Beijing Fang

北京坊

Beijing Wangfu is a new cultural landmark in Beijing. Hutong is the most familiar expression for Beijingers. Beijing Wangfu has preserved and continued important land veins such as Langfang Toutiao, Langfang Ertiao, Menkuang Hutong, Sanfu Hutong, etc., to protect and reshape the original historical appearance of the local area to the greatest extent, showing the collision of ancient charm and fashion in Beijing.
There are many landscape and cultural places designed in the open blocks of Beijing Fang. The central building, Beijing Quanyechang, has three floors above ground and one floor underground. There are three atriums in the depth direction of the interior, and three-story corridors around it. The street facade is Baroque, and the entrance is a Western-style door cover. The second and third floors are decorated with pilasters, window frames and balconies, and the eaves are parapets. The interior decoration is exquisite. It is the first building in Beijing with a box elevator and a playground. It was once known as the "No. 1 Commercial Building in Beijing."

Introduction

  • Attraction Location: 88 Dengshikou Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing, China (北京市东城区灯市口大街88号)

  • History: Beijing Fang (北京坊) is a modern redevelopment of Beijing’s historical commercial area. It integrates the old architectural style of Beijing’s hutongs with contemporary retail, dining, and cultural spaces. The area reflects the evolution of Beijing’s urban culture while preserving traditional architectural elements.
  • Architecture: The architecture blends traditional Beijing courtyard-style buildings (四合院) with modern glass-fronted shops and open public plazas. Many restored alleys maintain the charm of old Beijing streets.
  • Cultural Value: It serves as a cultural and lifestyle hub, showcasing Beijing’s mix of heritage and modernity. It hosts cultural exhibitions, performances, and seasonal events, making it an ideal place to experience local traditions and contemporary urban life.
  • Other Information: Popular among tourists and locals alike, Beijing Fang combines shopping, dining, and cultural exploration in a compact area. Its layout encourages walking tours and photography.

Visiting Information

  • Opening Hours: 10:00–22:00 (Monday–Sunday)

  • Contact Number: +86 10 6522 8888
  • Ticket Price: Free entry; charges may apply for specific cultural events or exhibitions
  • Best Photo Spots: Central plaza (中心广场), Restored alleys (修复胡同), Rooftop views of Beijing Fang (屋顶景观)
  • Time Reference: 1–2 hours for casual stroll, 3–4 hours to shop and dine extensively
  • Other Info: Evening visits are recommended for vibrant night lighting and live performances. Some shops and cafes offer traditional tea ceremonies and cultural workshops.

Where to Sleep (Nearby Hotels & Stays)

  • Luxury: Beijing Hotel NUO (北京诺金酒店) – 1.5 km, five-star, historic luxury experience
  • Mid-range: Novotel Beijing Peace (北京诺富特和平宾馆) – 2 km, modern facilities with central location
  • Budget & Boutique: Beijing Downtown Backpackers Accommodation (北京城中背包客栈) – 1 km, cozy, affordable, ideal for young travelers

What & Where to Eat

  • Must-Try Dishes: Peking Duck (北京烤鸭), Zhajiangmian (炸酱面), Beijing-style snacks (北京小吃)
  • Famous Spots: Da Dong Roast Duck (大董烤鸭, 1.2 km), Jing Yaa Tang (京雅堂, 1.5 km), Local hutong cafés (胡同咖啡馆, scattered in alleys)

What Souvenirs to Buy

  • Traditional Beijing handicrafts (京味手工艺品)
  • Tea sets and teas (茶具与茶叶)
  • Local snacks packaged for travel (北京特色小吃)
  • Arts and crafts from exhibitions (展览工艺品)

Transportation

  • By Subway: Line 1 → Wangfujing Station (王府井站) → 10-minute walk to Beijing Fang
  • By Bus: Buses 5, 20, 25 → Dengshikou Stop (灯市口站) → Walk 3–5 minutes
  • By Taxi/Car: Approximately 15–25 minutes from Beijing Railway Station, depending on traffic
  • By Bicycle: Bike-share stations nearby allow for scenic exploration of the hutong streets

Nearby Attractions

  • Tiananmen Square (天安门广场) – 1.5 km, reachable via subway Line 1 to Tiananmen East Station (天安门东站)
  • Wangfujing Street (王府井大街) – 0.8 km, walkable through main streets or alleys
  • Beijing Hotel NUO courtyard (北京诺金酒店庭院) – 1.5 km, short walk

Tips for Visitors

  • Wear comfortable shoes for walking through the alleys and plazas
  • Visit in the evening for cultural performances and illuminated streets
  • Check schedules for workshops, exhibitions, and seasonal events
  • Photography is allowed, but respect private business areas
  • Combine shopping, dining, and cultural exploration for a full experience
  • Try local snacks at smaller alley vendors for authentic flavors
  • Plan at least 2–3 hours to fully enjoy the area

