Beijing Forbidden City Half Day Tour with Royal Treasure Museum

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Duration
4 hours
Meeting point
Subway Line 8 – Jinyu Hutong Station – Exit C
Languages
English
From €51.00
Per person
Free Cancellation. No Booking Fees.
Cancel for free up to 24 hours. We price match.

Overview

Step into the heart of Beijing’s imperial past with this half-day guided walking tour of the Forbidden City and the Royal Treasure Museum. Meet your professional English-speaking guide at Jinyu Hutong Subway Station (Line 8, Exit C) and begin your journey into one of the world’s most iconic UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Inside the Forbidden City, wander through majestic courtyards, ancient palaces, and ceremonial halls as your guide reveals fascinating stories about emperors, empresses, and the secret life of the royal court. Continue to the Royal Treasure Museum, where priceless artifacts, jade, gold ornaments, and exquisite imperial relics showcase the glory and craftsmanship of China’s dynastic heritage. Choose from a morning tour (8:30 AM) or an afternoon tour (12:30 PM) to suit your schedule. The experience is limited to small groups of up to 15 travelers, ensuring a more personal and in-depth journey.

Your tour concludes at the North Gate of the Forbidden City, where you can continue exploring the city at your own pace.
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility
Pets
Not allowed
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This activity includes:

  • Forbidden City
  • Entrance ticket to the Forbidden City
  • Entrance ticket to the Royal Treasure Museum
  • Professional English, Spanish, French, German, Italian-speaking tour guide (optional)

Meeting point

Subway Line 8 – Jinyu Hutong Station – Exit C

On arrival

Morning Departure (8:30 AM)
08:30 Meet your tour guide at Subway Line 8 - Jinyu Hutong Station, Exit C
08:40 – 12:20 Guided tour of the Forbidden City including the Royal Treasure Museum
12:30 Tour concludes at the North Gate of the Forbidden City

Afternoon Departure (12:30 PM)
12:30 Meet your tour guide at the same meeting point
12:40 – 16:20 Guided tour of the Forbidden City including the Royal Treasure Museum
16:30 Tour concludes at the North Gate of the Forbidden City

Things to note

What’s Not Included
Hotel pickup & drop-off
Meals and personal expenses

Important Information
Please bring your passport (required for entrance).
Tours operate rain or shine. Please dress accordingly.
Be prepared for airport-style security checks at entrances.
Large luggage, drones, or tripods are not allowed.
Chinese citizens (including Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan) must book at least 7 days in advance with ID details

Free Cancellation

Free Cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Late cancellation or your non-arrival is not refundable.

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