Jianwai Street Travel Guide
Beijing
Visit Jianwai Street
Popular places to visit
Silk Street Market
Silks, electronics and bargain fashions are just some of the wares on offer at this busy multi-level indoor market.
Wangfujing Street
Shop ‘til you drop on one of Beijing’s best-loved shopping strips, where you’ll find everything from designer labels to cheap souvenirs.
Forbidden City
This magnificent imperial palace is one of the most popular tourist sites in all of China, and is filled with many centuries of culture and art.
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
From national celebrations to mass protests, Beijing’s main square has been the scene of many of China’s most important gatherings and is a must-see for any visitor.
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.
Top hotels in Jianwai Street
JEN Beijing by Shangri-La
Everything was outstanding!
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
The St. Regis Beijing
All staff very kind, most of them speak English. Morning buffet is very complete, they have a wide variety of food from different cuisines. From the front desk, chefs, waiters, hotel porters, all very polite. We would stay here again.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Fairmont Beijing
Kerry Hotel, Beijing
I had a late flight and I didn’t get to the hotel till 3:00 am . As USA citizen check in was easy and they had wash cloths . It is a amazing hotel with excellent food
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
JW Marriott Hotel Beijing
China World Summit Wing, Beijing
Gorgeous and staff was amazing
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Jianwai Street
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.
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.
Chaoyang
Museums, art galleries and cocktail bars highlight some notable features of Chaoyang. Make a stop by Alien's Street Trade Market or RiTan ShangJie while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Dongdaqiao Station or Chaoyangmen Station to get around town.
Sanlitun
If you're spending some time in Sanlitun, Sanlitun Barstreet and Workers Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
Dongdan
Visitors to Dongdan love its popular shops, and you can check out Wangfujing Street and Wangfujing Paleolithic Museum. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Dengshikou Station.
Wangfujing Shopping Area
Historical sites, art galleries and museums highlight some notable features of Wangfujing Shopping Area. Make a stop by Wangfujing Street or Peninsula Beijing Shopping Arcade while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Dengshikou Station or Dongsi Station to get around town.
