Recommend that photographers position themselves at the top of the Drum Tower, using a bird's-eye view to capture the buildings on both sides of the central axis and the Wanchun Pavilion on Jingshan Hill; place Jingshan and the central axis at the center of the frame, ensuring that the central axis extends from the bottom to the top of the image, creating a sense of depth and visual leading lines; suggest using a medium to long focal length lens for shooting. Travel Tips: There is no need for a ticket if you only take photos outside the Drum Tower without entering.

Drum Tower - Top floor for capturing the central axis buildings and Jingshan Park.

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No. 9 Linzi, Zhonglouwan Hutong, Dongcheng District, Beijing (240 meters northwest of Shichahai Subway Station Exit A2)

Photography Tips

Recommend that photographers position themselves at the top of the Drum Tower, using a bird's-eye view to capture the buildings on both sides of the central axis and the Wanchun Pavilion on Jingshan Hill; place Jingshan and the central axis at the center of the frame, ensuring that the central axis extends from the bottom to the top of the image, creating a sense of depth and visual leading lines; suggest using a medium to long focal length lens for shooting. Travel Tips: There is no need for a ticket if you only take photos outside the Drum Tower without entering.

Walking Guide

Take the Subway Line 8 and get off at Shichahai Station (Exit C southeast). Walk 400 meters along Di’anmen Wai Street, then turn right and walk 100 meters. Turn to the right front and walk 10 meters to reach the Drum Tower. Enter the Drum Tower and go up to the top floor. From the north side, you can take photos of the buildings on both sides of the central axis and Jingshan Park.