Description:

Lonely Planet's Pocket Beijing is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Explore the astonishing Forbidden City, feast on delicious dumplings, and you're your legs on the Great Wall; all with your trusted travel companion. 

Full-colour maps and images throughout

Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests

Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds 

Essential info - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices

Honest reviews - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems 

User-friendly layout to help you pick the best spots to spend your time

Covers: Forbidden City & Dongcheng North, Summer Palace & Haidian, Beihai Park & Xicheng, South Chaoyang, and the Temple of Heaven Park & Dongcheng South, and more

Updated edition Dec 2024