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Private Beijing Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven Tour
Product code 67296P3
From
From USD 225
Dates
Jan 10, 2024 to Jun 18, 2026
Start times
11:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 7:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 9:30 AM, 10:00 AM, 8:00 AM
Travelers
Child ages 0-5, Adult ages 6-88
Options
Spanish Guide Private Tour, English Guide Private Tour, Portuguese Guide Private Tour
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Duration
6 hours to 7 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Portuguese, Spanish
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
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From
From USD 225
Private Beijing Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven Tour





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Duration
6 hours to 7 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Portuguese, Spanish
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
Why Travelers Love This
Follow Beijing's imperial center in one private culture day, from Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City to the Jingshan Park viewpoint and the Temple of Heaven. Your guide connects the route into a story of emperors, court life, city planning, and ritual instead of treating each stop as a quick photo stop. This tour is built for travelers who want a polished, higher-comfort Beijing day with a private guide instead of a large coach tour. Admission is pre-arranged with your passport details, private transfers reduce navigation stress, and the pace can be adjusted around photos, walking breaks, shade, and local lunch recommendations. Lunch, gratuities, and personal expenses are paid separately so your group can choose the meal style that fits the day.
Overview
Follow Beijing's imperial center in one private culture day, from Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City to the Jingshan Park viewpoint and the Temple of Heaven. Your guide connects the route into a story of emperors, court life, city planning, and ritual instead of treating each stop as a quick photo stop. This tour is built for travelers who want a polished, higher-comfort Beijing day with a private guide instead of a large coach tour. Admission is pre-arranged with your passport details, private transfers reduce navigation stress, and the pace can be adjusted around photos, walking breaks, shade, and local lunch recommendations. Lunch, gratuities, and personal expenses are paid separately so your group can choose the meal style that fits the day.
What's Included
Included
Private guide in selected language
Bottled water
Admission to Forbidden City, Jingshan Park, and Temple of Heaven
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off within Beijing Fifth Ring Road
Not included
Gratuities
Personal expenses
Lunch
Pickup outside Beijing Fifth Ring Road, if applicable
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
30 minutesAdmission included
Stop 1
Start your day with a hotel pickup as scheduled. Embark on a captivating tour that kicks off in the northern section of Tian'anmen Square. Witness the iconic Tian’anmen Gate, representing the essence of new China. Delight in the sight of two pairs of ancient stone lions, ornate columns, the outer golden water bridge, and more. Take advantage of the opportunity to appreciate distant views of significant structures such as the National Flag Pole, the Monument to the People's Hero, the Chairman Mao Zedong Memorial Hall, the Great Hall of People, and the National Museum. It depends on where is your pickup location, it will take about half hour to arrive at Tian'anmen Square, because there is security check(It could take 10-60 minutes to access the Tian'anmen Square, depending on date of the year) we will choose the less crowded.
Stop 2
2 hoursAdmission included
Stop 2
Continue your journey by heading to the Forbidden City, renowned as the largest and most well-maintained collection of ancient imperial palaces, boasting a rich history spanning 500 years. Explore the Forbidden City along the central axis, traversing from south to north, and immerse yourself in its historical grandeur for a duration of 2 hours.
Stop 3
30 minutesAdmission included
Stop 3
Discover the allure of Jingshan Park, an enchanting escape in the heart of Beijing. This historical oasis offers lush greenery, scenic pathways, and captivating views from its centerpiece, Jingshan Mountain. Ascend to the summit for a 360-degree panorama of Beijing, with iconic landmarks like the Forbidden City and modern cityscape in sight. Perfect for a peaceful stroll, cultural exploration, or breathtaking photos, Jingshan Park seamlessly blends nature, history, and awe-inspiring vistas for an unforgettable experience.
Stop 4
1 hour 30 minutesAdmission included
Stop 4
After half hour drive by car, next on our itinerary is the Temple of Heaven, the world's largest ancient imperial worship architecture complex. This sacred site holds historical significance as the place where ancient Emperors offered prayers for peace and bountiful harvests. Allow approximately 1 hour for a meaningful exploration of the Temple of Heaven. Afterwards, our driver will drive you back to your hotel, it could be around half to one hour.
Additional Info
Stroller Accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants Must Sit On Laps
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
No Heart Problems
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Other
Travel and walking time between those tour sites could be about 1.5 hours
Other
Passport details are required for Forbidden City ticket booking.
Other
Tiananmen Square may close for official activity; route will be adjusted if needed.
Other
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
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
4.9
21 reviews
Collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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