Tian'anmendong 天安门东

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Changan Street (长安街) north side 、Donghuamen (东华门)、 Nanchizida Street (南池子大街) 、Nanheyan (南河沿)、 Beijing Shilaodongrenminwenhuagong (市劳动人民文化宫)

Changan Street (长安街) south side 、Gonganbu (公安部)、 Zhengyi Road (正义路) 、Zhongguoguojia (中国国家) Museum

Changan Street (长安街) south side 、Tiananmen (天安门) Plaza 、Zhonghuayizhuku (中华遗嘱库)

Face north for a view of Tian’anmen Gate, with the National Museum to the east and the Great Hall of the People to the west. For the flag raising, choose that time slot on the square’s reservation site.

• Exit D

The Ancient China galleries are a good starting point. For a closer look at daily life, explore the displays on food or dress. The museum’s visitor page has booking details.

• Exit C, D

The towers on either side of the Meridian Gate project into the forecourt, enclosing it on three sides. This is the visitor entrance to the Forbidden City. Check the museum’s booking page before going.

East of Tian’anmen Gate, Ming and Qing emperors honoured their ancestors here. Stone bridges, a ceremonial gate and three halls line a single axis between old cypresses.

• Exit B

Exit B Stairs Concourse–platform east side Stairs

• Line 1 Batong Line

Platform east end

• Line 1 Batong Line

Middle of the concourse, near self-service Fare adjustment and top-up machine (Inside ticket gates)

• Line 1 Batong Line

Exit B Ramp Exit C Ramp

• Line 1 Batong Line