Walking distance from Tiananmen to Mausoleum of Mao Zedong
Central Axis of Beijing, CN
Distance
1.21 km
0.75 mi
Walking time
16 min
at a regular pace
Travel time by mode
🚶Walking16 minrecommended
🚴Cycling5 minif bike-friendly
🚗Driving2 mindepending on traffic
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Walking the route
- Add 10-15 minutes for photo stops at Tiananmen or Mausoleum of Mao Zedong.
- The route runs through Central Axis of Beijing streets - wear comfortable shoes.
- Standing at Tiananmen Square, the grandeur of the Monument to the People's Heroes looms before you. The air is thick with the scent of street food - fried dough sticks and steaming buns waft through the crowd. Voices min
Other walking distances in Central Axis of Beijing
Forbidden City → National Museum of China1.78 km · 24 minForbidden City → Tiananmen922 m · 12 minForbidden City → Mausoleum of Mao Zedong2.12 km · 28 minTemple of Heaven → National Museum of China3.99 km · 53 minTemple of Heaven → Tiananmen4.53 km · 1hTemple of Heaven → Mausoleum of Mao Zedong3.93 km · 53 min
FAQ
How far is Tiananmen from Mausoleum of Mao Zedong?
1.21 km (0.75 mi) on foot. The walk is direct through Central Axis of Beijing.
How long does it take to walk?
About 16 min at a regular pace. Add 10-15 minutes for photo stops or rest breaks.
Can I walk between Tiananmen and Mausoleum of Mao Zedong?
Yes - the 1.21 km route is suitable for most walkers. Full turn-by-turn directions.