Group tour Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, and Temple of Heaven in Beijing, China
Beijing, China

Group tour Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, and Temple of Heaven

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Group tour Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, and Temple of Heaven is a 3-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $48 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

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53 / 100
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Duration
3 hours
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$48 per person

Breeze past the long entry lines to enjoy your pre-booked tour of the Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven. Follow your tour guide to visit these most famous 3 top attractions in Beijing. Learn about the ancient history, culture, and traditions that helped shape the Square, Forbidden City and Temple through your guide's engaging commentary. Entrance fees is included. Skip the line for express entry Guided tour of the sites and the palaces, temples. Learn about the ancient, mysterious history of the Forbidden City.

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    About this experience

    Breeze past the long entry lines to enjoy your pre-booked tour of the Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven. Follow your tour guide to visit these most famous 3 top attractions in Beijing. Learn about the ancient history, culture, and traditions that helped shape the Square, Forbidden City and Temple through your guide's engaging commentary. Entrance fees is included. Skip the line for express entry Guided tour of the sites and the palaces, temples. Learn about the ancient, mysterious history of the Forbidden City.

    What's included

    Included

    • Licensed tour guide
    • Entrance tickets

    Not included

    • Lunch
    • Gratuity

    What you'll see and do

    1. Tiananmen Square

      In the morning, your tour guide will meet you at Beijing Qianmen railway museum, you can take subway line 2 or line 8 to Qianmen Station and go out from exit E2. The first place you will visit the Tiananmen Square which is the biggest city center square in the world. From the Tiananmen Gate you can walk towards the Forbidden City (the biggest Imperial Palace in world). There are 9999.5 rooms inside, and with over 600 years history.

      40 minutes here

    2. The Palace Museum

      Then we will walk towards the Forbidden City (the biggest Imperial Palace in world). Begin your exploration of the world's largest imperial complex, also one of the best-preserved sites in the world. Also called the Palace Museum, this attraction boasts approximately 10,000 rooms in total, where 24 emperors lived for over a span of 500 years from the Ming to the Qing dynasty. Learn about the detailed, eclectic history of the site from your guide, an expert in Chinese culture, during your tour. Please see the Itinerary section for a full list of the 18 different palaces visited during the tour. Your tour ends in the Forbidden City; you are responsible for your own transportation back to your hotel. Please Note: all traveler names and passport number required required. You MUST provide your above info upon booking, in case the tickets are sold out. You MUST have your passport with you for attending this tour.

      120 minutes here · Admission included

    3. Gate of Divine Prowess

      You will go out of the Forbidden City from the Gate of Divine Prowess, which is the north exit of the palace.

      5 minutes here · Admission included

    4. Temple of Heaven

      After visiting the Forbidden City, your tour guide will transfer you to the Temple of Heaven by bus or subway. The Temple of Heaven was constructed during the Ming Dynasty, it was served as an imperial sacrificial compound, where emperors held ceremonies to pray for bumper harvests. Renowned for its sophisticated ancient Chinese architecture, symbolic layout and magnificent scale, it features the iconic Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests as its highlight. The tour ends at the Temple of Heaven East Gate Subway Station, where the group will disband. You may proceed on your own afterwards.

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Beijing

    Meet your guide at 8am/13:00 pm in front of Grand Hotel Beijing. Includes guide+ticket: You can reach here: Both Metro Line 1 and Metro Line 8 can be reached from exits A, B, and C of Wangfujing Metro Station北京贵宾楼酒店,北京市东城区东长安街35号

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    The tour ends at the Temple of Heaven East Gate Subway Station, where the group will disband. You may proceed on your own afterwards.

    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
    Lily's tour service

    Know before you go

    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Tourists holding foreign passports can make reservations within 7 days (not applicable to Chinese tourists, including Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan)

    Photos

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    Good to know

    Duration
    3 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
    $48 to $58
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    0
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Lily's tour service, who run 6 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 59.2.

    See everything Lily's tour service runs

    Why this scores 53

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)91
    Review evidence (18% weight)0
    Booking momentum (14% weight)0
    Value for money (12% weight)55
    Listing quality (10% weight)75
    Local standing (8% weight)50
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Group tour Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, and Temple of Heaven: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.

    How much does Group tour Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, and Temple of Heaven cost?

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    Prices start at $48 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 Group tour Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, and Temple of Heaven take?

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    Plan for about 3 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 Group tour Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, and Temple of Heaven worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 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 Group tour Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, and 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 Group tour Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, and Temple of Heaven suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Group tour Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, and Temple of Heaven?

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    Around 0 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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Group tour Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, and 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 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 Group tour Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, and Temple of Heaven?

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    Included: Licensed tour guide; and Entrance tickets. Not included: Lunch; and Gratuity. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Group tour Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, and Temple of Heaven?

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    Meet your guide at 8am/13:00 pm in front of Grand Hotel Beijing. Includes guide+ticket: You can reach here: Both Metro Line 1 and Metro Line 8 can be reached from exits A, B. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is Group tour Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, and Temple of Heaven offered in?

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    It runs in 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 Group tour Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, and Temple of Heaven?

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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.

    Is Group tour Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, and Temple of Heaven wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible; Transportation options are wheelchair accessible; and Wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Group tour Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, and Temple of Heaven 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.

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