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Beijing Tian'anmen Square and Forbidden City Tickets and Tours
Product code 74275P41
From
From USD 80
Dates
May 1, 2025 to May 7, 2025
Start times
9:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 11:30 AM, 10:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 9:30 AM, 1:00 PM, 8:30 AM
Travelers
Infant ages 0-5, Child ages 6-10, Adult ages 11-99
Options
Forbidden City guide tour, Tian'anmem&Forbidden City Tour
Availability, payment, cancellation, and vouchers are completed on Viator after you leave this page.
Duration
3 hours to 4 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
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From
From USD 80
Beijing Tian'anmen Square and Forbidden City Tickets and Tours
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Duration
3 hours to 4 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
Why Travelers Love This
This product have 2 options, please choose the option according to your needs. The tour guide is familiar with the layout and tour routes of the Forbidden City, and can plan the itinerary reasonably to help you enjoy the essence of the Forbidden City within the limited time, not missing the important palaces and cultural relics, and improve the efficiency and experience of the tour. Being in a foreign land, it's inevitable to have all kinds of minor troubles. Our English tour guides are not only cultural interpreters but also your "travel butlers"! From answering traffic questions, recommending local specialties, to dealing with unexpected situations, they will be by your side throughout the journey with care, allowing you to rest assured and fully immerse yourself in the tour of the Forbidden City. Highlights • Historical Interpretation • Cultural Interpretation • Enhance the experience • Smooth communication • Personalized service • Assist in taking photos
Overview
This product have 2 options, please choose the option according to your needs. The tour guide is familiar with the layout and tour routes of the Forbidden City, and can plan the itinerary reasonably to help you enjoy the essence of the Forbidden City within the limited time, not missing the important palaces and cultural relics, and improve the efficiency and experience of the tour. Being in a foreign land, it's inevitable to have all kinds of minor troubles. Our English tour guides are not only cultural interpreters but also your "travel butlers"! From answering traffic questions, recommending local specialties, to dealing with unexpected situations, they will be by your side throughout the journey with care, allowing you to rest assured and fully immerse yourself in the tour of the Forbidden City. Highlights • Historical Interpretation • Cultural Interpretation • Enhance the experience • Smooth communication • Personalized service • Assist in taking photos
What's Included
Included
This product includes 2 options. Please check each option's details for specific inclusions.
All Admission-related options include entry tickets only, with no additional services.
All Tour-related options include full admission tickets and guided services.
Not included
Food and Drink
Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
this meet point is for you booked Tian'anmen Square and Forbidden city guide tour, You can take subway Line 2 and exit from Exit C (Southwest Exit) of Qianmen Station. Then follow the walking navigation to Lao She Teahouse or you can take a taxi to Qianmen laoshe tea house(前门老社茶馆)
this meet point is for you booked Forbidden City guide tour, You can take Subway Line 8 and get out of Exit C of Jinyu Hutong Station, Then follow the walking navigation to the Kapok Hotel, or you can take a taxi to Beijing Kapok Hotel(木棉花酒店), your guide will hold your name and wait for you there.
this location is for you just booked forbidden city ticket, You can take Subway Line 8 and get out of Exit C of Jinyu Hutong Station or take a taxi to Donghua Gate(东华门), and then follow the walking navigation to the ticket window or the Meridian Gate ticket checking point
this location is for you just booked Tian'anmen Square Ticket, You can take Metro Line 1 and get out of Exit B (Northeast Exit) of Tian 'anmen East Metro Station, Or you can take a taxi to Beijing Grand Hotel(北京贵宾楼饭店), then follow the walking navigation walk to tian'anmen East Ticket Gate.
