Jefferson Li, Lead R Navigator at Renaissance Beijing Chaoyang Hotel and a local Beijinger, is born to enrich your Beijing trips with the city in his blood. From a classic Hutong tour, to traditional Chinese savors, to unwinding nights at local bars with amazing band shows, he is the go-to expert for advices on the city's micro haunts with a local twist.
Jefferson's Picks
Yotsuba
Sushi And Sashimi
This is a tiny, tatami-style, Japanese restaurant serving superb sushi and sashimi made from meat directly flown from Tokyo.
2 Xinzhong Jie Xi Li
Dong Zhi Men, Chao Yang
Beijing 100027
China
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Xiao Wang's Home Restaurant
Homestyle Fare
Dig into homestyle Chinese dishes like Hong Shao Rou and Spicy Laziji at this family-friendly restaurant with a rooftop park-view.
Ritan Lu
Ritan Park, Chaoyang
Beijing 100020
China
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Taj Pavilion
Desi Delicacies
Serving authentic Indian cuisine, they add tadka to Beijing's dining scene. Enjoy spicy curries, Chicken Tikkas and Samosas here.
1 Jian Guo Men Wai Avenue
China World Trade Center
Beijing 100004
China
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Cargo Club
Flashy Nightclub
Featuring a sea of neon lights, this glitzy nightclub features top international DJs. The club is very popular with expatriates.
6 Gongti Xilu
Chao Yang
Beijing 100027
China
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Den
Two Story Local Bar
Contrasting its old world styling, this club serves modern favorites beer and pizza. It's often packed with revelers all night long.
4 Gongtidong Road
Beijing 100027
China
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El Nido - Bar No. 59
Old Beijing & Belgian Brews
Hideout in one of Beijing’s historic hutongs with an absolutely peerless selection of European beers to keep you company.
59号 Fang Jia Hu Tong
Dong Cheng Qu
Beijing 100007
China
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The Wangfujing Xinhua Bookstore
Land Of Books
If you're looking for anything from an English classic, a book about Chinese culture or books for children, this should be your destination.
218 Wangfujing Dajie
Beijing 100006
China
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Shin Kong Place
Shop For Luxury
Featuring over 900 top-class international luxury brands, this department store will surely win a shopper's heart.
87 Jianguo Lu
Beijing 100025
China
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Yashow Clothing Market
Affordable Clothing
An oasis for bargain shoppers, this store has a seemingly endless supply of brand name clothing, fine silk and quality tailors.
58 Gongti Beilu
Beijing 100027
China
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Forbidden City
Chinese Heritage
Consisting of dozens of buildings and serving as a home to emperors, this is exemplary Chinese architecture that should not be missed.
4 Jingshan Qianjie
Beijing 100009
China
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Yonghe Gong
Majestic Monastery
Also known as Palace of Peace, see the three bronze Buddha statues, 500 Arhats Hall and the sandalwood statue of Maitreya Buddha.
Yonghegong Dajie 12
Beijing 100007
China
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Drum Tower
Legendary Tower
Here a drum show occurs every thirty minutes, along with various folk activities like the impression dragon and lion dance.
Di'anmen Dajie
Beijing 100000
China
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