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A traditional building with a tiled roof and a large entrance. 1
A traditional Chinese architectural complex with red buildings and a large courtyard. 2
A traditional Chinese building with a large courtyard and a reflective water surface in front. 3
An open courtyard with a traditional Chinese building in the background. 4
A traditional Chinese courtyard with tiled flooring, large stone lanterns, and red-brick buildings under a green roof. 5
By Your Beijing Guide

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €3 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

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.

Activity location

  • Forbidden City-The Palace Museum
    • No.4 Jingshanqian Street, Dongcheng District,
    • 100009, Beijing, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Forbidden City-The Palace Museum
    • No.4 Jingshanqian Street, Dongcheng District,
    • 100009, Beijing, China

Check availability

T-Square Reservation Service

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h

Forbidden City Not Included

Starting time: 07:30
Price details
€2.59 x 1 Adult€2.59
Total
Price is €2.59
Until Thu, 17 Sept

Forbidden City Ticket Only

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h

Tiananmen Square Not Included

Price details
€16.38 x 1 Adult€16.38
Total
Price is €16.38
Until Thu, 17 Sept

Forbidden City+T-Square

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h

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

Price details
€18.97 x 1 Adult€18.97
Total
Price is €18.97
Until Thu, 17 Sept

What's included, what's not

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

Know before you book

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

Forbidden City-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.

Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang)

  • 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.

Location

Activity location

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    Forbidden City-The Palace Museum
    • No.4 Jingshanqian Street, Dongcheng District,
    • 100009, Beijing, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Forbidden City-The Palace Museum
    • No.4 Jingshanqian Street, Dongcheng District,
    • 100009, Beijing, China

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