Tiananmen, Beijing

Name: Tiananmen
Address: Beijing, China

#88 among attractions in Beijing

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The Tiananmen, or the Gate of Heaven-Sent Pacification, is a monumental gate in the city center of Beijing, China, the front gate of the Imperial City of Beijing, located near the city's Central Business District, and widely used as a national symbol. ()

Local name: 天安门 Coordinates: 39°54'27"N, 116°23'28"E

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东城区 (紫金程)Beijing China

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Tiananmen – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Forbidden City, National Museum of China, Tiananmen Square, Wangfujing.

0.6 miN
, Museum, Art museum
Forbidden City, Beijing
17 min walk • The Forbidden City, a monumental symbol of China's rich history, stands at the heart of Beijing as one of the most prestigious museums in the world. This sprawling palace complex, once the imperial seat for Ming and Qing dynasty emperors, spans approximately 180 acres...
~1780 ftSE
Giant museum of Chinese cultural relics
National Museum of China, Beijing
9 min walk • The National Museum of China, located in the heart of Beijing, is a prestigious institution that serves as a cultural repository for Chinese history and art. This monumental museum, which is situated on the eastern side of Tiananmen Square, stands as a testament...
~1780 ftS
Immense, famed plaza and cultural site
Tiananmen Square, Beijing
9 min walk • Tiananmen Square, at the heart of Beijing, China, is one of the largest public squares in the world. Spanning an enormous 440,000 square meters, it can hold over one million people. This vast expanse of open space is not only a social and cultural gathering place but...
0.8 miE
Street, Shopping district, Shopping
Wangfujing, Beijing
21 min walk • Wangfujing is Beijing's most famous shopping district, renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and a wide array of retail options. This bustling pedestrian street is located in the Dongcheng District and has been a commercial hub since the middle of the Ming Dynasty.
0.8 miN
Historic palace drawing busy crowds
Palace of Heavenly Purity, Beijing
20 min walk • The Palace of Heavenly Purity, or Qianqing Palace, is a historic site nestled in the heart of Beijing, the capital city of China. This grand palace once served as the main residence of the Ming and early Qing dynasty emperors.
0.5 miSW
Performance hall with dramatic design
National Centre for the Performing Arts, Beijing
12 min walk • The National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA), also known as "The Giant Egg," is a striking architectural masterpiece and a beacon of cultural life in Beijing, China. This titanium and glass dome, surrounded by an artificial lake, is not only a visual spectacle...
0.7 miN
Museum
Palace Museum, Beijing
18 min walk • The Palace Museum, also known as the Forbidden City, stands as a monumental testament to the grandeur of Chinese imperial history in the heart of Beijing. This sprawling complex, which covers an impressive 180 acres, served as the Chinese imperial palace from the Ming...
~1110 ftNW
Park
Zhongshan Park, Beijing
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Beijing, Zhongshan Park stands as a tranquil oasis amidst the bustling cityscape. This verdant sanctuary, located to the west of the Forbidden City, is a testament to China's rich imperial history and its modern commitment to preserving green...
~1530 ftS
Monument built for Communist martyrs
Monument to the People's Heroes, Beijing
8 min walk • The Monument to the People's Heroes stands as a solemn tribute to the martyrs who laid down their lives for the revolutionary struggle of the Chinese people in the 19th and 20th centuries. Located in the heart of Beijing in Tiananmen Square, this grand obelisk was...
0.6 miN
Ming and Qing dynasty palace with a museum
Hall of Supreme Harmony, Beijing
15 min walk • The Hall of Supreme Harmony, also known as the Throne Hall, is the heart of the Forbidden City and stands as an iconic emblem of Beijing's imperial past. Constructed during the Ming Dynasty in the 15th century and later rebuilt in the 17th century after a fire, it is...
0.4 miS
Museum and mausoleum of Mao Zedong
Mausoleum of Mao Zedong, Beijing
12 min walk • The Mausoleum of Mao Zedong stands as a solemn testament to the legacy of the founder of the People's Republic of China. Located in the heart of Beijing's Tiananmen Square, this grand structure is a site of deep historical significance and a focal point for tourists...

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Tiananmen?

Nearby attractions include Zhongshan Park, Beijing (6 min walk), Imperial Ancestral Temple, Beijing (7 min walk), Monument to the People's Heroes, Beijing (8 min walk), National Museum of China, Beijing (9 min walk).

How to get to Tiananmen by public transport?

The nearest stations to Tiananmen:

Bus

天安门西 • Lines: 1, 5 (11 min walk)
天安门东 • Lines: 1, 2 (7 min walk)

Metro

Tian'anmen East • Lines: 1 (6 min walk)
Qianmen • Lines: 2 (18 min walk)

Tram

Qianmen • Lines: 前门大街有轨电车：前门 => 珠市口, 前门大街有轨电车：珠市口 => 前门 (19 min walk)
鲜鱼口 (24 min walk)