Beijing · 毛主席纪念堂
At a glance
Full times, prices and rules
- Open & closed days
- Closed Mondays; open Tuesday–Sunday mornings. Reopened 1 Sep 2026 after a maintenance closure (16 Mar–31 Aug 2026). May close for events on the square.
Official website
Reservations are free and only through official channels. The official web booking page (jnt.mfu.com.cn) works without WeChat; it's in Chinese. Bendibao's guide lists the passport among accepted IDs.
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Step-by-step booking guide
- 1
Open the official booking page
Go to jnt.mfu.com.cn/page. It's in Chinese — use your browser's translate feature if needed.
- 2
Be ready at 12:30 Beijing time
Slots for the next 1–6 days release daily at 12:30. No same-day booking.
- 3
Choose 个人预约
Select date and morning session. Max 5 people; one pending trip reservation at a time.
- 4
Enter passport as ID
ID type passport; fill name and number exactly as printed. All visitors including children need reservations.
- 5
Save the confirmation
Screenshot the success page or order. Cancellation and rescheduling rules are strict, with limits per day, week, month and year.
- 6
Before entry: store bags
Deposit bags/cameras/liquids at east-side square storage (often from ~07:30). Keep passport and phone only.
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Enter in your slot
Show original ID + reservation. Follow security; remain quiet inside the hall.
Key pitfalls
- Bags, cameras, liquids, power banks forbidden inside — free timed deposit on east side of the square before entry.
- Only official WeChat / People's Daily / jnt.mfu.com.cn — no authorized third-party paid booking.
- Account registration prefers China Mobile/Unicom/Telecom real-name numbers; virtual-operator numbers get purged.
- No-shows: 2 within 120 days locks the account for 120 days.
- Dress respectfully; silence phones; no lingering during viewing.
If it doesn’t work
Backup options
Brief backups — not competing primary paths.
What recent travelers report
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Xiaocong, a local in China, replies 9:00–24:00 Beijing time. Send a screenshot of the step you’re stuck on.
Message on WhatsAppCheck before you go
Unverified or may have changed — confirm on the booking channel.
- International desk / ad-hoc walk-up for foreigners without reservation is not promised in the 2026 official reopen notice — assume reservation required.
FAQ
Is Mao Memorial Hall free?
Yes, with mandatory free real-name reservation via official channels only.
Source: cpc.people.com.cn
When do reservations open?
Daily at 12:30 Beijing time for visits 1–6 days ahead. No same-day booking.
Source: bj.bendibao.com
What are the opening hours?
Since it reopened on 1 Sep 2026: Tuesday–Sunday, 08:00–12:00. It's closed on Mondays unless a special notice says otherwise.
Source: cpc.people.com.cn
Can I bring a bag or camera?
No. Bags, cameras, liquids, etc. must be stored at the east-side square deposit before entry.
Source: bj.bendibao.com
Can I book with a passport?
Yes. Bendibao's reservation guide lists the passport among the accepted ID types.
Source: bj.bendibao.com
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Sources
- cpc.people.com.cnOfficial People's Daily Memorial Hall portal: reopen 2026-09-01, hours Tue–Sun 08:00–12:00, real-name booking channels · accessed 6 Oct 2026
- bj.bendibao.comAug 2026 Bendibao reprint of official WeChat notice: 1–6 days, 12:30 release, authorized channels only, bag rules · accessed 6 Oct 2026
- bj.bendibao.comPersonal reservation guide; passport listed among accepted IDs · accessed 6 Oct 2026
- jnt.mfu.com.cnIndividual booking web UI (verified HTTP 200) · accessed 6 Oct 2026
- travelchinaguide.comEN practical: 12:30 release, bag deposit east side of square, no cameras/bags inside · accessed 6 Oct 2026
Last checked 6 Oct 2026 · How we verify