Here are the Forbidden City and Tiananmen tours I recommend, led by guides who can explain what you’re walking past. The palace closes on Mondays, and entry is tied to your passport, so book ahead. Without a guide, 980 buildings start to blur by the third courtyard.
Get ready to unravel the enigmatic history of Beijing's iconic landmarks with a walking tour that promises intrigue and discovery...
Most Popular★ 4.8“The tour was really good, the guide Mina was also really good, she explained everything about the different buildings, and helped us a lot.”
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7,974 reviews3 - 8 hoursFrom $4.00by Discover Beijing Tours
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Discover Beijing’s top landmarks with this well-rated tour—explore Tian'anmen Square, the Forbidden City, and optional sites with expert guides for an authentic experience.
★ 4.8“Song was a great guide and his Spanish skills were out of this worl. I totally recommend doing this your with him. Gracias Song!”
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4,446 reviews3 - 8 hoursFrom $17by Catherine Lu's Tour
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Immerse yourself in the ancient wonders of Beijing's historical landmarks and uncover the secrets that lie within, guaranteed to captivate and leave you craving for more.
★ 5.0“We had an excellent time with Wendy as our guide. The scheduling was easy, the tour itself was fantastic, Wendy was so kind and informative, and our (small) group was great. It couldn’t have been a better experience. If you’re ever in Beijing and want…”
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2,873 reviewsFrom $128.00by Lily's Tour Company
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Discover Beijing's iconic Forbidden City with this small-group tour, featuring expert guides, fast-track entry, and optional Tiananmen Square or Jingshan Park visits.
★ 5.0“This tour is very hard to rate. Miko was terrific. He is upbeat. He speaks English very well and knows everything about Tian An Men and the Forbidden City. Unfortuantely, on the day we took the tour it ended up being FIVE hours. Most of…”
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1,863 reviewsFrom $15.00by Discover Beijing Tours
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Discover Beijing's iconic sites with a guided tour of the Forbidden City and Tian'anmen Square, featuring expert guides, guaranteed tickets, and rich stories.
★ 4.7“Helen was really nice and really knowledgeable, she give tipps o. what to visit after the tour. I recommend everyone to be on time, in my tour 5 people came late and Helen was so nice to take them, but we had to wait for…”
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1,720 reviews4 - 4.5 hoursFrom $1.96by Beijing Mubus
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Simplify your visit to Tiananmen Square with this easy registration service—quick, affordable, and hassle-free entry in Beijing. Perfect for travelers seeking smooth access.
★ 4.5“Our driver Yue was very hospitable and helped us with Chairlift & Toboggan tickets. He we t with us to the top at the wall and clicked pictures.”
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1,704 reviews30 minFrom $3.99by Ezio's Private tour
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Feast your eyes on the majestic Great Wall, the awe-inspiring Forbidden City, and the historic Tiananmen Square during the Beijing Mini Group Day Tour.
★ 5.0“We had a great day on this tour with our guide Helen. She was very knowledgeable about Tienanmen Square, the Forbidden City and of course, the Great Wall. It is a long day but well worth it. Pick up was on time and the coach…”
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1,634 reviewsFrom $99.00by Travel China Guide
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Avoid the crowds and maximize your experience at the Beijing Forbidden City by pre-booking your admission ticket and gaining exclusive benefits.
★ 5.0“The Forbidden City requires tickets to be reserved exactly 7 days before. Since there is a daily limit of 40000 visitors per day, they will ran out very fast, within hours if not minutes. So many will be trying, the official site to buy will…”
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1,263 reviewsFrom $9.98by Lily's Tour Company
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Discover Beijing’s highlights with this affordable, expert-guided tour of the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, and beyond. Authentic, detailed, and value-packed.
★ 4.9“Huang was an amazing tour guide! Super knowledgeable and you can tell he loves the Forbidden City and its history. 100% recommend.”
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1,002 reviews8 hoursFrom $2.00by Beijingtourcompany
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Uncover the mysteries of the Forbidden City on a 4-hour guided tour, where hidden treasures and exclusive perks await, leaving you eager for more.
