Yamenkou
Beijing
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
4-Hour Small Group Tour to Forbidden City with Entry Tickets
Great Wall at Mutianyu Section One Day Tour with Lunch
Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, TAM Square
MyBus: Mutianyu Great Wall coach Tour with guide, lunch, ticket.
Beijing Forbidden City Ticket Booking (Optional: guide service)
Beijing Temple of Heaven Entrance Ticket (with Optional Guided Service)
Top hotels in Yamenkou
Reviewed on 8 Jul, 2025
Reviewed on 10 Jul, 2025
Reviewed on 6 Jul, 2025
Reviewed on 11 Jul, 2025
Reviewed on 5 Jul, 2025
Reviewed on 8 Jul, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Yamenkou
Fengtai
The mountain views and museums are just a few things visitors like about Fengtai. Beijing World Park and Marco Polo Bridge are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Fengtai Dongdajie Station or Qilizhuang Station to get around the larger area.
Xuanwu
You might enjoy the historical sites while in Xuanwu. Niujie Mosque is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Guang'anmennei Station or Guang'anmen Station to see more of the city.
Xicheng
Historical sites, museums and theatres highlight some notable features of Xicheng. Make a stop by Xidan Shopping Center or XiDan Shopping District while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Lingjing Hutong Station or Xidan Station to get around town.
Zhongguancun
Even though there aren't top sights in Zhongguancun, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Zhongguancun Electronics City. Jump on the metro at Zhongguancun Station to see more of the city.
Shishahai
The monuments and parks are just a few things visitors like about Shishahai. Prince Gong’s Residence and Shicha Lake Park are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Beihai North Station or Ping'anli Station to get around the larger area.
Haidian
Haidian is well liked for its museums and monuments. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Spacious Pavilion and Summer Palace are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Xibeiwang Station or Malianwa Station to get around.
- Wangfujing Street
- Tiananmen Square
- Forbidden City
- Sanlitun Road
- Temple of Heaven
- The Palace Museum
- Qianmen Street
- Beijing National Stadium
- National Museum of China
- Yonghe Temple
- China National Convention Center
- Beijing New World Shopping Mall
- Taikoo Li Sanlitun - Shopping & Life Style Centre
- Silk Street Market
- Jingshan Park
- Houhai Lake
- Bell and Drum Towers
- Houhai Park
- China International Exhibition Center