Xuanwu Travel Guide
Beijing
Popular places to visit
Great Hall of the People
Enjoy a performance at Great Hall of the People, a popular theatre in Beijing. Visit the shops and temples in this culturally rich area.
Beijing Museum of Natural History
Enjoy the wonders of the natural world at this large museum, home to dinosaurs and plenty of preserved wildlife.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Xuanwu
JW Marriott Hotel Beijing Central
"all Good"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Beijing
"Nice hotel in a convenient location."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Grand Mercure Beijing Central
"Classy hotel located near shopping and stations. Nice big rooms, increadable breakfast"
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
ManXin Qianmen Courtyard Hotel
"Clean room, very small for two people. Breakfast could use some work in making it more intercontinental. Did not like a limited Chinese options."
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express Beijing Temple of Heaven by IHG
"It has been good experience."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Peace Hotel Beijing
"Good location."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Xuanwu
Downtown Beijing
Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some notable features of Downtown Beijing. Make a stop by Wangfujing Street 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.
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.
Dongcheng
Enjoy the popular shops in Dongcheng. Wangfujing Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Zhangzizhonglu Station or Dongsi Station to see more of Beijing.
Chaoyang
Museums, art galleries and cocktail bars highlight some notable features of Chaoyang. Make a stop by Alien's Street Trade Market or Ritan Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Dongdaqiao Station or Chaoyangmen Station to get around town.
Haidian
Haidian is well liked for its museums and monuments. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Tower of Buddhist Incense and Summer Palace are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Xibeiwang Station or Malianwa Station to get around.
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