Tiananmen Square ,Forbidden City ,Summer Palace Private Tour
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Is Tiananmen Square ,Forbidden City ,Summer Palace Private Tour worth booking?
Tiananmen Square ,Forbidden City ,Summer Palace Private Tour is a 8-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $90 per person. It scores 67 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 11 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 67 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (11)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $90 per person
UNESCO World Heritage Sites and learn about imperial China on this private tour in Beijing. Visit the monuments of Tiananmen Square, then follow your guide through the immense Forbidden City complex. Summer Palace. Flexi
What you get
About this experience
UNESCO World Heritage Sites and learn about imperial China on this private tour in Beijing. Visit the monuments of Tiananmen Square, then follow your guide through the immense Forbidden City complex. Summer Palace. Flexible pick up time based on your requests. Private guide (5 different languages can be chosen) and air-conditioned vehicle with experienced driver , Hotel pick up and drop off , attractions entrance tickets are inclusive .
What's included
Included
- Attractions entrance tickets
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Tolls, gas, parking fee and bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle with private driver
- Private professional tour guide
Not included
- Lunch fee ( Guide can recommend restaurants )
- Gratuities ( Recommend for excellent service )
What you'll see and do
Beijing
Your private guide greet you in the lobby of hotel, and riding on private air-conditioned vehicle . Picking up time is flexible based on your request and hotel location .We will contact you in advance for the exactly picking up time .
30 minutes here
Tiananmen Square
The first stop is Tiananmen Square , The world’s largest public square.Explore the sites around the square with opportunities to take some amazing pictures. You also could see The Great Hall of People on the west, which is the national congress hall, also well know as China “white house”.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Monument of the People's Heroes
Walk pass by
Pass by without stopping
National Museum Of China
Walk pass by
Pass by without stopping
Great Hall of the People (Renmin Dahuitang)
Walk pass by
Pass by without stopping
Chairman Mao Memorial Hall (Maozhuxi Jiniantang)
Walk pass by
Pass by without stopping
The Palace Museum
Next , we walk to Forbidden city from Tiananmen Gate. Forbidden City is the biggest and best preserved imperial palace in the whole world. We will spend a couple of hours wandering around this amazing example of Imperial architecture and learning about the history of the palace.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Meridian Gate (Wu Men)
Walk pass by
Pass by without stopping
Hall of Preserving Harmony (Baohedian)
Walk pass by
Pass by without stopping
Hall of Great Harmony (Taihe Dian)
Walk pass by
Pass by without stopping
The Imperial Garden of The Palace Museum
Inside of Forbidden city
Pass by without stopping
Summer Palace
Lunch ( Own expense ), your guide can recommend restaurants , After lunch , it will take about 30 minuets riding to Summer Palace which is a The Summer Palace ,a summer resort for Imperial Family Members~considered the best preserved Imperial Park. It was the royal garden in the past time. There are beautiful many pavilions, mansions, temples, bridges and huge lake, and corridors. While the Long Corridor is the longest one in the world which is on the Genuineness World Records. You will also see famous Seventeen Arches Bridge, Qingyan Stone Boat, Kunming Lake and Longevity Hill there.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Hall of Benevolence and Longevity
Inside Summer palace
Pass by without stopping
Long Corridor at the Summer Palace
Inside Summer palace
Pass by without stopping
Tower of Buddhist Incense(Summer Palace)
Inside Summer palace
Pass by without stopping
Qingyan Stone Boat
Inside Summer palace
Pass by without stopping
Kunming Lake
Inside Summer palace
Pass by without stopping
Beijing
After the private tour , we will take you back to hotel . If you want to be dropped off at a restaurant in downtown Beijing, just let us know in advance .
45 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
English Speaking Tour Guide
Option 1 : The option tour guide can speak English and Chinese . Pickup included
Spanish Speaking Tour Guide
Option 3 : The option tour guide can speak Spanish and Chinese . Please book at least 4-5 days in advance during peak season. Pickup included
German Speaking Tour Guide
Option 5 : The option tour guide can speak German and Chinese . Please book at least 6-8 days in advance during peak season. Pickup included
Russian Speaking Tour Guide
Option 2 : The option tour guide can speak Russian and Chinese . Please book at least 3-4 days in advance during peak season. Pickup included
French Speaking Tour Guide
Option 4 : The option tour guide can speak French and Chinese . Please book at least 5-6 days in advance during peak season. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, ru, cmn, en, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Leo's Guide & Driver Service
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Please note that the itinerary is flexible and we can adjust it according to your personal interests, the weather or any unexpected conditions.
