Dongcheng District, Beijing

Name: Dongcheng District
Address: Beijing, China

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The Dongcheng District of Beijing covers the eastern half of Beijing's urban core, including all of the eastern half of the Old City inside of the 2nd Ring Road with the northernmost extent crossing into the area within the 3rd Ring Road. Its 40.6 km² area is further subdivided into 17 subdistricts. ()

Local name: 东城区 Area: 16.15 mi²Coordinates: 39°55'38"N, 116°24'36"E

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东城区 (张自忠路)Beijing China

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Dongcheng District – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Wangfujing, Jingshan Park, Palace of Tranquil Longevity, St. Joseph's Church.

1.1 miS
Street, Shopping district, Shopping
Wangfujing, Beijing
29 min walk • Wangfujing is Beijing's most famous shopping district, renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and a wide array of retail options. This bustling pedestrian street is located in the Dongcheng District and has been a commercial hub since the middle of the Ming Dynasty.
1 miW
City vistas and lush landscapes
Jingshan Park, Beijing
27 min walk • Jingshan Park, a verdant oasis amidst the urban landscape of Beijing, stands as a testament to the city's historical legacy and its dedication to preserving natural beauty. This imperial garden, located directly north of the Forbidden City, was originally the private...
1 miSW
Palace
Palace of Tranquil Longevity, Beijing
27 min walk • Nestled within the grandeur of the Forbidden City in Beijing, the Palace of Tranquil Longevity stands as a testament to imperial elegance and the rich cultural heritage of China. This serene complex, known in Mandarin as Ningshougong, was constructed during the...
0.8 miS
Church
St. Joseph's Church, Beijing
21 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Beijing, China, St. Joseph's Church stands as a serene oasis amid the bustling city streets. Known to locals as the Wangfujing Church or Dongtang, this Roman Catholic church is a testament to the city's rich tapestry of cultural and religious...
1.1 miSW
Palace, Architecture, Historical place
Palace of Earthly Tranquility, Beijing
30 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Beijing, the Palace of Earthly Tranquility is a historic gem within the renowned Forbidden City. This significant building, once the imperial residence of the Qing dynasty empresses, is a testament to China's rich cultural tapestry...
~1090 ftS
Expansive museum for Chinese artwork
National Art Museum of China, Beijing
6 min walk • The National Art Museum of China is located at 1 Wusi Ave, Dongcheng District, Beijing, People's Republic of China. It is one of the largest art museums in China, and is funded by the Ministry of Culture.
1 miS
Shopping, Shopping centre
Beijing apm, Beijing
25 min walk • Beijing apm, also known as Xindong'an Plaza, is a shopping mall and office building at Wangfujing, Beijing, China. It is a commercial property developed by Sun Hung Kai Properties. It has a total area of 120,000 m2.
1.1 miNW
Nightlife
Great Leap Brewing, Khanbaliq
28 min walk • Great Leap Brewing operates four brewpubs in Beijing, two in the Dongcheng District and two in the Chaoyang District. It makes and sells a wide range of beers at those locations, popular both with the city's Western expatriate community and younger Chinese drinkers interested in an alternative product.
0.9 miSW
Palace
Hall of the Supreme Principle, Khanbaliq
24 min walk • Hall of the Supreme Principle is one of the Six Western Palaces of the Forbidden City, which used to be residences of imperial concubines. The palace is western to the Palace of Eternal Longevity, northern to the Palace of Eternal Spring, southern to the Hall of Mental Cultivation. They are all found in Beijing, China.
1.2 miSW
Palace, Architecture, Historical place
Hall of Union, Beijing
30 min walk • The Hall of Union is a building in the Forbidden City, in Beijing, China. It stands between the Palace of Heavenly Purity and the Palace of Earthly Tranquility. These three halls together constitute the centre of the Inner Court of the palace complex.
1.1 miE
Concerts and shows, Theater, Concert hall
Poly Theatre, Beijing
29 min walk • The New Beijing Poly Plaza was completed in 2007. It was designed for the China Poly Group Corporation to serve as their new corporate headquarters, as well as a mix of commercial and cultural uses. It is located in Beijing, China northeast of the Forbidden City.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Dongcheng District?

Nearby attractions include China/Avant-Garde Exhibition, Khanbaliq (4 min walk), National Art Museum of China, Beijing (6 min walk), Dongsi Mosque, Beijing (10 min walk), Dongsi Subdistrict, Khanbaliq (11 min walk).

How to get to Dongcheng District by public transport?

The nearest stations to Dongcheng District:

Metro

Dongsi • Lines: 5, 6 (8 min walk)
Zhangzizhonglu • Lines: 5 (10 min walk)

Bus

张自忠路 • Lines: 3, 4 (9 min walk)
美术馆北 • Lines: 2 (10 min walk)