Looking for the best Beijing shopping mall experiences in 2025? Whether you’re into luxury fashion, local designer brands, family entertainment, or delicious street snacks, the city’s diverse mall scene has something for everyone. In this guide, we’ll take you through 10 of the top shopping malls in Beijing—each with its own unique style, highlights, and easy transport access.
These aren’t just random picks—they’re also spots that Our Beijing team member Sherry often explores, especially for weekend shopping and snack hunting. You can easily include them in your custom Our Beijing itinerary or pair them with one of our eBike tours for a fun, full day out in the city.
Located in central Beijing, Xidan Joy City is a youthful, trendy mall packed with local fashion, beauty brands, and Instagram-worthy cafes. It’s popular among students and young professionals looking for the latest styles and food trends.
Famous for its massive overhead LED sky screen, The Place is a photogenic shopping mall known for high-end fashion and scenic outdoor seating. A good stop for casual luxury and stylish bites.
One of Beijing’s most iconic lifestyle destinations. Whether you’re into fashion, food, or nightlife, Sanlitun has it all. This open-air mall features art installations, premium brands, and the city’s most diverse crowd.
Located inside the CBD, China World Mall is sleek, high-end, and elegant. From international fashion to gourmet dining, it’s a favorite among professionals and expats.
WF Central blends heritage with luxury, located near Wangfujing. Expect premium shopping alongside peaceful courtyards and hidden galleries.
Another Wangfujing favorite, apm Mall is youth-focused and tech-savvy. Think K-pop pop-ups, affordable fashion, and snack-packed food courts.
Located in northeast Beijing, Indigo is modern, spacious, and great for families. There’s a massive kids’ zone, cinema, and a peaceful park next door.
A lakeside outdoor mall perfect for strolls, Solana is a hit among couples and families. It has boutiques, cafes, and European-style architecture.
China’s top luxury mall, SKP is where you go for Gucci, Prada, and Louis Vuitton — but also immersive art and avant-garde design at SKP-S next door.
Located near Xidan, this is an old-school Beijing mall with solid local stores, cosmetics counters, and big discounts during holiday sales.
Yes! Most Beijing shopping malls accept WeChat Pay, Alipay, and increasingly international credit cards like Visa and Mastercard. Just make sure your phone is set up in advance if you plan to use mobile payments.
Definitely. The metro is efficient and affordable. Didi (like Uber) is also widely available.
Almost all of them do — ranging from Chinese snacks to international cuisines.
If you’re visiting Beijing for the first time, we recommend starting with Xidan Joy City for its fun, youthful energy and wide variety of stores. Sanlitun Taikoo Li is great for trendy international brands and people-watching. For a scenic and relaxing experience, Solana Lifestyle Shopping Park offers lakeside views, brunch spots, and boutique shopping — perfect for couples and families. You can also head just next door to the Liangma River (亮马河) for a local-style kayaking experience — a peaceful and unexpected way to explore this side of the city like a Beijinger.
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