China National Film Museum
The China National Film Museum in Cuigezhuang, Chaoyang: a systematic display of a century of Chinese cinema starting from 1905's "Dingjun Mountain", with separate halls for directing, acting, cinematography and animation; the 4K giant-screen cinema and special-effects experiences are a plus
Visitor info
- Opening hours
- 09:00-17:00·closed Mondays
- Ticket
- CNY 60
Price is indicative — final quote on inquiry.
The China National Film Museum in Cuigezhuang, Chaoyang: a systematic display of a century of Chinese cinema starting from 1905's "Dingjun Mountain", with separate halls for directing, acting, cinematography and animation; the 4K giant-screen cinema and special-effects experiences are a plus; the building is massive, and its depth of film-history content is the greatest of any museum in Beijing. The CNY 60 ticket is on the high side but worth it; film buffs should allow at least half a day; reachable by Metro Line 15 plus a bus transfer or by self-drive.
Getting there: Metro Line 15 then bus / self-drive
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