Beijing Travel Guide

This guide is here to help you find the best places to shop in Beijing. From high-end malls to local markets, we’ll show you where to shop in Beijing to get the most out of your trip.

Wondering what to buy in Beijing during your trip? You’re not alone! From timeless crafts to tasty treats, Beijing is full of treasures to take home.

If you’re starting your Beijing journey near Qianmen, knowing your transport options makes all the difference. This guide to Beijing Qianmen Street Tourist Bus Information helps you understand the easiest sightseeing buses departing from this historic area, especially if you want to avoid planning everything on your own.

Visiting Chairman Mao Memorial Hall can feel a little intimidating at first. The rules are strict, the security checks are real, and the booking process isn’t always foreigner-friendly. But once you know the steps, it’s actually very manageable—and surprisingly moving.

In this guide, I’ll show you how to book tickets for top attractions in Beijing in the simplest, most foreigner-friendly way. First, I’ll tell you which places usually require advance booking. Next, I’ll show you the easiest booking methods—official channels, WeChat/Alipay mini programs, and English platforms that take international cards.