
All Inclusive Beijing Tour to Forbidden City, Hutong, Temple of Heaven
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Is All Inclusive Beijing Tour to Forbidden City, Hutong, Temple of Heaven worth booking?
All Inclusive Beijing Tour to Forbidden City, Hutong, Temple of Heaven is a 6-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $185 per person. It scores 51 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 51 / 100
- Rating
- 4/5 (2)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $185 per person
Explore top-rated Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven in Beijing downtown, have a better understanding of history of Ming and Qing dynasty. Experience authentic local life by enjoying Stroll around Beij
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About this experience
Explore top-rated Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven in Beijing downtown, have a better understanding of history of Ming and Qing dynasty. Experience authentic local life by enjoying Stroll around Beijing hutong, an immersive and fulfilling experience to discover the secrets and beauty of Old Beijing. Dear tourist, please be aware of the following important information before booking your itinerary. Please approve before submitting your order. Thank you. Since all the scenic spots in Beijing must be booked under real names, and the number of tickets for the scenic spots is limited, we will try our best to grab tickets for you. The tour order of the scenic spots will be adjusted according to the actual booking time. If the corresponding tickets are not booked, we will give you priority to arrange alternative plans for the scenic spots (if the old palace has no tickets, it will be changed to Jingshan Park). Please know and understand, thank you.
Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for All Inclusive Beijing Tour to Forbidden City, Hutong, Temple of Heaven. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great day but clearly misadvertised and rushed
We had a great day in Beijing seeing all the prime tourist sights and getting a taste of local life, especially in the Hutongs. Our tour guide, Flower, is informative and gave plenty of information at each site. There are a couple of issues though. Our tour to the temple of heaven was incredibly rushed. We went early in the morning when there were no tourists around but we were quickly hastened away back to the mini van to go to a "pearl factory" which involved a 10 minute video, 10 minute pearl extraction demonstration and then 30 minutes to look at a room full of pearls. Visiting the pearl museum was not listed in the online itinerary. Furthermore, while we made it clear that we were not interested in purchasing pearl items, we were still pressured to make a purchase. We didn't purchase anything and left. At the end of the day, after visiting the Hutongs we were taken to a tea ceremony, which again, was not listed in the itinerary. However, the tea ceremony itself was interesting and I felt less pressured to make a purchase here. Flower was also passionate about tea and gave very good tips on getting quality tea. Overall, good day. However, I was disappointed with the length of the tour because it was so rushed. We left our hotel at 8am, finished at 1.30pm and we were then taken back to be dropped off. This tour is clearly misadvertised as a full day tour and did not advertise the pearl factory or tea ceremony. This tour company should either advertise the pearl factory and tea ceremony or should not take tourists there. Very very disappointing. Not sure if it's worth the money you pay for a half day tour with ingenuine tactics to take you to undisclosed locations to only pressure you into making frivolous purchases. I hope the tour company takes my review as a stepping stone to improve their tour and properly advertise. Misleading conduct is never okay.
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This tour was amazing and very well...
<p>This tour was amazing and very well priced, especially as it ended up being a private tour just for my son and I. Our tour guide was fantastic and went above and beyond to ensure that we had a good experience. She was more than happy to answer any of our questions and took the time to take photos for us. This tour is pretty much the only one I found online that includes the forbidden city, temple of heaven and a rickshaw experience together which makes for a perfect day trip option. The meal that we had at the local family's house was fantastic - probably the best we ate in China. All tours in China will include shopping stops and the places we visited on this tour were at a tea house and silk factory. There was no pressure or obligation to buy and were just easy, quick stops which I didn't mind at all. Overall the tour itinerary was fantastic as were the guide and the driver. I have no hesitation recommending this tour for anyone visiting Beijing. Thank you for a wonderful experience. 10/10</p>
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Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 51
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All Inclusive Beijing Tour to Forbidden City, Hutong, Temple of Heaven: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.
How much does All Inclusive Beijing Tour to Forbidden City, Hutong, Temple of Heaven cost?
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Prices start at $185 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 All Inclusive Beijing Tour to Forbidden City, Hutong, Temple of Heaven take?
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Plan for about 6 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 All Inclusive Beijing Tour to Forbidden City, Hutong, Temple of Heaven worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 51 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 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 All Inclusive Beijing Tour to Forbidden City, Hutong, Temple of Heaven?
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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 All Inclusive Beijing Tour to Forbidden City, Hutong, Temple of Heaven suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book All Inclusive Beijing Tour to Forbidden City, Hutong, Temple of Heaven?
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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 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does All Inclusive Beijing Tour to Forbidden City, Hutong, Temple of Heaven 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.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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