Title: Visit North China: Best of North China Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com [Hotels in North China](https://expedia.com/North-China-Hotels.d6210022.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in North China](https://expedia.com/North-China-Vacation-Rentals.d6210022.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to North China](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-North-China.d6210022.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in North China](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-North-China.d6210022.Car-Rental-Guide)[North China Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/North-China.d6210022.Destination-Travel-Guides) # North China ## Travel Guide ![Jinshanling Great Wall showing landscape views, mountains and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532768180/a3884b2f-e17f-4865-9a43-206656b345fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Jinshanling Great Wall showing landscape views, mountains and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532768180/a3884b2f-e17f-4865-9a43-206656b345fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Jinshanling Great Wall showing tranquil scenes, landscape views and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532768180/e7235152-1a4f-432a-91b1-e6df9192106b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Jinshanling Great Wall showing heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532768180/ca86c8a0-e810-44c5-8fbd-b5218bd68005.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Jinshanling Great Wall showing heritage elements and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532768180/5261c3dd-4396-4b2d-9fa3-aa090a709ca1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit North China Where to stay Things to do #### Encounter parts of the Great Wall, visit very large cities and get a sense of the extraordinary culture in the birthplace of Chinese civilization. North China comprises the traditional regions around the Yellow River. Empires have risen and fallen here, creating a rich tapestry of history that can be traced with a trip through the land of Genghis Khan and other past figures. Get a sense of local culture and traditions in the capital city of [Beijing](https://www.expedia.com/Beijing.d178237.Destination-Travel-Guides) and explore the surrounding countryside. The sprawling capital city is home to more than 20 million inhabitants. Visit the historic center, which is divided into several sections packed with fascinating sites. Enter the [Forbidden City](https://www.expedia.com/Forbidden-City-Dongcheng.d6052119.Vacation-Attraction) and visit iconic [Tiananmen Square](https://www.expedia.com/Tiananmen-Square-Dongcheng.d508240.Vacation-Attraction). Try dumplings, roast duck and noodles from the restaurants on the commercial avenue of [Wangfujing Street](https://www.expedia.com/Wangfujing-Street-Dongcheng.d6140156.Vacation-Attraction) in Dongcheng. Sample Baijiu, a wine-like alcoholic beverage. Travel to the outskirts of the city, where you’ll find the neighborhood of Xicheng. The district is known for its political institutions. Snap photos of the spectacular dome-like building of the National Centre for the Performing Arts. Many districts in North China contain parts of the Great Wall. Take the Beyond the Great Wall tour in Datong and admire the picturesque views of the hilly countryside. See the impressive Huayan Temple that lies near a gate in the wall here. A little south are the Longmen Grottoes of Luoyang, with tens of thousands of Buddha statues. Continue south to Pingyao, which is known for its preserved walled city. Stroll along the quaint cobbled lanes and glimpse the local customs. Note that most people here speak Mandarin, even if it isn’t their first language. The region of North China shares a border with Mongolia in the Far East. The enormous swath of land comprises many provinces, including Inner Mongolia, Hebei and Shanxi. Fly to the airports of the main cities and get around the area with domestic flights and high-speed trains. North China is a vast and enigmatic region with an intricate history and fascinating sights. ### Where to stay in North China ![Temple of Heaven which includes a temple or place of worship, religious aspects and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052115/7276763a-e3f5-4c9d-8c6d-2d90cae8ea05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Beijing 3.5/5(6 area reviews) Historic sites, museums, and art galleries highlight some notable features of Downtown Beijing. Make a stop by Peninsula Beijing Shopping Arcade or Wangfujing Paleolithic Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Jinyu Hutong Station or Dengshikou Station to get around town. [](https://expedia.com/Beijing-Downtown-Beijing.dx553248633981714210) ![Famous Qianmen pedestrian street south from Tiananmen Square in Beijing, China](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981711487/16c2dcbc-1d78-4af3-aadf-ee7d1c2cc281.