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Overview
Join a small group walking tour of the Forbidden City and Jingshan Park, ideal for travelers who want expert context without booking a private guide. Your guide leads you through the main palace route, explains the history of China's imperial court, and highlights architectural details that are easy to miss on your own. Admission is arranged in advance, group size is limited, and the route is a strong choice for first-time visitors who want a focused half-day culture experience.
Meeting and Pickup
The hotel serves as a convenient point to meet your guide. Choosing this location helps bypass the lengthy queues often encountered at Tiananmen Square. The hotel's name and address in Chinese are as follows: 北京木棉花酒店,地址:东城区,东华门大街16号. Feel free to show this information to your taxi driver.
End Point
Tour will end at North gate of Forbidden City
Language Offered
English-GUIDE
Itinerary
1. Hotel Kapok Beijing
2. The Palace Museum
3. Meridian Gate (Wu Men)
4. Hall of Supreme Harmony (Taihe Dian)
5. Hall of Central Harmony (Zhonghe Dian)
6. The Imperial Garden of The Palace Museum
Inclusion
Expert tour guide
Entrance tickets to the Forbidden City
Small group tour (maximum of 12 participants)
Exclusion
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Tips to guide(for good services)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
- 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Full names, dates of birth, and passport details are required for Forbidden City ticket booking. This walking tour includes extended standing, palace courtyards, and steps at Jingshan Park; security and crowd-control lines may still apply.
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