BusDa:Beijing Half-day Walking Tour to Forbidden City with Entry
Product code 5508050P2
From
From USD 5
Dates
May 31, 2025 to Dec 1, 2026
Start times
8:00 AM, 8:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 7:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 10:00 AM
Travelers
Child ages 1-6, Adult ages 7-99
Options
Afternoon Mutianyu group Tour, Forbidden City Group Tour, Tiananmen Square Entry Tickets, T-Square&ForbiddenCity private, T-Square&Forbidden City Group, ForbiddenCity&GreatWall Group, ForbiddenCity&GreatWall privat
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Duration
3 hours to 10 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
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From
From USD 5
BusDa:Beijing Half-day Walking Tour to Forbidden City with Entry
Duration
3 hours to 10 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
Why Travelers Love This
Discover Beijing’s imperial legacy on this 3-hour half-day walking tour through the magnificent Forbidden City, one of the most iconic landmarks in China. Perfect for travelers with limited time, this city tour offers deep cultural insights and a guided journey through centuries of royal history. Walk through grand gates, golden-roofed halls, and serene courtyards while learning about the lives of emperors, concubines, and court officials. Led by a knowledgeable guide, this walking tour takes you to major highlights such as the Hall of Supreme Harmony and the Inner Court, revealing the political and ceremonial heart of ancient China. With entry tickets included and no shopping detours, it’s a rich and efficient experience ideal for history lovers, culture seekers, or first-time visitors looking to connect with Beijing’s glorious past. add Additional Visit to mutianyu(if option selected)，Discover the historical grandeur of Beijing with visits to two must-see attractions
Overview
Discover Beijing’s imperial legacy on this 3-hour half-day walking tour through the magnificent Forbidden City, one of the most iconic landmarks in China. Perfect for travelers with limited time, this city tour offers deep cultural insights and a guided journey through centuries of royal history. Walk through grand gates, golden-roofed halls, and serene courtyards while learning about the lives of emperors, concubines, and court officials. Led by a knowledgeable guide, this walking tour takes you to major highlights such as the Hall of Supreme Harmony and the Inner Court, revealing the political and ceremonial heart of ancient China. With entry tickets included and no shopping detours, it’s a rich and efficient experience ideal for history lovers, culture seekers, or first-time visitors looking to connect with Beijing’s glorious past. add Additional Visit to mutianyu(if option selected)，Discover the historical grandeur of Beijing with visits to two must-see attractions
What's Included
Included
English speaking tour guide(if option selected)
Entry ticket to the Royal Treasure Museum.
Entry ticket to the Forbidden City
Not included
Tips based on well done job.
Lunch
Personal travel accident insurance
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
Pick you up from your hotel within Beijing’s 4th Ring Road. For locations beyond this area, an additional fee may apply. Please provide your hotel details, including the hotel name and reservation name, when booking.
Exit E, Dongsi Station (Subway Line 5/6). You can take Subway Line 5, get off at the【Dongsi Station】, coming out of Exit E, finding the BusDa tour guide wearing a green vest （BusDa Logo) for check-in. If you take a taxi, please show this address 【东四地铁站E口】 to the driver.
Subway【JinYu Hutong Station】Exit C. Typically accommodating 15-20 people, The morning session begins at 8:30am, while the afternoon session starts at 12:30pm. Visitors gather at the designated meeting point and are escorted by a tour guide through the Forbidden City.
End point
The Palace Museum （North Gate)
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
30 minutesAdmission included
Stop 1
Spend 30 minutes exploring the world's largest city square and admiring the magnificent parliamentary buildings.
Stop 2
3 hoursAdmission included
Stop 2
Step into China’s imperial past at the Forbidden City, the world’s largest and best-preserved ancient palace complex. Home to 24 emperors during the Ming and Qing dynasties, this UNESCO World Heritage site is a masterpiece of traditional Chinese architecture and cultural heritage. The complex features nearly 1,000 buildings, golden rooftops, red walls, and grand ceremonial halls arranged with perfect symmetry and feng shui principles. Highlights include the majestic Meridian Gate, the Hall of Supreme Harmony, and the tranquil imperial gardens. Every stone and corridor echoes centuries of imperial power, artistry, and tradition. As the heart of Beijing for over 500 years, the Forbidden City offers an unforgettable journey into the grandeur, rituals, and daily life of China's royal court. A must-visit for lovers of history, culture, and architectural beauty.
Stop 3
4 hoursAdmission not included
Stop 3
Additional Visit to mutianyu(if option selected)，Discover the historical grandeur of Beijing with visits to two must-see attractions
Additional Info
Wheelchair Accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Other
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Other
To ensure the success of your ticket booking to the Forbidden City, All traveler “full name, nationality and passport number” is required. You MUST provide above info to us upon booking.
Other
We can’t guarantee 100% success of ticket booking during the peak tourist season, the tour may cancelled and full refund.
Other
NOTE: Customers from Chinese Mainland, Hong Kong and Taiwan need to book 7 days in advance
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
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