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Rebecca M.
Australia · Jul 10, 2026
The complete experience. Every major hall, the Treasure Gallery, East and West Palaces, then Jingshan Park at sunset. The included lunch was excellent.
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Full-Day Complete Palace Tour
The complete Forbidden City experience: every major hall, the Treasure Gallery, and Jingshan Park for the iconic rooftop view. 8 hours, lunch included.
Duration
8 hours
Cancellation
Free up to 24-48h
Payment
Reserve now, pay later
Operator
Authentic China Tours
Tour Highlights
- All major halls
- Treasure Gallery
- East & West Palaces
- Jingshan Park
What's Included
- Professional guide for the full day
- All entrance & Treasure Gallery tickets
- Chinese lunch
- Jingshan Park ticket
- Small group (max 12)
Not Included
- Hotel pickup
- Gratuities
- Drinks
Meeting Point
Meridian Gate (south entrance), red umbrella near the ticket office.
Not Suitable For
- Very young children (8+ hours of walking)
What Travelers Say
4.9
out of 5
576 verified reviews
Guide4.9 / 5.0
Value for money4.8 / 5.0
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Hannah T.
United Kingdom · Jun 17, 2026
Paced beautifully over the full day. By the end I felt I truly understood the palace, not just ticked boxes. Our guide was a walking encyclopedia.
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Seok-min K.
South Korea · May 25, 2026
Wonderful and comprehensive. Slightly long if you are not a history fan, but for us it was ideal. The Jingshan rooftop view is the perfect finale.
