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A group of people standing in front of a large decorative vase with flowers and a red banner with Chinese characters. 1
A traditional Chinese architectural complex with a large red building, a bridge, and a moat. 2
A traditional Chinese architectural complex with multiple buildings featuring ornate roofs and a large open courtyard. 3
A building with a tiled roof and a statue in front. 4
A wide open plaza with a statue, a large building with a dome, and several modern buildings in the background. 5
By Beijing Tour Company

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Free cancellation available
Price is £3 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

    • Discover T-Square and Forbidden City on a guided private or small group tour
    • Explore the living quarters of the concubines to see indoor decorations
    • Observe the Temple of Heaven as you learn the history of this religious complex
    • Visit the emperor's prison in the Summer Palace

Activity location

    • Beijing
    • Beijing, Bei Jing Shi, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 中国北京市东城区东华门大街88号 邮政编码: 100006 | Meeting point: Palace Museum East Gate
    • Dong Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China

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

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Group Tour: Forbidden City (No Square included)

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English

This option includes admission to Forbidden City on a guided tour. This is only available to book from seven days to ten hours in advance for foreign passport holders, excluding Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Macao.
This option does not include the Square

Language options: English
Starting time: 14:00
Price details
£15.66 x 2 Youths£31.32
Total
Price is £31.32

Group Tour: Forbidden City + Tian’anmen Square

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

This option includes: 1. Professional English-speaking guide 2. Admissions to Forbidden City&Tian’anmenSquare.

Language options: English
Starting time: 14:00
Price details
£17.91 x 2 Youths£35.82
Total
Price is £35.82

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Meeting point pick-up (if option selected)
  • Inclusions
    Shared English-speaking guide (if option selected)
  • Inclusions
    Forbidden City entry ticket costs (guaranteed entry)
  • Inclusions
    Temple of Heaven entry ticket (if option selected)
  • Inclusions
    Summer Palace entry ticket (if option selected)
  • Inclusions
    Tian’anmen Square reservation (if option selected)
  • Inclusions
    Public transport between sights if you book more than one sight
  • Exclusions
    Tips

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Alcoholic drinks in the vehicle, Bare feet, Drones, Firework, Flash photography, Torch, High-heeled shoes, Luggage or large bags, Making fire, Open-toed shoes, Oversize luggage, Red wine, Sandals or flip flops, Selfie sticks, Slippers, Smoking, Smoking indoors
    • Not suitable for: Babies under 1 year, Children under 10 years, People over 70 years, People over 80 years, People prone to seasickness, People with mobility impairments, Visually impaired people, Wheelchair users
    • 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).

What you can expect

  • The Forbidden City is one of the splendours of China’s long history. Even its tiles and bricks were carefully selected and reflect the power of the emperors. Our knowledgeable guide will show you its highlights and help you better understand its history.

    We can guarantee your entry to all included sights and provide a professional tour guide. All guides and drivers are carefully selected by us. They have worked in Beijing tourism for more than 15 years. We guarantee our service to every customer.

    Option: Tian’anmen Square and Forbidden City Group Tour
    Duration: 3.5-4.5 hours
    Meet point: East Palace Gate of Palace museum
    Meeting time: 9:30AM
    Including:

    1. Admission cost for Forbidden City (guaranteed entry)
      2.Reservation for Tian’anmen Square
    2. Shared English-speaking guide
      Excluding:
      1.Hotel pickup and drop off services
      2.Tips for your guide
      3.Food
    3. Any transport costs

    Option: Small group Temple of Heaven+Tian’anmenSquare+Forbidden City
    Duration: around 6.5 hours
    Meet point: Beijing XinQiao Hotel
    Meeting time: 9:30AM
    Including:
    1.Reservation for Tian’anmen Square

    1. Admission cost for Forbidden City
    2. Through ticket of Temple of Heaven
    3. Shared English-speaking guide
      Excluding:
      1.Hotel pickup and drop off services
      2.Tips for your guide
      3.Food
    4. Any transport costs

    Option:Forbidden City+Jingshan Park (no Square) Group Tour
    Duration: 3.5-4.5 hours
    Meet point: Eastern Gate of Palace Museum (in Chinese: 故宫博物院东华门)
    Meeting time: 8:00AM OR 2:00PM
    Including:

    1. Admission cost for Forbidden City and Jingshan Park (guaranteed entry)
    2. Shared English-speaking guide
      Excluding:
      1.Tiananmen Square
      2.Hotel pickup and drop off services
      3.Tips for your guide
      4.Food
    3. Any transport costs

    Please note:

    1. During peak season, please plan your visit in advance. Only 40,000 Forbidden City tickets are available online each day. Please book as quickly as possible to secure your tickets. Even if you book less than seven days in advance, we can still guarantee your entry.

    2. Tian’anmen Square is free to visit, but identity registration is required. If it closes for political reasons without advance notice, we will offer a guaranteed full refund for the affected booking; we may also offer Jingshan Park.

Location

Activity location

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    • Beijing
    • Beijing, Bei Jing Shi, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 中国北京市东城区东华门大街88号 邮政编码: 100006 | Meeting point: Palace Museum East Gate
    • Dong Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • WC82+2HR, Dongcheng, Beijing, China, 100006 | Meeting time: 9:30AM Meeting Point: Palace Museum East Gate Address: No. 4, Jingshan Front Street, The Palace Museum How to reach the meeting point? · By subway: Take Line 8 to Jin Yu Hu Tong Station and use Exit C. At street level, turn right and continue for about 800 meters, passing three traffic lights. You will see a large red gate and a city moat. · By ride-hailing (DiDi/Alipay/WeChat): Set your destination as “Palace Museum East Gate.” · By Local Taxi: Show the driver this address: “ 请带我去故宫东华门”
    • Dongcheng, Beijing, China
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • WC82+2HR, Dongcheng, Beijing, China, 100006 | Meeting time: 9:30AM Meeting Point: Palace Museum East Gate Address: No. 4, Jingshan Front Street, The Palace Museum How to reach the meeting point? · By subway: Take Line 8 to Jin Yu Hu Tong Station and use Exit C. At street level, turn right and continue for about 800 meters, passing three traffic lights. You will see a large red gate and a city moat. · By ride-hailing (DiDi/Alipay/WeChat): Set your destination as “Palace Museum East Gate.” · By Local Taxi: Show the driver this address: “ 请带我去故宫东华门”
    • Dongcheng, Beijing, China
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 中国北京市东城区景山前街4号 邮政编码: 100009 | Please go to the Wumen the South Gate of the Forbidden City. Wumen is the only entrance of the Forbidden City.
    • Dong Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Dongcheng, China, 100031 | Take Metro Line 1 to Tian’anmen West Station and use Exit B. You will see the entrance. You need to go through the strict security check to enter into the square.
    • Dong Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China