Forbidden City/ Palace Museum & Tiananmen Sq. Ticket Booking
Overview
Mobile ticket
We'll book your tickets using your passport details, so please provide your full name and accurate passport number. For entry, just scan your passport - you won't need a paper ticket.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The ticket is booked under your passport, all visitors must present a passport for direct entry at the Meridian Gate.
Please ensure that your name and passport number is accurately provided.
Visitors from Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan must book tickets in advance using their Mainland Travel Permit and ensure the correct ID type is selected.
Chinese visitors using ID cards may book tickets independently via the official mini-program.
Tickets are only valid for the selected date. Entry is strictly limited to the reserved time slot.
This is a pre-booking service. Tickets are released 7 days in advance, and confirmations will be sent upon issuance.
Entrance: The Meridian Gate; Two Exit: Shenwu Gate (near Jingshan Park)/ Donghua Gate (near Wangfujing Street).
All 3 options are "Ticket Only" service, please arrange your self-guided visits.
What To Expect
Meridian Gate (Wu Men)
The Forbidden City, said to consist of over 9,000 rooms, is the largest and best-preserved royal palace throughout the world. Serving as the seat of power in the Ming and Qing Dynasties (1368 - 1911), it was dwelled by 24 emperors in its history of over 600 years.
What‘s Included
Entry ticket to Forbidden City if you select the option with it.
Access to Tiananmen Square if you select the option with Tiananmen.
NO guide service.
NO transportation & meeting point.
No Forbidden City if you select Tiananmen Sq. reservation only.
No Tiananmen Sq. if you select the Forbidden City only.
Meeting points
Meridian Gate (Wu Men)
The Entrance Gates Of Gugong, Beijing China
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Options
Tiananmen+Forbidden CityTicket
No guide, No transfer: Please show your passport at the entrance, no paper ticket is needed. Entrance: The only entrance is the Meridian Gate, or Wumen Gate of the Palace Museum. Forbidden City Entry Time: 08:30 - 12:00; 11:00 - 15:30, can stay until close time. Tiananmen Square checkpoints: The info will be offered once the ticket is issued. The waiting time at Tiananmen Square usually over 1 hour.
Forbidden City + Two Galleries
Ticket Only, No Guide: Two Galleries: The Treasure Gallery, The Clocks Gallery(Gallery of Timepieces). Exclude: No access to Tiananmen Square.
Forbidden City Entry Ticket
Ticket only, No guide: Please show your passport at the entrance, no paper ticket is needed. Entry Gate: The Meridian Gate, or Wumen Gate of the Palace Museum(午门). Entry Time: 08:30 - 12:00; 11:00 - 15:30, can stay until close time. Exclude: No access to Tiananmen Square.
Tiananmen Square Entry Only
How to Use: Show passport on at the security checkpoint we reserve for you. Includes: The reservation to T-Square only. Excludes: No Forbidden City. Note: The long queues at T-Square often take over 1 hours.
Reviews
161 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Just massively impressive
checnl,May 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Just massively impressive! You need an extra day if you really want to see each and every corner. Tip from the guide: if possible don’t bring a bag, handbag or backpack and put your stuff in your pockets instead. It saves a lot of queuing time at the security check.
Excellent service
897lucianop,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent service for ticket booking . Efficient and timely. Thanks to Cristina Zhao for her assistance.
The ticket is associated...
Ilaria P,May 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The ticket is directly associated with the passport, I did not have any difficulty at the entrance! Also the place was wonderful, recommend!!
TOTALLY the best place in Beijing
World502,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The admission fee is cheap, and the whole experience makes me feel so proud about China's agriculture and history. Although it was a long walk, the lanes are easy to go and its literally the best place for photo-taking in Beijing. It's the only place that I can learn about China's history. Best recommended for solos, couples and friends.
not easy to find the...
luca m,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00not easy to find the entry point, then direct access from the turnstiles with your passport (you only need this, no ticket)
I booked for the first...
Rossella S,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I booked for the first time. Immediately after booking, the email arrived with an explanation of how to access the site. Very positive experience.
Easy and great experience
Happiness47079288515,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a fantastic experience. The tickets were our passports which made it really easy to not have to worry about finding our tickets. The directions that were given were perfect. It really made it easy to find the correct entrance that we needed which can be very confusing since it is a massive place. The information that was given was invaluable and made the experience that much easier. Overall a 5 star experience.
Well organised your with plenty of opportunity to take photos.
Alison S,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mina was our tour guide today for the forbidden city tour and her knowledge was exceptional. That made it so much more interesting to learn about the temple and the history, and she was very friendly and inclusive. Would definitely recommend anyone to go with Mina fir anyone wishing to experience temple for a really thorough overview of what there is to see.
travel beijing guide
Navigate59793745017,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A trip to Beijing can be organized around three themes: "Classic Landmarks + Hutong Culture + Food Experience." A visit to the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square is a must; book tickets in advance and avoid peak hours. For the Great Wall, Mutianyu is recommended for its beautiful scenery and fewer crowds. The hutong areas, such as Nanluoguxiang and Shichahai, are perfect for strolling, taking photos, and experiencing courtyard life. Don’t miss trying Peking Duck, hot pot, and local snacks. The subway is the most convenient way to get around. Note that winters are cold, springs can be windy, while autumn and spring offer the most comfortable weather.
Mandatory forbidden city
Alex C,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Place to visit yes or yes!! Very nice the whole palace!! We went on December 24, there were quite a lot of people and groups, but it is so big the place that it doesn’t overwhelm at all. I would repeat without hesitation.
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