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Overview
It can be difficult to beat the crowds in Beijing. This Forbidden City admission ticket is the perfect way to ensure you have an stress-free visit with no waiting around. Gain access using your passport near the main entrance, close to Tiananmen Square, then explore the palace complex and admire the courtyards and gardens. Choose between morning or afternoon admission; upgrade to add a guide or visit the Treasure Gallery.
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Lily's Tour Company
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the forbidden city half day tour
lorenzobQ1814NJ, Apr 2025
it is a worth tour .we spent the all morning in the forbidden City.the tour guide Sophia is the best .one day before the tour .she told us the meeting point.and how to get there.she show us lots of picture s .then we could know the more history about the forbidden City.it is a nice tour and the friendly group
Nancy was a very...
leonardo_m, Apr 2025
Nancy was a very enthusiastic guide and we were lucky enough to be only 6 of us with her. I could not get tickets to the forbidden city myself as the official website was not working well but this tour managed to get them for me instantly. Highly recommended and definitely worth going around with a guide as I would not have had a clue of what I was looking at otherwise.
the Forbidden experience
Damir_M, Apr 2025
Everything was as described. I got registered and was able to enter with passport only. Thank you very much
A wonderful visit
fionatV7433II, Apr 2025
We had a great afternoon at forbidden city. Probably the highlight of our trip to China. Our guide Marco was great! He was very knowledgeable and very kind. We could not thank Marco enough for this unforgettable visit.
Itinerary
Forbidden City-The Palace Museum
After booking with your passport name and number (for all participants), you can access to the Forbidden City directly through the security check and by showing your passport at the main entrance, Meridian Gate.
Forbidden City Schedule:
• Peak Season: April 1st to October 31st (Tuesday to Sunday) - Last Entry is at 16:00
• Summer Vacation: July to August (Monday to Sunday) - Last Entry is at 16:00
• Slow Season: November 1st to March 31st (Tuesday to Sunday) - Last Entry is at 15:30
Please note:
• This is pre booking service, the comfirmation will send 7 days before the tour date.
• Passport name and number is required at time of booking for “all participants” upon booking
• This ticket product offers you direct entry to Forbidden City with your Passport
1 hourAdmission IncludedMeridian Gate (Wu Men)
Pass by Meridian Gate (Wu Men) is the main gate and the south gate of the Forbidden City. As the greatest of the gates, it is also the highest building of the Forbidden City.
5 minutesAdmission IncludedHall of Middle Harmony (Zhonghe Dian)
Hall of Supreme Harmony (Taihe Dian) also called 'Hall of Golden Throne', is the grandest hall in the palace and the largest wooden structure in China.
30 minutesAdmission IncludedHall of Preserving Harmony (Baohedian)
The Hall of Preserving Harmony (Baohe Dian) is the last main hall in the Outer Court.
15 minutesAdmission IncludedGate of Heavenly Purity
The Gate of Heavenly Purity (Qianqing Men) separates the palace into the Outer and Inner Court. Behind the gate is the residential area of the palace.
30 minutesAdmission IncludedPalace of Earthly Tranquility
The two chambers in the east were changed into bridal rooms for the emperor and empress; while the remaining four chambers were used as a place of worship.
20 minutesAdmission IncludedThe Imperial Garden of The Palace Museum
Behind the Hall of Earthly Tranquility is the Imperial Garden where the imperial family members recreated themselves.
30 minutesAdmission Included
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- Admission ticket
Exclusions
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please note: Passport name and number is required at time of booking for “all participants” upon booking
- Passport is required for all travelers on the day of travel for direct entry. (not for Chinese tourist)
- Please ensure all travelers' passport number and full name (must match your passport) is provided and accurate upon booking. Otherwise, you won't be able to access to the attraction
- Chinese tourists( including Taiwan and Hongkong ) must book over 8 days in advance.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- If children's height over 1.2 meters (3'9"), please purchase Youth Ticket upon booking (under 1.2 meters is free to join) Please ensure you follow this restriction upon booking. Don't be risky as Forbidden City will not let your kids in for free if the height is over 1.2 meters.
- This is only pre-booking service, if we get the ticket then the comfirmation letter will received 7 days in advance.
- The ticket is only valid on the day you book to travel
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.