Beijing

Guided Tour of Tian'anmen Square and the Forbidden City in Beijing

On this walking tour, you'll hear interesting stories about Tian'anmen Square and the Forbidden City and receive an introduction to the Ming and Qing Dynasties.First, you'll stroll around Tian'anmen Square with your guide and get to know the buildings around you. You'll contemplate the Great Hall of the People, the National Museum of China, the Mausoleum of Mao Zedong, the Monument to the People's Heroes, the Qianmen Gate, the Tian'anmen Tower, and more.Next, you'll enter the Forbidden City from the South Gate and discover its stunning complex. Gain deep insight into the history of this massive palace which is said to have 9999.5 rooms. See the most important buildings along the middle axis of the palace, then admire two courtyards in the west chamber. The tour will end at the Imperial Garden, you can choose to explore more of the Forbidden City on your own, or your tour guide will advise where to catch a taxi to your next destination.

Beijing: Small‐Group Hidden Restaurants Food Walking Tour

Meet your guide and group of 12 or fewer at Exit C of Shichahai Subway Station. Then, set off on foot into the crooked alleys and courtyards of the city’s old hutongs—Beijing’s original residential districts. Absorb the historical atmosphere and as you explore, learn about traditional daily life here, including local cuisine. Delve into the bustling lanes and enjoy up to five food stops to sample local specialties, heading off the beaten path to homes or small family restaurants that you wouldn’t find alone. At each stop, sample a local staple and learn how it’s been made in the same way for generations. Dishes may vary, but expect to savor noodles at a private home, grill meat on open flames, and wrap ingredients into freshly made Beijing wraps. Between tastings, chat with your guide over unlimited local beer, and finish with more beer—this time courtesy of a local brewery. Sample one of Beijing’s best craft beers at this hutong bar and enjoy a glass of your chosen brew. Your tour finishes in the area when your guide departs, leaving you with directions back to your hotel or tips on exploring further.

Mutianyu Great Wall Full‐Day Bus Trip with Entry Tickets

Skip the expense of private transfers and the stress of negotiating public transit and enjoy a comfortable visit to the Mutianyu Great Wall, a popular section of the world‐famous ancient barricade. Get a first‐hand peek at parapets and watchtowers set into a rugged landscape—without any time‐wasting shopping stops. Tours include return bus fares, entry fees, and shuttle bus but exclude cable car or toboggan tickets; upgrade for a buffet lunch.

Beijing Forbidden City Walking Tour with T Square Upgrade

Make your own way to the Beijing Planning Exhibition Hall or Donghuamen to meet your guide and head to the entrance of the Forbidden City. Enter with your fast‐access prebooked ticket in hand. Make your way to a quiet seating area, and learn about the palace and the Ming and Qing dynasties from your guide. Many say that a visit to the Forbidden City is more about the stories than the sightseeing, and your guide will tell all the tales to make your visit complete. Check out the Meridian Gate, halls of harmony, heavenly purity, earthly tranquility, and unity; and the tree‐lined pathways of the Imperial Garden as well as many other significant sights. Read the Itinerary for a full list of attractions that are seen on the tour. Your experience ends in the grounds of the Imperial Garden but you can spend longer inside the Forbidden City, if you wish. If you've upgraded, continue to Tiananmen Square, in the geographical heart of the city. Once of the world’s largest central squares, Tiananmen Square covers a vast amount of open space, measuring in at some 440, 000 square meters (109 acres). To put that in perspective, the square is roughly as large as the whole of Vatican City. Stand amid the history as your guide explains its past and points out its significant buildings.

Afternoon Mubus to the Mutianyu Great Wall

Book this direct transport to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall by Mubus, where there won’t be any unexpected stops along the way. You can opt to ride the shuttle up to the wall when you get there, dine on a buffet lunch overlooking the wall, and you’ll also have plenty of time to sightsee on the wall by yourself. This is a full day excursion, including transport to/ from Beijing.

Beijing Forbidden City Private Walking Tour

Your tour begins with a pickup from your central Beijing hotel by your private guide at a time of your choosing. The first stop of the day is Tiananmen Square, the largest city square in the world, with space for up to one million people. As you stroll around the grand square, learn more about its importance throughout history and hear about the many significant political events that have taken place in the square. Continue to the Forbidden City, once the epicenter of the Imperial City and the largest ancient palace complex in the world. Follow your guide on a walking tour of the UNESCO World Heritage site, admiring the palatial buildings and cultural relics that date back to the Ming and Qing dynasties. After passing through the grand Meridian Gate into the 250‐acre (100‐hectare) imperial palace complex, your tour can be tailored to your preferences. Perhaps uncover the many treasures on display in the Palace Museum; visit the Hall of Ancestral Offerings (Clocks Gallery); or stroll around the maze of courtyards, palaces, pavilions and gardens. Your tour ends at the east wing of the Forbidden City, from where you can continue sightseeing independently or make your own way back to the hotel.

Forbidden City: Prebook Your Ticket Online

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.

Mutianyu Great Wall, Summer Palace Private Tour from Beijing

Visit the Mutianyu Great Wall and the Summer Palace, two UNESCO World Heritage–listed sites, on this private guided tour from Beijing. Ride the cable car or take the ski lift up and toboggan down to hike the Wall, then discover the history of the majestic Summer Palace as you stroll its lavish gardens. Your package includes lunch, entrance fees, cable‐car or ski lift and toboggan tickets, and private hotel transfers.

Skip‐the‐Line Ultimate Discovery Beijing's Forbidden City Tour

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 your pre‐booked entrance ticket. Begin your exploration of the world's largest imperial complex, also one of the best‐preserved sites in the world. Also called the Palace Museum, this attraction boasts approximately 10,000 rooms in total, where 24 emperors lived for over a span of 500 years from the Ming to the Qing dynasty. Learn about the detailed, eclectic history of the site from your guide, an expert in Chinese culture, during your tour. Please see the Itinerary section for a full list of the different palaces visited during the tour. Your tour ends in the Forbidden City; you are responsible for your own transportation back to your hotel.  Please note: all traveler names and passport numbers are required. You MUST provide your above info upon booking, in case the tickets are sold out. You MUST have your passport with you for attending this tour.

Mutianyu Great Wall Day Trips: Bus Service or Private

Reaching the Mutianyu Great Wall by public transport is challenging: It’s not uncommon for scammers to misdirect travelers altogether. Make life easier with a choice of packages, either by bus from a central location or by private car from your hotel. Book bus transfers with entry tickets, or add lunch; upgrade for a private tour with lunch and your choice of two guided hikes or free time at the wall.