Beijing: The Forbidden City or Tiananmen Square Entry Ticket
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $5 / person
- Location
- Beijing, China
- Rating
- 4.5 / 5 · 8 reviews
- Group
- Small group, up to 15
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- happychinatours
Description
Buy your ticket in advance to The Forbidden City and Tiananmen square in Beijing and guarantee your admission on your chosen day and time without the risk of the tickets being sold out.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 34 times a day, 4:00 AM–8:30 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Adult (ages 19–59)
- $5
- Child (ages 6–18)
- $3
- Infant (ages 0–5)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Out at sunset: the 2:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:27 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
Itinerary
The Palace Museum
The Forbidden City (Gùgōng), located at the centre of Beijing, was the main palace of Imperial China for five centuries, until the early 20th century. It today houses the Palace Museum, one of China's largest national museums, with an extensive collection based on the former imperial collection. This is truly the spot to appreciate the might and grandeur of the Imperial Chinese court during the height of its power in the Ming and Qing dynasties. Constructed between 1406 and 1420 during the reign of Emperor Chengzu of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), the Forbidden City was home to 24 emperors and their families and acted as the ceremonial and political center of ancient Chinese government throughout 500 years. After the Last Emperor of China left the palace, it later became a museum open to the public in 1925. Since then, the Forbidden City is no longer ‘forbidden’, and now ordinary people are able to take a virtual trip in time to see the secrets and luxury of imperial life.
Tiananmen Square
Literally and metaphorical at the heart of Beijing, the vast expanse of Tiananmen Square covers over 100 acres making it one of the largest public squares in the world. It was here, in 1949, that Chairman Mao Zedong declared the founding of the People's Republic of China, especially symbolic with the Forbidden City, the symbol of imperial China, close by.
What's included
Included
The Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square Entry Ticket(if option selected)
The booking services charge
The Forbidden City ticket(if option selected)
The Tiananmen Square Entry Ticket(if option selected)
Not included
The tour guide and transportation
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.5
8 reviews
How it compares in Beijing
- Starting price $5 is 91% below the typical $54 for tours of similar length in Beijing
Excurgo comparison of 3,618 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The tour just provide the entrance ticket only
- Please left your name and passport number when you make a booking and make sure the passport numbers were corrected.
- The travel date can not be changed after the booking due to the online tickets were sold out shortly.
- Contact the provider WhatsApp number much fast than send an email if you have ticket problem
- The tiananmen square will be busy, pls enter before 8:00am or lunch or dinner time
- Please DOUBLE-check the ticket option when booking.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Beijing: The Forbidden City or Tiananmen Square Entry Ticket take?
Beijing: The Forbidden City or Tiananmen Square Entry Ticket lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Beijing: The Forbidden City or Tiananmen Square Entry Ticket cost?
Prices start at $5 per person for this Beijing experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 9 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Beijing: The Forbidden City or Tiananmen Square Entry Ticket run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 34 departures a day between 4:00 AM and 8:30 PM.
How much does Beijing: The Forbidden City or Tiananmen Square Entry Ticket cost for children?
Children aged 6–18 pay from $3, adults from $5. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Beijing: The Forbidden City or Tiananmen Square Entry Ticket for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Beijing: The Forbidden City or Tiananmen Square Entry Ticket worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 8 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by happychinatours.
Reviews(8)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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