China’s Central Radio and TV Tower is located on the West Third Ring Road, close to Hangtian Bridge, on the east of Yuyuantan Park and Diaoyutai, to the south of Gongzhufen, and in the north of Fucheng Road. Constructed in 1987, CCTV Tower is the tallest structure in Beijing with a height of 405 meters including the tip of its antenna, the third in China and the sixth in the world. It is a member of the World Federation of Great Towers. Thanks to its advanced broadcasting equipment, the tower can transmit FM-stereo radio signals on seven channels and TV broadcasts on eight channels, greatly extending the broadcast coverage area and improving the quality of reception.

The Central Radio and TV Tower is a modern structure consisting of a pier plaza, ring corridor, base, footing, tower body, and mast. Visitors are treated to a bird’s eye view of the entire city of Beijing from the Observation Hall and the outdoor observation balcony. The 22th floor is an open air observation deck, which is said to the largest in the world. You can enjoy a panoramic view of Beijing. Guests can also sample delicious Chinese and Western-style cuisine in the dining room of the rotating restaurant giving diners a 360 view to accompany their dinner.

The base of the tower accommodates a video and exhibition hall open to the public, as well as a conference room, video games room, a circular movie theatre, a health and entertainment center along with restaurants and souvenir shops.

Ticket: 70 RMB

Address: No.11, the Middle of West Third Ring Road, Haidian District

Bus Route: Take Bus No. 323, 624, 809, 811, 40, 64, Yuntong102, Yuntong 103, Yuntong 201, and get off at Hangtian Bridge South Stop