Tiananmen Square / 天安门广场

Category

Historical

Why Visit

• Witness China's famous National Flag Raising Ceremony
• Symbolic heart of modern China
• Essential stop before entering the Forbidden City

Suggested Duration

1–2 hours

Best Visiting Time

6:00–08:00 or 16:00–20:00

Suitable For

• First-time visitors
• History lovers

Tips

Visit together with Forbidden City

Admission Type

Free

Reservation Required

Yes

Reservation Max.

H-7 (Available dates are updated daily at 12:00 noon; same-day bookings are not accepted. Individuals and tour groups can book 1–7 days in advance.)

Opening Hours

05:00–20:30

Address (English & Chinese)

East Chang'an Avenue, Dongcheng District, Beijing
北京市东城区东长安街

Note

You can watch the flag-raising and lowering ceremony, but usually it's crowded.