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Bell and Drum Towers Ticket Booking

Bell and Drum Towers Tickets Booking

From: 30RMB/4.5USD Per person

Highlights:

Enter simply by scanning your QR code.

A must-visit landmark on travelers’ bucket list.

Admire the magnificent ancient architectural complex and profound historical culture of the Beijing Bell and Drum Towers.


  • Foreign seniors aged 60 and above (inclusive): Enjoy half-price tickets with a valid passport.
  • Minors under 18 years old: Free of charge.

1.The tickets are released 3 days in advance; we will book the tickets for you as soon as they are available.

2.Your valid Passport/ID information is required for booking, and one person can only book one ticket per day.

How to Book and Use

Please show your ticket QR code and enter Bell and Drum Towers at the North of the Drum Tower(No. 9 Linzi, Zhonglouwan Hutong, go around the red wall at the front of the Drum Tower to the alley behind) .

Opening Hours

High Season (Mar 26– Oct 25)：09:00–17:30

Low Season (Oct 26 – Mar25)：09:30–16:30

Ticket inspection:

Ticket sales stop 1 hour before closing time.

Ticket inspection stops 10 minutes before closing time.

Please arrive at Bell and Drum Towers at your reserved timeslot to guarantee entry.

Change & Cancellation

1.Free cancellation if sending the request by email 24 hours before the designated entry date.

2.After the ticket is issued, service fee is non-refundable.

How to get to Bell and Drum Towers

Bell and Drum Towers Main Entrance（North of the Drum Tower；No. 9 Linzi, Zhonglouwan Hutong； go around the red wall at the front of the Drum Tower to the alley behind) .

By subway (Fastest ):

  • Take Metro Line 8 to Shichahai Station.
  • Exit A2, walk about 5–8 minutes to the Drum Tower.

By Bus (Direct Routes):

Drum Tower Stop: Bus No. 5, 60, 82, 107, 124, 135

Please present your pre-booked ticket QR code at the North of the Bell and Drum Towers for entry.

By Taxi:

Please tell the driver: “Drum Tower Main Entrance”

Bell and Drum Towers Tickets Booking FAQs

How to buy tickets to the Bell and Drum Towers?

  • Highly recommended to use the trusted ticket agency to help with the booking, which saves time and avoids troubles.
  • Full-price tickets must be booked online in advance; discounted and free tickets must be collected on-site with valid documents.

Do I need to book a ticket to Bell and Drum Towers in advance?

Yes, full-price adult tickets must be booked online in advance.

Tickets are available 1–3 days before the visit date.

Please book as early as possible, especially during weekends, peak seasons and holidays.

Can I buy a ticket on the spot upon arrival?

  • Full-price online tickets: not available for on-site purchase
  • Discounted tickets (seniors, students): available at the ticket office with valid ID
  • Free tickets (minors under 18): available for on-site exchange with valid ID
Same-day full-price walk-up tickets are NOT available.
Please make a reservation before your visit to avoid being denied entry.

Is there any place in Bell and Drum Towers to deposit  luggage?

There is no official luggage storage inside the scenic area.Commercial luggage storage is available nearby.

Official & Nearby Luggage Storage Options

  1. Self-service lockers at Shichahai Metro Station
    Location: Shichahai Station (Exit A2), about 160 meters from Drum Tower
    Hours: Same as metro operation hours
    Details: Small bags only; collect before closing.
  2. Paid Storage near Drum Tower
    Location: Around Drum Tower Main Entrance
    Hours: 09:00–22:00 daily
    Policy: Backpack ¥10/day, suitcase ¥20/day; collect on the same day.
  3. Paid Commercial Storage (Nearby)
    Shops and service points around the Drum Tower offer paid luggage deposit (¥10–20 per item, depending on size).

Important Notes:

  1. The scenic area does not provide large luggage storage inside.
  2. Do not store valuables (laptops, cameras, cash, etc.).
  3. Pets are not allowed inside the scenic area.
  4. Closed on Mondays (except legal holidays).

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