Tours/Beijing/Forbidden City/Palace Museum and Tiananmen Square Entry Ticket
Viator

Forbidden City/Palace Museum and Tiananmen Square Entry Ticket

4.7(57)Beijing1 hour
VIATOR4.7(40)TRIPADVISOR4.8(17)

Description

Plan your Beijing visit with flexible ticket options for two of the city’s top landmarks. Choose from three ticket types: Forbidden City Ticket–Skip the hassle and secure your reservation in advance for China’s most famous imperial palace(Does not include Tiananmen Square) Tiananmen Square Entry–Visit the world’s largest public square, a symbol of modern China( Does not include the Forbidden City--requires a security check and queuing. If this is inconvenient, please skip this option). Forbidden City+Tiananmen–See both sites in one day with one convenient booking. Each option is sold separately. Please select your preferred ticket type before booking. Why Book With Us: Official tickets with guaranteed entry Flexible options to match your travel plans No paper or QR code needed—enter directly with your passport Important Notes: ** The Forbidden City is closed on Mondays. ** If “Tiananmen Square Entry Ticket only” shows on your date, it means the Forbidden City tickets are sold out.

Tour Options

T-Square Reservation Service
  • Forbidden City Not Included
Forbidden City+T-Square
  • One booking for two attraction: Note: Entry to Tiananmen Square requires a security check and queuing. If this is inconvenient, please skip this option.
Forbidden City Ticket Only
  • Tiananmen Square Not Included

Itinerary

180 min

Forbidden City (The Palace Museum, Beijing) Step inside Beijing’s world-famous Forbidden City, also known as the Palace Museum, once home to 24 emperors. With your entry ticket, you can skip the lines and explore grand courtyards, golden-roofed halls, and hidden gardens while uncovering centuries of imperial history.

60 min

Tiananmen Square Visit Tiananmen Square, Beijing’s most iconic landmark and the world’s largest public square. With your reserved admission, experience the atmosphere of this historic site and admire surrounding monuments such as the National Museum, the Great Hall of the People, and the Monument to the People’s Heroes.

Highlights

The Forbidden City (Palace Museum): Entry is by scanning your original passport at the gate.
Travel instructions n the Tiananmen Square entry voucher will be emailed one day before your visit.
The QR code you receive after booking is only a booking confirmation, not your entry ticket.
Admission ticket(s) based on the option you selected (Forbidden City / Tiananmen Square / Combo).

What's included

Included
The Forbidden City (Palace Museum): Entry is by scanning your original passport at the gate.
Travel instructions n the Tiananmen Square entry voucher will be emailed one day before your visit.
The QR code you receive after booking is only a booking confirmation, not your entry ticket.
Admission ticket(s) based on the option you selected (Forbidden City / Tiananmen Square / Combo).
Not included
This is a combo product. Purchasing a ticket for one site does not include entry to the other.
NOT accessible for Chinese passport/ID
Important: If you cannot provide a valid WhatsApp, WeChat, or email, please do not book this ticket.
Basic English required. Please don’t book if you can’t read or communicate in English.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(57)

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PUILOKLEON_C
August 13, 2026
Fast response from organiser Li

Family enjoyed the experience very much and would recommend to other friends and family. Thank you again and I would leave good feedback online! Take care 😃

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Alessia_C
August 12, 2026
Everything went very...

Everything went very well! The whole experience was smooth and well organized. Our contact was very attentive and made sure we had all the necessary information before and during the tour. We really appreciated the availability and attention to detail. Highly recommended!

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Julien B
August 9, 2026
Beautiful experience

Very good. Ideally, you should go early in the morning (fewer people). The tour is really interesting

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Yves_R
July 19, 2026
You just have to go there!

An absolute must-visit! Great attraction. Everything worked out without any problems. Great culture and a clear recommendation!

Operator response

We're so happy to hear everything went smoothly! The Forbidden City is truly one of Beijing's most iconic cultural treasures, and we're glad you had the chance to experience it. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back to explore more of Beijing's history and culture! Your Beijing Guide Team

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Lanceshu2019
July 14, 2026
Get there early!

The instructions were fine, along with a map provided by the Tour company. I didn’t quite understand when booking with Tripadvisor how this would all work, but it was through a Local contact. But she was very responsive and easy to work with.

Operator response

Thank you for sharing your experience! We're glad our instructions and map helped you navigate your visit smoothly. We understand that booking attraction tickets through an international platform can sometimes feel unfamiliar, so we're happy our local support and quick responses gave you confidence throughout the process. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to assist you again in Beijing! Your Beijing Guide Team

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Melanie_N
July 12, 2026
Very nice communication...

Very nice communication via whatsapp with the contact person, very helpful. This trip is not doable in the heat with a child, extremely long lines in the heat, so we didn't really get to enjoy ourselves. We will definitely be back again.

Operator response

Thank you for your feedback and for your kind words about our WhatsApp communication. Summer is the busiest travel season in Beijing, and large crowds are unfortunately unavoidable during peak hours. That's why we carefully prepare a travel notice with recommended visiting times, routes, and entry order to help our guests avoid the heaviest crowds whenever possible. In your case, we recommended an earlier visit, but we also understood your preference to travel later because you were visiting with a child. We always respect our guests' decisions and do our best to support their preferred schedule. However, once visiting during the peak period, long lines and hot weather are beyond our control. We're sorry the crowds affected your experience, and we truly appreciate your feedback. We hope to welcome you back to Beijing in a cooler season for a much more enjoyable visit. Your Beijing Guide Team

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Roberta_V
July 9, 2026
Nice experience

Nice experience but for the places inside the square, it would be better to communicate more clearly that they are not included in the ticket and thus give the opportunity to book them.

Operator response

Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you enjoyed your visit. We appreciate your suggestion and will continue improving our product information to make it even clearer that this service is for Tiananmen Square only and does not include the surrounding attractions. Thank you for helping us improve! Your Beijing Guide Team

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heatherlX9572KR
July 5, 2026
Seamless and great experience!

This was a very seamless, easy process. Great communication from the company. No issues!

Operator response

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear everything went smoothly and that our communication made your visit easy and stress-free. We truly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you back to Beijing in the future! Your Beijing Guide Team

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ana_e
June 12, 2026
We took the City pack...

We took the Forbidden City and Tiananmen pack and did the tour in that order, which was the recommendation we received. We entered very quickly and without any problems; the directions were very precise.

Operator response

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted our recommended route helped you enter smoothly and make the most of your visit. Clear travel instructions are an important part of our service, especially during busy periods. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back to Beijing! Your Beijing Guide Team

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Jennifer_K
June 8, 2026
Historical experience that humbled you

Better to join a tour. Bring an umbrella and expect to wait in line for at least an hour to get on the cable car.

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