Sichuan Museum 四川博物院
A major provincial museum covering Sichuan's archaeology, ethnic cultures, bronzes and Buddhist art. It is free and close to Du Fu Thatched Cottage.
Focus on the巴蜀青铜 and Buddhist sculpture galleries if time is short.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to book Sichuan Museum in advance?
Advance real-name reservation is mandatory, made through the '四川博物院' WeChat official/service account (微信公众号/微信服务号); tickets for the coming 7 days can be booked (daily cap 10,000 visitors incl. special groups, 1,200 for groups); enter by scanning the original ID card or the reservation QR code. Children 6 and under and seniors 60+ may enter directly by swiping their ID card; veterans, martyrs' families, disabled visitors and special groups register on site with original documents. No page states whether foreign visitors can book with a passport.
When is Sichuan Museum closed?
Closed on Mondays. Opening hours: 09:00–17:00.
How much is a ticket to Sichuan Museum?
Entry is free. General admission is free (free ticket, but reservation required); some temporary special exhibitions are charged separately — e.g. the '观妙入真——永乐宫的建筑艺术与传承' exhibition (2026-07-09 to 12-06) costs 38–75 CNY. One OTA page lists a 'lowest price from ¥38.9' bookable ticket, which refers to paid special exhibitions rather than general entry.
How long do I need at Sichuan Museum?
Plan about 2 hours.
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