Temple of Earth, Beijing

Name: Temple of Earth
Address: 202 Andingmen Outer St., Beijing, China
Telephone: +86 10 6421 4657

#63 among attractions in Beijing

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Facts and practical information

The Temple of the Earth in Beijing, China, is located in the northern part of central Beijing, around the Andingmen area and just outside Beijing's second ring road. It is also located just a few hundred yards north of Yonghe Temple. At 42.7 hectares, it is the second largest of the four Temples of Beijing behind only the Temple of Heaven. ()

Local name: 地坛 Architectural style: Chinese architectureElevation: 154 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 39°57'5"N, 116°24'36"E

Address

202 Andingmen Outer St.东城区 (安定门)Beijing China

Contact

+86 10 6421 4657

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Day trips

Temple of Earth – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Yonghe Temple, Drum Tower, Confucius Temple, Tongjiao Temple.

~1880 ftS
Vibrant Tibetan Buddhist temple complex
Yonghe Temple, Beijing
10 min walk • Yonghe Temple, also known as the Lama Temple, is a sanctuary of serenity amidst the hustle and bustle of Beijing, China. This exquisite temple complex serves as a prominent house of worship and a remarkable example of Tibetan Buddhist architecture.
1.3 miSW
Historic red clock tower
Drum Tower, Beijing
35 min walk • The Drum Tower, an iconic historical edifice, stands majestically in the heart of Beijing, China. This ancient tower, known as Gulou in Mandarin, is a testament to the city's rich imperial past. Constructed in 1272 during the Yuan Dynasty and rebuilt during the Ming...
0.5 miS
Confucian temple complex dating to 1302
Confucius Temple, Beijing
12 min walk • The Confucius Temple in Beijing, China, stands as a venerable bastion of cultural heritage and traditional architecture. This ancient temple, dedicated to the revered Chinese philosopher Confucius, is a serene sanctuary amidst the bustling cityscape.
0.8 miSE
Temple
Tongjiao Temple, Beijing
21 min walk • Tongjiao Temple is a Buddhist temple located in Dongcheng District of Beijing. It covers an area of 700-square-metre. Now it is the only Bhikkhuni temple in Beijing. It was inscribed to the National Key Buddhist Temples in Han Chinese Area's list in 1983.
1.7 miNW
Sprawling destination for kids and adults
China Science and Technology Museum, Beijing
44 min walk • The China Science and Technology Museum, established in 1988 in Beijing, China, is "the only comprehensive museum of science and technology at national level in China" according to the official website of the Beijing government.
1.4 miSW
Nightlife
Great Leap Brewing, Khanbaliq
36 min walk • Great Leap Brewing operates four brewpubs in Beijing, two in the Dongcheng District and two in the Chaoyang District. It makes and sells a wide range of beers at those locations, popular both with the city's Western expatriate community and younger Chinese drinkers interested in an alternative product.
1.6 miSW
Museum, History museum
Guo Moruo Residence, Beijing
42 min walk • The Guo Moruo Residence is the former residence of Guo Moruo in West Qianhai Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing, China.
1.6 miSW
Temple
Huode Zhenjun Temple, Beijing
40 min walk • The Huode Zhenjun Temple, also known as the Fire God Temple, located near the Shichahai in central Beijing, is a prominent Taoist temple of the city.
0.5 miSE
Buddhist architecture, Temple
Bailin Temple, Beijing
13 min walk • The Bailin Temple, also known as the "Monastery of the Cypress Grove", is a 14th century Tibetan Buddhist temple and monastery located in Beijing, China.
1.5 miSW
Park
Shichahai, Beijing
40 min walk • Shichahai is a historic scenic area consisting of three lakes in the north of central Beijing. They are located directly northwest of the Forbidden City and north of the Beihai Lake. Shichahai consists of the following three lakes: Qianhai, Xihai and Houhai. In imperial times it was called the Riverbank.
1.3 miSW
Street
Nanluoguxiang, Beijing
33 min walk • Nanluoguxiang is a narrow alley that gives its name to an old part of the Beijing city centre with traditional architecture both new and old. The neighborhood contains many typical narrow streets known as hutong. It is located in the Dongcheng district.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Temple of Earth open?

Temple of Earth is open:

Monday 6 am - 9 pm
Tuesday 6 am - 9 pm
Wednesday 6 am - 9 pm
Thursday 6 am - 9 pm
Friday 6 am - 9 pm
Saturday 6 am - 9 pm
Sunday 6 am - 9 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Temple of Earth?

Nearby attractions include Yonghe Temple, Beijing (10 min walk), Guozijian, Beijing (11 min walk), Guozijian Street, Beijing (11 min walk), Qingnianhu Park, Beijing (12 min walk).

How to get to Temple of Earth by public transport?

The nearest stations to Temple of Earth:

Metro

Yonghegong Lama Temple • Lines: 2, 5 (8 min walk)
Hepinglibeijie • Lines: 5 (11 min walk)

Bus

雍和宫桥东 • Lines: 200, 44 (8 min walk)
地坛西门 • Lines: 141 (11 min walk)