Established in 1956, Baihua Art is our longstanding go-to for anything creative. Wedged into the row of art supply and framing stores on Wusi Dajie, across from the National Art Museum, it’s loaded with every kind of pencil, pen and paint set you could want.

Brands range from Stabilo and Faber-Castell to more specialised names like Pébéo. Don’t miss the cosy side-room packed with every size of calligraphy brushes and traditional Chinese inks and paper. The entire staff seems a few decades older than the store, so expect very sweet, but unhurried service.

Address: 10 Wusi Dajie, Dongcheng District 北京市东城区五四大街10号

Source: timeoutbeijing.com