Yichang Museum
宜昌博物馆
A large comprehensive museum opened in 2019, shaped like a “golden phoenix turning its head,” with exhibits on Ba and Chu culture, the Three Gorges migrations and hydropower projects.
The new Yichang Museum lies on Qiusuo Road in Wujiagang District, with a floor area of about 40,000 square metres. Its exhibits cover Yichang's history from ancient times to the modern era. Highlights include Ba and Chu bronzes, Chu lacquerware and bamboo slips, artefacts excavated in the Three Gorges, and special displays on gorge migration and the Three Gorges Project, along with interactive areas for children. Admission is free, but visits must be booked in advance. The museum is closed on Mondays, and a visit takes about 2–3 hours. A taxi from the city centre takes about 20 minutes. It is a good choice for rainy or hot days.
Opening hours
Tue–Sun 09:00–17:00 (closed Mon)
Nearby sights
- Tianran Pagoda
- Yichang Riverside Park & Yangtze Night Cruise
- Mojishan Park
- Gezhouba Dam
- Nanjinguan (Xiling Gorge Mouth)
- Sanyou Cave (Three Travellers Cave)
- Shipai Anti-Japanese War Memorial
- Qingjiang Gallery