Top Shopping Streets in Beijing for Unforgettable Retail Experiences

Forget sightseeing; you could spend a week shopping in Beijing. From frenzied markets selling everything from cheap clothing to pearls, to lovely laid-back alleys full of quaint shops, and international retail, Beijing offers a shopping paradise. Explore some of our favorite shopping spots below.

Panjiayuan Antiques Market

Beijing Antique Market (Panjiayuan Flea Market)
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Address: VFG4+4J2, Hua Wei Lu, Chao Yang Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China, 100164

Description: Everything you’ve ever dreamed of owning from China and more. Life-sized terracotta warriors? A scorpion encased in clear plastic? They have it all, including pearls, old Peking Opera costumes, and much more.

Liulichang Street

Wooden and paper souvenir figures on sale at a shop in a street in Liulichang, Peking, China.
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Address: Liu Li Chang Dong Jie, Xi Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China, 100031

Description: An outdoor alley filled with shops in an old neighborhood, showcasing curio, books, tea, and antiques.

Nan Luo Gu Xiang

View down Nanluoguxiang in 2011.
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Address: Nan Luo Gu Xiang, Dong Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China, 100009

Description: A hip alley featuring backpacker cafes, unique shops, and great eats, creating a vibrant atmosphere for shoppers.

Sanlitun Village Shops

Beijing Sanlitun at night
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Address: Sanlitun, Chaoyang, Beijing, China, 100027

Description: A modern development filled with international brand-name stores, offering a different shopping experience compared to traditional markets.

Hong Qiao Pearl Market

Hong Qiao Pearl Market
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Address: Hongmei Lu 3721, 长宁区 China, 201103

Description: The go-to location for pearl shopping in Beijing, featuring a multitude of other goods that will delight all shoppers, not just those looking for pearls.

Yandai Xiejie (Old Pipe Street)

West entrance of Yandai Xiejie Street
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Address: Yan Dai Xie Jie, Xi Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China

Description: An delightful outdoor shopping alley located in an old neighborhood, perfect for antiques and unique items.

Xiushui (Silk Street Market)

Chinese silk fabrics
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Address: Xiu Shui Dong Jie, Chao Yang Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China, 100020

Description: A shopping mall packed with stalls selling affordable knock-offs and various items, albeit with a bustling atmosphere.


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