Forbidden City Guided Group Tour with Entry Tickets|Multi‑Departs

Duration2h - 3h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 100 travelers

Overview

Embark on an unforgettable imperial tour with flexible daily departure times. You can choose to add Tian'anmen Square sightseeing or explore only the Forbidden City upon booking.
This 2-3 hour excursion includes all entry tickets, letting you skip ticket procedures and focus purely on sightseeing. Led by seasoned guides with over 15 years of experience, immerse yourself in captivating royal tales and magnificent ancient architectures, and delve deep into the timeless heritage of the Forbidden City.
Feel free to wander and explore the palace at your own pace after the guided tour ends.

Options

2 Hour Forbidden City

Duration: 2 hours
2 Hour Forbidden City: Meet in front of Meridian Gate of the Forbidden City at 8:30/10:30/12:30/14:00. Visit Forbidden City with tickets included
2‑hour Forbidden City: 2‑hour Forbidden City‑only tour with entry ticket and English‑speaking guide.
Meeting point: Meridian Gate (main entrance)
Starting point:
Quezuomen, W97X+55V, Dongcheng, Beijing, China, 100006

Tian'anmen & Forbidden City

Duration: 3 hours
TiananmenSquare&Forbidden City: Meet at Laoshe Teahouse: 7:30AM & 9:30AM &11:30AM. Tour including entry to Tian’anmen Square&the Forbidden City.
Starting point:
Lao She's Teahouse, China, Bei Jing Shi, Xi Cheng Qu, Qian Men Xi Da Jie, 正阳市场3号楼邮政编码: 100031

1 Hour Forbidden City Quick To

1 Hour Forbidden City Quick To: Includes your Forbidden City entry ticket&professional guided commentary, all in a quick one-hour visit.
Starting point:
Quezuomen, W97X+55V, Dongcheng, Beijing, China, 100006

What's included

If you choose 2 Hour Forbidden City Tour, you will only visit Forbidden City
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
Meals

What to expect

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Please note that we have two 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 Hour Forbidden City Group Tour
Start time: 8:30AM, 10:30AM, 12:30PM & 2:00 PM
Meet at Meridian Gate (the main entrance of the Forbidden City)
Tiananmen Square
30m

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.)
The Palace Museum
10m · Admission ticket included

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.
Hall of Supreme Harmony (Taihe Dian)
20m · Admission ticket included

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.
Hall of Preserving Harmony (Baohedian)
20m · Admission ticket included

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).
Palace of Heavenly Purity
20m · Admission ticket included

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.
The Imperial Garden of The Palace Museum
20m · Admission ticket included

If you choose Option 2, 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.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Looking for the panda bear flag
7:30AM/9:30AM/11:30AM Tour : Tian'anmen Square and Forbidden City Tour
Reach by taxi: Laoshe Teahouse, 请带我去前门老舍茶馆. Reach by subway: line 2 at Qianmen Station, exit C, then walking 300 meters along the Qianmen West Street.

Meeting point

Facing Meridian Gate-On your right side, by east entrance of the square
1: From Tian’anmen Square:You need to reserve entry to 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
3: Subway:Line 8 Jinyu Hutong→25+mins walk

End point

Tour will end at the north gate of the Forbidden city

Additional information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Your passport name and number are required at time of booking (for all participants)
Please don't forget to bring your passport, you may be refused entry without it.
0-3 Years old infant is free, children have to purchase tickets as well
Tian'anmen Square might close without advance notice due to government activity, if this happens you will skip the Square
Tour departs punctually. Please arrive 10 minutes early. Once the tour left, you are unable to join the tour, and this tour is not refundable.
Chinese citizens, including customers from Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan, need to reserve the tickets for the Palace Museum 7 days in advance. Once the tickets for the Palace Museum are sold out, it will be impossible to participate in this itinerary. In addition, according to the regulations of the Palace Museum, Chinese citizens can only choose to reserve tickets with their ID cards. Therefore, when making a reservation, it is necessary to submit the Chinese name and ID card number, and on the day of the tour, the submitted ID document must be presented to join the tour group.
In case of peak travel seasons and when all the tickets reserved online for the scenic area are sold out, tourists are required to go to the ticket office of the scenic area by themselves under the guidance of the tour guide to handle the purchase of paper tickets on-site. Please be informed.
Since this is a small - group itinerary, your punctual arrival at the meeting point is essential for a seamless travel experience. Tiananmen Square and the Palace Museum have strict regulations and procedures. If you are late, it may unfortunately prevent you from joining the tour and entering the Palace Museum. Due to the unique nature of the itinerary arrangements, in the event that lateness causes you to miss the tour, we regret that we will not be able to process a refund. We highly recommend that you communicate with your hotel in advance to accurately confirm the travel time from the hotel to the meeting point and make sufficient preparations. This way, you can embark on your journey with ease and enjoy every moment of it.
In Peak season, the security checks at Tiananmen Square are particularly stringent. If the waiting time exceeds one hour, we recommend considering a bus ride that passes by the square. Given the sweltering heat, waiting in line for an extended period increases the risk of heat - related illnesses. 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.
This tour is not recommended for travelers with physical/visual impairments or mobility restrictions due to varied terrain (underground passages, stairs) and the length of the tour. Please note that this tour covers 4 hours of walking.
This tour is not recommended for travelers with physical/visual impairments or mobility restrictions due to varied terrain (underground passages, stairs) and the length of the tour. Please note that this tour covers 4 hours of walking.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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