Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Essential Information
Business Hours
Top Tip
Many museums and sights stop selling tickets 30 minutes before closing.
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Exceptions to the following hours are noted in individual listings.
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Bars and cafes
11am-2am Mon-Sun
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Internet cafes
24hr Mon-Sun
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Offices, banks & government departments
9am-5pm or 6pm Mon-Fri
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Restaurants
10.30am-10pm Mon-Sun
Discounts
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Children under a certain height (normally 120cm) get in free or for half price at sights, as
do seniors over the age of 65.
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Produce a student card or an
ISIC card
(
www.isiccard.com
) and you may get into sights
for half price.
Electricity
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Electricity is 220V/50 Hz. Beijing plugs vary, so you'll see up to four different sorts
around town. Adaptors are available to buy in Beijing.
