Lonely Planet Pocket Beijing (Lonely Planet. Pocket Beijing) (5 POC)

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Beijing - and discover twice the city in half the time! Discover Beijing's most popular experiences, must-see attractions, and unexpected surprises - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - with our handy-sized Pocket travel guide. From climbing the gravity-defying Great Wall, to making an offering at Lama Temple, and sifting through strings of freshwater pearls at the Hongqiao Pearl Market. Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Pocket Beijing Travel Guide: Our Pocket guidebook format provides you with the best insider knowledge and local know-how for planning trips between 1 - 7 days  Find what you're looking for fast with this guide's all-new structure and design and navigate Beijing with ease  Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and Summer Palace Exciting Three Perfect Days itineraries help you to create your ideal trip with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities to match your passions  Find the local vibe on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each neighbourhood's personality and get you to those 'don't miss' sights  Discover 'A Few Surprises' in a new feature that showcases Beijing's best kept secrets and rising trends  Navigate public transport confidently with clear instructions and tips in our 'Getting Around' section Make quick travel decisions using 'Trip Planning' pages that include top pick lists and tips about what to book in advance  Eat, drink, and shop like a local with extensive listings of the top restaurants, bars, markets, and street vendors Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel  Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of Beijing Covers: Forbidden City & Dongcheng Central; Drum Tower