Forbidden City Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2–4 hours
- Price from
- $116 / person
- Location
- Beijing, China
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 44 reviews
- Languages
- ZH-TW, CMN, EN, ZH-CN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Beijing Private Tours
- Meeting point
- The hotel is the best point for meeting your guide . Meet here can avoid the Tiananmen square long line . The hotel name and address in Chinese ( 北京木棉花酒店， 地址：东城区，东华门大街16号）, So, you can show the Chinese to taxi driver .
Description
The tour include tickets to the Forbidden City, but it is required to book the tour at least 7 days in advance. If you already have your own ticket, you can book the tour just 2 days before your desired date. Your guide will meet you at Hotel Kapok (东华门木棉花酒店), strategically located for your convenience. You can easily reach the meeting point by taxi. Rest assured, your guide is meticulously chosen for their expertise and profound insights into the history, architecture, and culture of the palace.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 1:00 PM
- Next available
- Sun, Nov 1
- Adult (ages 11+)
- $116
- Child (ages 0–10)
- $60
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $189.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 31.
Tour Options
Itinerary
The Palace Museum
Please book the tour at least 7 days in advance .
Meridian Gate (Wu Men)
This the entrance of Forbidden city ( Please it will with long line during peak season , and highly recommend to visit Forbidden City in the afternoon , because much less tourists in the afternoon)
Hall of Great Harmony (Taihe Dian)
Inside of Forbidden City
Hall of Preserving Harmony (Baohedian)
The Imperial Garden of The Palace Museum
The end of tour
What's included
Included
Forbidden city admission ticket
Private knowledgable guide
Not included
Hotel drop-off
Transportion fee
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
44 reviews
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants for getting your Forbidden City entrance ticket in advance
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 Forbidden City Tour take?
Forbidden City Tour lasts about 2–4 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Forbidden City Tour cost?
Prices start at $116 per person for this Beijing experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $189. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Forbidden City Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 1:00 PM.
How much does Forbidden City Tour cost for children?
Children aged 0–10 pay from $60, adults from $116.
Can I cancel Forbidden City Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is The hotel is the best point for meeting your guide . Meet here can avoid the Tiananmen square long line . The hotel name and address in Chinese ( 北京木棉花酒店， 地址：东城区，东华门大街16号）, So, you can show the Chinese to taxi driver . Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Forbidden City Tour offered in?
The experience is available in ZH-TW, CMN, EN, ZH-CN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Children must be accompanied by an adult
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is Forbidden City Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 44 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Beijing Private Tours.
Reviews(44)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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