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Wangfujing Shopping Area Historic 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. [](https://expedia.com/Beijing-Wangfujing-Shopping-Area.dx553248633981711487) ![Dongcheng - Wangfujing](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048792/322e67d7-5ff0-4a05-ab5e-92d86346931f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Dongcheng 4.5/5(737 area reviews) Home to major cultural attractions like the Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven, Dongcheng boasts vibrant nightlife in Nanluoguxiang's hutongs and shopping at Wangfujing. Prestigious hotels and nine metro lines ensure a convenient stay. [](https://expedia.com/Beijing-Dongcheng.dx6048792) ![CCTV Headquarters building is situated in the city centre of Beijing. One of the most amazing architectural creations I've ever seen in my life. It's a massive 200m something high structure. As I heard from the locals, visitors are not allowed inside. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/597/dfb3d76c-cd49-47d7-a088-4d40db4fd553.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Chaoyang 3.5/5(7 area reviews) Discover a bustling district with foreign embassies, Sanlitun bar street, and a thriving business area. Explore attractions like 798 Art Zone, Olympic Green, and Chaoyang Park, while enjoying convenient access to 14 metro lines and Beijing Capital Airport. [](https://expedia.com/Beijing-Chaoyang.dx553248633981694296) ![Summer Palace showing heritage elements and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061611/6f8529dd-3999-4f73-82df-549155e10c23.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Haidian 4/5(67 area reviews) Get to know Haidian and its many features like its museums and monuments. You might want to explore sights like Summer Palace and Fragrant Hills Park, and you can jump on the metro at Xibeiwang Station or Malianwa Station to get around the city. [](https://expedia.com/Beijing-Haidian.dx178565) ![Set in Beijing and taken on a clear April night](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/597/27fccc47-68c7-46ff-9ff2-a6c706e1dfd0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Dongdan Dongdan is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Wangfujing Paleolithic Museum and Oriental Plaza, and you can get around town on the metro at Dengshikou Station. [](https://expedia.com/Beijing-Dongdan.dx6189429) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/North-China.dx6210022.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.Neighborhoods) - North China Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in North China ![Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1170000/1167500/1167471/cc6b61b8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing No.88 Dengshikou Street Beijing Beijing $73 nightly $78 total Feb 11 - Feb 12 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Beijing. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (999 reviews) Location of hotel is awesome, walking distance to forbidden city and surrounded with many eateries. Room was clean and good size. no complaints Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F11%2F2026&endDate=2%2F12%2F2026&selected=1167471&PinnedHotelID=1167471&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6210022) ![Grand Hyatt Beijing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/670000/662800/662768/dbc14a39_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Grand Hyatt Beijing 1 East Chang An Avenue Beijing Beijing $171 nightly $182 total Feb 11 - Feb 12 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Beijing. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Popular attractions Wangfujing Street and Forbidden City ... 9/10 Wonderful! (897 reviews) Clean tasty breakfast Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F11%2F2026&endDate=2%2F12%2F2026&selected=662768&PinnedHotelID=662768&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6210022) ![Fairmont Beijing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2246600/2246561/727f651e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fairmont Beijing No.8 Yong An Dong Li, Jian Guo Men Wai Beijing Beijing $121 nightly $128 total Feb 13 - Feb 14 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Beijing. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9/10 Wonderful! (492 reviews) Room was outstanding (gold room). Gym and pool excellent. Staff were helpful. Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F13%2F2026&endDate=2%2F14%2F2026&selected=2246561&PinnedHotelID=2246561&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6210022) [See all 3,099 properties in North China](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=2%2F9%2F2026&endDate=2%2F10%2F2026®ionId=6210022) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![base-Wangfujing Serviced Apartment](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92890000/92888500/92888472/94f8d97e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### base-Wangfujing Serviced Apartment No. 17 Qianliang Hutong Beijing Beijing Stay at this residence in Beijing. