Discover the Forbidden City and Jingshan Park on a private half-day tour with an English-speaking guide. Avoid the hassle and explore Beijing’s landmarks at your own pace.
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Forbidden City-The Palace Museum - Your friendly private tour guide will meet you at the East Gate of Forbidden City, Donghuamen (In Mandarin: 故宫东华门). Visit the 600-year-old palace, Forbidden City-The Palace Museum. Forbidden City is the largest Imperial Palace in the world and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. It was the Royal Palace for 24 emperors from the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Explore the Hall of Great Supremacy (Taihe Dian), Hall of Middle Harmony (Zhonghe Dian), Hall of Preserving Harmony (Baohedian), Palace of Heavenly Purity, Chuxiu Palace, Turret of The Palace Museum, The Imperial Garden of The Palace Museum, and Meridian Gate (Wumen). Please watch the movie “The Last Emperor” before your trip to Beijing. You will spend about 2 hours here. Listen to countless old stories from your tour guide and get to know the Palace at your own pace.
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Hall of Great Harmony (Taihe Dian) - The largest hall within the Forbidden City. Stunning wooden architecture. Take a glimpse at the emperor’s throne. This was the royal political place where 24 emperors gave their presentations to officials in Chinese history.
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Hall of Preserving Harmony (Baohedian) - Visit the Hall of Preserving Harmony. It is the second largest hall of the Forbidden City. The ancient national royal exams took place here, as well as banquets for the royal family. Then, visit the most stunning clock museum that exhibits precious pieces from the Ming and Qing Dynasties. You can make a stop at the noodle bar here if you need a coffee break (at your own expense).
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Palace of Heavenly Purity - Continue your stroll in the Forbidden City. It served as the emperor’s sleeping chamber and later became an office in the back court of the Forbidden City.
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The Imperial Garden of The Palace Museum - Finally, visit the Imperial Garden in the Forbidden City. In the spring, it is a beautiful garden with blooming peonies, pine trees, pagodas, and natural limestone sculptures.
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Jingshan Park (Jingshan Gongyuan) - Lastly, hike up Jingshan Park to see the breathtaking views of the Forbidden City and Beijing. At the end of the tour, your tour guide will bring you back to your lovely hotel, or you can choose to stay in this neighborhood.
- Entrance Fee to Forbidden City
- Private Tour
- Excellent English Speaking Tour Guide
- Entrance Fee to Jingshan Park
- Please send us your passport front page by WhatsApp
- Tour needs to be booked 8 days before your travel date
- Gratuities
- Taxi fare at your own expenses
- NO Lunch and drinks
- Any other expenses that not listed as include
Particularly for first-time visitors who don’t speak Chinese, Say no to hustlers and discover the city on this private half day tour. Enjoy time with your English-speaking guide, and walk through these landmarks leisurely while your guide tells you fascinating stories of their significance. Check off Beijing’s biggest attraction—The Forbidden City and Jingshan Park
1: Half-day private tour of Old Beijing City
2: Prebook your Forbidden City tickets prior to your visit
3: Choose between morning and afternoon departures to suit your schedule
4: This private tour can be customized to your interests and ensures you’ll receive personalized attention from your guide
- If we can’t sign you up your Forbidden City tickets successfully in peak season, you will be fully refunded
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
