Military Museum of the Chinese People's Revolution
About This Museum
The Military Museum of the Chinese People's Revolution stands apart not just for its vast collection, but for the narrative it weaves—a sweeping saga of Chinese military history told through everything from ancient bronze halberds to the sleek forms of modern ballistic missiles. Its cavernous halls feel less like quiet galleries and more like a national epic cast in steel and memory. You'll find yourself walking a chronological path that stretches from the age of chariots and spears all the way to the silent, imposing presence of a DF-21 missile. It’s a place that powerfully connects the dots between China’s imperial past, its revolutionary struggles, and its current status as a global power.
Collection Highlights
The ground floor is dominated by an incredible array of 'big iron'—tanks, fighter jets, and artillery pieces used in conflicts from the Korean War onward. Don't miss the captured American U-2 spy plane, suspended dramatically from the ceiling as a potent Cold War relic. Upstairs, more intimate galleries hold intricate ancient armor, historic firearms, and poignant personal effects of soldiers.
Visitor Information
Give yourself a good three hours to do it justice; weekends can get crowded with families and tourist groups. It's right on Fuxing Road, easily accessible by the Beijing Subway, and best of all, admission is free with your passport.
Architecture & Building
The building itself is a monumental example of Soviet-inspired Socialist Classicism, all grand scale and imposing symmetry. Soaring columns flank the entrance, topped with a massive red star, while the central tower rises like a stark sentinel over the city.
Contact & Location
Address: 中国人民革命军事博物馆, 9, 复兴路, 羊坊店街道, 海淀区, 北京市, 100038, 中国
Phone: +86 10 6686 6244