- Please provide the tour operator with your special requests at "special requirement", your tour operator will also contact you just in case
- For last minute booking , if no guide available , we can full refund or change the tour to another day
- If you choose to have Spanish, French , German, Russian language tour guide service, please ensure to make your booking at least 3-6 days in advance
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 11 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
9 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
11 verified traveler reviews for Tiananmen Square ,Forbidden City ,Summer Palace Private Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
private tour
Cynthia, our guide, was friendly, navigated the difficult crowds and complicated state rules expertly, told us interesting stories, listened to our preferences, and made great food recommendations afterwards!
via Tripadvisor
Great Experience with Leo‘s Tour and our Guide Lilia
It was a fantastic sight seeing. We went to Tian an men Square and the forbidden city, etc. It was perfectly managed and guided. Our guide Lilia was amazing. She explaines everything in such a detail that we understand the background and history in a perfect matter. Besides that Lilia was a wonderful companion during our trip, taking fotos, with a lot of beautiful further recommendations for Beijing and the surrounding. We will definitely book our next trip with Lilia and her Company“Leo‘s tour”.
via Tripadvisor
Great guided tour in Beijing
Thank you Leo's tour for the great tour. Our guide Lilia was fantastic, knowledgeable and happy to explain all the details. We had a great time and recommend this tour.
Response from the operator: Dear Guest , Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with Leo’s Private Tours! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour and had a memorable time exploring China with us. At Leo’s Private China Tours, we always strive to provide professional, comfortable, and personalized private tours to help our guests discover China in the best way. We truly appreciate your kind words and will share your feedback with our team. Thank you again for choosing us and recommending Leo’s Private China Tours. We look forward to welcoming you back to China in the future!
via Tripadvisor
Great experience, affordable prices
We were traveling as a family of three with an 18 month old baby from Australia. Leo was super attentive with all our bookings and has suggested many helpful tips when we were deciding our itineraries from Australia. We ended up having a private guided tour with transfers from Beijing (5 days) to Xian (3 days) and then Shanghai (3 days). Leo booked all the tickets for the attraction in advance so we skipped a massive queue, we are super thankful especially travelling with a child We were fortunate enough to have Yoshi (Liu ci) as our guide in Beijing. Yoshi showed us Tian A Men Square, Forbidden Palace , Summer palace, Temple of Heaven, the Great Wall and GuBei Water town. Yoshi was great, and was very understanding of our needs while travelling with our little boy, he were able to show us the highlight of each attraction, and he went above and beyond to help us reach the top of the Great Wall with a baby (well as far as we can go, tower 23!) . Yoshi would go out of his way to ensure we get to the attraction but also allowed us plenty of time to explore . Yoshi has a wealth of knowledge on the history and culture of China, he also continued to search answers for all the weird and wonderful questions we had for him. I cannot speak highly enough of Yoshi, he has left a great impression and has made our trip so easy going. Mr zhang the driver also went above and beyond for us, having to travel early morning at 0600 to get to all the destinations and ensure we arrived before the crowd (we were here during a Chinese public holiday). His car was luxurious, clean and comfortable. he also provided us a baby seat as well. With this exceptional service from Yoshi , Mr Zhang and Leo’s private tour, I would say the price was very reasonable and affordable.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for choosing Leo’s Private Tour! We are delighted to hear your family had a great experience in Beijing, Xi’an, and Shanghai. Your kind words about Yoshi, Mr. Zhang, and our team truly mean a lot to us. We’re especially happy that the Forbidden City, Great Wall, and other experiences were smooth and enjoyable while traveling with your little boy. Thank you again for your support, and we hope to welcome your family back to China in the future!
via Tripadvisor
Highly recommend!
Lilia from Leo’s tour was so attentive and thoughtful! Our driver was also extremely friendly and drove super safe. The tour was very informative and we got to see so many of the popular Beijing attractions. Lilia was not only an awesome tour guide but photography skills were on par with an actual professional photographer! We ended up with lots of high quality family photos that we wouldn’t be able to have taken without her. I highly recommend doing this tour not just for the scenic views but gaining a deeper understanding of the history behind Beijing’s historic attractions and some bomb food recs 🤩
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
- Every day
- Price range
- $90 to $270
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 67
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Tiananmen Square ,Forbidden City ,Summer Palace Private Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.
How much does Tiananmen Square ,Forbidden City ,Summer Palace Private Tour cost?
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Prices start at $90 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 Tiananmen Square ,Forbidden City ,Summer Palace Private 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 Tiananmen Square ,Forbidden City ,Summer Palace Private Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 67 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 11 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 Tiananmen Square ,Forbidden City ,Summer Palace Private 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 Tiananmen Square ,Forbidden City ,Summer Palace Private 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 Tiananmen Square ,Forbidden City ,Summer Palace Private Tour?
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Around 4 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 Tiananmen Square ,Forbidden City ,Summer Palace Private 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 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.
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