Forbidden City/Palace Museum and Tiananmen Square Entry Ticket

4.7 (69 reviews) Beijing, China
Duration3h - 4h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

Overview

Plan your Beijing visit with flexible ticket options for two of the city’s top landmarks.
Choose from three ticket types:

Forbidden City Ticket–Skip the hassle and secure your reservation in advance for China’s most famous imperial palace(Does not include Tiananmen Square)

Tiananmen Square Entry–Visit the world’s largest public square, a symbol of modern China( Does not include the Forbidden City--requires a security check and queuing. If this is inconvenient, please skip this option).

Forbidden City+Tiananmen–See both sites in one day with one convenient booking.
Each option is sold separately. Please select your preferred ticket type before booking.

Why Book With Us:
Official tickets with guaranteed entry
Flexible options to match your travel plans
No paper or QR code needed—enter directly with your passport
Important Notes:
** The Forbidden City is closed on Mondays.
** If “Tiananmen Square Entry Ticket only” shows on your date, it means the Forbidden City tickets are sold out.

Options

Forbidden City+T-Square

One booking for two attraction: Note: Entry to Tiananmen Square requires a security check and queuing. If this is inconvenient, please skip this option.

T-Square Reservation Service

Forbidden City Not Included

Forbidden City Ticket Only

Tiananmen Square Not Included

What's included

  • The Forbidden City (Palace Museum): Entry is by scanning your original passport at the gate.
  • Your Tiananmen Square voucher and visit tips will be emailed one day before your visit.
  • The QR code you receive from VIATOR after booking is only a confirmation, not your entry ticket.
  • Admission ticket(s) based on the option you selected (Forbidden City / Tiananmen Square / Combo).
  • This is a combo product. Purchasing a ticket for one site does not include entry to the other.
  • NOT accessible for Chinese passport/ID
  • Important: If you cannot provide a valid WhatsApp, WeChat, or email, please do not book this ticket.
  • Basic English required. Please don’t book if you can’t read or communicate in English.

What to expect

  1. The Palace Museum
    3h
    Forbidden City (The Palace Museum, Beijing)
    Step inside Beijing’s world-famous Forbidden City, also known as the Palace Museum, once home to 24 emperors. With your entry ticket, you can skip the lines and explore grand courtyards, golden-roofed halls, and hidden gardens while uncovering centuries of imperial history.
  2. Tiananmen Square
    1h
    Tiananmen Square
    Visit Tiananmen Square, Beijing’s most iconic landmark and the world’s largest public square. With your reserved admission, experience the atmosphere of this historic site and admire surrounding monuments such as the National Museum, the Great Hall of the People, and the Monument to the People’s Heroes.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
The Palace Museum
No.4 Jingshanqian Street, Beijing, 100009, China
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End point
The Palace Museum
No.4 Jingshanqian Street, Beijing, 100009, China
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Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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4.7 (69)
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