Recommended itineraries

  • Half-Day Cultural & Shopping Tour:
    Beijing Fang → Walk alleys and courtyard → Tea tasting → Snack exploration → Return to hotel
  • Full-Day Historical & Cultural Tour:
    D1 – Beijing Fang → Wangfujing Street → Lunch → Tiananmen Square → Forbidden City → Evening return via subway
  • Two-Day Beijing Experience:
    D1 – Beijing Fang → Da Dong Roast Duck lunch → Explore surrounding hutongs → Night visit to Wangfujing
    D2 – Jingshan Park → Beihai Park → Houhai Lake area → Evening return via taxi/subway

User Reviews

By WinKing |

The Beijing Wang project is located in the northeast corner of the Dashilan Historical and Cultural Protection Area in Xicheng District. It stretches from Meishi Street in the west to Zhubao Street in the east, from Xiheyan Street in the north to Langfang Ertiao in the south, covering a total area of ​​33,000 square meters. It is a cluster of buildings consisting of nearly 50 old and new buildings, with Quanyechang, a national cultural relic protection site, as the core. The first phase of the project, which was completed and opened in early 2017, has a total of 17 buildings. The business format mainly consists of four parts: theme dining, art and culture, experience interaction, and boutique life. For details, please refer to China-TravelNote Travel Notes: http://www.mafengwo.cn/i/12050474.html?h=78753438

By Courtney |

Beijing Wangfu is a commercial area that just opened in 2017, right next to Qianmen Street. The traffic is not as much as Qianmen Old Street, and it is mainly young people. There are many Internet celebrity stores, PageOne Bookstore, Starbucks Select Flagship Store (you need to queue to enter the store, so I gave up!), and MUJI Hotel are all good

By Shan 🐲🐒 |

Qianmen Beijing Fang is a good place with good food and fun. It perfectly integrates elegance and fashion with the old Hutong streets. There are snacks such as fried tripe and fried sausage, as well as fashionable restaurants such as Beiping Garden. There are many sculptures, folk customs and snacks on Qianmen Street.

By Fantasy. |

The high-end shopping district near Qianmen has many luxury stores as well as affordable bookstores.

By Wandering Sleeper |

Beijing Wang is mainly a place for selling things. There are some specialty shops, bookstores and cafes. The overall feeling is pretty good.

By _MrQing_ |

It feels like the most recent place to love! If compared with Shanghai, it would probably be a place similar to Xintiandi.

By Ariel |

Great business district. Coming from the front gate, it's like entering another world, modern and fashionable. There are many buildings from the Republic of China, mixed together, very beautiful

By I love shopping |

A new check-in spot, next to Dashilan, Xianyukou, and Qianmen. It is convenient to visit the scenery of Qianmen after visiting the Forbidden City.

By horse |

There are so many people here. There are so many people here.

By Monchichi |

I happened to pass by here. There is Starbucks, MUJI, Watsons, and a few delicious restaurants in the basement. It is a good place to buy some travel equipment, sunglasses, hats, makeup remover, and parasols. It feels a bit like a maze.

By Lushan Shenglongba |

On the west side of Qianmen Street outside the Zhengyangmen Archway, the newly built Beijing Wangfu is the latest popular check-in area for Internet celebrities. It brings together many Internet celebrity elements such as PAGE ONE, Starbucks Workshop, MUJI Hotel, Beijing Garden, etc., becoming a new must-visit attraction on Qianmen Street.

By Add 3 carriages No. 118 |

After the failed renovation of Qianmen Street, another major renovation! This time, it has been transformed into a modern style and is very popular among young people. There are many new stores settled in, you can go around

By Crazy Swim |

It is a new area in Qianmen that combines Chinese and Western styles. A large number of specialty stores are here, including PAGE ONE Bookstore, MUJI Hotel, Harrods Yingyuan, Voyage Coffee, Starbucks flagship store, etc. Unfortunately, I arrived late and most of them were almost closed. I guess this will also be a leisure and check-in base for many people in summer.

By John |

There is a newly built shopping district along the Xihe River of Qianmen Street, but overall the business atmosphere is not very strong.

By Anna sauce 🔆 |

Qianmen is very quiet at night, not as noisy as Xidan Wangfujing. The newly opened Beijing Wangfu is worth a visit. I recommend pageone, Starbucks Reserve, Muji Hotel, and Beiping Garden (if you want to dine, you must make a reservation three or four days in advance)

By Wine. |

The place I arrived at on the day of my departure was too short to stay here. In fact, it is worth a good visit. There are many sensible shops and various alleys next to it. I think I can spend a whole day here.

