Beijing Essential Full-Day Tour including Great Wall at Badaling, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square
Overview
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9 hours
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See all of Beijing’s cultural and historical highlights on a comprehensive and captivating full-day tour of China’s capital city. Stroll amid the majestic charm of Tiananmen Square; marvel at the imaginative architecture at the Forbidden City; and see the verdant splendor that surrounds the Badaling Great Wall of China. Alongside your knowledgeable guide, gain fascinating insight into the rich history and distinctive culture of Beijing and enjoy convenient round-trip transportation from selected hotels.
•Full-day tour of Beijing's essential attractions: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and Great Wall at Badaling
•Visiting one of the best preserved sections of the Great Wall of China at Badaling
•Shopping at the Longdi Jade Factory
•Pickup and drop off from hotels within 4th ring circle road
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Important Notice: For any bookings within 3 days prior to the tour date, you will visit Jingshan Park instead of Forbidden City if the entrance tickets of Forbidden City are fully booked.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Tiananmen Square
Build in 1415, Tian An Men Square is one of the largest squares in the would, with total size of over 40 hectares. It is the main entrance of the Forbidden City, and has an overview of the communist influences on the country.
The Palace Museum
The Forbidden City was built in 1406, which use to be Chinese Imperial Palace in Ming and Qing Dynasty. With over 180 acres and collection of great halls, you will see antiques and treasures representing all of China's history.
What‘s Included
Chinese style lunch
English-speaking tour guide
If your hotel is located out of 4th Ring Circle Highway, please go to Prime Hotel to join the tour at 07:30AM. (Add: No. 2, Wangfujing Ave. Tel: +86-10-65136666)
Pick-up and drop-off services from the hotels located within 4th ring circle highway
Admission tickets
Deluxe air-conditioned coach/min-van
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Cable car tickets at Great Wall
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Beijing Essential Full-Day Tour including Great Wall at Badaling, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square
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Reviews
608 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fantastic Beijing Tour
Markus F,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great Tour with Pick Up and Bring Back Service to the hotel. Including lunch and tea ceremonie. Jenny was an fanstastic Tour Guide!
Beijing Tour Guide - 10/10, all the stars ⭐!
742kiaraf,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00First of all, Jenny & Mr Lee are awesome. Lee made sure we were picked up on time and even came inside the hotel to greet us, even though the original plan was to meet us on the corner away from our hotel. Drive was smooth, no issues. Jenny was the first person we had met who spoke great english and wanted to make sure we had the best time! She was helpful, lovely and the best tour guide we've had! She offers you her recommendations but at the end of the day, just wants you to pick the option that'll make your trip the happiest. Whenever we went through security, she was always watching us and guiding us to make sure we all stuck together! We were taken to a tea house and got to experience our first tea ceremony, which was so interesting and delicious! Thank you Jenny & Mr Lee for being our tour guide and driver for the day! Hopefully see you at the next trip! 🩷
There’s something about Mary. Excellence
Chuck M,,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Mary was fabulous and was very knowledgeable of the sites we visited. We had a smaller tour and she was very attentive to every person. I highly recommend Mary.
Great tour in great company
Robert T,,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great trip today with a great group & Mary as an excellent host & guide. I would really recommend this for & ask everybody to wear comfortable clothes & shoes to get the most of the tour particularly the Great Wall.
Peking tour with Lee
GoPlaces23135657918,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Perfect day with our guide Lee, thank you very much, perfect weather for the forbidden city and the wall, with a great view
An unforgettable Beijing experience
jingseno2026,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing time on our Beijing tour with our guide, Jenny. The itinerary covered all the must-see highlights, Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Great Wall at Badaling. Everything was very well organized from start to finish. Jenny was knowledgeable, friendly, and spoke clear, fluent English. She explained the history and stories behind each site in a way that was easy to understand and engaging. At the Forbidden City, she helped us appreciate the significance of the different halls instead of just walking through a “big palace.” At the Great Wall, she also gave us free time to explore and take photos at our own pace. We didn't really get much time at the Great Wall, but that was kind of the pur own fault for taking too long at some areas. We also got to visit a jade factory and a tea appreciation shop. Jenny explained the cultural background of jade in Chinese history and how to tell real jade from fake. The tea session was relaxing and informative, and we got to try several types of traditional Chinese tea. What made the tour special was Jenny’s warm personality and attentiveness. She was always checking on us, helping with photos, and making sure everyone was comfortable and enjoying the day. If you’re visiting Beijing and want a stress-free, informative, and enjoyable tour, I highly recommend booking with Jenny. This was truly a highlight of our trip!
Amazing China!
rafaelzE3696QU,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everything was OK. Driver man and our tour guide was very nice. Food lunch was variade and delicious. Many thanks Jenny!!!
Recommend
James C,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour. Perfect for a short stop in Beijing or even if you want time to see more of the city on other days. Tour guide Lee looked after us well.
Great day tour of Beijing highlights
jameswL3272MJ,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Lee was excellent. He gave us loads of info and fun facts. Very knowledgeable and answered all our questions. Tour covered a lot but it wasn’t rushed. Great way to see some of the main sights in Beijing in a day. Highly recommend for anyone stuck for time.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Unforgettable Beijing Day Tour with Jenny – A Perfect Experience
SUZIE S,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We booked a full-day tour covering Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, a tea ceremony, the Jade Temple and the Great Wall of China (Badaling), and it turned out to be one of the most memorable days of our entire trip. Our wonderful guide Jenny picked us up right on time at 7:45am from our hotel. We were joined by a fantastic group of travellers from Australia, Brazil and Saudi Arabia, which made the whole day even more fun and social. Our first stop was Tiananmen Square, where security was extremely thorough, with two levels of passport and body checks. Jenny guided us smoothly through the process and shared fascinating historical information about the square and the surrounding government buildings, including China’s Parliament House and its importance for visiting world leaders. We then continued on to the Forbidden City, where Jenny really brought history to life. She explained the story of the last emperor, how the emperor, empress, children and concubines lived, and how every area had a specific purpose – from where the emperor studied to where official meetings and royal dinners were held. Walking through such an incredible place with her detailed explanations made it so much more meaningful. Next was the tea ceremony, where we tasted several beautiful teas including Oolong, Ginseng, Jasmine, Pu-erh and fruity teas. We enjoyed it so much we purchased some ginseng tea and other varieties to take home. After that we visited the Jade Temple, where we learned that jade is China’s most important stone. Watching skilled craftsmen carve jade into intricate sculptures was truly special — it really is an art form. We even bought jade bracelets as a keepsake. Lunch was served upstairs and included stir-fried vegetables, noodles, calamari, rice, Chinese cabbage, chicken, tofu soup and even chips — everything was delicious and very filling. Then came the highlight — The Great Wall of China at Badaling. After a short bus ride, we took the cable car up, and once we stepped onto the wall the temperature dropped to around –3°C! Rugged up and excited, we walked together along the wall, up and down the incredible ancient steps. It was one of the most breathtaking and unforgettable experiences of our lives. My husband Daniel and our daughter Aarushi even braved one of the steepest sections while I cheered them on from above! Through the entire day, Jenny was absolutely amazing — warm, bubbly, professional and incredibly knowledgeable. She made everyone feel comfortable, kept the group organised, and shared China’s history in a way that was easy to understand and engaging. We cannot recommend Jenny highly enough. She truly made this tour special, and thanks to her, this day will stay in our hearts forever. If you are visiting Beijing, do not hesitate to book a tour with Jenny — you will have an incredible experience! 🌟
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