The photographer should get close to the lower part of the display case, slightly tilting down to focus on the phoenix crown, showcasing its detailed textures. It is recommended to use a medium-telephoto lens with a focal length of 50mm-85mm or the 2×-3× zoom on a smartphone.

Travel Tips: Book your visit at least seven days in advance. If you can’t secure a reservation, try checking for last-minute cancellations on the day of your visit. Make sure to enter within your reserved time slot, as late entry is not allowed.

National Museum of China - Glazed Phoenix Crown

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No. 16, Dong Chang'an Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing, East Side of Tiananmen Square

Photography Tips

The photographer should get close to the lower part of the display case, slightly tilting down to focus on the phoenix crown, showcasing its detailed textures. It is recommended to use a medium-telephoto lens with a focal length of 50mm-85mm or the 2×-3× zoom on a smartphone. Travel Tips: Book your visit at least seven days in advance. If you can’t secure a reservation, try checking for last-minute cancellations on the day of your visit. Make sure to enter within your reserved time slot, as late entry is not allowed.

Walking Guide

Take the Subway Line 1 and get off at Tiananmen East Station, Exit C. Then follow the walking directions to the National Museum of China. — step-by-step photo guide

Take the Subway Line 1 and get off at Tiananmen East Station, Exit C. Then follow the walking directions to the National Museum of China.

After passing through security at the National Museum, continue straight ahead to the South Area. — step-by-step photo guide

After passing through security at the National Museum, continue straight ahead to the South Area.

Take the escalator to the third floor and head to Gallery 7 in the south. — step-by-step photo guide

Take the escalator to the third floor and head to Gallery 7 in the south.