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

Location Beijing, Northern China, China
$27
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Overview

History enthusiasts will appreciate the insights offered during this walking tour of the Forbidden City and Beijing Urban Planning Exhibition Center. A blend of storytelling and architectural exploration awaits participants as they delve into the rich culture of the area.

  • 📜 Group size is limited to 10 people for personalized attention from your guide.
  • 🏰 Entrance fees are included in the tour price.
  • 🕰️ The tour lasts 4 hours, featuring stops at various major buildings and courtyards.
  • 📍 Meeting point is in front of Beijing Urban Planning Exhibition Center.
  • 📖 "Story time" sessions provide insight into the captivating history and culture.

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The experience offers several options. This price includes:

2 Hour Forbidden City
Duration: 2 hours
2 Hour Forbidden City: Meet in front of Meridian Gate of the Forbidden City at 9:00am, 12:30&14:00. Visit Forbidden City Only. Tickets are 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:
Meridian Gate, 4 Jing Shan Qian Jie, Dong Cheng Qu, China, 100006
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide

The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • If you choose the Tian'anmen Square option entry ticket is included
  • Fobiddden city entrance fee
  • Group tour includes a professional guide
  • If you choose the Coal Hill Park option then entry ticket is included
  • If you choose 2 Hour Forbidden City Tour, you will only visit Forbidden City
  • Meals
  • If you choose Forbidden City and Coal Hill Park option, you will not visit Tian'anmen Square
  • If you choose option: Tian'anmen Square and Forbidden City, you will not visit Coal Hill Park
  • Gratuites
  • Hotel pick up and drop-off

Meeting point
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
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.
8:00am+12:30 Tour : Forbidden City Tour without Tian'anmen Square Reach by taxi Donghuamen, 请带我去故宫东华门. Reach by subway: line 8 at Jingyu Hutong Station, exit C, then walking 700 meters along the Donghuamen Street.
10:00am Tour: Meeting Point : Tian'anmen Square Forbidden City Tour start at 10:00am meeting point Reach by taxi: 请带我去北京城市规划馆前门东大街20号- 北京规划展览馆 Reach by subway: Qianmen Station, exit E2, after exit, turn left pass by Beijing Railway Station Museum, then turn right walking 400 meters
Return details
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 Forbidden City & Coal Hill Park Group Tour (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) (pass by)
  • Tiananmen Square
    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
    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 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.
  • 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).
  • 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.
  • Jingshan Park
    If you choose option 2, after the Forbidden city. Dive into Beijing's rich history with a short hike in Jingshan Park, climb up to the the summit of Jingshan Hill with your tour guide, enjoy panoramic views of Beijing's cityscape, including an unparalleled view of the Forbidden City. For option 2, your tour will end here.
  • 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.

  • 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.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • 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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    Forbidden City Guided Group Tour with Entry Tickets|Multi‑Departs

    Location Beijing, Northern China, China
    $27
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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