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Beijing Forbidden City (Palace Museum )Ticket Booking

Beijing1 hour

Description

The Forbidden City is also known as Palace Museum, it was the imperial residence of 24 Ming and Qing dynasty Emperors, and the center of political power in China for over 500 years from 1420 to 1924. The palace as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world. The Forbidden City is arguably the most famous palace in all of Chinese history, and is the largest and best preserved royal palace complex still standing in the world. Everyone entering the Forbidden City must queue for security checks. Please bring your passport. Due to the numbers of tourist restrictions in the Forbidden City every day, a very limited ticket available daily and can be booked on the app 7 days in advance. Most of the time, tickets to the Forbidden City are hard to buy. Through our booking service, we can save you time and energy.

Tour Options

Ticket+Tour Guide
  • Ticket+Tour Guide services: This selection includes tickets to the Forbidden City and English tour guide, but does not include transportation costs. Duration: 3 hours: The tour is aroung 3-4 hours in total. You have to show up on time at the meeting point. tip: This option is not suitable for Chinese people who book within 7 days ,Please bring your passport for the trip. Meeting point: Meet infront of Kapok Hotel (东华门木棉花酒店),ADD: No.16th. Donghuamen road, Dongcheng district.
Afternoon ticket
  • Entry time: 11:00AM-15:30PM Important reminder: Please provide the names and passport numbers of all travelers. Entry to Forbidden City is by passport.
Morning ticket
  • Entry time: 8:30AM-12:00PM Important reminder: Please provide the names and passport numbers of all travelers. Entry to Forbidden City is by passport.

Itinerary

Admission included60 min

The Forbidden City is also known as Palace Museum, it was the imperial residence of 24 Ming and Qing dynasty Emperors, and the center of political power in China for over 500 years from 1420 to 1924. The palace as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world. The Forbidden City is arguably the most famous palace in all of Chinese history, and is the largest and best preserved royal palace complex still standing in the world. Due to the numbers of tourist restrictions in the Forbidden City every day, a very limited ticket available daily and can be booked on the app 7 days in advance. Most of the time, tickets to the Forbidden City are hard to buy. Through our booking service, we can save you time and energy.

Admission included30 min

Main southern entrance of the Forbidden City, with grand tower architecture and historical ceremonial significance.

Admission included30 min

The largest and most prestigious hall. Venue for imperial coronations, weddings and major state rituals. Features golden dragon throne, ten roof creatures and grand marble platform.

Admission included30 min

A square pavilion-style hall between the other two. Used by emperors to rest and review rituals scripts before grand ceremonies.

Admission included30 min

Hosted the final imperial civil service exams in Qing dynasty. Boasts the Forbidden City’s largest stone carving (250-ton dragon-and-cloud slab) at the rear.

Admission included30 min

Emperor’s bedroom and office before Emperor Yongzheng. Home to the famous “Upright and Bright” plaque, behind which the secret imperial succession edict was kept.

Admission included30 min

The imperial garden at the northern end of the central axis. Features the Hall of Imperial Peace, rockeries, ancient cypress trees and pavilions. A serene retreat for the imperial family.

Admission included30 min

The northern gate and main exit of the Forbidden City. Formerly with bells and drums for telling time; faces Jingshan Park directly outside.

Highlights

Admission/Ticket - Forbidden City

What's included

Included
Admission/Ticket - Forbidden City

Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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