Beijing’s Antique Markets

Beijing offers a unique selection of antique markets due to its rich history. Whether you are an antique aficionado, tourist looking for gifts or on the hunt for home decoration inspiration, ReFox has got you covered. Explore Beijing’s Antique Markets with us!

 
Liulichang Antique Street 琉璃厂

A walk through Liulichang Antique Street is a fascinating experience. There are two sides of the street – The East and the West. The streets are connected by a bridge. The shops on Liulichang Antique Street are indoor shops with a few outside vendor stalls selling authentic antiques. The sprawling streets on both sides offer a feast for the eyes.

Liulichang Street was a place for scholars, painters and calligraphers in ancient Beijing to get creative. Among Beijing’s Antique Markets it has always been a well-known haunt for authentic antiques with the locals but is gaining popularity rapidly among visitors to Beijing.

Take a break from the fast paced city life and immerse yourself in the traditional Chinese culture walking down Liulichang Antique Street.

Merchandise sold: Paintbrushes, Chinese paintings, calligraphy, past dynasty potteries, writing brush, ink stick, ink slab, paper, hanging scrolls, Jades, Porcelain, carpets, folk art, silk, books and Buddhist statuaries.

If after shopping you need a boost of energy then pop down to the teahouse for a refreshing sip or grab a coffee at the art book shop.

Contact
English Address: Liulichang Street, Xuanwu district

Chinese Address: 琉璃厂街，宣武区

Opening Hours: Daily 8:30am-7pm

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Getting there
Public Transportation: Take subway line 2 and get off at the station of Hepingmen. Take the Exit C2, turn left and walk straight until you get to the bridge.

Private transportation: If you prefer to go there by car, we at ReFoX will be delighted to arrange for a private car with driver for you. Just contact us at services@refoxrelocation.com.

 
Panjiayuan Antiques Market 潘家园旧货市场

The Panjiayuan Antiques Market is famous not just in China but all over the world. Sellers from all over China come to the flea market to showcase Chinese arts and crafts. It is renowned for selling a wide variety of second-hand goods and curios.

The vast area is an outdoor selection of stalls with a few indoor stores arranged in area zones specialising in various collectibles and antiques. Panjiayuan is a bargain paradise for lovers of second-hand goods, trinkets, mini Buddha statues, wooden puppets and what not.

As this antique market covers a vast area, it has been divided into four areas to make your experience shopping here less overwhelming.

Merchandise sold in Area 1: Emerald, Jade, Pearls, Agate, scripts, paintings, ancient Bamboo sculptures and painted arts and crafts

Merchandise sold in Area 2: Antiques sundries, folk second hand goods, ancient coins, modern objects and beads

Merchandise sold in Area 3: Chinese ethnic minority arts and crafts, trinkets, antiques and apparel

Merchandise sold in Area 4: Porcelains, Copper Wares, ornamental stones ,aggregated rocks, Red Stoneware (Zisha) arts and crafts

Due to the enormous space covered by this market, it is advised to look around, compare prices and bargain to negotiate a fair price. It is recommended to examine goods carefully if you are on the hunt for an authentic antique.

Contact
English Address: 18 Huawei Li, Chaoyang district

Chinese Address: 潘家园旧货市场 , 东城区潘家园路华威里18号

Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-6pm*; Sat-Sun 4:30am-4pm

*Only some of the permanent shops are open Monday through Friday.

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Getting there
Public Transportation: Take subway Line 10 and get off at Panjiayuan (preferably exit B), approximately 2 minutes walk to Panjiayuan. Then walk west for 200m to find the main entrance to the market.

Private transportation: If you prefer to go there by car, we at ReFoX will be delighted to arrange for a private car with driver for you. Just contact us at services@refoxrelocation.com.

 
Beijing Antique City 北京古玩城

Nearby Panjiayuan Antiques Market lies Beijing Antique City. It is a large building dedicated to shops of authentic antiques. The building has 4 floors: 1F, 2F, 3F, 4F, B1 and B2 (basement divided in two parts).

This is a sophisticated complex of shops based on each floor. It is expensive compared to Panjiayuan Antiques Market and Baoguosi Culture Market because it boasts of an exclusive collection of antiques and art work.

The glass display in the shops makes one forget that these are shops rather than an impressive museum. Beijing’s Antique City is perfect for a wander around and to get an insight on China’s unique art and crafts culture. If you feel like you need an expert opinion then don’t be afraid to ask the professionals on hand.

Merchandise sold: Porcelains, Potteries, classical furniture, traditional Chinese antique clocks, jewellery, Jade Ware, Raw Jade, Buddha figures, ancient relics, rugs, carpets, Ivory carvings, Copperware ceramic, antique Chinaware and scrolls etc.

Contact
English Address: 21 Dongsanhuan Nan Lu, Chaoyang district
Chinese Address: 朝阳区东三环南路21号

Opening Hours: Daily 9:00am-8:00pm

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Getting there
Public Transportation: Take subway line 10 and get off at the station of Panjiayuan. Beijing Antique City is located to the south of Panjiayuan Flea Market.

Private transportation: If you prefer to go there by car, we at ReFoX will be delighted to arrange for a private car with driver for you. Just contact us at services@refoxrelocation.com

Baoguosi Culture Market 报国寺文化市场

The Baoguosi Culture Market is enveloped in a serenity that draws you in. It is situated in what used to be an ancient temple from Liao Dynasty, right next to the Guanganmen metro station.

Among Beijing’s Antique Markets, Baoguosi Culture Market is an intimate affair compared to the hustle and bustle of Panjiayuan and Liulichang antique market.

Baoguosi market is recommended for serious collectors interested in vintage Chinese coins, bank notes, stamps and books. The antique stalls are located inside two of temple halls while the others are in surrounding parts. On weekends the Baoguosi market comes alive with vendors being allowed to sell in the open space.

Merchandise sold: Stones, jewellery, Buddhist statuaries, wood carvings, old money, Gold coins, Silver coins, Sycees, utensils, Ching dynasty stamps, bank notes, postcards, stamps, cigarette boxes, Chairman Mao memorabilia, old books, comics, vintage Chinese cards and bone sculptures.

Contact
English Address: 1 Guang’anmen Neidajie , Xuanwu district
Chinese Address: 广安门内大街报国寺1号, 宣武区

Opening Hours: Daily 8:30am-5pm

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Getting there
Public Transportation: Take subway Line 7 and get off at Guang’anmennei

Private transportation: If you prefer to go there by car, we at ReFoX will be delighted to arrange for a private car with driver for you. Just contact us at services@refoxrelocation.com.