Private Tour
Ming Tombs Entrance Ticket with Optional Guided &Transfer Service
Overview
Mobile ticket
Planning your visit to Beijing is not easy, especially you have to book all attraction tickets in advance now. Let us make your trip easy, stress-free by reserving your Ming Tombs tickets before you travel, you can bypass the crowds and explore the museum independently. Of course, you can upgrade for a guided tour to learn the histories and stories about the attraction. Or add a round-trip transfer service to let our friendly driver pick you up from Beijing city hotel to make your trip more convenient and time-saving.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Ming Tombs (Ming Shishan Ling)
The Ming Tombs is where 13 out of the 16 emperors of the Ming Dynasty were buried, together with their wives and concubines.The Ming Tombs were listed by UNESCO as World Cultural Heritage in 2003. The tombs' location and structure are classic representations of Chinese Fengshui theory. Visiting the Ming Tombs offers you insights into Ming Dynasty imperial life (1368–1644). Sacred Way The Sacred Way is the approach to the Changling Tomb. Explore the area you will see variety of features including the Great Red Gate, Shengde Stone Memorial Archway, and the Stele Pavilion, the Dragon and Phoenix Gate and the Five-Arch Bridge.
Dingling Underground Palace
Dingling was built in 1590. Emperor Shen Zong and the empress were buried there in 1620. The highlight part is the stone Underground Palace, which was discovered between 1956 and 1958, and had a great deal of precious relics unearthed. Changling at Ming Tombs Chang Ling ('Forever Tomb') is the only tomb in the complex that has been unearthed for scientific research and over 3,000 precious relics have been unearthed. It is the final resting place of the third Ming Emperor Zhu Di and his Empress Xu. He ruled China from 1402 to 1422. Changling Tomb is the largest of the Ming Tombs.
What‘s Included
Tour guide if you choose the related option
Private Transfer if you choose the related option
Entrance fee
Gratuities
Meeting points
Ming Tombs (Ming Shishan Ling)
Ming Shisan Ling Area, Changling Town, Changping District, Beijing China
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Options
Dingling at the Ming Tombs
This option including the entrance fee to Changling at Ming Tombs. You can scan the QR code to enter.
Combination Ticket + Transfer
Including the Combination Ticket to visit Changling, Dingling and Scared Way, round trip private transfer
Changling Tomb Entrance Ticket
This option including the entrance fee to Changling at Ming Tombs. You can scan the QR code to enter.
Tour with Guide and Transfer
After guide meet you in the lobby of your Beijing downtown hotel, use the private car to visit the Ming Tombs.
Scared Way Entrance Ticket
Entrance fee to Scared Way, please note scared way is about 1.5 kilometer from Changling or Dingling Tomb.
Combination Entry Ticket
This option including the entrance fee to Changling at Ming Tombs. Underground Palace at Dingling and Scared Way
Reviews
9 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
An excellent sightseeing day!
Mark M,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00To see the Tombs, I had considered taking a taxi and wandering around with a guidebook. Boy, am I glad I booked this tour instead! First of all, it's a huge area to attempt on foot. Second, a knowledgeable guide can make all the difference in having a positive and memorable experience. I had hotel pickup in a sparkling minivan, but the highlight was my guide. Susan was wonderful! Knowledgeable, personable and attentive. She hit all the marks. Plus she is very experienced and provided superb advice regarding other sites in the region. What's not to like? 2 enthusiastic thumbs up!
Have a great day out.
Cindy v,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an excellent day out with my driver Xing Jian who took me to the Ming Tombs complex. He messaged me prior to the tour to make sure I knew what was happening. He was on time, the car was clean and drinks and snacks were provided. Xing Jian provided commentary on the way to the tombs explaining about how Beijing is designed and information about the tombs. This was done through a translation app and I understood everything. The tombs were great and well worth visiting when in Beijing. I highly recommend this tour company and especially Xing Jian as driver. Well done.
Fantastic Travel Experience!
Kusorin,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic experience with my assigned driver Mr Li Qingshan. He contacted me directly to arrange on the pick up, and suggested for me to leave earlier to beat the sunset. Along the way, he provided a very comprehensive background of the Ming Tombs and the emperors associated with the tombs. Even though I am a solo traveller, he helped to arrange for a fantastic lunch! Will definitely be happy to engage his service again!
The place is totally worth...
Brenda V,Sep 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The place is totally worth it but you should keep in mind that it is an hour and a half by metro and you will have to get how to move between the different graves. The ticket you pay here soll includes entrance to the graves, but not transportation between the graves.
Ming Tombs and Great Wall
Donald D,Sep 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Ming Tomb experience was steeped in the history of Chinese civilization from the year 1420. Lucy, our guide with excellent English, a wonderful personality and amazing knowledge made the tour come alive. During the tour she suggested that we were close to the Badaling access to the Great Wall so we decided to add it to our day. Best decision of the day even though we will be returning to the Great Wall. Again. Such an amazing sight and history. Thank you Lucy
Ming Tombs and Great Wall
DONALD D,Sep 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The Ming Tomb experience was steeped in the history of Chinese civilization from the year 1420. Lucy, our guide with excellent English, a wonderful personality and amazing knowledge made the tour come alive. During the tour she suggested that we were close to the Badaling access to the Great Wall so we decided to add it to our day. Best decision of the day even though we will be returning to the Great Wall. Again. Such an amazing sight and history. Thank you Lucy!
Half Day at the Ming Tombs
AqtaVazett,Sep 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time discovering the burial grounds and underground palace with Lily. She provided fascinating insight into not only Ming, but general Chinese history and superstitions. Highly recommended.
Very nice
DIMITRIOS K,Jul 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Nice, easy, fast booking. As for the forbidden city itself, there is no need to say that it's worth a visit. Actually if you are searching Viator to decide this you are on the wrong track.
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