End point
this location is for you booked Forbidden City entrance ticket or Forbidden City guide tour, you can from here take a taxi or when you out from North gate of forbidden city you turn left, take bus No. 103, get off at Wangfujing lukoubei station(王府井路口北)then transfer subway line 1.
this location is for you just booked tian'anmen square entrance ticket, after you visit it, You can walk back to Tian 'anmen subway station, take subway way back to your hotel or you can walk to Beijing Grand Hotel(北京贵宾楼饭店) call a didi taxi from here back to your hotel or other places you want go
Itinerary
Stop 1
1 hourAdmission included
Stop 1
Tiananmen Square is located on Chang'an Avenue in Dongcheng District, the central area of Beijing. It is 880 meters long from north to south and 500 meters wide from east to west, covering an area of 440,000 square meters. It is the largest city center square in the world and can accommodate one million people for gatherings. Tiananmen Square is one of the national symbols of China and an important venue for national celebrations, people's gatherings, commemorative and commendatory activities. Major events such as National Day military parades and the Conference Celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the Founding of the Communist Party of China have been held here. These events have demonstrated China's national image and strength to the world, and also enabled people to feel the dignity and glory of the country.
Stop 2
3 hoursAdmission included
Stop 2
The Forbidden City is located in the center of Beijing. It was the imperial palace for the Ming and Qing emperors. carrying a history of over five hundred years. It has witnessed numerous significant historical events and the changes of dynasties, allowing visitors to directly experience the life of ancient royal families and the vicissitudes of history. It covers an area of 720,000 square meters, with a total floor space of about 150,000 square meters. There are over 70 palaces of various sizes and more than 9,000 rooms. The architectural style of the Forbidden City is grand and magnificent. It adopts various roof forms and exquisite decorations, reflecting the superb craftsmanship and unique charm of ancient Chinese palace architecture. In 1987, the Forbidden City was listed as a World Cultural Heritage Site. It is one of the largest and best-preserved ancient wooden architectural complexes in the world, attracting a large number of domestic and foreign tourists to visit and tour.
Additional Info
Stroller Accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infant Seats Available
Specialized infant seats are available
No Heart Problems
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Other
Instant Confirmation - You will receive a confirmation email immediately after successful booking
Other
Tian 'anmen Square and the Palace Museum implement a real-name reservation policy, So after you booking, please contact me and send me each people's name, passport number, age, gender and nationality
Other
According to the regulations of the Palace Museum, Chinese citizens (including residents of Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan) must book tickets online 7 days in advance. If you make a reservation within 7 days before your visit, we cannot guarantee that we will get a ticket for you. in addition, if it is during a holiday or the peak tourist season, we also cannot 100% guarantee that we will help you get a ticket. If the tickets online have been sold out or we failed to help you get one, you can only cancel this trip and we will offer a full refund, thanks for your understand and support
Other
For foreign tourists holding passports, if the online tickets are sold out or we fail to get online ticket for you, you need get tickets on the spot according to the guidance of your tour guides or customer service of our travel agencies. but, purchasing tickets on the spot need queuing
Other
Due to the implementation of the limited ticket sales policy by the Palace Museum. At present, the Palace Museum releases 40,000 tickets every day, including 20,000 individual tickets and 20,000 group tickets. All visitors must make a real-name reservation for their visit. Therefore, for your better visiting experience, Please try to book in advance as much as possible
Other
Please don't forget to bring your passport. If you don't bring it, you may be refused entry
Other
Please wear appropriate clothes according to the weather and It is recommended to bring sunscreen, sunglasses or umbrellas or cap in summer
Other
Please wear comfortable walking shoes
Other
Tian 'anmen Square and the Forbidden City have strict security check policies. It is strictly prohibited to bring flammable, explosive and other items as well as controlled knives. In addition, please do not bring lighters, drones, tripods, selfie sticks longer than 1.3 meters, scroll paintings, oil-paper umbrellas, sunscreen spray and power banks with a capacity of more than 20,000 milliamperes
Other
Because Tian 'anmen Square and the Forbidden City are large in area and the visiting time is long, it is easy to feel thirsty and hungry. So it is recommended that you bring an appropriate amount of water and food to replenish your body's needs in time, maintain your physical strength and energy, and better enjoy the tour.
Other
On the day of the visit, if there are major events such as national or foreign affairs, Tiananmen Square may be temporarily closed without prior notice. If you only visit Tiananmen Square and encounter such a situation, a full refund will be given. In addition, if the scenic area is closed due to force majeure factors such as bad weather or unexpected events, a full refund will also be given
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
5.0
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