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Forbidden City/Palace Museum and Tiananmen Square Entry Ticket
Product code 67841P20
From
From USD 3
Dates
Jul 21, 2026 to Mar 31, 2027
Start times
7:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, 11:00 AM, 8:30 AM, 6:00 PM
Travelers
Child ages 6-17, Adult ages 18-59, Senior ages 60-89
Options
T-Square Reservation Service, Forbidden City+T-Square, Forbidden City Ticket Only
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
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
Booking, payment, cancellation, and vouchers continue on Viator.
From
From USD 3
Forbidden City/Palace Museum and Tiananmen Square Entry Ticket





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Duration
3 hours to 4 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
Why Travelers Love This
Plan your Beijing visit with flexible ticket options for two of the city’s top landmarks. Choose from three ticket types: Forbidden City Ticket–Skip the hassle and secure your reservation in advance for China’s most famous imperial palace(Does not include Tiananmen Square) Tiananmen Square Entry–Visit the world’s largest public square, a symbol of modern China( Does not include the Forbidden City--requires a security check and queuing. If this is inconvenient, please skip this option). Forbidden City+Tiananmen–See both sites in one day with one convenient booking. Each option is sold separately. Please select your preferred ticket type before booking. Why Book With Us: Official tickets with guaranteed entry Flexible options to match your travel plans No paper or QR code needed—enter directly with your passport Important Notes: ** The Forbidden City is closed on Mondays. ** If “Tiananmen Square Entry Ticket only” shows on your date, it means the Forbidden City tickets are sold out.
Overview
Plan your Beijing visit with flexible ticket options for two of the city’s top landmarks. Choose from three ticket types: Forbidden City Ticket–Skip the hassle and secure your reservation in advance for China’s most famous imperial palace(Does not include Tiananmen Square) Tiananmen Square Entry–Visit the world’s largest public square, a symbol of modern China( Does not include the Forbidden City--requires a security check and queuing. If this is inconvenient, please skip this option). Forbidden City+Tiananmen–See both sites in one day with one convenient booking. Each option is sold separately. Please select your preferred ticket type before booking. Why Book With Us: Official tickets with guaranteed entry Flexible options to match your travel plans No paper or QR code needed—enter directly with your passport Important Notes: ** The Forbidden City is closed on Mondays. ** If “Tiananmen Square Entry Ticket only” shows on your date, it means the Forbidden City tickets are sold out.
What's Included
Included
The Forbidden City (Palace Museum): Entry is by scanning your original passport at the gate.
Travel instructions n the Tiananmen Square entry voucher will be emailed one day before your visit.
The QR code you receive after booking is only a booking confirmation, not your entry ticket.
Admission ticket(s) based on the option you selected (Forbidden City / Tiananmen Square / Combo).
Not included
This is a combo product. Purchasing a ticket for one site does not include entry to the other.
NOT accessible for Chinese passport/ID
Important: If you cannot provide a valid WhatsApp, WeChat, or email, please do not book this ticket.
Basic English required. Please don’t book if you can’t read or communicate in English.
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
3 hours
Stop 1
Forbidden City (The Palace Museum, Beijing) Step inside Beijing’s world-famous Forbidden City, also known as the Palace Museum, once home to 24 emperors. With your entry ticket, you can skip the lines and explore grand courtyards, golden-roofed halls, and hidden gardens while uncovering centuries of imperial history.
Stop 2
1 hour
Stop 2
Tiananmen Square Visit Tiananmen Square, Beijing’s most iconic landmark and the world’s largest public square. With your reserved admission, experience the atmosphere of this historic site and admire surrounding monuments such as the National Museum, the Great Hall of the People, and the Monument to the People’s Heroes.
Additional Info
Wheelchair Accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller Accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
No Heart Problems
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.
Experience may be cancelled for bad weather.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
4.7
54 reviews
Collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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