Forbidden City Tour: Explore 18 Palaces

Embark on an immersive journey through the Forbidden City on a mini group tour. Discover the Palace Museum’s hidden treasures and gain cultural insights in 4 hours. Skip the line and secure your limited ticket today!

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Forbidden City-The Palace Museum - Start your day’s exploration of the Forbidden City in the morning with pickup from the lobby of your Beijing hotel. Board a comfortable tour vehicle with your guide and group and head out for the Forbidden City, one of Beijing’s top attractions. Upon arrival, bypass the long lines and whisk directly inside with…
What's Included
  • Forbidden City entrance ticket
  • Hotel pickup (optional)
  • Professional historian guide
  • Local taxes
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel drop-off
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information

Experience the ultimate small group tour of the Forbidden City, where you will explore 18 palaces, including The Palace Museum Antiquarium (Treasures Museum). This 4-hour tour offers a comprehensive insight into the structure and cultural significance of the Forbidden City. The number of tickets sold for the Forbidden City is now restricted daily. Fear…

Location
Hotel Kapok Beijing
东华门大街
Address: No. 16 Donghuamen Street, Dongcheng district, Beijing. 木棉花酒店,北京东华门大街16号 You can take taxi to Kapok hotel or take subway Line 8 to Jinyuhutong station and go out from Exit C , and walk to the right side to Kapok hotel for around 8 minutes.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Q5705zxtomp
Mar 15, 2025
Great tour - Summer was a very knowledgeable guide, and the group was a lot of fun. It gives a lot of context to all the stuff in the Forbidden City
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X5946ewmaxd
Mar 15, 2025
half day tour of forbidden City - the forbidden City is a huge place.without the tour guide you will lost .when I booked the tour on the weekend .No tickets on line.then the lily company is very good.They got the tickets for us .the tour guide is sofia.she is very kindly and friendly.she told us the meeting point one day before.and the temperature..because today is cold in Beijing .she know all the history about the forbidden City.it is very nice tour
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Sarahhy5474wd
Mar 15, 2025
Such a cool experience! - The forbidden city is incredible and so big! There is so much detail in every part. We learnt lots from our tour guide Jeffery.
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Stitchristy
Mar 7, 2025
Fantastic Experience! - Lucy was a wonderful guide—knowledgeable, friendly, and engaging. She made the Forbidden City tour unforgettable. Highly recommend!
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Babyelmowithstitch
Mar 7, 2025
Fantastic Tour with Lucy! - Lucy was an amazing guide at the Forbidden City! She was knowledgeable, engaging, and made history come alive with fascinating stories. Her insights and guidance made our visit smooth and enjoyable. Highly recommend her for an unforgettable experience!
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Daniloa307
Feb 23, 2025
Great experience with Sofia - Great experience with Sofia during the forbidden city visit. She is very knowledgeable and kind. Explained every detail of all dynasties and history behind every corner of the palace museum.
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Setyoh2025
Feb 23, 2025
half day of forbidden city tour - the best tour in Beijing.it is a small group.the tour guide is sofa.she is very kindly and friendly.she can answer all the question s. she is very knowledge .the interest ing story about the emperor life.we all love the tour very much
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Thuongn341
Feb 23, 2025
Amazing trip - Lucy is very good. She is enthusiasm in guiding. This is a amazing trip. It help me to know about China culture. I will come back here soon.
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C7916mzfranciscop
Feb 22, 2025
Chinese history - Lucy was great guide, perfect English and very knowledgable on Chinese history. Had all time for our questions. Very much recommended!
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Carloseduardot337
Feb 22, 2025
Lucy. Great Guide - Thank you very much Lucy. We had a great time. Explanations were very complete. Very good english. Well explained. Answered all questions. Thanks for the patience too Definitvely recommended
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