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Best Museums in Beijing

Beijing is home to 5 world-class museums. From ancient collections to contemporary art, here is your complete guide with opening hours, prices, and directions.

Exterior of the National Museum of China Free Entry

National Museum of China

Flanking the eastern side of Tiananmen Square, it is one of the largest museums in the world.

Admission
Free admission with valid ID
Founded
2003
Palace Museum (Forbidden City) in Beijing

Palace Museum (Forbidden City)

The imperial palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties, now China's most-visited museum.

Admission
60 CNY standard admission
Founded
1925
National Art Museum of China in Beijing Free Entry

National Art Museum of China

China's national gallery of modern and contemporary art, in a 1963 ceremonial pavilion in Dongcheng.

Admission
Free standard admission
Founded
1963
Capital Museum in Beijing Free Entry

Capital Museum

The principal museum of Beijing's history and culture, with a striking elliptical bronze hall.

Admission
Free standard admission
Founded
1981
UCCA Center for Contemporary Art in Beijing

UCCA Center for Contemporary Art

China's leading independent contemporary art institution, in a former factory in the 798 Art District.

Admission
100 CNY standard admission
Founded
2007

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