Zhejiang Provincial Museum 浙江省博物馆
Zhejiang's flagship museum on Solitary Hill, strong on Yue ware ceramics, calligraphy and the Liangzhu jade culture.
Note there are two sites: this lakeside Gushan branch and the newer, much larger Zhijiang branch — check which exhibition you want before going.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to book Zhejiang Provincial Museum in advance?
Weekdays that are not public holidays: no advance booking for individuals — enter by swiping a physical ID card (social-security card or '五星卡' also accepted). Weekends and statutory holidays: online booking required via the museum's WeChat official account '浙江省博物馆' or the '云上浙博' mini-program (in 浙里办 app / Alipay or WeChat 浙里办 mini-program), max 4 people per reservation; on-site booking machines also exist at the entrance. The 圆明园 special exhibition (from 6 Aug 2026) requires its own timed reservation: slots 09:00–12:00, 12:00–16:30, 16:30–19:00, tickets released daily at 20:00, 7 days ahead, single-day cap 10,000, no on-site and no group booking; present original ID card or reservation QR code at the gate (one scan only). No page states that foreigners can book with a passport; documents named are 身份证原件、社保卡、五星卡.
When is Zhejiang Provincial Museum closed?
Closed on Mondays. Opening hours: 09:00–17:00.
How much is a ticket to Zhejiang Provincial Museum?
Entry is free. Admission is free; the special exhibition '再现圆明园——国宝百年归藏特展' (30 Jul – 18 Oct 2026, Zhijiang venue, Gallery A) is also free but requires a separate timed reservation. No paid or separately charged sections are mentioned.
How long do I need at Zhejiang Provincial Museum?
Plan about 1.5 hours.
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