Beijing

Lonely Planet's Pocket Beijing is your guide to the city's best experiences and local life - neighbourhood by neighbourhood. Explore the Great Wall, immerse yourself in the Forbidden City, or watch the flag-raising ceremony at Tiananmen Square.; all with your trusted travel companion. Uncover the best of Beijing and make the most of your trip!Inside Lonely Planet's Pocket Beijing :Full-colour maps and travel photography throughoutHighlights and itineraries help you tailor a trip to your personal needs and interestsInsider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spotsEssential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, pricesHonest reviews for all budgets - eating, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks missConvenient pull-out Beijing map (included in print version), plus over 15 colour neighbourhood mapsUser-friendly layout with helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your timeCovers the Forbidden City and Dongcheng North, the Summer Palace and Haidian, Beihai Park and Xicheng, South Chaoyang, and the Temple of Heaven Park and Dongcheng South.The Perfect Choice:Lonely Planet's Pocket Beijing , an easy-to-use guide filled with top experiences - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - that literally fits in your pocket. Make the most of a quick trip to Beijing with trusted travel advice to get you straight to the heart of the city.