Lonely Planet Pocket Beijing, 5th Edition

Discover Beijing's most popular experiences, must-see attractions, and unexpected surprises - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - with our handy-sized Pocket 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:
* Our Pocket guidebook format provides you with the best insider knowledge and local know-how for planning trips between 1 - 7 days
* Find what you're looking for fast with this guide's all-new structure and design and navigate Beijing with ease
* Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and Summer Palace
* Exciting Three Perfect Days itineraries help you to create your ideal trip with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities to match your passions
* Find the local vibe on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each neighbourhood's personality and get you to those 'don't miss' sights
* Discover 'A Few Surprises' in a new feature that showcases Beijing's best kept secrets and rising trends
* Navigate public transport confidently with clear instructions and tips in our 'Getting Around' section
* Make quick travel decisions using 'Trip Planning' pages that include top pick lists and tips about what to book in advance
* Eat, drink, and shop like a local with extensive listings of the top restaurants, bars, markets, and street vendors
* Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel
* Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of Beijing
* Covers: 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 to The Great Wall of China and Universal Beijing Resort