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

By Discover Beijing Tours
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €22 per adult
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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.

Activity location

  • Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang)
    • West Changan Street, Dongcheng District,
    • 100006, Beijing, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Beijing Planning Exhibition Hall
    • 20 Qian Men Dong Da Jie
    • 100051, Dong Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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2 Hour Forbidden City

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

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

Language options: English
Starting time: 14:00
Price details
€21.52 x 1 Adult€21.52
Total
Price is €21.52

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    If you choose 2 Hour Forbidden City Tour, you will only visit Forbidden City
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Group tour includes a professional guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Fobiddden city entrance fee
  • What's includedWhat's included
    If you choose the Tian'anmen Square option entry ticket is included
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Hotel pick up and drop-off
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Gratuites
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travellers 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.
  • This tour is not recommended for travellers 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.
  • 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 travellers 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.
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Beijing (Pass by)

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 (Tiananmen Guangchang)

  • 30m
For Option 1: You will visit Tian'anmen Square first. Tiananmen Square is the geographical centre of Beijing City. It is the largest city square in the world, occupying an area of 440,000 square metres. 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.)

Forbidden City-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 Great 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.

Location

Activity location

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    Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang)
    • West Changan Street, Dongcheng District,
    • 100006, Beijing, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Beijing Planning Exhibition Hall
    • 20 Qian Men Dong Da Jie
    • 100051, Dong Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China
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    Meridian Gate
    • 4 Jing Shan Qian Jie
    • 100006, Dong Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China
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    Lao She's Teahouse
    • 正阳市场3号楼 Qian Men Xi Da Jie
    • 100031, Xi Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China

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