National Natural History Museum - in front of the Diplodocus model
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No. 126, Tianqiao South Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing, inside the Beijing Natural Museum.
Photography Tips
Photography Tips: The model stands diagonally in front of the dinosaur, with the photographer positioned at a 45-degree angle to the side of the model, capturing the shot with the model centered in the frame to enhance the sense of balance in the image. Outfit Suggestions: Playful/Minimalist. Admission: Tickets are released on WeChat Mini Programs at 11:00 AM, with a 3-day advance booking, and are free (set an alarm, as they are extremely popular). Purchase tickets for the Da Vinci Special Exhibition to enter, priced at 79 per person. Opening Hours: 9:00-17:00, last entry at 16:30, closed on Mondays. During the summer vacation from July 7, 2025, to August 31, the venue will be closed on Tuesdays and open on Mondays. Photography Time: Around 3:30 PM. Photography Equipment: Ricoh GR3x with HDF.
Walking Guide

After getting your ticket checked, go straight to enter the National Museum of Natural History.

Continue straight into the Ancient Reptiles Exhibition.

Continue straight ahead on your left.

Exit through the small door on the left and enter the dinosaur park.

Arrive at the shooting position on your right.

