The Forbidden City is a large complex of ancient architectural relics and one of the most exquisite and valuable cultural attractions in China. The Forbidden City is full of imperial spirit, because it is not only the place where the emperor lived and worked during the Ming and Qing Dynasties, but also the fundamental place of the royal family. Due to its good preservation and high historical and research value, it has become one of the most popular tourist attractions for Chinese and foreign tourists. So, what is the opening time of the Palace Museum in 2020? How about a trip to the Forbidden City on Monday?
Opening hours of the Palace Museum
1. Peak season 4.1-10.31
The opening hours of peak season are adopted from April 1 to October 31 every year
Ticket sales and opening time: 8:30
Ticket closing time (including watch hall and treasure hall): 16:00
Stop time: 16:10
Closing time: 17:00
Closed on Monday
2. Off season 11.1-3.31
The off-season opening hours are adopted from November 1 to March 31 of the next year
Ticket sales and opening time: 8:30
Ticket closing time (including clock hall and treasure hall): 15:30
Stop time: 15:40
Closing time: 16:30
Closed on Monday, try to avoid holidays. The best shooting time should be at dusk. What should be paid attention to when the Forbidden City is about to close at 4:00 p.m?
Precautions for the opening hours of the Forbidden City
The National Palace Museum is open to the public throughout the year. The opening hours will be changed according to the light and peak seasons. In case of legal holidays, the opening hours will also be extended or shortened. Please pay attention to the announcement on this website at any time. In case of major activities or special circumstances, if the opening hours are changed, the National Palace website will make a special announcement. Except for legal holidays, the National Palace Museum is closed all day on Monday throughout the year.
Note: the above time regulations include the gate, treasure hall and watch hall.
Description of the tour route to the Forbidden City in Beijing
Meridian Gate (South Gate): it is only used as the entrance for visitors. All visitors enter the Forbidden City through the Meridian Gate;
Shenwu gate (North Gate): only used as an exit for visitors;
Donghua gate (East Gate): only used as an exit for visitors;