Haidian
Beijing
Popular places to visit
Summer Palace
This idyllic public park was once the summer retreat of the Qing Dynasty. It houses the iconic Boat of Purity and Ease.
Tsinghua University
Explore the campus of Tsinghua University during your trip to Beijing. Visit the shops and temples in this culturally rich area.
Peking University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Peking University during your trip to Beijing. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this culturally rich area.
Beijing Zoo
Visit the native and exotic animals who call Beijing Zoo home during your travels in Beijing. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this culturally rich area.
Old Summer Palace
These once extravagant imperial palaces and gardens were all but destroyed in the 19th-century, but the crumbling ruins are still worth visiting.
Purple Bamboo Park
Explore the great outdoors at Purple Bamboo Park, a lovely green space in Beijing. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and temples in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Beijing Forbidden City Ticket Booking (Optional: guide service)
All-Inclusive Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Great Wall
Mini Group Discovery Forbidden City Tour with Hotel Pickup option
Beijing: Jinshanling Gt Wall Trip, Depart 7:30 Bus w/ Ticket
Beijing Temple of Heaven Entrance Ticket (with Optional Guided Service)
Beijing Hutong Walking Food and Beer Tour at Hidden Restaurants
Top hotels in Haidian
Shangri-La Beijing
"I was really enjoy staying at the Shangri-La’s. The rooms are very tastefully decorated the surroundings outside. Areas of the building are usually meticulous. The food at the restaurant is totally over the top fantastic fresh and tasty."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Peace Hotel Beijing
"Good selections for breakfast. I booked this hotel because there is a swim pool. Unfortunately, the swim pool was not open during my stay. Also, I inquired about some local tours and the concierge did not appear to be willing to help."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing
"Spacious room really nice hotel"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Grand Hyatt Beijing
"Nice location. Grand entrance. Greet breakfast . Will come back again if I am in Beijing"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
LiveFortuna Hotel
"Great hotel in a great location and the staff did all they could if you had any issues"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Four Seasons Hotel Beijing
"Rooms felt slightly outdated and some fixtures were dirty or slightly broken/tight. Other than that service was phenomenal as always with four seasons."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Haidian
North Chaoyang
You might enjoy the museums while in North Chaoyang. National Olympic Sports Center is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Huixinxijie Beikou Station or Huixinxijie Nankou Station to see more of the city.
Shishahai
The monuments and parks are just a few things visitors like about Shishahai. Shicha Lake Park and Prince Gong Mansion 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.
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.
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.
Fengtai
The mountain views and museums are just a few things visitors like about Fengtai. Chinese People's Anti-Japanese War Museum 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.
Dongzhimen
While you're in Dongzhimen, take in top sights like Raffles City Beijing and jump on the metro at Dongzhimen Station to see more of the city.
