September 18th History Museum
“九·一八”历史博物馆 · Jiǔ-Yībā Lìshǐ Bówùguǎn
Built near the spot where Japan’s Kwantung Army staged the railway bombing of 18 September 1931 that began its occupation of north-east China; the stone “calendar” building is a landmark.
Booking requiredBring your passport2 hours
Tip
The museum reopened in August 2025 after a full renovation. It is a sombre, graphic memorial of the occupation, so it is not ideal for young children. Free guided tours are in Chinese; audio guides can be rented.
- Opening hours
- Summer about 08:30–17:00 (last entry 16:00), winter about 09:00–16:30 (last entry 15:30). Closed Mondays. To be confirmed
- Price
- Free
- How to book
- Free, but book a time slot in advance online through the museum’s official WeChat channel (the museum warns against unofficial booking services), and bring your passport. To be confirmed Could not get tickets? Tell us what you need
- Getting there
- Metro Line 10 to Beita (北塔), Exit A, then about 15 min’s walk; or Line 4 to Beidaying (北大营), Exit C, 15 min
- Address in Chinese
- 辽宁省沈阳市大东区望花南街46号
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