Forbidden City Half-Day Guided Tour with Ticket

Donghuamen Subdistrict, Beijing



Step into the imperial Forbidden City. Skip lines to explore grand halls and hidden courtyards. Hear vivid royal stories from your expert guide.

Highlights

  • Visit the UNESCO-listed Forbidden City in Beijing
  • Explore China’s former imperial palace with a professional guide
  • Choose from multiple language options: English, Spanish, and Russian
  • Enhance your experience with an optional Treasure Gallery visit
  • Choose a private tour option

Description

Discover the history and beauty of Beijing’s Forbidden City, the former imperial palace of China, with a professional guided tour. Choose the experience that best suits your travel style, including English, Spanish, or Russian guided group tours, a Forbidden City and Treasure Gallery experience, or a private guided tour. During the tour, explore the magnificent palace complex, learn about the emperors and royal families of the Ming and Qing dynasties, and discover the stories behind one of China’s most famous landmarks. Your guide will introduce the architecture, history, and cultural significance of the Forbidden City, helping you gain a deeper understanding of China’s imperial past. Please select your preferred option when booking. The tour duration, visiting route, and itinerary may vary depending on the selected option, crowd levels, security checks, and official regulations.

Includes

Forbidden City admission ticket Professional guide service (according to the selected option) Guided tour service Treasure Gallery admission ticket (only for the selected Treasure Gallery option) Private tour service (only for the selected private tour option)

Excludes

Hotel pickup and drop-off Transportation to and from the meeting point Food and drinks Personal expenses Any services not mentioned in the inclusions

Important Information

  • A valid passport is required to enter the Forbidden City
  • Please provide accurate passport information when requested. The booking information must match the passport used for entry
  • Forbidden City tickets require advance reservation and are subject to availability
  • Please arrive at the meeting point on time. Late arrival may result in missing the tour
  • Security checks are required before entering the Forbidden City and may take additional time during busy periods
  • The Forbidden City is a large attraction with extensive walking. Comfortable shoes are recommended
  • Please carefully select your preferred language and tour type when booking
  • Different options have different itineraries and durations. Please check the selected option details before booking
  • The Forbidden City is closed every Monday

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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