★ 5.0“It was great to have a guide to navigate through the Square and museum. The sightseeing itself was interesting but the tour guide was okay. Our tour was extended by 30 min because the entire group had to wait for two members due to their…”
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995 reviewsFrom $11.97by BEIJING BOTRIP TOUR HOLIDAY COMPANY CO., LTD.
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Discover Beijing’s highlights with a ticket to the Forbidden City or Tiananmen Square. Enjoy seamless entry, expert guides, and authentic experiences for just $4.37.
★ 4.3“great service, communication was good. saved me the hassle of reserving the ticket myself.”
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836 reviews40 minutes - 9 hoursFrom $4.52by Andy's private china tours
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Yearning for a glimpse into the hidden perks of Beijing's Tiananmen Square entry registration service? Stay intrigued as we unveil the unexpected advantages waiting to be discovered.
“All perfect. There is no paper ticket, you get registered in the system with the passport number and present it at the entry. No problem whatsoever.”
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831 reviewsFrom $4.19
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Kaleidoscope your senses as you embark on a 4-Hour Private Beijing Walking Tour of the Forbidden City, where hidden stories and untold secrets await your discovery.
★ 5.0“We had a fantastic experience with our guide Jason, who was not only very knowledgeable but also a very nice person. Jason was very patient in answering the many questions we posed to him. I highly recommend our guide Jason.”
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675 reviewsFrom $75.68by Discover Beijing Tours
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Immerse yourself in the timeless allure of Beijing's Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Summer Palace, and Temple of Heaven, and uncover the hidden treasures of this enchanting city.
★ 4.0“Murphy did an outstanding job of tailoring the tour details and schedule. He was very knowledgeable about the sites and history, and answered many questions while throwing in some humor in an engaging way. By a group vote we even skipRead more”
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610 reviewsFrom $99.00by Hantang International Travel Service
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Get ready for a day of adventure and discovery as we explore the Great Wall at Badaling, Forbidden City, and Tiananmen Square on this essential Beijing tour.
★ 4.5“Great experience. Our guide was Jenny, she was very knowledgeable and helpful. Recommendable for first-time visitors.”
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609 reviewsFrom $99.00by Hantang International Travel Service
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5.04-Hour Mini Group Discovery Forbidden City Tour With Hotel Pickup$36.00
4.6Beijing: Tiananmen Square and Forbidden City Entry Tickets3 - 9 hours$27
5.0Beijing Private Tour: 2 Days Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall VIP Tour$369.39
5.0Private 4-Hour In Depth Walking Tour to the Forbidden City$90.00
4.8Beijing:Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square Private Tour4 - 8 hours$13
5.0Mini Group: Beijing Forbidden City Tour With Great Wall Hiking at Mutianyu$159.00
4.9Beijing: Forbidden City and Great Wall Tour8 - 10 hours$150
5.0Private Classic Beijing Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and Summer Palace$130.00
5.0Mini Group Beijing Day Tour to Forbidden City and Badaling Great Wall, No Shops$24.99
4.9Beijing: Tiananmen, Forbidden City, and Wall Private Tour$169
5.0T-Square & Forbidden City Group Tours with Optional Sights$35.00
5.0Beijing Top 2 Highlight Private Tour: Great Wall, Forbidden City$205.00
5.0All Inclusive Private Day Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace$138.00
5.0Beijing Private Tour of Temple of Heaven, Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City$100.30
4.9Forbidden City, Summer Palace & Temple of Heaven Tour8 hours$99
4.9Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall & Forbidden City /Summer Palace10 hours$25
4.9Beijing: Forbidden City Ticket3 - 6 hours$8
4.5Forbidden City Tickets Booking$9.90
4.3Beijing:Forbidden City & Tian’anmen Square with entry ticket4 - 6 hours$30
5.0Forbidden City Ticket$10.90
4.9Beijing: Private Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square Tour$18
4.9Beijing: Must-See Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven Tour6 - 8 hours$91
4.0Beijing Historical Tour I – Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square & Temple of Heaven$93.00
5.0Mutianyu Great Wall Tour With Forbidden City & Tiananmen, Private Day Trip$99.00