Beijing Forbidden City Slack Season and Peak Season Admission Ticket

3.7 (3 reviews) Beijing, China
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Duration2h - 3h
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Overview

The Forbidden City, being one of the top attractions in Beijing and the ticket is limited to 30,000 per day, it can be difficult to obtain the ticket on the travel day. So booking the ticket in advance is a must. With your pre-booked entrance ticket, skip the long lines and whisk directly inside by showing your passport at the entrance(South Gate).

Options

Ticket+private guide

Ticket+English speaking guide: Guide will meet you in your hotel lobby,then take a taxi or Didi to Forbidden City(transportation fee on your own cost)

Morning Standard Ticket

Morning Entrance Ticket: Enter the Forbidden City between 8:30am and 12:00pm.

Afternoon Standard Ticket

Afternoon Entrance Ticket: Enter the Forbidden City between 11:00am and 3:30pm.

What's included

  • Entrance fee
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

What to expect

  1. The Palace Museum
    Admission ticket included
    Please ensure to provide all travelers' correct passport number and full name upon booking. Once it's purchased, you will receive a booking confirmation. On your travel date, access to the Forbidden City by using your passport at the entrance--South Gate. This is an E-ticket, no need to change paper ticket.
    Forbidden City opening time: April 1 to October 31--8:30am to 4:00pm.
    November 1 to March 31-- 8:30am to 3:30pm.
    This is only for passport holders.
    Enter from Meridian Gate (in Chinese午门).
    If you take a cab, please ask driver to drop you off at East Gate (in Chinese 东华门) or West Gate(in Chinese 西华门), then you need to walk to Meridian Gate.

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

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please ensure all travelers' passport number and full name (must match your passport) is provided and accurate upon booking. Otherwise, you won't be able to access to the attraction
  • Not 100% guarantee obtain the ticket. If tickets sold out, you will get fully refund
  • Only for passport holder
  • If you choose a tour, youth must be accompanied by an adult

Cancellation policy

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

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