Central Radio & TV Tower Tower
Beijing broadcast tower with observation deck
Beijing's Central Radio & TV Tower features an observation deck and a revolving restaurant within a tall communications mast. Tourists visit for panoramic city views and skyline photography.
Central Radio & TV Tower at a Glance#
Address: No. 11 Jianguomen Inner Street (near Fuxingmen), Beijing
About Central Radio & TV Tower#
The Central Radio & TV Tower is a prominent telecommunications tower in Beijing used for radio and television broadcasting. It rises to roughly 405 metres and includes public viewing platforms.
Visitors can use the tower’s observation levels to see broad views across Beijing, weather permitting. The structure also houses broadcast equipment and antennas serving the city’s media networks.
Built and completed in the early 1990s as part of Beijing’s broadcast infrastructure expansion, the tower has remained an important transmission site. It has been used for both national and municipal broadcast services.
The tower is located on the northern side of central Beijing, near the city’s ring roads, and is accessible from central districts by road and public transport.
- Height: Stands approximately 405 metres tall and functions as a major broadcasting tower for Beijing.
- Visitor access: Completed in the early 1990s and includes public viewing platforms that offer panoramic views of the city.
How to Get to Central Radio & TV Tower#
The tower is located northwest of the city center. Take Beijing Metro Line 1 to Jianguomen Station and then a short taxi ride, or use bus routes that stop along Jianguomen Inner Street. Taxis and ride-hailing are convenient options for direct access.
Tips for Visiting Central Radio & TV Tower#
- Go near sunset for softer light on the city and the tower's silhouette; avoid peak midday smog on hazier days.
- The tower's observation deck can be busy - book tickets in advance when possible and consider a weekday visit.
- Combine a tower visit with a walk through nearby Beihai Park or a stop at the adjacent China Millennium Monument area.
- Bring a camera with a mid-range zoom for cityscape shots; security screens at the observation deck can limit wide-angle lens use.
Best Time to Visit Central Radio & TV Tower#
Autumn is typically the clearest season for views; avoid heavy smog days for the best visibility.
Weather & Climate near Central Radio & TV Tower#
Central Radio & TV Tower's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -9°C to 31°C. Moderate rainfall (569 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | -9° - 2° | -7° | 4 mm | some cloud | 51% | 2.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.6h |
| February | Acceptable | -6° - 5° | -4° | 4 mm | partly cloudy | 49% | 2.4 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.6h |
| March | Very Good | 0° - 12° | 4° | 9 mm | some cloud | 42% | 2.8 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 8° - 21° | 14° | 17 mm | partly cloudy | 39% | 3.1 m/s | 1.0 high | 13.1h |
| May | Excellent | 14° - 26° | 20° | 32 mm | partly cloudy | 39% | 2.9 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.2h |
| June | Very Good | 19° - 31° | 25° | 76 mm | partly cloudy | 52% | 2.5 m/s | 1.2 high | 14.7h |
| July | Very Good | 22° - 31° | 26° | 196 mm | partly cloudy | 64% | 2.1 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.5h |
| August | Very Good | 20° - 30° | 25° | 157 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 1.7 m/s | 1.3 high | 13.5h |
| September | Excellent | 14° - 26° | 20° | 45 mm | partly cloudy | 60% | 1.8 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 7° - 19° | 13° | 18 mm | some cloud | 57% | 2.1 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Very Good | -1° - 10° | 3° | 7 mm | some cloud | 55% | 2.1 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.9h |
| December | Good | -6° - 4° | -4° | 4 mm | some cloud | 53% | 2.1 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
