Beijing Capital International Airport 48 min
CCTV Headquarters (31 min) Contemporary, 44-story skyscraper by Rem Koolhaas featuring a geometric shape & housing TV offices. Beijing Ancient Observatory (36 min) Dating to 1442, this former observatory is now a museum exhibiting ancient astronomical gear. Nanhaizi Park (17 min) Park and wetland Beijing Antique Market (29 min) Bustling market boasting lots of stalls selling jewelry, antiques, household decor & crafts. Beijing Dongyue Temple (36 min) Centuries-old Taoist sacred site with many ghoulish sculptures dedicated to the afterlife. Temple of Heaven (38 min) Renowned temple complex from 1420 featuring distinctive circular buildings set in a popular park. Beijing central business district (33 min) Modern architecture, art, architecture, and landscape architecture Happy Valley Beijing (26 min) Fun park with themed areas that include roller coasters & other thrill rides, plus a train & shows. The China World Trade Center (33 min) Set of 3 soaring buildings with modern hotels, an exhibition hall & an upscale shopping mall. Today Art Museum (30 min) Modern art museum featuring exhibits, seminars & educational programs, with a gift shop & bookstore. Hongqiao Market (34 min) Huge marketplace famous for trading in pearls with around a million visitors each year. Longtan Lake Park (32 min) Public park developed around a large lake, with many pavilions and bridges dotting its perimeter. Zhengyangmen (41 min) Iconic gatehouse originally built in 1419 as part of Beijing's city wall, now offering a museum. Beijing Dashilan (45 min) A lively, centuries-old commercial street lined with souvenir shops, tea houses & small eateries. Temple of the Sun (36 min) Remains of a 16th-century temple in landscaped surrounds with trees, gardens & a lake. |