From prehistoric times to the Qing dynasty, this hall traces the entire arc of ancient China. Neolithic painted jars, the Jade Dragon, a Warring States bronze “fridge,” the colossal Houmuwu Ding, the exquisite Siyang Fangzun, and Sanxingdui’s eerie masks—travel through Qin, Tang, Song, and Ming, where a crown of nine dragons and nine phoenixes gleams with imperial splendor, then onward to the Qing—the final chapter.
After scanning your passport and passing through security, go up the stairs to the museum lobby. Please face the hall and meet your guide by the pillar on your left.
If Beijing has only one museum worth your time, it’s the National Museum of China. Walk through the ‘Ancient China’ hall on Floor B1, where over 1.4 million relics — from the Paleolithic era to the Ming and Qing dynasties — tell a vivid, touchable history of 5,000 years. Come face-to-face with the ‘Top Ten Treasures’, including the legendary Houmuwu Ding and the Four-ram Fangzun. From the ‘First Dragon of China’ (Hongshan jade dragon) to the dazzling Nine-Dragon Nine-Phoenix Crown of the Ming Dynasty, every artifact whispers a story that no textbook can convey. With our expert guide’s insider commentary, you won’t just see history — you’ll live it. In just half a day, you’ll cross a millennium. This is not a tour; it’s a time-travel experience that every Beijing visitor must have.
Skip the line and gain access to Tiananmen Square.Stand on Tiananmen Square,which is not only the very heart of modern China but also the world's largest urban square.You will see and admire its iconic landmarks from the outside, including the solemn Chairman Mao Mausoleum,the powerful Great Hall of the People,and the monumental Monument to the People's Heroes.You can explore the square on your own without a guide.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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