By Invincible Little Ningning |

Beijing is still not mature enough to build this kind of commercial district, which is far from comparable to Shanghai Xintiandi. The design and grade are much worse. For the same merchant, take Starbucks for example. If you have been to the Starbucks in Shanghai Xingye, the one in Beijing Wang can only be described as simple. However, the atmosphere next to it still has some elements of old Beijing and some flavor. Beijing is not a place that leads trends and fashion. Its advantages are still reflected in the accumulation of cultural history. Therefore, it is the right way to explore the old Beijing culture, the imperial city culture and the canal culture, and give full play to the advantages.

By babudolee |

The renovated characteristic commercial district, the old Qianmen commercial district that was in decline in the past, has been completely renovated. New fashion elements have been added, and the old architectural style of the Republic of China has been re-used to create new fashion elements. An old song has been given a new chapter. I like Muji Hotel Beijing, Starbucks Select, One Page Bookstore, and various fancy restaurants.

By Meter |

We took a taxi to Beijing Wang. Beijing Wang had just opened not long ago. The taxi lady was a little confused as to whether this place existed. Hahaha, it is also a place that is particularly suitable for taking photos, with many Internet celebrity shops.

By Kooky Daddy |

Beijing Wangfu is close to Qianmen Street and Dashilan, but there are really few people. Just a few steps away from the bustling commercial street, it feels like entering a paradise, quiet and beautiful.

By Wangfu Hill |

It is a pity that all of them are fake scenes created later. Although they are new and beautiful, they are far inferior to the charm of the old Qianmen street scene. They are like movie sets and are hard to stop looking at.

By Gong Xiaochu |

Discovering Beijing Wang was a big surprise. This newly opened place has so many surprises. Page One and Starbucks Reserve are all located here, as well as a number of delicious places such as Juqi. It is close to Qianmen and the transportation is very convenient. You can do whatever you want. Apart from the above, Beijing Wang itself is also a good place for licenses. Many buildings are very distinctive and worth a visit!

By Tonne |

It feels like 798. The photos are not good. It will be more beautiful in person. It is very suitable for taking pictures. It will be better during the day.

By Follow me everywhere |

Beijing Wang is a cultural estate built under the name of "cultural industry" on the basis of old city reconstruction. Seven architects created eight new buildings along the street with Qianmen Quanyechang as the center. It is also a brand new "Chinese lifestyle experience area".

By Daxuanzi's Travels |

A strong Barlotti style, guarded by security guards, you may not be able to get in, just try your luck

Beijing Wang commercial district is very good to visit

By Haitao |

The internet-famous "Yingyuan" afternoon tea and "Beiping Garden" restaurant, as well as the later-opened "Starbucks" flagship store, are all located here. It has gradually become a new generation of internet-famous photo-taking and eating destination in Beijing! Beijing Wang is also a great place to take your kids out, and it's worth spending a day to experience it.

By Xiaoyan |

The muji hotel in Beijing Fang and the photo-taking spots everywhere made me fall in love with it🤠🤪

By Babaomei |

Beijing Wang is like a small 798, a small cultural district.

By Galloping Mule |

Compared to the crowded Dashilan, Beijing Wang is much quieter. As a new landmark of Beijing culture, Beijing Wang is a commercial building that showcases the ancient charm and cultural collision of the capital. It is a suitable place for taking photos.

By The Prince's New Clothes |

A group of Beijing (antique) buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties. Its main function now is a cultural and creative space. There are many interesting exhibitions from time to time, and there is also a very good Page One bookstore.

By @Leesplace |

Qianmen Street has always lacked high-end businesses. As Beijing vacates non-capital functions, a large number of low-end businesses in Qianmen area have been renovated. Beijing Fang is a place for petty bourgeoisie to relax in Qianmen area with a good environment. There is also the first MUJI hotel in China here.

By web |

It's very unique, nice! The store and the building are very tasteful

By Keep walking |

Beijing Wang is a large area near Qianmen, which is a multifunctional complex covering accommodation, food, shopping, exhibitions, entertainment, etc. Although it has been completed for many days, many shops are still closed or have not been introduced yet.

During the day and at night, the buildings in Beijing Wang give people two different feelings. It is nice to just wander around here. The only drawback is that it is too winding, like a maze, with winding roads that make it difficult to walk through it in one go.

There will be exhibitions at irregular intervals, and there will be spray cooling in the summer, but there is too much combination of indoor and outdoor, and it is not very comfortable with the alternating heat and cold.

Currently, the most popular places are cinemas and casinos. The Muji Hotel has just opened recently, so the popularity here should increase.