The Ultimate Guide to Hubei Provincial Museum!

Hubei Provincial Museum is located on the shore of East Lake in Wuhan. It is a national 5A-level tourist attraction with a collection of more than 240,000 items, including nearly 1,000 national first-class cultural relics. It is not only a treasure trove of history but also a cultural palace. To make your visit more enjoyable, we have prepared this guide for you. 1. Basic Information • Address: No. 160, East Lake Road, Wuchang District, Wuhan • Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 9:00 am–5:00 pm (last entry at 4:00 pm), closed on Mondays (except public holidays) • Ticket Reservation: Free admission, but you need to make a reservation 1–5 days in advance through the official website or WeChat account of Hubei Provincial Museum. Tickets are released at 5:18 pm every day. 2. Transportation • Subway: Take Line 8 to "Shengbo Hubei Daily" Station, exit from Exit A, and walk 254 meters to the north gate. If you take a taxi, we recommend setting the destination to the south gate. • Bus: Take a bus to "Donghu Road Provincial Museum" Station, and walk 76 meters to the museum. 3. Exhibition Guide • Recommended Route: Enter from the south building, visit the Marquis Yi of Zeng Exhibition Hall, the Sword of Goujian Exhibition Hall, the Zeng Family Exhibition Hall, the 800 Years of Chu Exhibition Hall, and the Liangzhuang King Collection Exhibition Hall in order. Then, walk to the north building through the corridor on the third floor, visit the Children's Experience Hall (east building), and finally leave the museum. If you want to watch the chime bell performance, you can go to the Chime Bell Performance Hall on the B1 floor. • Chime Bell Performance: Adult tickets are CNY 50 each, and discount tickets are CNY 30 each (military personnel, students, people with disabilities, and seniors aged 65–69 can buy discount tickets with valid ID). Minors under 1.4 meters are free of charge (no seat, must be accompanied by an adult). The performance time is arranged according to the actual needs of the audience every day. You can buy tickets on-site or make a reservation in advance. • Free Guide: There are volunteer guides at 10:00 am and 2:00 pm every day. You can also rent a guide device or choose a paid guide. 4. Useful Tips • Storage Service: Free storage service is available at both the south and north gates. Large luggage is recommended to be stored at the north gate. • Dining Service: There are restaurants and cafes in the museum, but the prices are relatively high. We recommend bringing your own snacks. • Cultural and Creative Products: There are cultural and creative stores on the first and third floors where you can buy souvenirs. Popular items such as chime bell fridge magnets may be out of stock. • Photo Spots: The top 10 treasures of the museum, such as the Sword of Goujian, the Chime Bells of Marquis Yi of Zeng, and the Chonyang Bronze Drum, are must-see photo spots. 5. Nearby Recommendations After visiting Hubei Provincial Museum, you can also visit Hubei Museum of Art nearby or ride a shared bike to East Lake for a fun day. Hubei Provincial Museum is not only a place to display historical relics but also a great place to experience Jingchu culture and appreciate the charm of Chinese civilization. We hope this guide will make your visit more fulfilling and enjoyable!