24 hours in Beijing

9:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. -- Wangfujing Night Market

Wangfujing Night Market. [Photo/lan27.com]

This is something you won't want to miss. This market is one of the most famous shopping streets in Beijing. When you first walk in to the market you will see the Snack Street, known for the exotic foods, such as Scorpion on a stick, tarantella, starfish, dog, and even snake. The vendors are persuasive but very interested in selling their food, so stand your ground and stick to your price while bargaining. If you are on a budget, make sure you only bring what you want to spend, because the street's energy will make you more eager to spend. It is one of the more traditional areas in Beijing and the street is one of the few exclusively pedestrian streets.

Address: Wangfujing business street, Wangfujing, Dongcheng district.

Wangfujing Night Market. [Photo/lan27.com]

Tips:

Time needed: 1 hour

Entry Fee: Free

Operating hours: 10 a.m. to 1:30 a.m.

Directions: Take Subway Line 1 to Wangfujing stop

11 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. -- Dragonfly Spa

Dragonfly Spa. [Photo/Dragonfly.net.cn]

Beijing is a huge city, and after trying to see as much as you can during the day, it is time to relax. The Dragonfly Spa is the perfect place to go and soak in all of what Beijing has to offer. It is located just a few blocks away from the Wangfujing Market and the Forbidden City. Fortunately for those who don't speak Mandarin, their friendly staff speaks English. There are massage, nail, waxing, and facial services available. Once you are finished, you will be ready to take on another 24 hours in Beijing!

Tips:

Time needed: 1.5 hours

Entry fee: Ranges from US$15 to US$40 for massage only. Between US$85 to US$175 for massage, beauty or detox packages.

Operating hours: 10 a.m. to 1:00 a.m.

Address: Dragonfly at Forbidden City

No. 60 Donghuamen Ave., Dong Cheng district, Beijing

北京市東城區東華門60號

Reservations: (86 10) 6527 9368