Beijing：National Museum of China ticket
Overview
Mobile ticket
The National Museum of China (NMC) is one of the biggest and most important museums in the world, located at the heart of Beijing, next to Tiananmen Square. It houses over 1.43 million cultural relics and covers 5,000 years of Chinese civilization.
Entry to the museum is free, but advance reservation is mandatory and slots often sell out fast. With our professional travel agency service, we take care of the entire booking process for you.
What We Provide
Full reservation on the official system using your passport info
Guaranteed entry slot for your chosen date
Clear entry instructions, opening hours, and visiting tips
Fast and reliable service by a local experienced team
Peace of mind before your trip
Museum Highlights
Ancient China Gallery: Masterpieces of bronzes, jades, porcelains, and ancient art
The Road of Rejuvenation: Modern Chinese history exhibition
48 exhibition halls with priceless national treasures
World-class architecture and spacious, comfortable layout
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
National Museum Of China
The collection of the National Museum of China is extremely large, with over 1.4 million pieces (sets) covering various historical periods from ancient to contemporary times. The National Museum of China is not only a building or a place for collecting cultural relics, but also: ·A three-dimensional general history of China: silently telling the vicissitudes and glory of China for five thousand years through physical objects. ·The cultural living room of a country: showcasing the profoundness, openness, and inclusiveness of Chinese civilization to the world. ·A spiritual home for a nation: carrying the cultural confidence and historical identity of the Chinese people. Whether you have a strong interest in Chinese history or just want to experience the charm of Chinese culture, the National Museum of China is definitely a must visit place worth spending time immersed in.
What‘s Included
Entrance fee
Does not include tour guide service
Meeting points
National Museum Of China
No.16 East Chang'an Street, Dongcheng District Beijing China
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Options
Tiananmen Square Ticket
Entry time: Morning session: 7:00am -12:00pm,
Afternoon session: 12:00pm-4:30pm,
Evening session: 5:00pm-8:00pm.
Note: This option is only for admission tickets to Tiananmen Square, Excluding tickets to the National Museum of China.
National Museum of China
Ticket checking time: 9:00AM-11:00AM,11:00AM-1:30PM,1:30PM-4:00PM,Three reserved admission periods.
Important reminder: Please provide the names and passport numbers of all travelers,Enter with passport and appointment voucher.
Note: This option is only for admission to the National Museum of China , Chinese Mainland tourist passport reservation is invalid.
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
To go or not to go? National Museum of China
supernanat,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Subway line 1 to get there. Huge lines to clear security just after subway ticket validation gate and also entering museum. Allocate at least 1 hour before entry time limit or you may not get in. eg 11am ticket means deadline to enter museum is 11am but you may enter fr 9 to 11am. Wearing a mask (with a few drops of peppermint oil?) may be more comfortable for toilet visits and viewing exhibits with endless crowds. I did not use English audio guide available at entry as helper says info is for 30 major pieces only. There will be a long queue inside 1 of the exhibit halls on top level to view the coronet of 1 of the empress. Overall one must remember these are leftovers of great historical pieces not looted, or stolen by centuries of foreign invasion, poverty, dishonesty etc. Or not destroyed during the cultural revolution. Exhibits were mainly stones, copper, bronze left behind by Chiang Kai Shek fleeing to Taiwan who btw took the most valuable and "worthwhile" treasures.
Museum visit
Climber575164,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Entry to the museum went smoothly and the museum itself was really interesting. We bought the audio tour which was packed full of info about Ancient China. Entry from the museum to Tiananmen Square was really easy.
Don’t hesitate, buy your ticket!
Beate P,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great museum in this monumental buiilding. Thanks to Viator it could visit it, otherwise it seems impossible to get a ticket. For me, it was one if the highlights of all the very interesting things you can do in Beijing
Excellent
damianrZ64XE,Feb 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent guide. A must see visit when in Beijing.
It is a difficult spot to get tickets even for Chinese people, and foreigners are recommended!
minorus599,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Ticket reservations are procedurally difficult for foreigners, and even for Chinese people, it seems difficult to book at popular spots. It was a bit later than the time you wanted, but I am glad you managed to secure a ticket and used this service.
Great experience and great customer service.
920shawn,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Family of five visited. Tony picked up that I duplicated the passport numbers and informed us. Very lucky he did as there would be a problem for one of the kids entering. Five stars for attention to detail.
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