Private Tianjin Shore Excursion: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and Hutong
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Private Tianjin Shore Excursion: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and Hutong is a 10-hour experience in Tianjin, China, from $159 per person. It scores 51 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
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- 51 / 100
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- Duration
- 10 hours
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- $159 per person
Explore the Forbidden City’s top attractions on this guided excursion. After a convenient hotel/Port pickup, enjoy a first-class bullet train ride and learn about Beijing’s history and culture from an informative local g
What you get
- Entrance Fees
- Excellent English Speaking Tour Guide
- Experienced Driver
- 1st Class Bullet Train Tickets
- IMPORTANT: this tour need to be booked 8 days before your travel date
- Local lunch
About this experience
Explore the Forbidden City’s top attractions on this guided excursion. After a convenient hotel/Port pickup, enjoy a first-class bullet train ride and learn about Beijing’s history and culture from an informative local guide. Visit popular sites like the Temple of Heaven, Tian’anmen Square, Hutong and Back Lakes. Enjoy a delicious Beijing style lunch. 1: Explore the popular sites of China’s capital city on an all-day adventure 2: Check off two world UNESCO Heritages 3: Visit city landmarks like the Temple of Heaven, Hutong and Tiananmen Square 4: Make the most of limited time with convenient hotel pickup and drop-off
What's included
Included
- Entrance Fees
- Excellent English Speaking Tour Guide
- Experienced Driver
- 1st Class Bullet Train Tickets
- IMPORTANT: this tour need to be booked 8 days before your travel date
- Local lunch
Not included
- Peking Duck at Dadong
- Gratuities (Recommended)
- Any other expenses that not listed as included
What you'll see and do
Tianjin International Cruise Port
Meet up your friendly private guide and driver at your Tianjin International Cruise Port or Tianjin hotel lobby and head up to Tianjin Railway Station to take the bullet train to Beijing. Experience a fantastic 30 minutes bullet train ride to Beijing with a speed of 350kilometers/ hour (220miles/hour)
15 minutes here
Tiananmen Square
Upon arrival Beijing, visit largest city plaza in the world, Tiananmen Square. Learning the revolutionary period of history. taking a nice photo with Chairman Mao, The Gate of Heavenly Peace (Tian'an Men)
20 minutes here
The Palace Museum
Continue your tour to Forbidden City, a UNESCO heritage, the largest royal place in the world. Suggested watching the movie of "The last emperor" before you head to Beijing. You can feel the old stories, kings' voice in every yellow glazed tiles. Enjoy the Hall of Great Harmony (Taihe Dian), Hall of Preserving Harmony (Baohedian), Hall of Middle Harmony (Zhonghe Dian), Palace of Heavenly Purity and The Imperial Garden of The Palace Museum. you will spend about of 1.5 hours here. Listen countless old stories from your tour guide. Get to know Palace at your own pace. .
90 minutes here · Admission included
Hall of Great Harmony (Taihe Dian)
The Largest Hall within the Forbidden City. Stunning Wooden Architecture. Take a Glimpse at the emperor's throne. The Royal political place where 24 emperors gave his presentation to the official here in Chinese history
20 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.
15 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
Back Lakes (Hou Hai)
Savor a delightful lunch at Back Lakes. Stroll alongThis area of Beijing contains some of the most extensive old hutong neighborhood and the three lakes of Xihai, Houhai and Qianhai. The most hippy area for people enjoy the nightlife here.
60 minutes here
Temple of Heaven
Followed by the Temple of Heaven in the afternoon. Enjoy the stunning Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest. It is no longer a worship place for God of Heaven. Instead, you will see hundreds of retired local people. If the weather is good, they will come out for exercise such as Taichi, Yoga, gymnastics. It is Temple of Heaven park for people.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest
Admire the stunning Blue Architecture, the Hall of Praying for God of Heaven, emperors used to warship the God of Heaven obtain blessing for his family and people. There are lots of local Beijingners hang out here with all the fun activities such as Yoga, Taichi , singing and gymnastics.
20 minutes here · Admission included
Beijing South Railway Station
Then, travel back to Tianjin by bullet train. Tours end at Tianjin International Cruise Port.
15 minutes here
Beijing
NOTE: Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven are closed on Monday, you will visit Summer Palace and Lama Temple instead. Your tour are fully customizable to suits your special interests, please feel free to discuss the itinerary with your private tour guide within time limited. The recommended itinerary as below: • Option1: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City(Monday closed) • Option2: Tian'an men Square and Summer Palace • Option3: Tiananmen Square and Temple of Heaven (Monday closed) and Pearl Market • Option4: Temple of Heaven & Summer Palace • Option 5: Lama Temple & Summer Palace • Option6: Tian'an Men Square, Lama Temple, Hutong • Option7: Lama Temple, Drum Tower and Hutong • Option8: Jingshan Park, Beihai Park and Hutong • Option9: Silk Market, drum tower and Hutong • Option10: Jingshan Park and Hutong
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Sunflower Tours China
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Good to know
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $159 to $648
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 51
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Tianjin Shore Excursion: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and Hutong: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tianjin.
How much does Private Tianjin Shore Excursion: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and Hutong cost?
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Prices start at $159 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tianjin usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Tianjin Shore Excursion: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and Hutong take?
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Plan for about 10 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 Tianjin is not rushed.
Is Private Tianjin Shore Excursion: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and Hutong 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 (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Tianjin, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Tianjin Shore Excursion: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and Hutong?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Private Tianjin Shore Excursion: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and Hutong suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Tianjin Shore Excursion: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and Hutong?
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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 Tianjin 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 Tianjin and add a light layer if any part of the 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Tianjin Shore Excursion: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and Hutong 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 Tianjin 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 Tianjin?
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On Outty we rank every Tianjin experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Classic Private 2-Day Shore Excursion Tour Package to Beijing from Tianjin Port, Shore Excursion: 2-Day Private Beijing Sightseeing Tour from Tianjin Cruise Port, [Airport Transfer] Tianjin Airport ⇔ Tianjin City Transfer ☆ High reputation for service . 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 Tianjin?
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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 Tianjin?
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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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