopping street.
- Xidan Shopping Area – Young and modern shopping hub.
- The Place – Known for giant LED screen.
- Solana Lifestyle Shopping Park – Stylish shopping and dining.
- Indigo Mall – Large shopping center.
๐ Food & Culinary Experiences
- Quanjude Roast Duck Restaurant – World-famous Peking duck.
- Da Dong Roast Duck – High-end Peking duck experience.
- Ghost Street (Guijie) – 24-hour street food destination.
- Huguosi Street Snacks – Traditional Beijing street snacks.
- Donghuamen Night Market (formerly) – Traditional night snacks.
- Beijing Hot Pot Restaurants – Must-try local dining.
- Local Tea Houses – Authentic tea culture.
- Niujie Street Food – Muslim street food.
- Sanlitun Bars & Cafes – International cuisines.
- Wangjing Korean Town – Korean food in Beijing.
๐ญ Cultural & Performance Venues
- Beijing Opera at Liyuan Theatre – Traditional Peking Opera.
- Beijing Concert Hall – Classical music venue.
- Poly Theatre – Modern performing arts space.
- Chang’an Grand Theatre – Famous opera stage.
- Laoshe Teahouse – Tea with cultural performances.
- Red Theatre Beijing – Kung Fu shows.
- Chaoyang Theatre – Acrobatic shows.
- Huguang Guild Hall – Opera and cultural heritage.
- National Library of China – One of the world’s largest libraries.
- Beijing Planetarium – Astronomy exhibits.
๐️ Hutongs & Local Life
- Nanluoguxiang Hutong – Popular historic alley.
- Shichahai Hutong Area – Lakeside alleys with rickshaw tours.
- Houhai Lake – Boating and nightlife.
- Yandai Xie Street – Historic alley for shopping.
- Dashilar Street – Traditional shops and old Beijing vibes.
- Wudaoying Hutong – Trendy cafes and boutiques.
- Prince Gong’s Mansion – Historical residence in hutong area.
- Song Qingling Former Residence – Home of revolutionary figure.
- Lu Xun Museum – Celebrating the famous writer.
- Beijing Zoo – Home to giant pandas and other animals.
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