The National Art Museum of China (NAMOC) is the only national art museum of plastic arts in China. Starting to be built in 1958, NAMOC, with its title board inscribed by Chairman Mao Zedong, was formally open to the public in 1963. NAMOC is a national cultural landmark after foundation of the People’s Republic of China. The main building, roofed with yellow glazed tiles and surrounded by corridors and pavilions, features the styles of ancient Chinese attics and traditional architecture. The building, with 21 exhibition halls in its 6 stories, covers an area of more than 18,000 square meters. The museum boasts an exhibition area of 6,660 square meters. NAMOC integrates exhibition, collection, research, public education, international exchange, restoration of artworks and cultural and creative industries. It is the highest hall of fine arts in China and also a public cultural service platform.

Admission: Free

Opening hours: 9:00 - 17:00 (entering stops at 16:00) Tuesday to Sunday (closed on Monday except public holidays)

Address: No. 1 Wusi Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing

Transport:

By Subway: Take Subway Line 5 or Line 6 to Dongsi Station (Exit E) and walk west for about 300 meters for 5 minutes.

By Bus: Take Bus No. 103 or 111 to Meishuguan (Art Museum) Station, or take Bus No. 104, 108, or Special Line 11 to Meishuguan Bei Station, or take Bus No. 60, 82, or 112 to Shatan Lukou Bei Station.

Reservation: Real-name reservation should be made on the official website or Wechat account