
Full-Day Beijing Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace Tour
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 2 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Full-Day Beijing Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace Tour worth booking?
Full-Day Beijing Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace Tour is a 8-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $81 per person. It scores 62 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
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (2)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $81 per person
Join this impressive tour around Beijing’s most essential highlights. Witness the history of China from fading to rising in the Tiananmen square as well as discover three UNESCO sites: Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace. Accompanied by a professional and friendly tour guide learn more about China's history and culture. After your day tour, you will have the option to enjoy a night show .(see more details upon booking).
What you get
About this experience
Join this impressive tour around Beijing’s most essential highlights. Witness the history of China from fading to rising in the Tiananmen square as well as discover three UNESCO sites: Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace. Accompanied by a professional and friendly tour guide learn more about China's history and culture. After your day tour, you will have the option to enjoy a night show .(see more details upon booking).
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- Alcoholic beverages
- Beijing Night Show if option is chosen
- Professional guide and driver
- Lunch
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Tiananmen Square
Your bus tour pick up time from your hotel is between 7:00 A.M to 7:30 A.M then you will be driven to the famous Tiananmen Square; one of the largest city squares where you can go back in time and imagine the great historical events that took place there.
30 minutes here
The Palace Museum
Then later move to the Forbidden City with your VIP pass ticket to browse the ancient Chinese architecture. Enjoy marvellous ancient buildings and explore history from the exhibition.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Temple of Heaven
Continue your tour to enjoy beautiful silk before visiting the Temple of Heaven, the largest ancient imperial worship architecture group in the world where the ancient Emperors prayed for peace and harvest.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Summer Palace
After lunch, appreciate lovely pearl before your final stop at the Summer Palace to enjoy the blend of natural scenery and artificial landscape put together forming a picturesque scene. After your bus day tour is finished, you will be transferred back to your hotel.
60 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
Bus Tour +Acrobatic show
when the tour finished directly send you to the theater Pickup included
Bus Tour Only
Enjoy this most popular bus tour including Chinese lunch Pickup included
Bus Tour+Kung Fu Show
when the tour finished directly send you to the theater Pickup included
Bus Tour+Opera Show
when the tour finished directly send you to the theater Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- cmn, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Marco Polo electronic commerce co.,LTD
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tour guide will let you know exact pick up time 24 hours before the tour start time
- Passport name and number is required at time of booking for all participants in order to book Forbidden City tickets in advance
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
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Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for Full-Day Beijing Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great Guide, great tour,...
Great Guide, great tour, very flexible for my whises and unforeseen problems like the unavailabilty of tickets for the Forbidden City
via Viator
Full-Day Beijing Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace Tour
Would I recommend this company, yes. We got a really good Group-on deal which i highly recommend. Our driver was hilarious and kept us entertained with his funny jokes. This is an all day event so we got picked up from the hotel in the morning and got dropped off in the evening. We stopped three times for tour destinations and also had a break a chinese style lunch included in the price. A very long day but was worth it. Overall excellent service and we were extremely happy with our experience
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 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
- $81 to $242
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Marco Polo electronic commerce co.,LTD, who run 55 experiences we rank across 6 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 49.3.
See everything Marco Polo electronic commerce co.,LTD runsWhy this scores 62
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Full-Day Beijing Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.
How much does Full-Day Beijing Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace Tour cost?
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Prices start at $81 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 Full-Day Beijing Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace Tour take?
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Plan for about 8 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 Full-Day Beijing Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 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 Full-Day Beijing Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace Tour?
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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 Full-Day Beijing Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Full-Day Beijing Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace Tour?
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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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Full-Day Beijing Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace Tour 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 Temple Heaven, Lama Temple, Summer Palace & Peking Duck Bus Tour, Beijing Mutianyu Great Wall Sightseeing Full-day Group Tours, Mubus: Mutianyu Great Wall Bus Tour with Summer Palace Options. 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.
What is included in Full-Day Beijing Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace Tour?
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Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off; Bottled water; Alcoholic beverages; Beijing Night Show if option is chosen; and Professional guide and driver. Not included: Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Full-Day Beijing Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace Tour include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 1241 listed pickup locations in and around Beijing. Be ready about 10 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Full-Day Beijing Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace Tour offered in?
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It is offered in Chinese and English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Full-Day Beijing Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
What happens to Full-Day Beijing Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace Tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Beijing. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What booking options are available for Full-Day Beijing Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace Tour?
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There are 4 options to choose from, including Bus Tour +Acrobatic show, Bus Tour Only, Bus Tour+Kung Fu Show, Bus Tour+Opera Show. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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