Lonely Planet Pocket Beijing (Pocket Guide)

Discover Beijing'smost popular experiences, must-see attractions, and unexpected surprises - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - with our handy-sizedPocket travel guide. From climbing the gravity-defying Great Wall, to making an offering at Lama Temple, and sifting through strings of freshwater pearls at the Hongqiao Pearl Market.
Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet'sPocket Beijing Travel Guide:OurPocket guidebook format provides you with the best insider knowledge and local know-how for planning trips between 1 - 7 daysFind what you're looking for fastwith this guide'sall-new structure and design and navigate Beijing with easeGet fresh takes on must-visit sights including Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and Summer PalaceExciting Three Perfect Days itineraries help you to create your ideal trip with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities to match your passionsFind the local vibe on foot! Walking tours in every chapterintroduce each neighbourhood's personality and get you to those 'don't miss' sightsDiscover 'A Few Surprises' in a new featurethat showcases Beijing'sbest kept secrets and rising trendsNavigate public transport confidentlywith clear instructions and tips in our 'Getting Around' sectionMake quick travel decisions using 'Trip Planning' pages that include top pick lists and tips about what tobook in advanceEat, drink, and shop like a local with extensive listings of the top restaurants, bars, markets, and street vendorsEssential information toolkitcontaining tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travelInspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including apull out map of BeijingCovers: Forbidden City & Dongcheng Central; Drum Tower & Dongcheng North; Temple of Heaven & Dongcheng South; Beihai Park & Xicheng South; Sanlitun & Chaoyang; Summer Palace & Haidian;plus day trips toThe Great Wall of China and Universal Beijing Resort
Get straight to theheart of this extraordinary city - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - and hit the ground running withLonely Planet'sPocketBeijing.