Zhongnanhai, Beijing

Name: Zhongnanhai
Address: Qianmen Main Street, Beijing, China

#201 among attractions in Beijing

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Zhongnanhai is a former imperial garden in the Imperial City, Beijing, adjacent to the Forbidden City; it serves as the central headquarters for the Chinese Communist Party and the State Council of China. Zhongnanhai houses the office of the General Secretary of the Chinese Communist Party and Premier of the People's Republic of China. The term Zhongnanhai is closely linked with the central government and senior CCP officials. It is often used as a metonym for the Chinese leadership at large. ()

Local name: 中南海 Coordinates: 39°54'41"N, 116°22'52"E

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Qianmen Main Street西城区 (西单)Beijing China

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

Nearby attractions include: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Palace of Heavenly Purity, National Centre for the Performing Arts.

0.6 miNE
, 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...
0.8 miSE
Immense, famed plaza and cultural site
Tiananmen Square, Beijing
21 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...
0.7 miNE
Historic palace drawing busy crowds
Palace of Heavenly Purity, Beijing
19 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.
0.6 miS
Performance hall with dramatic design
National Centre for the Performing Arts, Beijing
15 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 miNE
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...
0.4 miE
Park
Zhongshan Park, Beijing
11 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...
0.8 miSE
Monument built for Communist martyrs
Monument to the People's Heroes, Beijing
20 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 miNE
Ming and Qing dynasty palace with a museum
Hall of Supreme Harmony, Beijing
16 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...
0.8 miNE
Palace, Architecture, Historical place
Palace of Earthly Tranquility, Beijing
20 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Beijing, the Palace of Earthly Tranquility is a historic gem within the renowned Forbidden City. This significant building, once the imperial residence of the Qing dynasty empresses, is a testament to China's rich cultural tapestry...
0.8 miE
City gate
Gate of Glorious Harmony, Khanbaliq
20 min walk • The Gate of Glorious Harmony, or the Gate of Xihe, Xihemen is a gate sits on the central road of the outer court of the Forbidden Palace.
0.6 miNE
Monuments and statues
Sundial, Beijing
15 min walk • A sundial is a horological device that tells the time of day when there is sunlight by the apparent position of the Sun in the sky. In the narrowest sense of the word, it consists of a flat plate and a gnomon, which casts a shadow onto the dial.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Zhongnanhai?

Nearby attractions include Chang'an Avenue, Beijing (10 min walk), Zhongshan Park, Beijing (11 min walk), Lingjing hutong, Beijing (13 min walk), Beijing Concert Hall, Beijing (14 min walk).

How to get to Zhongnanhai by public transport?

The nearest stations to Zhongnanhai:

Bus

西华门 • Lines: 5 (7 min walk)
南长街 • Lines: 5 (10 min walk)

Metro

Tian'anmen West • Lines: 1 (12 min walk)
Xidan • Lines: 1, 4 (20 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 (30 min walk)