Reserve Forbidden City Tickets with Tiananmen square Entry permit in Beijing
Beijing, China

Reserve Forbidden City Tickets with Tiananmen square Entry permit

Outty Ranking 65 4.2 · 51 traveler reviews4 hoursFrom $10

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65/100

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4.2/5

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Is Reserve Forbidden City Tickets with Tiananmen square Entry permit worth booking?

Reserve Forbidden City Tickets with Tiananmen square Entry permit is a 4-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $10 per person. It scores 65 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice, based on a 4.2/5 rating across 51 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
65 / 100
Rating
4.2/5 (51)
Duration
4 hours
From
$10 per person

Please book forbidden city tickets before the actual tour date! ! Pre-book the Forbidden City ticket is the must way to travelers who want an stress-free visit to the Museum. Your pre-booked entry can be accessed by usin

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    About this experience

    Please book forbidden city tickets before the actual tour date! ! Pre-book the Forbidden City ticket is the must way to travelers who want an stress-free visit to the Museum. Your pre-booked entry can be accessed by using your passport through Wumen Gate. Beat the Beijing crowds and get direct entry to the Forbidden City. We will link your passports to E-tickets system(show your passports to entry). Also you can book entry to Tiananmen Square, otherwise police won't allow you to enter the square.

    Traveler reviews

    51 verified traveler reviews for Reserve Forbidden City Tickets with Tiananmen square Entry permit. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    GavinK353 · October 2025

    Good Experience

    You can 100% do Tiananmen Square and Forbidden City without a guide. I went very early in the morning (6:00am) and walked straight through security with no queue. I did have to show the print out of my booking as well as my passport. After I left the Forbidden City I went back to Tianamen Square and had to queue for 1.5 hours to get back in. Other than queue lengths, there was no problem,

    Response from the operator: Thank you Please turn to China Pleasure Tour if you need any help in China! We will make your trip happy and smooth!

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    stomatoloq · May 2025

    A must see.

    Everything that can be said about this place has already been said. There is nothing to add. Just visit it and see everything with your own eyes. Be prepared for the fact that there are a lot of people there.

    Response from the operator: Thank you Please turn to China Pleasure Tour if you go to China! We will make your trip happy and smooth!

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    lornachuan · April 2025

    Long queue

    The booking under this trip advisor is usable; show the guard, & they will let you in. However, there is a long queue due to strict security check, this ticket is not a skip of the line tickets. Everyone has to queue even though you bought the tickets in advance. The Forbidden City and Tiannanmen square are connected. You must go to Tiannanmen square first then only to the Palace. Don't commit the same mistakes happened to us that we entered the Palace first & cannot come back to go to Tiannanmen square unless you lined up up again minimum 1 hour. Because it is a 1 way entry, at the end is the exit. There is no turning back.

    Response from the operator: Thank you Please turn to China Pleasure Tour if you go to China! We will make your trip happy and smooth!

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    ardmania · March 2025

    Beautiful experience though ticket is worthless

    When purchasing the ticket instructions should be shared on how and which gate you should enter + plus contact number given with the booking they only speak Chinese.

    Response from the operator: The enter gate is WUMEN gate we clearly write it on the What make the ticket unique colume. And all our staff speaking good English, we don't know why you say so!

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    Tony_F · March 2025

    Challenge getting to Main Forbidden City entrance and Tiananmen Square

    Things have changed since prior visits. Could have been because of National Congress meeting that day. Finding route to main entrance of Forbidden City and to Tiananmen Square was very difficult. Definitely need to book an appointment prior to going. Thankfully we had known based on other reviews. Our passport and visa were checked three times in trying to get there. Three different stops. Last stop. Bags were hand searched. Everything removed. Roll of electrical tape was confiscated.

    Response from the operator: Thank you Please turn to China Pleasure Tour if you go to China! We will make your trip happy and smooth!

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    Good to know

    Duration
    4 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Booked in 30 days
    18
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Why this scores 65

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)56
    Review evidence (18% weight)68
    Booking momentum (14% weight)62
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)75
    Local standing (8% weight)0
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Reserve Forbidden City Tickets with Tiananmen square Entry permit: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does Reserve Forbidden City Tickets with Tiananmen square Entry permit cost?

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    Prices start at $10 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 Reserve Forbidden City Tickets with Tiananmen square Entry permit 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 Reserve Forbidden City Tickets with Tiananmen square Entry permit worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 65 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.2/5 across 51 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 Reserve Forbidden City Tickets with Tiananmen square Entry permit?

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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 Reserve Forbidden City Tickets with Tiananmen square Entry permit 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 Reserve Forbidden City Tickets with Tiananmen square Entry permit?

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    Around 18 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 Reserve Forbidden City Tickets with Tiananmen square Entry permit 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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