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A group of tourists taking photos in front of a traditional Chinese building with red columns and a tiled roof. 1
A person practicing calligraphy with a brush on paper, surrounded by calligraphy tools and artworks. 2
Two individuals in traditional costumes seated on ornate chairs with a backdrop of floral patterns. 3
People sitting at a table, writing with pens. 4
Two people crafting red paper cutouts at a table. 5
By Localtripchina
Free cancellation available
Price is £180 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Immerse yourself in the rich history of the Forbidden City
    • Enjoy a traditional lunch in a Shichahai Hutong private kitchen
    • Choose between a cloisonné workshop or a Peking Opera experience
    • Explore the Qianqing Palace and Jiaotai Hall with a guide
    • Opt for a cable car ride for stunning views of the Great Wall

Activity location

    • Beijing
    • Beijing, Bei Jing Shi, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 中国北京市东城区景山前街4号 邮政编码: 100009 | Forbidden City Meridian Gate Square
    • Dong Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China

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Forbidden City& Handicraft Focus

  • Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes8h 30m
    8h 30m
  • English

Visit authentic craft studios in historic hutongs
Choose to learn paper-cutting, dough figurines,or kite-making
Hands-on workshop with heritage craftsmen
Take home your unique handmade souvenir

Starting time: 08:30
Price details
£179.51 x 1 Adult£179.51
Total
Price is £179.51
Until Sat, 1 Aug

Exploring the Forbidden City&Peking Opera Experience

  • Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes8h 30m
    8h 30m
  • English

Learn about opera history and character roles
Practice basic movements and singing techniques
Paint traditional Peking Opera masks
Try on exquisite costumes and take photos

Starting time: 08:30
Price details
£183.24 x 1 Adult£183.24
Total
Price is £183.24
Until Sat, 1 Aug

Beijing: Forbidden City, Handwriting, and Opera Day Tour

  • Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes8h 30m
    8h 30m
  • English

Hutong Intangible Cultural Heritage Handwriting Peking Opera Experience are both included.

Starting time: 08:30
Price details
£217.19 x 1 Adult£217.19
Total
Price is £217.19
Until Sat, 1 Aug

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Option: Forbidden City, Handwriting, and Opera Day Tour
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Includes the Palace Museum ticket, English-speaking tour guide + headphones, fee for 1 intangible cultural heritage (ICH) activity + Peking Opera experience, and insurance
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Option:Forbidden City& Intangible Cultural Heritage Handwriting
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Includes the Palace Museum ticket, English-speaking tour guide + headphones, fee for 1 ICH activity, and insurance
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Option: Exploring the Forbidden City&Peking Opera Experience
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Includes the Palace Museum ticket, English-speaking tour guide + headphones, fee for the Peking Opera experience, and insurance
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Option: Forbidden City, Handwriting, and Opera Day Tour
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    excludes lunch and personal expenses.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Option:Forbidden City& Intangible Cultural Heritage Handwriting
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    excludes lunch, fees for unselected ICH activities, and personal expenses.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Option: Exploring the Forbidden City&Peking Opera Experience

Know before you book

  • In accordance with UK consumer law, 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).

What you can expect

Unified Itinerary Framework (with Experience Options)
08:30–09:00 Check-in: Meet at the Meridian Gate Square (Forbidden City Main Entrance). Receive English audio guide headset.
09:00–12:00 Forbidden City Exploration: Visit the central axis highlights such as the Hall of Supreme Harmony and Palace of Heavenly Purity, and learn about imperial rituals and palace life.
12:00–13:00 Hutong Lunch (at your own expense): Enjoy local cuisine in the Shichahai Hutongs — recommended dishes include Zhajiang Noodles and royal-style desserts.
13:30–16:30 Cultural Experience (Choose One):
▶ Option (All-Inclusive): Intangible cultural heritage workshop (choose one from calligraphy, paper-cutting, opera mask painting, or dumpling-making; take your creation home) → Peking Opera Experience (show + water-sleeve dance lesson).
▶ Option (Handicraft Focus): Participate in a traditional art workshop (choose one from calligraphy, paper-cutting, opera mask painting, or dumpling-making; keep your handmade work).
▶ Option (Opera Focus): Enjoy a Peking Opera performance and learn water-sleeve movements plus basic singing techniques.
16:30 End of Tour: Dismissal at the site; guide provides assistance with return transport information.

Location

Activity location

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    • Beijing
    • Beijing, Bei Jing Shi, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 中国北京市东城区景山前街4号 邮政编码: 100009 | Forbidden City Meridian Gate Square
    • Dong Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China