Tiananmen Square is a must visit attraction in Beijing and also the political center. Numbers limited reservation everyday, through our reservation service, you can present your passport and enter directly through security check. Please provide the correct passport information. Otherwise, you won't be able to enter. Friendly reminder: Be sure to avoid traditional Chinese holidays, such as May Labor’s Day (May 1st to May 5th each year), Summer Holiday (June 27th to August 30th), National Day (October 1st to October 7th), Winter Vacation, and Spring Festival (around January 28th to February 16th each year). During this period, firstly, it is difficult to make the reservation, and secondly, queuing can cause you excruciating pain. It takes about 1-3 hours to queue up for security checks.
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Out at sunset: the 5:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:34 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 3.
Tiananmen Square is a free of charge reservation for visitors, but there is a limit on the number of people per day. Moreover, making the reservation is particularly troublesome, and we hope to provide assistance to tourists from all over the world through this compensable service. Tiananmen Square is the largest city center square in the world, a symbol of Beijing, and also the political and cultural center of China. Tiananmen Square is located in the heart of Beijing and can accommodate one million people for grand gatherings. Tiananmen is a must see for tourists. Numerous buildings that serve as national symbols, such as the Monument to the People's Heroes, the National Museum, the Great Hall of the People, the Mao Zedong Memorial Hall, and the Tiananmen Square Tower, are located around Tiananmen Square. The common large-scale celebrations on TV are also held here.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Tiananmen Square Entry Reservation Ticket lasts about 1–4 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
Prices start at $4 per person for this Beijing experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 24 departures a day between 4:00 AM and 6:00 PM.
Children aged 1–5 pay from $4, adults from $4.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 108 verified reviews; it is run by Lily's tour service.
I was worried about getting tickets during the busiest holiday of the year and when the tickets already run out quickly so this was perfect for me! Don’t stress about getting the tickets a week before.
Very nice experience Reservation was very easy to book Everything went very smooth We went to The Tianmen tower at 1:30 pm Very less crowded at that time
The square is very impressive. The security checks were very extensive. So plan enough time. I was there on a Monday at noon and it was actually still relaxed. On other days, they say it takes up to 1.5 hours to get into the square.
Thank you very much for your lovely review! We are glad you enjoyed the square. You are absolutely right that security checks can take time, so we always advise guests to set aside plenty of visiting time. We are happy your visit on Monday noon went smoothly. We hope to welcome you back to Beijing soon!
We had a lovely afternoon visit to Tiananmen Square. There was no need for an early‑morning wake‑up, which was really convenient. The square is enormous and truly breathtaking. We walked around at a relaxed pace, admiring Tiananmen Gate, the Monument to the People’s Heroes and other historic landmarks. The security process was efficient and well‑managed, and the whole area felt safe and orderly. We stayed until late afternoon and watched the flag‑lowering ceremony, which was solemn and touching. This is an unmissable experience for anyone coming to Beijing.
Dear Alicia, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback on your afternoon tour of Tiananmen Square! We are delighted to hear you enjoyed the relaxed afternoon schedule without an early‑morning start, and that you were impressed by the grand square, historic landmarks and the solemn flag‑lowering ceremony. It means a lot to us that you felt safe during your visit. Witnessing the flag‑lowering ceremony is indeed a memorable highlight in Beijing. We sincerely hope you will enjoy the rest of your trip in China. Looking forward to welcoming you again in the future! Best regards, LIly's tour guide
Perfect! No problem, you just have to be patient with the security checks and that's it, enjoy one of the most famous squares in the world.
Thank you for your lovely feedback! You are absolutely right, a little patience for the security checks goes a long way. Hope you had a wonderful time visiting one of the most famous squares in the world. We would love to welcome you back to Beijing sometime in the future.
We had a wonderful experience with this Tiananmen Square reservation service. The booking process online was straightforward. There is no tour guide included with this service, so we explored the site entirely on our own, which suited our travel style perfectly. We arrived at the scheduled time, followed the entry instructions provided, and went through security check without any delays or complications. Thanks to this reservation service, we avoided the stress and complexity of arranging the booking by ourselves. We were able to take our time walking around Tiananmen Square, admire the grand architecture, and soak in the special historical atmosphere at our own pace. Everything worked exactly as promised. We are really satisfied and would happily recommend this service to other visitors coming to Beijing.
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We are glad to hear you had a great self‑guided visit to Tiananmen Square. It pleases us that our reservation service helped you skip the hassle of complicated self‑booking procedures and enjoy the grand historical site at your own pace. Wish you a pleasant rest of your trip in Beijing! We look forward to serving you again in the future.
Long and time-consuming queues and at the end even the reservation was not in the system. They still got a book, because they say they can't get Books in the box. Mausoleum closed. The good part was that we had seen the backing of the flag at sunset, with official troops marching.
We are truly sorry to hear your experience did not meet your expectations. During the summer‑holiday period, visitor volumes rise sharply, which results in long waiting times at security checkpoints. This situation is beyond our control, and we advise all guests to be prepared for extended queues. The summer travel season will end in around 10 days, after‑which waiting times should improve significantly. Regarding the book that was retained: Tiananmen Square is a sensitive public site where all printed materials are subject to security inspection. Items containing foreign national flags or content considered unfriendly toward China are not permitted inside the premises. You also mentioned your reservation could not be found in the system. Please note that entry to Tiananmen Square is strictly reservation‑only and access is not possible without a valid booking. We have previously emailed you with supporting screenshots from our backend system, and you acknowledged receipt by replying “Ok”. Thank you for your honest feedback. We will continue to remind future guests about peak‑season conditions to help them better plan their visits.
The security chevk yook two hours and then it wasnt cleat how to get tonthe square so we ended up walking in the Temple Palace and unable to enter the square. We were not able tonget to the square.
We are truly sorry to hear you could not access Tiananmen Square and encountered such a frustrating experience. During the summer vacation, visitor volumes are extremely high, leading to lengthy security check queues, which are out of our control. We advise visitors to fully prepare for long waiting times. Visiting in the evening will significantly reduce crowds. The summer holiday will end in around 10 days, and queues will become much shorter afterwards. We appreciate your honest feedback and will keep reminding future guests about this peak-season situation.
They booked the ticket on the wrong day. I mean, completely wrong day; I gave passport information, and then booked it for the next day. Not the right then who was a whole week away They were also not to be reached when we stood and couldn't get in
Dear Frederik, We sincerely apologize for the wrong date on your ticket booking. After reviewing your original order record, we found that you modified your reservation at the last minute, which accidentally changed the visiting date. We feel extremely sorry for all the trouble this has caused you. It must have been very frustrating when you arrived at the venue unable to get in, yet couldn’t reach our staff for any assistance. We take your unpleasant experience very seriously and will optimize our booking procedures to prevent similar mistakes from happening again. Regards
This worked perfectly! Sent my info and got a confirmation of the registration a few days before my visit. I don't have WeChat so this was a very convenient way of getting enrolled to visit the square. Take the screenshot with you alongside your passport, I needed both. Went on a Tuesday at 6:50 AM, security line was minimal (1-2 min). Recommend booking the palace museum for the same day, it's easy to go there directly from the square!
Thanks a lot for your lovely review! Glad our service was super convenient without WeChat and you got your confirmation ahead of your trip. Your travel tips are really helpful for future visitors! Wish you a lovely rest of your journey!
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