Yongchuan Museum
Yongchuan Museum Highlights
The Yongchuan museum is located in the Yongchuan District of Chongqing, China. This museum serves as a vital hub for preserving and showcasing the rich history, culture, and heritage of the region.
The museum provides both locals and visitors with a chance to explore the region’s archaeological finds, traditional craftsmanship, and important historical events.
Yongchuan Museum Operating Hours
Open Today until 5:00 PM
Operating Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Information is provided for reference only. Do not solely rely on this.
Getting to the Yongchuan Museum
Driving
Train
Destination Station: Yongchuannan 永川南
Price: ¥26 – ¥46
Yongchuan Museum Facilities
Restroom
Restrooms are available at various places in the museum.
Parking
Paid parking is available at the Yongchuan Museum.
Language
Information is posted in both Chinese and English.
Yongchuan Museum Guide Map
Things to Know Before Visiting
- The museum’s permanent exhibitions and temporary exhibitions are open to the public free of charge.
- Please enter the museum in an orderly manner according to the guidance of the staff. Young children, elderly people, and people with mobility difficulties must be accompanied by a guardian.
- It is strictly forbidden to bring flammable and explosive materials, controlled weapons, corrosive substances, large items, pets, or other dangerous goods or items that may pollute the museum environment.
- Do not touch the cultural relics, make loud noises, eat, smoke, or litter in the exhibition hall.
- Please take care of public facilities. If any damage is caused, you will be required to pay for the damage and bear the corresponding legal responsibility.
- To access the Official Museum, please scan the QR code below.
Things to See at Yongchuan Museum
Learn the history of Yongchuan
It’s an interesting stop for anyone who wants to learn more about the local history of Yongchuan, a district known for its mix of traditional Chinese culture, historical relics, and modern developments.
See the dinosaur eggs
The museum’s collection covers a wide range of topics, from ancient artifacts and historical documents to artworks and folk culture. It serves as both a place for education and a venue for cultural exchange.
The discovery of dinosaur egg fossils in the Yongchuan area is one of the most exciting paleontological finds in China.
Explore many fossils
It has a deep history dating back thousands of years, and the museum’s archaeological collection is a major highlight.
The exhibits include relics from ancient civilizations in the region, such as pottery, tools, weapons, and bronze artifacts. Also, check out the Rongchang Pottery Museum if you are a big fan of pottery.
It is recognized as an important site for dinosaur fossils, including eggs, bones, and footprints, dating back to the Late Cretaceous period. (Visit Wushan for human ancesstor fossils).
Explore the gift shop
The museum’s gift shop offers a variety of traditional and modern cultural products that showcase the region’s heritage.
Visitors can find souvenirs such as enamel magnets, Sturgeon Fossil, postcards, and items inspired by the museum’s architecture and dinosaur fossils.
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