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"Coming in second was the National Museum in China, followed by New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art." - Elise Taylor
Vast museum with 1.4M artifacts; book tickets online
16 E Chang'an St, 前门 Dongcheng, China, 100051 Get directions
Museum · Zhengyilu
Multimedia exhibits on Beijing's planning, past, present, future
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· Xinjiekou
Traditional snack street with 700+ years of history, famous sweet and savory treats
Hostel · Qianmendajie
Sociable hostel with communal bar, western food, tours and great location
Place of worship · Tiantan
Iconic temple complex with circular buildings and park
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Hotel · Beijing
Soundproof rooms, 2 chic restaurants, 2 bars, 24/7 gym, ballroom
Hotel · Wangfujing
Palatial rooms, innovative dim sum, city views, exceptional service
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Tourist attraction · Donghuamen
Vast imperial palace complex, China's largest preserved ancient structures
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Tomb · Zhengyilu
Mausoleum of Mao Zedong, embalmed body on display, iconic figure
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Hostel · Dongcheng
Budget-friendly hotel, friendly staff, central location
Hotel · Chaowai
Contemporary art hotel with Dali, Warhol works & massage chairs