Forbidden City Ticket with Optional 3-Hour Guided Tour
Skip the lines and explore the Forbidden City like an insider. Whether you want a private guided tour or a hassle-free ticket, we’ve got you covered. Choose from three options: ① Tiananmen Square + Forbidden City – Walk through China’s political heart and dive into imperial life with a licensed guide. Hear fascinating stories of emperors, daily rituals, and palace intrigue. ② Forbidden City + Jingshan Park – Discover hidden courtyards and the stunning Western Palaces before climbing Jingshan Hill for unbeatable views of the palace rooftops. ③ Fast-track Entry Ticket – Independent travelers can skip the lines and enjoy access to all open areas, including the often-overlooked East Route and West Wing. Perfect for those short on time but eager for depth, this half-day experience reveals the secrets of one of the world’s greatest historical sites—without the crowds. Tickets are included, but due to high demand, we recommend booking at least 7 days in advance to ensure availability.
Options
Forbidden City+Jingshan Park
Private Tour
What's included in Forbidden City Ticket with Optional 3-Hour Guided Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Forbidden City-The Palace Museum
Receive your fast‑access prebooked ticket and head directly to the Forbidden City entrance—no waiting in line! Forbidden City Highlights Enter through the Meridian Gate and explore the grand Hall of Supreme Harmony, Hall of Heavenly Purity, Hall of Preserving Harmony, and more. Stroll the peaceful Imperial Garden and tree‑lined pathways. Hear captivating stories of emperors, eunuchs, and dynastic intrigue—because here, the tales matter as much as the temples. Finish your tour in the Imperial Garden grounds, with the option to stay longer and explore at your leisure. Optional Upgrade: Tian’anmen Square or Jingshan Coal Hill Tian’anmen Square: Walk in the heart of modern China on one of the world’s largest public squares (440,000 m²), and learn about its political significance and iconic monuments. Jingshan Coal Hill Park: Climb to the hilltop pavilion for panoramic views over the Forbidden City and central Beijing—a photographer’s dream(best for twilight of the forbidden city)
Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang)
Tiananmen Square is packed with must-see sights. Visitors are drawn to the towering Monument to the People’s Heroes, the massive Great Hall of the People, and the National Museum of China. The square also faces the famous Tiananmen Gate, the entrance to the Forbidden City. It’s a key spot for history lovers and a perfect place to feel the scale and spirit of modern China.
Jingshan Park
Jingshan Park is a hidden gem right behind the Forbidden City. The main draw is the hilltop pavilion, where you get the best panoramic view of Beijing—perfect for photos. It’s a peaceful spot with old pine trees, quiet paths, and locals practicing tai chi or dancing. History fans love it too—this was once the royal garden, and even the spot where the last Ming emperor met his fate. It’s a great place to relax, take in the view, and soak up some real local culture.
Inclusions
- Entry/Admission - Hall of Preserving Harmony (Baohedian)
- Entry/Admission - Palace of Heavenly Purity
- Fobiddden city entrance fee
- If you choose the Forbidden City+Jingshan Park option that Jingshan Park entry ticket is included
- Entry/Admission - The Imperial Garden of The Palace Museum
- Entry/Admission - Hall of Great Harmony (Taihe Dian)
- Professional guide (If you booked option ticket only that means without tour guide)
- If you choose the T-Square+Forbidden City option that T-Square entry ticket is included
- Lunch/Dinner
- Gratuities (recommended for good service)
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- If you booked the 1:00PM Forbidden City + Jingshan Park Private tour, you can meet your guide here Donghuamen : You can reach here by taxi 请带我去故宫东华门. You also can reach here by subway line 8 at Jingyu Hutong Station, exit C, walking 800m
- If you booked the 9:30PM T-Square+Forbidden City Private tour, you can meet your guide here Beijing Planning Exhibition: You can reach here by taxi: 请带我去北京城市规划馆前门东大街20号, subway line 2 at Qianmen Station, exit E2, then walking 400 meters.
End Points
- If you booked 1:00PM the Forbidden City + Jingshan Park private tour, the end point is at the East Gate of Jingshan Mountain.
- If you booked 9:30AM T-Square+the Forbidden City private tour, the end point is at the Gate of Divine Prowess(North Gate of the Forbidden City)
