Lonely Planet Beijing, Pocket

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Beijing — and discover twice the city in half the time!

Discover Beijing's Highlights

Explore Beijing's most popular experiences, must-see attractions, and unexpected surprises — neighbourhood by neighbourhood — with this handy-sized Pocket travel guide. Highlights include:

• Climbing the gravity-defying Great Wall
• Making an offering at Lama Temple
• Sifting through strings of freshwater pearls at the Hongqiao Pearl Market

Why Choose Lonely Planet's Pocket Beijing Travel Guide?

Build a trip to remember with this guide's unique features:

• Compact format: Perfect for trips lasting 1–7 days, packed with insider knowledge and local insights.
• Enhanced structure and design: Quickly find what you're looking for and navigate Beijing with ease.
• Fresh takes on must-visit sights: Includes Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and Summer Palace.
• Exciting itineraries: "Three Perfect Days" itineraries help you create your ideal trip with suggestions tailored to your passions.
• Walking tours: Explore each neighbourhood's personality and uncover 'don't miss' sights on foot.
• Hidden gems: Discover Beijing's best-kept secrets and rising trends in the "A Few Surprises" feature.
• Public transport tips: Confidently navigate Beijing's transit system with clear instructions in the "Getting Around" section.
• Quick travel decisions: "Trip Planning" pages include top picks and advice on what to book in advance.
• Local dining and shopping: Extensive listings of the best restaurants, bars, markets, and street vendors.

Essential Information Toolkit

Get practical advice to make the most of your trip:

• Tips on arriving, transport, and budgeting.
• LGBTIQ+ travel advice and accessibility information.
• Useful words and phrases for navigating Beijing.
• Responsible travel tips for an enriching experience.

Inspiring Visuals and Maps

Enjoy full-colour travel photography and maps, including a pull-out map of Beijing.

Coverage Areas

The guide covers:

• Forbidden City & Dongcheng Central
• Drum Tower & Dongcheng North
• Temple of Heaven & Dongcheng South
• Beihai Park & Xicheng South
• Sanlitun & Chaoyang
• Summer Palace & Haidian
• Plus day trips to The Great Wall of China and Universal Beijing Resort

Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary city — neighbourhood by neighbourhood — and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket Beijing!