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Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City & Jingshan Hill Tour Options

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Overview

This ultimate Forbidden City small group tour will take you to see 18 palaces. It will provide you a deeper understanding of what the Forbidden City looks like and the culture behind it in 4 hours. The Forbidden City now limits daily ticket sales. With this tour, no worries about tickets.

What's Included

  • Forbidden City entrance ticket
  • Hotel pickup(if you choose the hotel pickup option)
  • Local taxes
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel drop-off
  • Food and drinks
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Jing Shan Qian Jie
Dong Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China

What To Expect

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Forbidden City-The Palace Museum

You can either join the tour at the designated meeting point or enjoy morning pickup from your Beijing hotel lobby. Take a comfortable tour vehicle with your guide to the Forbidden City, one of Beijing’s top landmarks. Skip the long lines with pre-booked tickets and enter directly to explore the world’s largest and best-preserved imperial complex.Also known as the Palace Museum, it has around 10,000 rooms and was home to 24 emperors across the Ming and Qing dynasties over 500 years. Learn its rich history from your professional guide, with 18 palaces covered in total—see the itinerary for full details.The tour ends inside the Forbidden City; return transfer to your hotel is on your own.Important Notes: All travelers’ full names and passport numbers are required at booking due to limited ticket availability. You must bring your original passport on the tour day.
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Meridian Gate (Wu Men)

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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Gate of Great Harmony (Taihe Men)

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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Hall of Great Harmony (Taihe Dian)

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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Palace of Heavenly Purity

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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Gate of Heavenly Purity

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Palace of Earthly Tranquility

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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Hall of Union

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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

The Imperial Garden of The Palace Museum

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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Gate of Divine Prowess (pass by)

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Passport name, number is required at time of booking for all participants, Please make sure to carry the same valid ID document throughout your trip, otherwise you may be denied entry to the scenic spots.
  • Please note that Chinese nationals including visitors from Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan must book tickets 7 days in advance for the Forbidden City. We cannot accept any bookings made within 7 days of the visit date.
  • Forbidden City tickets require real-name reservation 168 hours (7 days) in advance and often sell out quickly. We highly recommend you book your tour as early as possible. Otherwise, international visitors may need to queue at the entrance to purchase tickets on site.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City & Jingshan Hill Tour Options?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Forbidden City entrance ticket
  • Hotel pickup(if you choose the hotel pickup option)
  • Local taxes
  • Professional historian guide
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel drop-off
  • Food and drinks

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Passport name, number is required at time of booking for all participants, Please make sure to carry the same valid ID document throughout your trip, otherwise you may be denied entry to the scenic spots.
  • Please note that Chinese nationals including visitors from Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan must book tickets 7 days in advance for the Forbidden City. We cannot accept any bookings made within 7 days of the visit date.
  • Forbidden City tickets require real-name reservation 168 hours (7 days) in advance and often sell out quickly. We highly recommend you book your tour as early as possible. Otherwise, international visitors may need to queue at the entrance to purchase tickets on site.
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
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