It was a good experience. There are pearls of all sort- the obvious fake to may be genuine. And silk , handbags, electronics. The top floor shops do not accommodate much bargaining but they will also definitely lower the price - a lot . The top floor shops are decent and helpful. Ground, first and second floors are all for bargaining. Mindy Jewelry is a nice place with both fresh and saltwater real pearls. They speak English well too. There are some nice shops in ground floor too (eg: no. 94 & 86) where you can get good price for silk through bargaining. The silk might not be 100% but there are beautiful designs.

There are all sorts of goods for sale at this market. Expect to bargain, as the initial price is typically 20% to 50% higher than the final selling price. If you can’t tell fake knockoff jewelry from the real thing, it is best not to make your purchase at the Pearl Market, unless you are paying the price for knockoffs.

The place got good street food options in the basement. Bargaining is the key to success here. The shopkeepers are good in English but offer lower prices for locals. The products are all fake and the prices tend to vary from shop to shop.

The pearl market has nearly returned to its pre-covid form, with purses, watches, electronics, eyewear, jewelry, clothing, toys and souvenirs. Do your research before you go, and have photos saved to your phone because your Google won't work in China. If you want Gucci sneakers or a particular Chanel or Louis Vuitton or Burberry purse, have a photo and they will find it. You want the "good quality," which by every known measure is indiscernible from the real deal (you can research this too). If possible, know the number or location of reputable vendors - if you don't know, flight crews often know. If you know where you are going, you'll be bothered a little less as you walk around. Check out the really cool electronics - kids thermal cameras, smart watches, drones, robot speakers. This is my favorite place to shop in Beijing! It is just north of the Tiantandongman metro stop and across the street. The vendors are good at English, prices are negotiable.

For us this was a 3.8 km walk but certainly worth the time and effort. Los of things to discover along the way. There are 2 sections one is just jewelry whilst the other has a selection of other goods. Stall holders are friendly and willing to negotiate.

Our 4th visit to Beijing and it is very noticeable that the market scene, bar Bairong market, is on the decline. If you’re going to visit and shop at markets, we recommend skipping this and going to Bairong. Bairong has better prices, less tourists, way more locals shopping there and Bairong’s size would have to be 4 times bigger than this and the Silk market