798 Art District
Neighbourhood · Beijing

798 Art District

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The 798 Art District occupies a group of decommissioned industrial buildings from the 1950s. It contains dozens of galleries, artist studios and small museums showing modern and experimental work. Visitors should watch for large outdoor sculptures and changing exhibitions across the open courtyards.

On day 4 of Beijing, Xi'an and Shanghai in 14 Days

Good to know

Tickets
Entry to the district is free.
Time needed
Two to four hours.
Best time
Weekdays to avoid weekend crowds.
Getting there
Subway to Jiangtai or Wangjing South on line 14, then a 15 to 20 minute walk.

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798 Art District questions

Is 798 Art District free to visit?

Yes, the district itself has no entry fee.

What are the opening hours of 798 Art District?

Most galleries open daily from around 10am, though exact times vary by venue.

How long does it take to see 798 Art District?

Allow two to four hours to walk the main lanes and visit several galleries.

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