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (129 reviews) Excellent stay at this serviced apartment. Hotel staff were polite and helpful. Property was clean and very comfortable. Hotel used robots for last mile to deliver food ordered from mobile app. Reviewed on Dec 9, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Beijing-Hotels-Base-LONGFUSI-Serviced-Apartment.h92888472.Hotel-Information) ![base-Sanlitun Serviced Apartment](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91020000/91017400/91017391/b0ab854f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### base-Sanlitun Serviced Apartment No.2, Lane 10, Xingfu 1 Village Beijing Stay at this residence in Beijing. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sanlitun Road and Wangfujing Street are located ... 9/10 Wonderful! (34 reviews) Cozy stay Reviewed on Nov 26, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Beijing-Hotels-Base-GONGTI-Serviced-Apartment.h91017391.Hotel-Information) ![Ascott Raffles City Beijing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2790000/2787800/2787719/df3b8d4b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ascott Raffles City Beijing No.1-2 Dongzhimen South Street Beijing Beijing Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Beijing. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Sanlitun Road and Wangfujing ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (81 reviews) Room is clean but old. Needs refurbishment. Location is convenient and is connected to the subway Line 2. 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check North China hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6210022&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[Feb 8 - Feb 9](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6210022&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6210022&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10)[Feb 9 - Feb 10](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6210022&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6210022&startDate=2%2F13%2F2026&endDate=2%2F15%2F2026)[Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6210022&startDate=2%2F13%2F2026&endDate=2%2F15%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Wangfujing Street featuring street scenes and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6140156/7eef16e5-ec69-4251-8693-5cac781320e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wangfujing Street 4.5/5(302 reviews) Find the latest fashion or cheap souvenirs and sample local cuisine in this bustling pedestrian-only street, one of the city’s most popular shopping strips. [](https://expedia.com/Wangfujing-Street-Downtown-Beijing.d6140156.Vacation-Attraction) ![Forbidden City showing a river or creek, a lake or waterhole and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052119/e1e9885b-add5-434e-9cb7-dc0cc99ecdad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Forbidden City 4.5/5(488 reviews) This formerly restricted imperial palace complex is now a public museum that shows the splendor of the old China. It is one of Beijing’s most impressive sites. [](https://expedia.com/Forbidden-City-Downtown-Beijing.d6052119.Vacation-Attraction) ![Close-up of a stone wall, Great Wall Of China, China](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6095764/88838b6d-0399-43ea-b8c5-3fe0eb8650f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Great Wall of China 4.5/5(57 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Great-Wall-Of-China-Beijing.d6095764.Vacation-Attraction) ![Tiananmen Square](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508240/d3c4a636-e29c-4fbd-b4f1-fbcedd151917.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tiananmen Square 4.5/5(467 reviews) One of the most famous squares in the world, this spot is the beating heart of Beijing and has always been the site of mass protests and national celebrations. [](https://expedia.com/Tiananmen-Square-Downtown-Beijing.d508240.Vacation-Attraction) ![Great Wall of China which includes night scenes, heritage elements and a monument](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6126871/f834e13c-a8fc-4f84-855e-595b5d5aec57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Great Wall of China 5/5(13 reviews) See terracotta warriors, ancient temples and Ming Dynasty architecture at the Juyongguan section of one of the most spectacular tourist attractions in the world. [](https://expedia.com/Great-Wall-Of-China-Beijing.d6126871.Vacation-Attraction) ![Sanlitun landmark office building - SOHO office; Shutterstock ID 472398427; PO: Hcom Destination Content neighborhoods; Client: Hotels.com; Other: Hcom brand budge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160345/a5f9496d-a1ea-4a9e-b4e7-ed11ef3cdea0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sanlitun Road 4.5/5(53 reviews) During your trip to Beijing, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Sanlitun Road. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. 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