Beijing Map 2026: Metro, Hotels, Attractions & Food

Beijing, China’s historic capital, blends ancient wonders like the Forbidden City with modern landmarks such as the Olympic Park. This comprehensive guide helps you navigate the city efficiently using updated maps, transportation details, and curated recommendations.

Beijing Map | Beijing Subway Map

The Beijing Subway is one of the most commonly used public transportation options for travelers visiting Beijing, and it’s also a public transit system that Beijing residents rely on heavily in their daily lives. It currently has 29 lines and more than 500 stations, and the network continues to expand and grow.

Beijing Metro Map

Image source: Beijing MTR official website

The Beijing Subway is the fastest way to explore the city, with 29 lines (including 2 airport express lines) covering 900+ km and 523 stations. Key updates for 2025 include:

• Line 17 fully operational (connecting Tiananmen Square to Future Science City).
• Line 6 South Extension serving Tongzhou Sub-Center.
• Line 8 Dahongmen Station open, linking to Line 10 for seamless transfers.

Beijing Subway Operating Hours

Most lines run 05:00–23:00, with select lines (e.g., Line 10) extending to 00:22. During holidays, major lines like Line 7 and 10 may operate until 02:00.

Beijing Transportation Map - Getting Around

Beyond the subway, Beijing offers a variety of other public transportation options to choose from:

• Bus: Beijing’s public bus network covers the city extensively, with numerous routes and excellent accessibility, making it one of the key ways to get around and explore Beijing. Some routes use distance-based fares; remember to tap your card when you board and again when you get off.
• Taxis: Quick and convenient, but on the pricier side—especially on holidays and during rush hours, hailing one can be challenging. Use ride-hailing apps like DiDi to book a car and cut down on wait times.
• Airport Express: Connecting Beijing Capital International Airport with the city center, it's fast and convenient, making it a great choice for traveling to and from the airport.
• Bike sharing: Riding a shared bike through the city isn’t just eco-friendly—it’s an even better way to soak up the charm of Beijing’s streets and alleys.

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1. Baidu Maps & Amap (local data, English version available).
2. Google Maps (English-friendly, real-time updates).
3. 天地图・北京 (Official English map with 30,000+ POIs, including subway, attractions, and services).

[8%OFF] Beijing Hotel Map | Where to Stay in Beijing

Wangfujing / Tiananmen (Central)

1. • Hotel: Beijing Kunlun Hotel (5-star, near Line 1 Wangfujing Station).
   • Why: Walk to Forbidden City, bustling shopping district.

Sanlitun / Chaoyang (Nightlife)

1. • Hotel: The Opposite House (Design hotel, Line 14 Shiku Station).
   • Why: Trendy bars, international dining, embassy district.

Xidan / Financial Street (Business)

1. • Hotel: Grand Hyatt Beijing (5-star, Line 1 Xidan Station).
   • Why: Close to shopping and corporate offices.

Shichahai / Hutongs (Cultural)

1. • Hotel: Courtyard by Marriott Beijing Downtown (Line 8 Shichahai Station).
   • Why: Traditional courtyard experiences, lakeside cafes.

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Beijing Map | Beijing Attractions Map

The Palace Museum

The Palace Museum in Beijing, also known as the Forbidden City, was the imperial palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties. Covering 7.2 million square feet, it’s grand in scale and awe-inspiring, a place almost every first-time traveler to Beijing visits. The museum displays a vast collection of imperial artifacts, making it a must-visit for understanding the court culture of the Ming and Qing dynasties. You can walk here from Tian'anmen East Station on Line 1 of the subway.

• Address: No. 4, Jingshan Front Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing
• Opening hours: 8:30 AM-5:00 PM (Closed Mondays)

Badaling Great Wall

Badaling Great Wall is a section of the Great Wall of China, and it’s the most complete and most representative section. It’s also listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is renowned for its steep, rugged terrain. It’s recommended to take the S2 suburban railway line or the dedicated bus line to get there; the nearest subway station is Line 13’s Huoying Station.

• Address: North Entrance of the Guangou Ancient Trail, Jundu Mountain, Yanqing District, Beijing
• Opening hours: 06:30-19:30

Summer Palace

A Qing-era imperial garden renowned for Kunming Lake and Longevity Hill, just outside Beigongmen Station on Subway Line 4.

• Address: 19 Xinjian Gongmen Road, Haidian District, Beijing
• Opening hours: 6:30 AM–8:00 PM

Beijing Map | Beijing Food Map

Quanjude (Wangfujing) 全聚德 (Peking Duck):

1. • Address: 30 Qianmen St, Dongcheng District.
   • Metro: Line 1 Wangfujing Station.
   • Hours: 10:30 AM–9:00 PM.

Siji Minfu (Forbidden City Branch) 四季民福 (Peking Duck with palace views):

1. • Address: 11 Nanchizi St, Dongcheng District.
   • Metro: Line 1 Tiananmen East Station.
   • Hours: 10:30 AM–10:30 PM.

Huda Restaurant (Guijie) 胡大饭馆 (Spicy Crayfish):

1. • Address: 233 Dongzhimen Inner St, Dongcheng District.
   • Metro: Line 5 Beixinqiao Station.
   • Hours: 24/7.