Sophisticated and slick (in a good way!), MO Bar at the Mandarin Oriental is pretty ideal whether you want a late-night drink or are keen to begin the evening with a cocktail on the terrace. Prepare yourself for jaw-dropping views of the Forbidden City.

If you're shopping on Wangfujing (let's call it the Rodeo Drive of Beijing), pop inside the Guardian Art Centre. This hybrid cultural institution seamlessly weaves the city's traditional charm with its buzzing urban energy. 

Wangfujing Avenue is certainly the most well-known, thriving shopping street in Beijing. After you've rifled through the racks and found a treasure or two, snap up some delicious Chinese street food.

Concerts, dramas, operas, ballets and shows. The National Centre for the Performing Arts has it all! Check out their website and choose from the plethora of options.