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# What day are museums closed in Beijing?

## Quick answer

Monday is the day to watch in Beijing: 5 of the 5 major museums with a weekly closing day close on Mondays. World Museum Guide lists each museum's closing day below — always confirm holiday closures on the official site.

Visitor information last reviewed 30 June 2026. Check the official museum site for current details.

## Weekly closing days in Beijing

| Museum | Closed | Hours |
| --- | --- | --- |
| [Capital Museum](https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/capital-museum/) | Mondays | Tuesday to Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Closed Mondays) |
| [National Art Museum of China](https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/national-art-museum-of-china/) | Mondays | Tuesday to Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Closed Mondays) |
| [National Museum of China](https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/national-museum-of-china/) | Mondays | Tuesday to Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Closed Mondays) |
| [Palace Museum (Forbidden City)](https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/palace-museum-beijing/) | Mondays | Tuesday to Sunday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (Closed Mondays) |
| [UCCA Center for Contemporary Art](https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/ucca/) | Mondays | Tuesday to Sunday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Closed Mondays) |

Visitor details last reviewed 2026-06-30. Check the linked official museum websites before travelling.

## Frequently asked questions

### Are Beijing museums open on Mondays?

5 major museums close on Mondays in Beijing. Plan those visits for other days — the table above shows which stay open.

### Do closing days change on public holidays?

Yes — museums often close on major public holidays or shift their weekly closing day around them. Verify on the official website before travelling; each guide links it.

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