
Things to Do in Xicheng, Beijing
Known for the Houhai area, where there is a cluster of bars and restaurants by the lake, as well as shopping in the large Xidan area. The district also features attractions like Beijing Zoo, Beihai Park, and the National Centre for the Performing Arts.
Known for the Houhai area, where there is a cluster of bars and restaurants by the lake, as well as shopping in the large Xidan area. The district also features attractions like Beijing Zoo, Beihai Park, and the National Centre for the Performing Arts.
Paleozoological Museum of ChinaNatural History Museum
Former Residence of Qi Baishi (Beijing)Museum
Beijing Zoo and AquariumZoo & Aquarium
By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026
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Jubaoyuan Hot Pot Restaurant
Hot Pot· ¥1–150A hot pot restaurant on Niu Jie known for its lamb and beef, offering a plain soup base, sesame dipping sauce, and door nail beef pie.
- Every day
- 10 AM – 10 PM


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- 1Paleozoological Museum of China
- 2Former Residence of Qi Baishi (Beijing)
- 3Beijing Zoo and Aquarium
- 4Capital Museum
- 5Institute of Vertebrate Paleontology and Paleoanthropology
- 6Prince Gong's Mansion
- 7Niujie (Niu Street) Mosque
- 8Lidai Diwang Miao
- 9Jiupin Coffee
- 10Beijingfang
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