Overview
Tiananmen Square spans roughly 440,000㎡ as the world's largest city square, able to hold up to one million people. The Tiananmen gate tower, built in 1417 during the Ming dynasty, bears Mao Zedong's portrait and has become an icon of modern China — it was here on October 1, 1949 that Mao proclaimed the founding of the PRC. The square is surrounded by the Monument to the People's Heroes, Mao's Mausoleum, the Great Hall of the People, and the National Museum of China, putting modern Chinese history in one place. The daily flag-raising and lowering ceremonies at sunrise and sunset are a must-see ritual. Free admission (security check required). Directly at Tiananmen East/West Station (Metro Line 1).
Travel Tips
Your passport is required and security is strict. To see the sunrise flag-raising ceremony (about 30 minutes), arrive by 4-5 a.m.
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🇰🇷 Tips for Korean Travelers
Practical info for Korean travelers heading to Beijing, China from Seoul (ICN).
Korean Passport · Visa
Check visa rules for China on the Korean MOFA travel advisory site before flying — visa-free, visa-on-arrival or e-visa rules change often. Keep at least 6 months of passport validity.
Flight from Incheon (ICN)
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KRW ↔ Local Currency
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Korean Community · Korean Food
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Attractions near Tiananmen Square
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Things to Do in Beijing
Forbidden City Guided Tour
A 3-hour guided tour of the Forbidden City's main halls in Korean or English, learning the secrets of Ming-Qing imperial history and architecture. Guide fee extra (CNY 300-500)
Great Wall Mutianyu Cable Car
Take the cable car up and toboggan slide down at the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall — quieter and great for photos. Round-trip cable car + admission about CNY 200
Hutong Rickshaw Tour
Ride a three-wheel rickshaw through Beijing's old hutong alleys and enjoy tea at a traditional siheyuan courtyard home. About CNY 100-150 per person