Remarkable modern decor, imaginatively presented dishes and very fine tea.

54, Tayuancun, near East gate of the Workers’ Stadium; Tel; 6468 5903

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Located in Beihai Park, once an imperial garden, the restaurant offers exquisite imperial food of former Qing Dynasty. Waitresses in period garb lead you to the dining room, which is splendid, with high painted ceilings and traditional Chinese art. 200-300 rmb per person.

Beihai Park, near the east gate; Tel: 010 6401 1879

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Just a few decades ago this was almost the only accommodation for foreign tourists. Today, it is still the hotel of choice for visiting statesmen so expect to pay through the nose. Prices start at $180 to $9,000.

33 Chang’anjie street, Dongcheng District; Tel: 86-10-6513 7766; Nearest metro: Wangfujing; www.chinabeijinghotel.com.cn/

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