Military Museum of the Chinese People's Revolution

Museum National military museum showcasing China's modern military history

The Military Museum of the Chinese People’s Revolution in Beijing displays PLA equipment, uniforms and wartime exhibits. Visitors interested in military history view tanks, aircraft and museum displays covering modern Chinese conflicts and technology.

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The Military Museum of the Chinese People’s Revolution is a national museum in Beijing dedicated to the history and development of China’s armed forces. It presents both indoor exhibits and outdoor displays of military equipment and vehicles.

The museum’s displays cover historical campaigns, technological development and collections of uniforms, weapons and large hardware such as tanks and aircraft that are displayed on site. It functions as a major state museum for military history and public education.

Situated within Beijing, the museum is accessible to visitors interested in military technology, Chinese modern history and large-scale museum displays.

  • Collections: Exhibits include historical displays, equipment and military hardware, with large items displayed outdoors alongside indoor galleries.
  • Focus and location: Located in Beijing, it serves as a national museum covering the history and development of the Chinese armed forces.
Military Museum of the Chinese People's Revolution
Military Museum of the Chinese People's Revolution, 9 Fuxing Road, Haidian District, Beijing, China
39.9077, 116.3177
Tue-Sun 9:00-16:00, closed Mondays (verify before visiting)
CN¥20-40 (approx. $3-6) for museum entry; special exhibitions may have separate fees

How to Get to Military Museum of the Chinese People's Revolution #

Located on Fuxing Road in western Beijing. Nearest subway: Line 1 to Fuxingmen, then a short taxi or bus ride; several city buses stop near the museum entrance.

Tips for Visiting Military Museum of the Chinese People's Revolution #

  • Arrive early to avoid crowds and to see changing-of-the-guard or ceremonial displays if scheduled.
  • Photography of some military artifacts may be restricted; check signage.
  • Combine with a visit to nearby Tiananmen Square or the National Museum of China if touring Beijing's central museum corridor.

Best Time to Visit Military Museum of the Chinese People's Revolution #

Spring and autumn are best for comfortable days in Beijing and for combining multiple museum visits.

Spring
Mar-May · 5-22°C
Comfortable for exploring Beijing's museums with fewer smog spikes.
Autumn
Sep-Nov · 10-22°C
Clear skies and comfortable temperatures; peak time for cultural tourism.
Winter
Dec-Feb · -5-5°C
Cold but quieter museum visits; indoor attractions are ideal.

Weather & Climate near Military Museum of the Chinese People's Revolution #

Climate

Military Museum of the Chinese People's Revolution'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.

Air Quality: AQI 117 Unhealthy (Sg)
Best Time to Visit
MaySeptemberOctober
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
42°
Warmest Month
-20°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -9°C. The driest month with just 4 mm.

61 Good

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-9°
51%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.6h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -6°C. The driest month with just 4 mm and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-6°
49%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.6h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 0°C. Almost no rain.

71 Very Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
42%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

9 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
21°
39%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
13.1h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
14° 27°
39%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
14.2h daylight

June

June is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
19° 31°
52%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
14.7h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 22°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (199 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 31°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

199 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
14.5h daylight

August

August is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (156 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
20° 30°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

156 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
13.5h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

83 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
14° 26°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

45 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C. Light rainfall.

79 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°
57%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.0h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. Almost no rain.

71 Very Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
55%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.9h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -6°C. Almost no rain.

61 Good

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-6°
53%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

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