4-Hour Private Tour: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and Clock Museum
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Is 4-Hour Private Tour: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and Clock Museum worth booking?
4-Hour Private Tour: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and Clock Museum is a 4-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $39 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 61 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (2)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $39 per person
Enjoy 4 hours private tour. Visit the Top 2 famous attractions in Beijing Forbidden City and Tian'an Men Square. Skip line in Tian'an men Square. Prebook your Forbidden City entrance tickets in advance. Visit the imperia
What you get
About this experience
Enjoy 4 hours private tour. Visit the Top 2 famous attractions in Beijing Forbidden City and Tian'an Men Square. Skip line in Tian'an men Square. Prebook your Forbidden City entrance tickets in advance. Visit the imperial clock museum in the Forbidden city for an extra credit. Enjoy the royal palace at your own pace with countless stories from your personal tour guide. 1: Quick and easy tour for those on a tight schedule 2: Explore the impressive complex of the Forbidden City 3: Visit Tiananmen Square, the biggest city plaza in the world 4: Take it easy with pickup and drop-off direct from your hotel
What's included
Included
- Taxi fare within 4th Ring Road (if the option is apply)
- Private English Speaking Tour guide
- Entrance Fee//Forbidden City
- Private Tour
- Entrance Fee//Clock Museum
- IMPORTANT: this tour need to be booked 8 days before your travel date
Not included
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Taxi fare Outside 4th Ring Road at your own expenses
- Taxi fare at your own expenses ( If the option is not apply)
What you'll see and do
Tiananmen Square
Your friendly private tour guide will meet you in your hotel lobby. Then You will be transferred to Tiananmen Square. The largest city plaza in the world. Learning the revolutionary period of history. Stroll along the Tiananmen Square(Tiananmen Guangchang), Admire the Great Hall of the People (Renmin Dahuitang), National Museum Of China, Chairman Mao Memorial Hall (Maozhuxi Jiniangtang), Monument of the People's Heroes and Gate of Heavenly Peace (Tian'an Men). The taxi and subway fare are at your own expenses.
20 minutes here
The Palace Museum
Head to to the Forbidden City-The Palace Museum, the largest imperial Palace in the world. you will spend 3 hours exploring in this incredible golden palace. Listen innumerable stories fro your guide. Enjoy the golden complex with your personal tour guide ensures personalized service
90 minutes here · Admission included
Hall of Great Harmony (Taihe Dian)
You will spend about 15 minutes wandering around this amazing palace here. It is the Biggest Hall in the Forbidden City. It has beautiful details. Take a Glimpse of the Emperor's throne of this massive complex. Chinese grandiosity as its best.
15 minutes here · Admission included
Hall of Middle Harmony (Zhonghe Dian)
Continue your tour to the Hall of Middle Harmony. It served as the emperor's rehearsal room where emperor's would practice speeches or rest before ceremonies and presentation. A golden Unicorn on either side of emperor's throne.
10 minutes here · Admission included
Hall of Preserving Harmony (Baohedian)
Visit the Hall of Preserving Harmony. It is the 2nd largest Hall of Forbidden city. The ancient national royal examine took place and banquets party for royal family as well. then, visit the most stunning clock museum that exhibit the precious pieces from Ming and Qing Dynasty. You can make a stop at the noodle bar here if you need a coffee break.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Palace of Heavenly Purity
Continue stroll in the Forbidden City, It served as Emperor's sleeping chamber, then became an office in back court of Forbidden city
10 minutes here · Admission included
Gate of Heavenly Purity
After get through the Gate of Heavenly Purity. Then you are sleeping chamber of Royal family.
10 minutes here · Admission included
Palace of Earthly Tranquility
Empress' sleeping chamber then it served as wedding hall for emperor.
10 minutes here · Admission included
Hall of Union
The birthday celebration of empress took place here
10 minutes here · Admission included
The Imperial Garden of The Palace Museum
An oasis within the the Forbidden city. Peaceful garden with flowers, trees, plants, pavilions and rock formations. Tower of natural limestone "sculptures", flowers, trees and water features create a divine scene. At the of the tour. your guide will help you take taxi or subway back to your hotel or you can choose to stay in the Forbidden city.
15 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Tour with Ticket
Duration: 4 hours: Private tour guide, entrance fee and clock museum fee are all inclusive. (Taxi fare and lunch are at your own expenses) Pickup included
All Inclusive Tour
Duration: 4 hours: Private tour guide, entrance fee, clock museum and premier taxi fare are all inclusive Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Sunflower Tours China
Know before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please wear comfortable shoes
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Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for 4-Hour Private Tour: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and Clock Museum. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great experience
Our guide was waiting for us on time in the lobby. An unexpected morning closure of Tiananmen Square meant the order of the tour stops had to change, which was handled smoothly by our guide. Mr Aaron was very knowledgeable and we enjoyed his commentary throughout the tour. At the end of the tour he even helped us getting to our next destination (which was not part of the tour). We had a great time and can wholeheartedly recommend this tour.
via Viator
Excellent tour
Mr Aaron was an excellent guide! Very friendly and knowledgeable. Would very highly recommend. Thank you ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- $39 to $259
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 61
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
4-Hour Private Tour: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and Clock Museum: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.
How much does 4-Hour Private Tour: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and Clock Museum cost?
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Prices start at $39 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Beijing usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 4-Hour Private Tour: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and Clock Museum take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Beijing is not rushed.
Is 4-Hour Private Tour: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and Clock Museum worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Beijing, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 4-Hour Private Tour: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and Clock Museum?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 4-Hour Private Tour: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and Clock Museum suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 4-Hour Private Tour: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and Clock Museum?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Beijing can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Beijing and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 4-Hour Private Tour: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and Clock Museum start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Beijing within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Beijing?
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On Outty we rank every Beijing experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Mubus: Mutianyu Great Wall Bus Tour with Summer Palace Options, Beijing: Top 6 Highlights All Inclusive 2-Day Private Tour, Private Mutianyu Great Wall Trip With English-Speaking Driver. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Beijing?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Beijing?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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