Dongzhimen, Khanbaliq

#39 among attractions in Khanbaliq

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Dongzhimen was a gate in the old Beijing city fortifications. It is now a commercial center and transportation node in Beijing. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 39°56'28"N, 116°26'1"E

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朝阳区 (东直门)Khanbaliq China

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Dongzhimen – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Yonghe Temple, Taikoo Li Sanlitun, Beijing Dongyue Temple, Workers Stadium.

1.3 miW
Vibrant Tibetan Buddhist temple complex
Yonghe Temple, Beijing
32 min walk • Yonghe Temple, also known as the Lama Temple, is a sanctuary of serenity amidst the hustle and bustle of Beijing, China. This exquisite temple complex serves as a prominent house of worship and a remarkable example of Tibetan Buddhist architecture.
1.1 miE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Taikoo Li Sanlitun, Beijing
28 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Beijing's bustling Chaoyang District, Taikoo Li Sanlitun is a vibrant urban shopping center that stands as a beacon of modernity and style. This open-air mall, characterized by its contemporary architecture and trendy atmosphere, has become a...
1.2 miS
Temple, Buddhist temple
Beijing Dongyue Temple, Beijing
32 min walk • The Temple of the Eastern Peak in Beijing is a Taoist temple in the Chaowai area, Chaoyang District, Beijing, China. The temple is dedicated to the Great Deity of the Eastern Peak.
0.9 miSE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Workers Stadium, Beijing
23 min walk • The Workers' Stadium, often called Gongti or Gong Ti, is a multi-purpose stadium in the Chaoyang District of north-eastern Beijing, China.
0.7 miW
Temple
Tongjiao Temple, Beijing
19 min walk • Tongjiao Temple is a Buddhist temple located in Dongcheng District of Beijing. It covers an area of 700-square-metre. Now it is the only Bhikkhuni temple in Beijing. It was inscribed to the National Key Buddhist Temples in Han Chinese Area's list in 1983.
0.7 miS
Sport venue, Sport
Workers Indoor Arena, Beijing
19 min walk • The Workers' Gymnasium is an indoor arena located west of the Workers' Stadium in Beijing, China. It was inaugurated in 1961 for the 26th World Table Tennis Championships. It hosted the boxing events at the 2008 Summer Olympics and the Judo events at the 2008 Summer Paralympics.
0.6 miS
Concerts and shows, Theater, Concert hall
Poly Theatre, Beijing
15 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.
1.1 miW
Buddhist architecture, Temple
Bailin Temple, Beijing
28 min walk • The Bailin Temple, also known as the "Monastery of the Cypress Grove", is a 14th century Tibetan Buddhist temple and monastery located in Beijing, China.
0.9 miS
Mosque
Nandouya Mosque, Khanbaliq
23 min walk • The Nandouya Mosque is a mosque in Dongcheng District, Beijing, China.
1.1 miW
Specialty museum, Museum
Guozijian, Beijing
30 min walk • The Beijing Guozijian, located on Guozijian Street in Beijing, China, was China's national university during the Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties, and the last Guozijian of China. Most of the Beijing Guozijian's buildings were built during the Ming Dynasty and it remains an important heritage site in China.
1.2 miW
Street
Guozijian Street, Beijing
31 min walk • Guozijian Street, formerly known as Chengxian Street, is a street in Dongcheng District, Beijing. It is listed as an important historical site. The Beijing Guozijian, dating to 1306, and a Temple of Confucius, built in 1302, are located in this street. The Yonghe Temple is located next to its east entrance.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Dongzhimen?

Nearby attractions include Poly Theatre, Beijing (15 min walk), Tongjiao Temple, Beijing (19 min walk), Beixinqiao Subdistrict, Khanbaliq (21 min walk), Sanlitun, Khanbaliq (23 min walk).

How to get to Dongzhimen by public transport?

The nearest stations to Dongzhimen:

Bus

东直门枢纽站 • Lines: 3 (4 min walk)
东直门 • Lines: 117, 131, 206, 24, 413, 635, 688, 850, 850快, 909, 916, 918, 923, 935, 935快, 955, 966, 970, 987 (5 min walk)

Metro

Dongzhimen • Lines: 13, 2, L1 (7 min walk)
Dongsi Shitiao • Lines: 2 (18 min walk)