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Forbidden City Ticket with Optional 3-Hour Guided Tour

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Overview

Available languages

English

Mobile ticket

Skip the lines and explore the Forbidden City like an insider. Whether you want a private guided tour or a hassle-free ticket, we’ve got you covered. Choose from three options:

① Tiananmen Square + Forbidden City – Walk through China’s political heart and dive into imperial life with a licensed guide. Hear fascinating stories of emperors, daily rituals, and palace intrigue.

② Forbidden City + Jingshan Park – Discover hidden courtyards and the stunning Western Palaces before climbing Jingshan Hill for unbeatable views of the palace rooftops.

③ Fast-track Entry Ticket – Independent travelers can skip the lines and enjoy access to all open areas, including the often-overlooked East Route and West Wing.

Perfect for those short on time but eager for depth, this half-day experience reveals the secrets of one of the world’s greatest historical sites—without the crowds.

Tickets are included, but due to high demand, we recommend booking at least 7 days in advance to ensure availability.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Entry/Admission - Hall of Preserving Harmony (Baohedian)

Entry/Admission - Palace of Heavenly Purity

Fobiddden city entrance fee

If you choose the Forbidden City+Jingshan Park option that Jingshan Park entry ticket is included

Entry/Admission - The Imperial Garden of The Palace Museum

Entry/Admission - Hall of Great Harmony (Taihe Dian)

Professional guide (If you booked option ticket only that means without tour guide)

If you choose the T-Square+Forbidden City option that T-Square entry ticket is included

Lunch/Dinner

Gratuities (recommended for good service)

What To Expect

1

Forbidden City-The Palace Museum

Receive your fast‑access prebooked ticket and head directly to the Forbidden City entrance—no waiting in line! Forbidden City Highlights Enter through the Meridian Gate and explore the grand Hall of Supreme Harmony, Hall of Heavenly Purity, Hall of Preserving Harmony, and more. Stroll the peaceful Imperial Garden and tree‑lined pathways. Hear captivating stories of emperors, eunuchs, and dynastic intrigue—because here, the tales matter as much as the temples. Finish your tour in the Imperial Garden grounds, with the option to stay longer and explore at your leisure. Optional Upgrade: Tian’anmen Square or Jingshan Coal Hill Tian’anmen Square: Walk in the heart of modern China on one of the world’s largest public squares (440,000 m²), and learn about its political significance and iconic monuments. Jingshan Coal Hill Park: Climb to the hilltop pavilion for panoramic views over the Forbidden City and central Beijing—a photographer’s dream(best for twilight of the forbidden city)

3 hours • Admission Included
2

Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang)

Tiananmen Square is packed with must-see sights. Visitors are drawn to the towering Monument to the People’s Heroes, the massive Great Hall of the People, and the National Museum of China. The square also faces the famous Tiananmen Gate, the entrance to the Forbidden City. It’s a key spot for history lovers and a perfect place to feel the scale and spirit of modern China.

1 hour • Admission Included

Options

Forbidden City Guided Tour

Forbidden City: Private guided tour of the Forbidden City with tickets provided.
Starting point:
Donghuamen, China, Bei Jing Shi, Dong Cheng Qu, 景山前街4号 邮政编码: 100006

Forbidden City Ticket Only

Fobidden City : Enjoy hassle-free entry with Forbidden City admission tickets. Guide service is not included in this option.

Forbidden City+Jingshan Park

Forbidden City+Jingshan Park: Private tour, including tour guide and tickets
Starting point:
Donghuamen, China, Bei Jing Shi, Dong Cheng Qu, 景山前街4号 邮政编码: 100006

T-Square+Forbidden City

Tiananmen+Forbidden City: Private tour, including tour guide and tickets
Starting point:
Beijing Planning Exhibition Hall, 20 Qian Men Dong Da Jie, Dong Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China, 100051

From $23.90

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