In preparation for the upcoming summer tourist season, many tourist attractions in Beijing have eliminated the need for pre-visit reservations to enhance the quality of their basic services. However, it is important to note that reservations are still required for the Palace Museum and the National Museum of China.
Which attractions in Beijing currently require reservations? As of June 22 at 13:00, based on incomplete statistics, the attractions, scenic areas, and opening units in Beijing that still require advance reservations are as follows:
Palace Museum (Forbidden City)
Reservation method: WeChat mini-program - "Palace Museum"
Reservation time: Reservations can be made seven days in advance starting at 20:00, while annual pass holders are required to register one day in advance.
National Museum of China
Reservation methods: WeChat mini-program, official website, and App – "National Museum of China".
Reservation time: Reservations start seven days in advance at 17:00.
Tian'anmen Square
Reservation methods: Website - "The People's Government of Beijing Municipality-Tian'anmen Management Committee", WeChat mini-program - "Tian'anmen Square Reservation", WeChat, Alipay, and Baidu mini-programs - "Jing Tong", and "Beijing Daily App".
Reservation time: Bookings can be made by individuals and tour groups, with individuals being able to make bookings between one to nine days in advance, while tour groups are required to make reservations at least 12 hours in advance.
Tian'anmen Rostrum
Reservation methods: Website and official WeChat account - "Tian'anmen Rostrum Reservation", WeChat and Alipay mini-programs - "Jing Tong".
Reservation time: Reservations can be made one to seven days in advance.
Chairman Mao Memorial Hall
Reservation methods: Official WeChat account - "Chairman Mao Memorial Hall", WeChat mini-program - "Chairman Mao Memorial Hall", and a section on People's Daily Online dedicated to the Chairman Mao Memorial Hall.
Reservation time: Reservations can be made one to six days in advance.
The Great Hall of the People
Reservation methods: WeChat mini-program - "Great Hall of the People Reservation".
Reservation time: Reservations can be made one to three days in advance.
The Military Museum of the Chinese People's Revolution
Reservation methods: Ticket reservation mini-program - "Military Museum".
Reservation time: Tickets can be reserved for up to eight days in advance, with reservations available at 8:00, 17:00, and 20:00 each day.
National Natural History Museum of China
Reservation methods: Official website and official WeChat account - "National Museum of Natural History".
Reservation time: Individual visitors are able to make bookings one to three days in advance, and they may expect daily information updates at 11:00. Group visitors need to make reservations four days in advance with daily updates at 10:00.
Chinese Archaeological Museum
Reservation methods: WeChat mini-program - "Chinese Archaeological Museum", and the public account of the China Historical and Cultural Exhibition Center.
Reservation time: Reservations can be made three days in advance.
Capital Museum
Reservation methods: WeChat mini-program - "Capital Museum".
Reservation time: Reservations can be made one to seven days in advance.
Beijing Police Museum
Reservation methods: WeChat mini-program - "Beijing Police", and official WeChat account - "Beijing Cultural Heritage".
Reservation time: Reservations can be made one to three days in advance.
Beijing Lu Xun Museum
Reservation methods: WeChat mini-program - "Beijing Luxun Museum".
Reservation time: Reservations are available for visits up to three days in advance, including the present day.
Museum of the War of Chinese People's Resistance Against Japanese Aggression
Reservation methods: WeChat mini-program - "Museum of the War of Chinese People's Resistance Against Japanese Aggression"
Reservation time: Reservations can be made for visits within three days (including the current day)
Children's Library, National Library of China
Reservation methods: Official WeChat account - "National Library Service"
Reservation time: Reservations can be made for visits up to three days in advance, including the current day.
Peking University
Reservation methods: WeChat mini-program - "Visit Peking University"
Reservation time: Reservations can be made seven days in advance, with slots opening daily at 8:00 a.m.
Tsinghua University
Reservation methods: WeChat mini-program - "Visit Tsinghua University"
Reservation time: For weekday visits, excluding Mondays, slots are available for booking one day prior. On weekends and holidays, slots become available seven days ahead, and their availability is updated daily at 8:00 a.m. Timetables for winter and summer vacations will be provided separately.
The reservation requirement for municipal parks in Beijing has been abolished. Visitors can buy tickets on-site or in advance using the online platform called "畅游公园"(Enjoy Parks). Currently, visitation policies for many attractions are being continuously refined. Before your visit, please check the official websites and WeChat accounts of the attractions for the most up-to-date information regarding visitation requirements.
Source: Official WeChat account of Beijing Daily