Forbidden City&T-Square Small GroupTours w/ ticket(Eng/Esp Guide)
Overview
Available languages
4 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Discover the hidden stories of the T-squuare & Forbidden City on a small-group walking tour, with prebooked tickets ensuring a seamless start. Walk in the footsteps of emperors through magnificent halls with golden roofs and past serene courtyards with ancient trees. Explore the tranquil Imperial Garden, a landscape masterpiece, and be amazed by the priceless treasures—from jade collections to imperial seals—housed within the exclusive Treasure Gallery. Your expert guide will bring the legends of the Ming and Qing dynasties to life, whispering the secrets of the palace walls. This intimate tour is designed to be a hassle-free and deeply cultural journey into China's imperial heart.
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
To ensure the success of your ticket booking to the Forbidden City, All traveler “Names and passport number” is required. You MUST provide above info to us upon booking.
We secure entry tickets.
Note: Chinese citizens need to book 7 days in advance.
Not recommended for travelers with wheelchair or limited mobility.
What To Expect
Tiananmen Square
Spend 30 minutes exploring the world's largest city square and admiring the magnificent parliamentary buildings.
The Palace Museum
Forbidden City Guided Tour Itinerary: 08:30: Meet your tour guide at the meeting point nearby the Forbidden City. 09:00: Forbidden City guided tour will last 3.5 hours and the sightseeing route includes the most majestic and brilliant ancient buildings. 12:30: The tour will end at the north gate before you can continue to explore the Forbidden City.
Options
Admission to Forbidden City
Price inclusion: It is only admission to the Forbidden City, NO guide,NO Square，No need to meet. Simply enter with your passport. Information needed: Please provide correct passport number and valid contact. Please save our contact number before the trip in case of need. Starting point: Meridian Gate, 4 Jing Shan Qian Jie, Dong Cheng Qu, China, 100006
T-Sq. +ForbidCity(promotion)
Price Inclusion: It includes admission to the Tian'anmen Square(group checkpoint), Forbidden City & Treasure Museum and English-Speaking Guide Meeting Point: Gate of Muji Hotel BeijingFang By Subway : Line 8 - "QIANMEN Staion". Coming out Exit i and Walking west for 300 meters. By Taxi: : 请带我去无印良品酒店北京坊（Please take me Muji Hotel Beijing Fang） Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes: Chinese citizens (incl. Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan) must book ≥7 days in advance. Starting point: Beijingfang, CN 北京市, V9XW+F5J煤市街西城区 China, 100031
T-Square+ForbidCity(Spanish)
Special Note: Tailored for Spanish-speaking travelers,including admission of Tian’anmen Square, Forbidden City&Treasure Gallery. Meeting Point: Gate of Muji Hotel BeijingFang By Subway : Line 8 - "QIANMEN Staion". Coming out Exit i and Walking west for 300 meters. By Taxi: 请带我去无印良品酒店北京坊（Please take me Muji Hotel Beijing Fang） Duration: 11 days 6 hours: Chinese citizens (incl. Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan) must book ≥7 days in advance. Starting point: Beijingfang, CN 北京市, V9XW+F5J煤市街西城区 China, 100031
ForbiddenCity ENG (No Square)
Special Note:: This tour does not include Tian'anmen Square. Chinese citizens (incl. Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan) must book ≥7 days in advance. Meeting Point: Subway Line 8-【JinYu Hutong Station 】Exit C. (Taxi Address：地铁金鱼胡同站C口） Option Inclusion: Entry Tickets to the Forbidden City and Royal Treasure Museum and English-Speaking Guide. (without T-Square) Duration: 4 hours Starting point: Bank of China Donganmen Branch, 19 Dong An Men Da Jie, Dong Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China, 100006
What‘s Included
Professional English-speaking guide
Admission to the Treasure Gallery (Royal Museum)
Late-comers' online support service.
Earpiece to hear the guide clearly
Reschedule free of charge anytime.( contact us)
Admission to the Forbidden City (Palace Museum)
Admission to the Tian'anmen Square .（optional）
Tips based on well done job.
other personal expenses.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1,190 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Tour with Linda
Allan C,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very informative. Great narration of the history by Linda. We really like the explanation. Definitely recommend to my friends. Will book again
Fantastic tour of the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square
N8330HTcraigh,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Despite the wet weather and busy crowds, Shine did an amazing job guiding us through the complex and explaining the incredible history. Highly recommend.
Friendly and Informative....
Yvonne L,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Friendly and Informative. Explained clearly. Linda was excellent. Friendly and Informative. Explained clearly. Linda was excellent.
Wild wet windy day !
Cathy A,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Neo, our guide was fantastic ! The weather did not play ball and was absolutely awful ! Neo was the true professional, keeping us informed and entertained with his great commentary and knowledge. We would highly recommend this tour as it covers so much ground as well as providing an insight into the history of China which is fascinating. Great work Neo we thoroughly enjoyed a very wet and challenging day .10/10 !!
Very good visit
Riccardo C,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Good evening, the guide who accompanied you on your visit to Forbidden City was very good and provided us with all the necessary information. We will recommend your tour.
Great tour! Vanessa was an amazing guide.
Vandana V,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I really enjoyed the tour. Our guide Vanessa was fantastic. She explained the history and details of each site very thoroughly, but in a way that was easy to follow and interesting. She was patient, professional, and clearly passionate about what she does. Thanks Vanessa for a great day!
Incredible day
Suzanne R,May 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Incredible day and incredible place to visit. Our guide Sandi was very knowledgeable and made the day really fun
Beijing highlight
HANS W,May 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an excellent tour, they certainly packed everything in on the planned itinerary before nightfall. Would highly recommend This to anyone visiting Neijing.
An amazing visit
Cyrille D,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good visit with Linda ! Thanks for all :-)
Excellent Guided Tour of Tiananmen Square and Forbidden City
Apandey72,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing tour! Tiananmen Square was impressive to see in person, and the Forbidden City was absolutely magnificent, with its stunning architecture, rich history, and beautifully preserved palaces. Vanessa our tour guide was exceptionally knowledgeable and made the whole experience smooth, enjoyable, and well organized. She guided us perfectly throughout the tour, sharing fascinating historical insights and stories that brought the sites to life. Highly recommended!
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