# Capital Museum vs National Art Museum of China

> Capital Museum and National Art Museum of China are two of Beijing's essential museums — both art museums. Here is how they compare on admission, highlights, and time needed.

## Choose Capital Museum if…
Choose Capital Museum for Bronze Nao Bell Set and Buddha Head from Wanfosi Temple — standard admission is free. Allow 2–3 hours.

## Choose National Art Museum of China if…
Choose National Art Museum of China for Galloping Horse and Ink Landscapes — standard admission is free. Allow 1.5–2 hours.

## Visiting both
Both are in Beijing. Their suggested visits (2–3 hours and 1.5–2 hours) fit into one full day if you start early. Note closures: Capital Museum closes on Mondays; National Art Museum of China closes on Mondays.

- Capital Museum: https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/capital-museum/
- National Art Museum of China: https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/national-art-museum-of-china/

Updated 2026-07-18. Source: https://worldmuseumguide.org/compare/capital-museum-vs-national-art-museum-of-china/ — World Museum Guide.