Forbidden City 600 Year Imperial Secrets plus Hidden Gems

Duration3h - 4h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesGerman, Chinese, Chinese, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Explore the grandeur of the Forbidden City on a relaxed guided day tour. With a professional guide, delve into the fascinating 600-year history and cultural stories that shape this iconic imperial palace. The tour pace is leisurely, allowing you to fully appreciate the stunning architecture and hidden gems without the usual crowds. Enjoy an immersive experience that balances classic highlights with in-depth narratives, making it perfect for history enthusiasts and casual travelers alike. Either make your own way to the meeting point or opt for convenient pickup from your location.

- Discover the Forbidden City’s rich history with a licensed guide
- Enjoy a relaxed pace, avoiding crowded tour groups
- Experience both famous landmarks and lesser-known treasures
- Pickup options available for added convenience

What's included

Admission fee
Landing and facility fees
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuities
Fuel surcharge

What to expect

The Palace Museum
3h · Admission ticket included

Our licensed guide will meet you at the agreed spot, then whisk you into the Forbidden City—this 600-year-old imperial wonder that feels like stepping straight into a real-life royal movie!

You’ll gawk at the jaw-dropping Hall of Supreme Harmony (the grandest throne hall ever, where emperors ruled like true kings of old) and trace the secrets of the Middle and Preserving Harmony Halls—our guide will spill all the juicy royal gossip and mind-blowing stories behind every golden tile and carved dragon.

Then we’ll sneak you to the hidden后宫 (imperial harem) spots—where queens and concubines lived, plotted, and laughed (you’ll feel like you can almost hear their whispers!). We’ll hit the magical Imperial Garden (so pretty it looks like a fairy tale set) and the tricky-to-find corner towers (their design is so clever, it’ll make you wonder how ancient builders pulled it off).

No boring facts—just wild stories, eye-popping sights, and every hidden gem you’d never find alone

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

If you need hotel pickup, our guide will be waiting in the hotel lobby holding a blue flag with the words 'Changyou Beijing' (Enjoy Traveling Beijing) printed on it. If you choose to meet us at the Forbidden City, our guide will also be at the main entrance, holding a flag with your name on it

End point

If you need hotel pickup, our guide will be waiting in the hotel lobby holding a blue flag with the words 'Changyou Beijing' (Enjoy Traveling Beijing) printed on it. If you choose to meet us at the Forbidden City, our guide will also be at the main entrance, holding a flag with your name on it

Pickup details

If you need hotel pickup, our guide will be waiting in the hotel lobby holding a blue flag with the words 'Changyou Beijing' (Enjoy Traveling Beijing) printed on it. If you choose to meet us at the Forbidden City, our guide will also be at the main entrance, holding a flag with your name on it

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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