The Geological Museum of China

A niche museum for kids. You can take Metro Line 4 to Xisi Station, and the museum is right outside the station. Very convenient. Note: Closed on Mondays. Tickets are very affordable, CNY 15 for adults, free for students and seniors. You can buy tickets on site or book in advance via the official WeChat account. Must-see exhibition halls: 1F Earth Hall: Learn about the evolution, structure, and geological processes of the Earth. The models and display boards are very intuitive, giving you a deeper understanding of the planet we live on. 2F Mineral and Rock Hall: A dazzling array of exquisite mineral and rock specimens, including dazzling gems and unique crystals. 2F Gem Hall: A favorite among girls! A display of various precious gems, including diamonds, rubies, sapphires, and more, each shining with a unique brilliance. 3F Prehistoric Animal Hall: A favorite among kids who love dinosaurs. Travel back in time to the ancient era and experience the scene of prehistoric creatures once roaming the Earth. Photo spots: Large specimens in each exhibition hall, such as the giant globe and dinosaur fossils, are great places to take photos. Science films: Science films are played on a loop in the theater on the first floor. Stamps: There are 9 free stamps at the service desk on the first floor. The temporary exhibition hall on the third floor may have a treasure hunt. Dog head gold in the Gem Hall on the second floor, insured for CNY 6 million. Earthquake simulation: Build a house with blocks and test its earthquake resistance.

The Geological Museum of China, located at No. 15, Yangrou Hutong, Xisi, Beijing, is one of Asia's oldest, largest, and most comprehensive geoscience museums with a rich collection. In 2022, the Geological Museum of China welcomed 154,164 visitors. The Gem Hall showcases gems, jade, organic gems, precious metals, and their finished products. It also incorporates knowledge and points of interest related to gem identification, appreciation, cutting, evaluation, formation, microscopic world, distribution, mining, processing, jewelry setting, artificial gem enhancement and synthesis, and gem culture. The Gem Hall primarily features single-crystal gemstones and jade, displaying natural and artificial gems side-by-side for comparison to aid in identifying similar gems commonly found in the market. Central Area: A sophisticated, high-end display case serves as the centerpiece, showcasing exhibits that are regularly updated to reflect changing themes.

New year, new atmosphere! Bring your kids to Xisi to experience the strong New Year atmosphere! 🏮 🚶‍♂️[Route Overview] Take a day to stroll around and let your kids experience a different Beijing. 1️⃣📍[Fuchengmen Station] Start from here and walk to [Lu Xun Museum] & [Lu Xun Former Residence]. Reservations are required. Open from Tuesday to Sunday, 9:00–16:00. 🍜Breakfast: Fuchengmen Subway Station's popular Heiyaochang Sugar Cake and Huguosi Snacks. 2️⃣📍[Gongmenkou Hutong] Experience the life of old Beijing. The White Pagoda is sometimes visible and sometimes not. This is the best place to take photos. 🍮Mum, you can follow the trend and experience it. 🏯[Miaoying White Pagoda Temple] Reservations and on-site ticket purchases are available. CNY 20 per person. Open from Tuesday to Sunday, 9:00–17:00. Free for children. 👉The east and west lanes of the White Pagoda Temple are great for strolling. If you don't enter the temple, the best place to take photos is the east lane of the White Pagoda Temple. The moment you enter the courtyard of the White Pagoda Academy is also beautiful. You can also get a free stamp, which is very friendly. 🏛️[Temple of the Ancestors of the Emperors] Tickets can be purchased via the official WeChat account or on-site. CNY 20 per person. Open from Tuesday to Sunday, 9:00–16:30. 🥣Lunch: Fangzhuanchang No. 69 Zhajiang Noodles. Highly recommend their Zhajiang Noodles. Very good. 🔬[China Geological Museum] National-level mineral collection. Reservations can be made in advance. CNY 15 per person. Free for children. Open 9:00–16:30. 📚[Zhengyang Bookstore] A niche attraction. Free admission. Open Monday to Friday, 9:30–18:30; weekends, 9:00–20:00. ⛪[Xishiku Church] A Western-style domed church building. Very beautiful. Open Monday to Friday, 9:00–17:00; Saturday and Sunday, 9:00–19:00.

