Off the beaten path · Beijing, China
12 Hidden Gems in Beijing Most Visitors Miss
Skip one big-name queue and trade it for one of these. Every pick is backed by real reviews.
Chosen from 122 tracked places in Beijing: highly rated, rarely crowded. Updated monthly.
Black Sesame Kitchen Cooking Classes
MarketBlack Sesame Kitchen Cooking Classes offer an immersive culinary experience in the heart of Beijing's historic Dongcheng District.
Read our full guide →Private Guide Lucia Li
LandmarkPrivate Guide Lucia Li provides tailored tours of Beijing, catering to travelers who want an in-depth, flexible exploration of the city's iconic sites and hidden gems.
Read our full guide →CHI The Spa at Shangri-La
SightCHI The Spa at Shangri-La is an award-winning urban sanctuary located on the fifth floor of the Valley Wing at the Shangri-La Hotel in Beijing's Haidian District.
Read our full guide →Equis
SightEquis is a chic cocktail bar located on Liangmaqiao Road in Beijing, known for its refined atmosphere and exceptional drink craftsmanship.
Read our full guide →Nuoyan Rice Wine Shop
MarketFree entryTucked away in a quiet hutong near Beixinqiao, Nuoyan Rice Wine Shop is a charming spot dedicated to the art of traditional Chinese rice wine.
Read our full guide →Cherry Valley Botanical Garden
Park & natureCherry Valley Botanical Garden, located in the northwestern outskirts of Beijing in Haidian District, is a sprawling green space dedicated to plant conservation, research, and public enjoyment.
Read our full guide →INDIGO
MarketFree entryINDIGO is a lively market nestled within Beijing's renowned 798 Art District, a sprawling complex of former factory buildings turned into a hub for contemporary art and culture.
Read our full guide →Mai Bar
SightMai Bar is a hidden gem tucked away in Beijing's historic Beiluoguxiang Hutong, in the Dongcheng District.
Read our full guide →Wuyutai Tea Shop (Wangfujing)
MarketFree entryWuyutai Tea Shop on Wangfujing is a beloved Beijing institution for tea lovers. Founded in 1887, this shop offers a wide selection of high-quality Chinese teas, including jasmine, green, oolong, and pu'er.
Read our full guide →Haidian Park
Park & natureFree entryHaidian Park is a tranquil green space located in Beijing's Haidian District, near the Northeast Corner of Wanquanhe Junction.
Read our full guide →Liangzi (Lee Garden Service)
SightLiangzi (Lee Garden Service) is a sophisticated Chinese restaurant located on the second floor of the Lee Garden Service Apartments in Beijing's prestigious Wangfujing district.
Read our full guide →Bungalow Tiki and Cocktail Bar
SightFree entryBungalow Tiki and Cocktail Bar is a charming escape tucked away in Beijing's historic Dongcheng district.
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