The 798 Art Zone is an ex-industrial site turned contemporary art Valhalla. It's perfect for gallery hopping, but it's also home to a tonne of hip shops and restaurants. What more could you want?
This private, not-for-profit museum has wonderful exhibitions and inspiring events. M WOODS 798 also has a new second location in Chengdu, so you can choose one or visit both. Beijing is your oyster.
UCCA is a contemporary art institution that's home to an excellent rotating programme of exhibitions. Escape the city as you peruse the industrial-chic museum.
Pak Pak Thai Kitchen is a buzzing restaurant that locals flock to week in, week out. The dishes are authentic and spicy (but manageably so!), and the Thai-inspired cocktails are definitely unforgettable.
Don't let the subtle, simple exterior fool you. Sheng Rong Xing is all glamour. This sleek Michelin-starred spot is THE place to feast on Peking duck. Crispy. Juicy. Perfect.