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The Summer Palace in Beijing – first built in 1750, largely destroyed in the war of 1860 and restored on its original foundations in 1886 – is a masterpiece of Chinese landscape garden design. The natural landscape of hills and open water is combined with artificial features such as pavilions, halls, palaces, temples and bridges to form a harmonious ensemble of outstanding aesthetic value. How to get to Summer Palace By Bus To the East Palace Gate: Take bus 303 and get off at Yiheyuan Station, then walk west for about 200 meters (220 yards) to the gate. To the West Gate: Take bus 469, 539 or Zhuan 129 and get off at Yiheyuan Ximen (Yiheyuan West Gate) Station, then walk northeastward for about 300 meters (328 yards) to the gate. To the North Palace Gate: Take bus 303, 346, 394, 563, 584 or Sightseeing Line 3 and get off at Yiheyuan Beigongmen (North Palace Gate) Station; or take bus 332, 384, or 601 to Beigongmen Subway Station. The gate is less than 100 meters (109 yards) away. To the New Palace Gate: Take bus 74, 374, or 437, and get off at Xin Jian Gong Men (Yiheyuan New Palace Gate) Station. By Subway Take line 4 to Beigongmen, and exit from D. After that, walk west for 3 minutes to the North Palace Gate. Take line 10 to Bagou Station. Then take Western Suburban Line to Yiheyuanximen Station. Walk north for 4 minutes to the West Gate of Summer Palace. Beijing Bus / Subway Search The Temple of Heaven, literally the Altar of Heaven, is a complex of Taoist buildings situated in south-eastern urban Beijing, known as the Xuanwu District. The complex was visited by the Emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties for annual ceremonies of prayer to Heaven for good harvest. It is regarded as a Taoist temple, although the Chinese Heaven worship by the reigning monarch “ohe day” pre-dates Taoism. The Temple of Heaven is a must-see attraction in Beijing! How to get to Temple of Heaven By Bus: South Gate: Take bus 36, 958 or Zhuan 202 to Tiantan Nanmen Station. West Gate: Take bus 2, 7, 20, 36, 53, 72, 93, or 120 and get off at Tiantan Ximen Station. North Gate: Take bus 6, 34, 35, 36, 72 or 106 and get off at Tiantan Beimen Station. By Subway: Take Subway Line 5 to Tiantan Dongmen Station; leave from Exit A and you'll find the East Gate of the Park. Take Subway Line 8 to Tianqiao Station, take Exit C, walk eastward you will see the west gate.

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.

Meet with your tour guide at the meeting point before commencing your captivating sightseeing tour to the Forbidden City.Your tour guide will escort you around the Forbidden city covering the West, East, and Central line, featuring all sides of the Forbidden City passing through the royal family's residence and the splendid royal garden. In addition to the Forbidden City, we will take you to visit the Royal Treasure Museum, which has the most ornamental value, and appreciate the superb craftsmanship of ancient China.The tour will end at the North Gate. You can choose to continue exploring independently or find restaurants to have lunch nearby.

Pre-book your tickets to the Forbidden City and enter with your original passport, avoiding the hassle of sold-out tickets and long queues. Explore the Forbidden City with a textual and visual guide. The Forbidden City is a must-visit attraction for global tourists coming to Beijing, representing the pinnacle of ancient aesthetics. It covers an area of 720,000 square meters, with a building area of 150,000 square meters, over 70 palaces, and more than 9,000 rooms. It once housed 24 emperors and reflects the rise and fall of the Ming and Qing dynasties.

We will meet at the Beijing Planning Exhibition Hall at the south front gate of Tiananmen Square at 8 am, and then walk through the square, Tiananmen Square, and enter the Forbidden City under the guidance of an experienced local guide dressed in traditional Chinese costumes. Then we will spend four hours to explore the place in depth, taking everyone to deeply immerse in the daily life of the ancient royal family, the exquisite architectural craftsmanship of the ancients, and various exquisite ancient crafts. You can also choose to wear ancient costumes in the Forbidden City to take a group of artistic photos, have a royal lunch, and buy a royal specialty souvenir. At about one or two o'clock in the afternoon, we will leave at the Shenwu Gate of the North Gate to complete a wonderful day. We are committed to making creative travel products, visiting from a new perspective, and giving everyone a unique and wonderful experience. We will try our best to give everyone enough time to immerse themselves in the vivid Chinese traditional culture and old Beijing characteristics. Each of our tour groups is kept within 14 people, which is a private boutique travel, giving everyone the best experience.