🗿 Are you looking for museums to visit in Beijing? Make sure to check out the Geological Museum of China! 📍 Address: No.15, Xisiyangrou Hongtong, Xicheng Beijing China 💵 Adult Ticket Price: 15 yuan 🌏 The museum contains exhibitions on the earth system, rocks and minerals, the evolution of life and other temporary exhibitions. There are plenty of rock samples to see, perfect for any geology lover! 🚇 You can get to the museum by getting the subway (Line 4) to the XiSi Subway Station and heading out exit D.

✅China Geological Museum ⏰Opening hours: 9:00–16:30 (closed on Mondays) 🎫Tickets: CNY 15/person, available online or on-site 📍Address: No. 15, Yangrou Hutong, Xisi, Xicheng District, Beijing 🚇Take Metro Line 4 to Xisi Station, Exit D 🫣Notes: The Geological Museum is not large, and it takes 1–2 hours to visit. It is recommended to visit it together with other attractions nearby. 🎞️Suggested itinerary: Temple of the Emperors of Successive Dynasties - Guangji Temple - Geological Museum - Xishiku Church Beihai Park - Xishiku Church - Geological Museum 🎬Overview of the Geological Museum: 1️⃣Earth Hall on the 1st floor: The east exhibition line introduces endogenic geological processes, focusing on geological processes such as plate tectonics, folds and faults, volcanoes, and earthquakes. The west exhibition line focuses on exogenic geological processes, introducing the geological processes of water and wind. 2️⃣Gem Hall and Mineral and Rock Hall on the 2nd floor: ✅Gem Hall: The dream of 900 million beautiful girls! All the gems and jades you know and don't know are on display here! 🪞Gem series: diamonds, rubies, sapphires, peridots, and various crystals ⚜️Jade series: jadeite, nephrite, turquoise, lapis lazuli, malachite, etc. ✅Mineral and Rock Hall: Here you can learn about the causes of minerals and rocks in nature, the classification of minerals and rocks, and the sensory characteristics of representative minerals and rocks. You can also learn about minerals and rocks through interactive and virtual exhibitions. 3️⃣Prehistoric Life Hall on the 3rd floor: This hall introduces the development of life, common fossils in various geological periods, and the process of the occurrence, evolution, and extinction of life on Earth, with major events in the process of biological evolution as clues. 4️⃣"Dragons from Chaohu" Special Exhibition on the 4th floor: This exhibition is divided into four parts: Doomsday Catastrophe, Witnessing Recovery, Swimming to the World, and Seeing the Light of Day Again. It focuses on the process of reptiles represented by Chaohu ichthyosaurs returning to the ocean and beginning to reproduce in the early Mesozoic era. 4️⃣"Mineral Art" Special Exhibition on the 4th floor: This exhibition is really a feast of minerals and art...

Never take your girlfriend to the Geological Museum🚫, especially the second and fourth floors, the consequences are very serious 📝China Geological Museum: Admission: 15 yuan💰 Exhibition halls include the Earth Hall, Mineral and Rock Hall, Gem Hall, Prehistoric Life Hall, and temporary exhibition halls, among six sections in total. ✅The Gem Hall that girls love the most💖 is on the second floor Once you enter the exhibition hall, you are greeted with the sparkling sight of various gems. Emeralds, cat's eyes, crystals, morganites, Hetian jade, jadeite... they are just too, too beautiful! It makes your eyes shine, and you don't want to leave at all. 💰The fourth floor is the merchandise section🛍️ There are various gems, ores, bracelets, and small accessories, all shiny and dazzling, making it hard to take your eyes off👀. If you bring your girlfriend, you better watch out 🚉Transportation Strategy: The museum's parking lot is not open to the public, it is recommended to take the bus🚌

I pass by here almost every weekend when I come to the city, but I've never been inside. I heard there are quite a few gems, so I decided to take a look Adult tickets are 15 yuan, and you can book through the official WeChat account～ There are quite a few kids on weekends The museum is not very big, although it has 4 floors, each floor only has two small exhibition halls, making it a very leisurely visit. Additionally, the interactivity is exceptionally good, with many interactive buttons that are both educational and fun～ Although it's a bit old and looks somewhat worn, the merits outweigh the flaws, and I recommend visiting The first floor starts with the Earth, the second floor has minerals + gems, all the blingbling is here, the third floor is for paleontological fossils, and the fourth floor has temporary exhibitions