Silk Street Market
Named for its impressive selection of pure silk, the Silk Street Market, located in the heart of the Central Business District, is one of Beijing’s most beloved clothing markets. The sprawling three-story building is comprised of two floors of accessories, clothing, and shoes, and one floor of souvenirs. Locals looking for designer luxuries – belts, clothing, jackets, handbags, shoes, you name it – at a third of the original price flock to the Silk Street Market. So, if you’re looking for a clothing market with large variety and an opportunity to barter, then the Silk Street Market is the place to shop for you!
Silk Street Market, 8 Xiushui Dongjie, Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District, Beijing, China
Xidan Commerical Street
Located in the heart of Beijing’s Xicheng District, Xidan Commercial Street is a shopaholic’s dream – store after store lines the street, offering a selection of places to shop that is hard to beat. Contrary to the shopping culture of some of Beijing’s other clothing markets, the Xidan Commerical Street is not a place to barter for desired goods. The shops that make up this clothing market are mostly storefronts offering locally supplied goods or brand name storefronts that have established themselves in Beijing’s growing fashion market. Best suited for shoppers looking for little-to-no knock-off goods and more global storefronts is Xidan Commercial Street.
Xidan Commercial Street, No. 176 Xidan North Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, China
Hongqiao Pearl Market
Can you guess what this clothing market is known for just by looking at its name? Yes, the Hongqiao Pearl Market is best known for its massive selection of precious pearls. Similar to the Silk Street Market in layout, the Hongqiao Pearl Market is a multi-story market offering buyers everything from clothing to pearls to Chinese trinkets. The market is located just across the street from the Temple of Heaven, and boasts an impressive view of the famous landmark’s rooftop from its third floor – tourists couldn’t ask for anything more! With its spacious layout filled with an extraordinary selection of designer goods waiting to be bartered for, the Hongqiao Pearl Market continues to prove itself as one of Beijing’s best clothing markets.
Hongqiao Pearl Market, 46 Hongqiao Lu, Dongcheng District, Beijing, China
Wudaokou Clothing Market
Located practically on campus, the Wudaokou Clothing Market is a favorite for students and Beijingers willing to travel a bit off the beaten path to shop. Due to its close proximity to Wudaokou’s universities, a majority of the shoppers at this clothing market are students on a budget – this works in favor for other budget shoppers, as the clothing tends to be a bit cheaper here than elsewhere, and bartering is totally acceptable. Selling everything from accessories to knock-off clothing, the Wudaokou Clothing Market is a great place to find essential, reasonably priced clothing with which to spruce up your wardrobe.
Dashilan’r
Dashilan, pronounced dashilan’r with the Beijinger ‘r,’ is a street and shopping center located in Beijing’s Xicheng District. Dashilan’r is not only home to some of the city’s best coffee shops, but also to some of the city’s best shopping. This particular clothing market is comprised from a series of storefronts that line the shopping center – brand name, foreign shops can be found here, boasting titles such as Sephora and Tissot, but the main shopping attractions are the market’s more historic and traditional shops. For a diverse clothing market selling anything from modern makeup trends to traditional silk dresses, Dashilan’r is definitely a must.
Dashilan, Dazhalan Shopping Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, China
Korean Fashion Market
For all of the latest Korean fashion trends, the Korean Fashion Market is your one-stop shop! Known for its reasonably priced clothing and (mostly) easygoing vendors, this clothing market sets itself apart from others for a handful of reasons. Unlike other clothing markets in Beijing, the Korean Fashion Market is virtually a barter-free zone – due to the clothing’s already low prices, the vendors here are less up for making a deal, although you can always give it a shot! Also setting this clothing market apart from others is its inventory – selling wardrobe essentials – clothing, shoes, and some cosmetics – the Korean Fashion Market does not offer a variety of electronics and other one-off items. All-in-all, if you’re looking for well-priced clothing in a more laid-back environment, the Korean Fashion Market is certainly a shopping must!
Korean Fashion Market, 1/F, Dongsheng Dasha, Chengfu Lu, Haidian District, Beijing, China
Tianyi Market
Highly unassuming from the outside, this holiday-themed clothing market looks misleading, but is one of the best places to shop in the city! The Tianyi Market is well-established, having survived over 20 years of shoppers, and continues to make a name for itself with its diverse inventory. Shopping at the Tianyi Market is far from your average clothing market shopping experience – the massive shopping complex is maze-like with racks and shelves selling everything from holiday decorations to fashion must-haves. At the Tianyi Market, prospective buyers should expect to not leave emptyhanded – with the clothing market’s wonderful selection of accessories and clothing and its fun decorations, passing up a purchase is difficult.
Tianyi Market, 259 Fuchengmen Waidajie, Xicheng District, Beijing, China
