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Forbidden City Ticket

By Great Wall Beijing
Free cancellation available
Price is Rp251.700 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Discover the legendary Forbidden City (Palace Museum), Beijing's #1 must-see attraction, with convenient e-tickets and the option to upgrade for an expert English-speaking guide. Walk through centuries of imperial history, stunning courtyards, and hidden stories that bring China's ancient capital to life.

Why Travellers Love It:
Hassle-free entry: Instant confirmation & Passport admission
Skip the ticket line: Go straight to security with your passport
Explore at your own pace: Full access to the Forbidden City's main halls and courtyards

Guided Tour: Add a private guide for in-depth stories, photography tips, and secret spots most visitors miss. If you book within 7 days of your visit and online tickets are sold out, our guide will help you get tickets on-site. Please note that you may need to wait in line.

Itinerary:
Entry through the Meridian Gate
Visit the Hall of Supreme Harmony and other palaces along the central axis
Explore the Imperial Garden, courtyards, and hidden gems

Activity location
  • Forbidden City-The Palace Museum
    • No.4 Jingshanqian Street, Dongcheng District,
    • 100009, Beijing, China
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Meridian Gate
    • 4 Jing Shan Qian Jie
    • 100009, Dong Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China

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Forbidden City Admission
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Ticket only, no guide: This option includes admission tickets only. Guided commentary and tour services are not included.

Language options: English
Starting time: 11:00
Price details
Rp251.700 x 1 AdultRp251.700
Total
Price is Rp251.700
Until Thu, 8 Jan
3-Hour Private Guided Tour
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Admission Ticket Included: In-depth storytelling, history, architecture, and cultural background explained by a licensed English guide.

Language options: English
Starting time: 13:00
Price details
Rp2.684.800 x 1 AdultRp2.684.800
Total
Price is Rp2.684.800
Until Thu, 8 Jan
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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Admission fee
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Licensed tour guide service (Forbidden City admission option does not include guide service).
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Service charge (recommend for good service)

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Forbidden City-The Palace Museum
  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
Step inside the Forbidden City (Palace Museum), once the exclusive home of China’s emperors for over 500 years. Walk along the central axis through the majestic Hall of Supreme Harmony, where grand ceremonies were held. Admire the intricate details of golden roofs, red walls, and carved dragon thrones that symbolise imperial power. Beyond the famous halls, discover the Palace of Tranquil Longevity, Imperial Garden, and quiet courtyards where the royal family once lived. With over 9,000 rooms, the Forbidden City is not just an architectural masterpiece but also a living museum of Chinese history, culture, and art treasures. Perfectly located in the heart of Beijing, it’s a must-visit landmark and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offering visitors a journey through dynasties, legends, and timeless beauty.

Location

Activity location
  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Forbidden City-The Palace Museum
    • No.4 Jingshanqian Street, Dongcheng District,
    • 100009, Beijing, China
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Meridian Gate
    • 4 Jing Shan Qian Jie
    • 100009, Dong Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China

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