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Skip silk market and head straight to zoo market (aka, the DWY), a warren of buildings packed with fashion wholesalers, across the street from the Beijing Zoo. Hardscrabble entrepreneurs from across China descend upon this fashion mecca and leave with garbage bags full of loot. You'll need a keen eye to pick out winners. No need to bargain here, prices are so low (though posing as a big-time wholesaler might garner a small discount). Avoid weekends; shops close at 4pm

Panjiayuan Antique Market is a fun place to shop or browse....I find this market to have more interesting people watching too. SE 3rd Ring Rd. No clothes here though....plenty of those at places like Zoo, Yashow, Silk Mkt, etc.

There is a website called localnoodles that has 100% user generated (untainted by paid opinions) feedback on the local markets in Beijing. I highly suggest checking this site before you go.

oh, I thinks the best is in Yansha area, many foreigners go shopping during the weekend, and if you would like to drink, the best place is Sanlitun. many bars there~~ hope you have good time in Beijing China Travel Information

Silk Street is a good place for foreigners. http://www.synotrip.com/beijing/silk-street