Items | Forbidden City Guided Group Tour with Entry Tickets|Multi‑Departs
Forbidden City Guided Group Tour with Entry Tickets|Multi‑Departs
(2055) Reviews
Dong Cheng Qu
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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Your passport name and number are required at time of booking (for all participants)
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Please don't forget to bring your passport, you may be refused entry without it.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Ideal for history, culture, architecture, and museum enthusiasts, this tour embodies the popular saying: "70% of visiting the Forbidden City is learning its stories, 30% is seeing the palaces". Over this walking experience, you’ll pause at key spots for engaging "story time"—gaining deep insights into its rich culture—while exploring major buildings and courtyards. With small group size, you’ll enjoy personalized attention from your guide. Entrance fees are included.
Highlights
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
If you choose 2 Hour Forbidden City Tour, you will only visit Forbidden City
If you choose the Coal Hill Park option then entry ticket is included
Group tour includes a professional guide
Fobiddden city entrance fee
If you choose the Tian'anmen Square option entry ticket is included
Hotel pick up and drop-off
Gratuites
If you choose option: Tian'anmen Square and Forbidden City, you will not visit Coal Hill Park
If you choose Forbidden City and Coal Hill Park option, you will not visit Tian'anmen Square
Meals
Meeting Points
Departure
Meridian Gate
1: From Tian’anmen Square: You need to reserve entry to Tian’anmen Square by yourself. Security check queues may take 1–3 hours(NOT recommend)
2: Taxi: Donghuamen (东华门-景山前街4号)15‑min walk along moat to Meridian Gate.
3: Subway: Line 8 Jinyu Hutong → 20+ mins walk to main entrance
Return
景山西街44号南门
Tour will end at the north gate of the Forbidden city
Forbidden City Guided Group Tour with Entry Tickets|Multi‑Departs
(2055) Reviews
Dong Cheng Qu
About
Ideal for history, culture, architecture, and museum enthusiasts, this tour embodies the popular saying: "70% of visiting the Forbidden City is learning its stories, 30% is seeing the palaces". Over this walking experience, you’ll pause at key spots for engaging "story time"—gaining deep insights into its rich culture—while exploring major buildings and courtyards. With small group size, you’ll enjoy personalized attention from your guide. Entrance fees are included.
Highlights
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
If you choose 2 Hour Forbidden City Tour, you will only visit Forbidden City
If you choose the Coal Hill Park option then entry ticket is included
Group tour includes a professional guide
Fobiddden city entrance fee
If you choose the Tian'anmen Square option entry ticket is included
Hotel pick up and drop-off
Gratuites
If you choose option: Tian'anmen Square and Forbidden City, you will not visit Coal Hill Park
If you choose Forbidden City and Coal Hill Park option, you will not visit Tian'anmen Square
Meals
Meeting Points
Departure
Meridian Gate
1: From Tian’anmen Square: You need to reserve entry to Tian’anmen Square by yourself. Security check queues may take 1–3 hours(NOT recommend)
2: Taxi: Donghuamen (东华门-景山前街4号)15‑min walk along moat to Meridian Gate.
3: Subway: Line 8 Jinyu Hutong → 20+ mins walk to main entrance
Return
景山西街44号南门
Tour will end at the north gate of the Forbidden city
Please note that we have three different tour packages available.
Please choose according to your needs, and check carefully the different meeting points and times for each option.
You must bring your actual valid passport for this tour.
Option 1
Tian’anmen Square & Forbidden City Group Tour
Start time: 7:30 am & 9:30am & 11:30am
Meeting point: In front of Laoshe Teahouse
Option 2
2.5 Hour Forbidden City (without Tian’anmen Square)
Start time: 8:00 am
Meeting point: In front of Donghuamen (East Gate of the Forbidden City)
Option 3
2 Hour Forbidden City Group Tour
Start time: 9:00 AM, 12:30PM & 2:00 PM
Meet at Meridian Gate (the main entrance of the Forbidden City)
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Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang)
For Option 1: You will visit Tian'anmen Square first. Tiananmen Square is the geographical center of Beijing City. It is the largest city square in the world, occupying an area of 440,000 square meters. Followed by your expert and professional guide, a very informative introduction of the Tian'anmen square and surrounding buildings will be given to your group, as everyone moves along towards to the Forbidden City. (Note: In peak season security checks at Tiananmen Square are particularly stringent. If the waiting time exceeds 1 hour, we recommend considering a bus ride that passes by the square. Additionally, spending too much time at the square could detract from your experience at the iconic Forbidden City, which is a highlight of our tour. We will only proceed with this alternative if the majority of the group is in agreement. Please keep this in mind as we plan our visit.)
30 minutes
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Forbidden City-The Palace Museum
Once enter the Forbidden City, your guide will find a quite sitting area and introduce you to the palace, making you feel immersed in the history of the Ming and Qing Dynasty.
People always say: when visit Forbidden city, 70% is to learn the stories and 30% is to see the palace.During the walking tour, you will stop at different locations to have the "Story time" and gain the insight view to the fascinating culture.This detailed tour to the Forbidden city also including the visit to the important museums to discover the treasures from the Ming and Qing Dynasties.
10 minutes
4
Hall of Great Harmony (Taihe Dian)
You'll be walking pass the most notable buildings during the tour as well as the west and east chambers. Check the Itinerary for the full list of sights.
Stroll around the courtyards and halls of the Forbidden city with your tour guide, and learn the histories and stories about this massive palace. You will visit these buildings inside the Forbidden City.
20 minutes
5
Hall of Preserving Harmony (Baohedian)
Including the Hall of Supreme Harmony (for grand imperial ceremonies), the Hall of Central Harmony (for the emperor's pre-ritual rest and preparation) and the Hall of Preserving Harmony (for royal banquets and the imperial examination).
20 minutes
6
Palace of Heavenly Purity
Then continue to explore the imperial living quarters in the palace: the Hall of Heavenly Purity (the emperor’s bedroom and office), the Hall of Union (a symbolic hall for imperial couples), and the Hall of Earthly Tranquillity (the empress’s residence).
Our knowledgeable tour guide will share fascinating stories and intriguing historical facts behind these magnificent buildings throughout the tour.
20 minutes
7
The Imperial Garden of The Palace Museum
If you choose Option 3, you will only visit the Forbidden City. The tour includes entry ticket and guided service, lasting about 2 hours. Please arrive on time; late arrivals cannot join the tour.
