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Beijing: Tian'anmen Square & Forbidden City W Optional Tours

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Beijing: Tian'anmen Square & Forbidden City W Optional Tours
Top rated
4.8220553 out of 5 stars
4.8
4.8220553 out of 5 stars
1995 reviews

Tick two of the most iconic sights in Beijing off your sightseeing list during this in-depth, guided tour of Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City. Choose from options that include exciting activities like a Hutong food walking tour.

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Reserve now & pay later
Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
Duration 3 - 8 hours
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
Pickup optional
The driver and guide will pick you up at the downtown within 4th ring road hotel They will hold a sign with your name on it
Wheelchair accessible
Private group available

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

E
Eunice Antunes – Sweden

Visiting The Forbidden City with our guide Adele was an absolute highlight of our trip! Despite the crowds, Adele’s expertise and warm personality made the experience feel intimate and stress-free. She navigated the busy spots seamlessly, sharing fascinating insights and hidden gems we would have missed on our own. Her passion and knowledge brought the place to life, and her personalized attention made us feel like VIPs.

Y
Yakov – United Kingdom

Very informative, all my questions answered, Gary was very nice :)

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Itinerary

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    Starting/pickup location

    Depends on the selected option

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    Tiananmen Square

    Guided tour (1 hour)

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    Forbidden City

    Guided tour (2 hours)

  • Car

    (30 minutes)

    Temple of Heaven

    Guided tour (1 hour)

    Optional

  • 2 drop-off locations:

    Beijing, Beijing

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Slip into the world of China's 600 years Ming Qing imperial families Residence
  • Wander around the largest square in the world in the historic Tian'anmen Square
  • Enter the Tian’anmen Square through Agency entrance save your queuing time
  • Visit the Imperial Summer Resort or Temple for the Ming Qing Imperial Emperors

Full description

Discover Beijing city highlights with our professional tour guide to understand the Ming & Qing Dynasty history behind buildings.

In this option 4-8 hours our tour covers all the most see spots on the Beijing city center including the landmark of Tian'anmen Square and Forbidden city with our optional sights Temple of Heaven or Summer Palace or both with different options. Get ready to dive into the history, culture, art, architectures.

In 4~4.5 hours, our tour covers all the must-see spots in downtown Beijing. Get ready to dive into the history, culture, art, architecture, and mouthwatering cuisine of this vibrant city! It might be the LONGEST walking tour you've ever taken, but trust us, it'll also be the most EXCITING one!

WHY CHOOSE US?

· Since 2010, we've conducted OVER 40,000 TOURS, delighting 15,0000+ visitors worldwide
· We understand the significance of your visit, which is why we're committed to showcasing the very best of Beijing through immersive 4-hour-long tours
· We have accumulated over 4000 reviews on other platform and the reviews here are just a glimpse of our excellence!
· Excited for the fun? Choose your booking date, pack your curiosity, and walk with us to explore the best of Beijing!

We offer multiple Options:
Option 1: Meet the tour guide at the hotel within 4th ring road and take either taxi or subway (transportation at your own cost) to the Tian'anmen Square with our travel fast entry pass in private tour in different languages.

Option 2: Group Tour to the Tian'anmen Square & Forbidden city with fixed meeting point at the choice of 8:00am or 13:00pm.

Option 3: Forbidden city with Temple of Heaven Group Tour with fixed meeting place at 8:00am including the public transportation between Forbidden city and Temple of Heaven.

Option 4: Forbidden city with Summer Palace Private Tour with different languages in Urber.

Option 5: Only Forbidden city tickets booking service. Notice This option only including entry tickets WITHOUT Guide & Pickup. If your booking time is 7 days before travel date, you'will get E-ticket. Otherwise you will follow our way get paper ticket (might wait for 10-30mins at entrance).

Important Notice:
If you book the tour with us 7 days in advance you will be issued E ticket and if you book within 7 days or even last minute booking then you will follow our way to help you to get in.

Includes

  • English/Spanish/German/French/Italian-speaking guide (depending on the option selected)
  • Hotel pickup within the 4th Ring Road (for private tour only; transportation fee for the 4 hours Tian'anmen Square and Forbidden City is not included)
  • Reserved entry to the sights
  • Transportation Only for private full-day tour with Uber
  • Transportation (private vehicle only for the Great Wall option)
  • Dumpling making (only if option selected)
  • Food and drink
  • Clock and jewelry museum entry ticket
  • Shuttle bus, cable car ride, and chairlift
  • Transportation for the 4 hours Tour to the Tian'anmen Square and Forbidden city
  • Tips

Not suitable for

  • People over 95 years

Meeting point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Water
  • Comfortable clothes

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Alcohol and drugs
  • Alcoholic drinks in the vehicle

Know before you go

  • Your passport will be required during the tour for all the sights entry.
  • Tours still open during the rainy or snowy days unless sometimes the heavy rains the government force to close the sights.
  • There are mandatory security checks at all entry points to the sites. The waiting time for the security check can be high during peak times/seasons and is separate from the ticket line
  • Tian'anmen Square might close without advance notice due to government activity, if this happens you will walk around the Square or replace the visit to the Jinshan Park.
  • Note: CHINESE CITIZENS NEED to Reserve 7-days in advance

From $18.00 per person

Reserve now & pay later to book your spot and pay nothing today
Reserve now & pay later to book your spot and pay nothing today

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 1995 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Value for money
    4.7/5

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Eunice Antunes – SwedenMay 13, 2025 – Verified booking
Visiting The Forbidden City with our guide Adele was an absolute highlight of our trip! Despite the crowds, Adele’s expertise and warm personality made the experience feel intimate and stress-free. She navigated the busy spots seamlessly, sharing fascinating insights and hidden gems we would have missed on our own. Her passion and knowledge brought the place to life, and her personalized attention made us feel like VIPs.
Y
Yakov – United KingdomMay 13, 2025 – Verified booking
Very informative, all my questions answered, Gary was very nice :)
M
Martina – ItalyMay 13, 2025 – Verified booking
Gary was a very good guide, I enjoyed the organization and the explanation, especially inside the Forbidden City. I recommend it if you are in Beijing and want a nice tour of two of the most important sites of the city.

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