Experience the Forbidden City Like Never Before Meet your passionate, licensed tour guide at the designated meeting point and embark on a captivating journey through the heart of China's imperial history. Your tour will take you through the awe-inspiring Forbidden City, the world’s largest and best-preserved imperial palace complex. Middle Axis Tour: Visit the most significant buildings along the central axis of the palace, gaining deep insight into the imperial way of life. Hidden Courtyards: Step into two courtyards in the west chamber, where your guide will enrich your experience with captivating stories and historical facts. Imperial Garden: Finish your guided tour in the stunning Imperial Garden, a serene escape for ancient emperors. Afterward, you can choose to continue exploring the Forbidden City at your own pace, or take time to relax and enjoy lunch at one of the nearby restaurants. This 4-hour guided tour offers a perfect mix of history, culture, and architecture, ideal for first-time visitors looking for an unforgettable experience.

Note: Please book this tour at least 7 days in advance, because Tickets to the Forbidden City are tight all year round, once we failed to book the Forbidden City tickets, we will visit Jingshan Park on the south side of the Forbidden City, instead of the Forbidden City, standing at the top of the hill in Jingshan Park, you can still see the entire layout of the Forbidden City and the building structures. You’ll be picked up at your Beijing's hotel between 07:00 and 08:80 and begin the full-day tour of the city’s highlights at the Forbidden City, the largest and most powerful ancient imperial palace complex in the world, with 650 years of history to discover. Your guide will take you along the central axis of the site from south to north for an hour-long tour. After a short rest, you’ll continue on to the Temple of Heaven, the largest ancient imperial worship site in the world, where the emperors prayed for a good harvest for the farmers. On the way to Temple of Heaven, you’ll have the opportunity to learn about Chinese traditional medicine at a museum. Following a break to enjoy a Chinese lunch at a local restaurant, you’ll stop for a short visit to a pearl gallery or silk museum. Next is a half-hour drive to the Summer Palace, which is the site of the stunning and most famous Chinese imperial garden. After about an hour of exploring the area you’ll enjoy Chinese tea ceremony at tea house before going back to your hotel.

Please book forbidden city tickets before the actual tour date! ! Pre-book the Forbidden City ticket is the must way to travelers who want an stress-free visit to the Museum. Your pre-booked entry can be accessed by using your passport near the main entrance, close to Wumen Gate. Beat the Beijing crowds and get direct entry to the Forbidden City See one of Beijing’s top attractions and a UNESCO-listed site Conveniently use your passport to get entrance access. Also With the reserved ticket you can enter Tiananmen Square, otherwise you only can see it from far away and police won't allow you to enter the square. Please note Chinese ID card can not buy from us, since it is the different ticket system, if you booked we have to cancel the booking.

Please kindly book your tour at least one day ahead and please book 7 days ahead during the Chinese holidays to ensure your tickets booking, thanks. EDiscover the Great Wall of China and the Forbidden City on a private tour from Beijing. Enjoy the flexibility of a private tour and the expertise of a local guide. Benefit from round-trip transportation from your hotel and a traditional Chinese lunch. Meet your guide in the lobby of your hotel and head to the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu. Take a cable car to the top of the wall and marvel at the panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. Spend 2 hours hiking along the wall and learning about its history from your guide. Stop for lunch at a local restaurant and try some traditional Chinese dishes. Continue to the Forbidden City, Admire the grandeur of the Forbidden City, the former imperial palace of China.

meet at the meeting point,the tour guide wearing a green vest Enter the Forbidden City from the Massive Meridian Gate. The Forbidden City was the political and ritual center of China for over 500 years. After its completion in 1420, the Forbidden City was home to 24 emperors, their families and servants during the Ming and the Qing dynasties.Spend 2.5 hours to explore the halls, courtyards and gardens. Your guide has an extensive knowledge of Chinese history, culture and architecture. They will share their knowledge with you in an informative, personable, and enjoyable manner. Feel free to ask questions if you have. Next, heading to the Great Wall at Mutianyu section. During the 1.5 hours drive, your tour guide will explain the related histories and stories. Stop at the local restaurant for an authentic countryside style lunch. Upon arrival at Mutianyu, follow your tour guide to take either the cable car or ski lift (at your own expence)up to the Wall which will save you valuable time, marvel at this world's longest manmade project, hike up and down to explore different watch towers, climb up to the tower to find out how military signal were send back in the past. Take as many photos as you like, after4 hours hike, you will descend by ski lift/cable car or take the fun toboggan.(it might stop if it is raining)