What's Xuanwu like?
In Xuanwu, you may want to appreciate the historical sites and temples. You can take some time to enjoy this walkable neighbourhood's rich culture. Learn about local heritage at landmarks such as Tianning Temple and Xibianmen Watchtower. There's plenty more to see, including Beijing Museum of Natural History and Baiyun Guan.
How to get to Xuanwu
Xuanwu is located 2.5 mi (4 km) from the heart of Beijing.
Flying to:
- Beijing (PEK-Capital Intl.), 18.5 mi (29.7 km) from Xuanwu
- Beijing (PKX-Daxing Intl.), 26.2 mi (42.1 km) from Xuanwu
Getting to Xuanwu on the metro
Stations in the neighbourhood include:
- Guang'anmennei Station
- Guang'anmen Station
- Niujie Station
Things to see and do in and around Xuanwu
What to see in Xuanwu
- Tianning Temple
- Xibianmen Watchtower
- Baiyun Guan
- Beijing Financial Street
- Lize Financial Business District
Things to do in Xuanwu
- Beijing Museum of Natural History
- Maliandao Tea Street
- National Centre for the Performing Arts
- XiDan Shopping District
- Dashilan Street
Other popular Xuanwu attractions
- Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
- Qianmen Street
- Lingjing Hutong
- Great Hall of the People
- Yongdingmen
