Beijing: T-Square & Forbidden City Tours with Entry Tickets

Donghuamen Subdistrict, Beijing



From ticket booking to guided storytelling tours, explore the T-square & Forbidden City your way. In the Footsteps of Emperors, discover legendary treasures.

Discover Tian'anmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Treasure Gallery with guided tours in Beijing, suitable for history and culture enthusiasts.

This experience offers two main tour options with convenient meeting points. The Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City & Treasure Gallery Group Tour lasts 4.5 hours, starting at 8:00 AM or 11:30 AM, meeting at MUJI Hotel Beijing FUN. The Forbidden City & Treasure Gallery Group Tour (excluding Tiananmen Square) lasts 4 hours, starting at 8:30 AM or 12:30 PM, meeting at Bank of China Donganmen Branch (subway line 8 Jinyu Hutong, exit C).

Tour Highlights

  • Guaranteed entry tickets for a secure visit.
  • Access Tian'anmen Square via a travel agency entrance, saving time.
  • View imperial treasures including jade, porcelain, and gold carvings.
  • Expert guide shares 600 years of palace history with engaging stories.
  • Opportunity to ask about secret anecdotes and architectural mysteries.

Itinerary Details - Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City & Treasure Gallery Group Tour

Begin with a walking tour of Tian'anmen Square, where the guide introduces landmarks such as the Great Hall of the People, National Museum of China, Mao Zedong Mausoleum, and the Monument to the People's Heroes. Enter the Forbidden City through the Meridian Gate and explore its central halls. The tour concludes at the Treasury Gallery, showcasing priceless imperial collections.

Booking and Operational Information

  • Chinese citizens (including Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan) must reserve tickets when Forbidden City online tickets are available; tickets are required and cannot be purchased once sold out.
  • Reservation for Chinese Mainland citizens requires ID card number and Chinese name per Palace Museum regulations.
  • If Tiananmen Square closes unexpectedly, the guide will substitute a visit to the Palace Museum followed by Jingshan Park.
  • This tour is physically demanding and not suitable for those with limited mobility.
  • Arrive 10 minutes before departure; latecomers cannot join and no refund will be given.
  • Tiananmen Square access depends on government permissions and may be skipped without refund.

Includes

  • Admission to Tian'anmen Square via travel agency checkpoint
  • Admission to the Forbidden City (Palace Museum)
  • Admission to the Treasure Gallery (Royal Museum)
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Earpiece for clear audio
  • Online support for latecomers
  • Free rescheduling upon contact

Excludes

  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities (optional)

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.

Provide all travelers’ full names, birthdates, passport numbers, and nationalities at booking. The best time to visit is during morning departures for cooler temperatures and fewer crowds. Dress comfortably and bring water and sun protection.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tours include Tian'anmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Treasure Gallery in Beijing.
They start at the MUJI Hotel Beijing FUN, with tour times at 8:00 AM or 11:30 AM.
This tour lasts approximately 4 hours and does not include Tiananmen Square.
No, the Forbidden City & Treasure Gallery Group Tour excludes Tiananmen Square; it is only included in the longer tour option.
The meeting point is at the Bank of China Donganmen Branch, near subway line 8 Jinyu Hutong exit C in Beijing.
Tours run at 8:00 AM and 11:30 AM for the longer tour, and 8:30 AM and 12:30 PM for the shorter Forbidden City & Treasure Gallery tour; check the website for current schedule.
Yes, the tours include entry tickets to the Forbidden City and the Treasure Gallery.
Yes, the tours are guided by experts knowledgeable about Beijing’s historical and cultural significance.
Yes, these tours are designed for history and culture enthusiasts looking to explore Beijing’s iconic landmarks.

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