Things to do in Forbidden City

Wonderful experience! Sammi’s deep knowledge of local history and hidden gems turned a simple tour into an unforgettable cultural immersion. We were able to just relax and completely enjoy the experience.

Our tour guide Victoria was amazing! she adjusted the pace to everyone’s liking and was very attentive! she told us a lot of information about the palace but also a lot of information about Chinese culture and history. She was happy to answer any questions we had. 10/10 recommend.

Recommend. Give the long queue, high security control, and massive size, I think good idea to go with the tour. JuLia was a knowledgeable tour guide and learned well. Remember passport is a must, slso recommend to pack light. The tour ends inside the palace, so you may explore more before heading to Jingshan for sunset. Just wish we were told more about the Palace Museum as well (which I guess we did not go, and didn’t know where).

Our tour guide, Mr. Liu, was enthusiastic, friendly, and attentive, taking excellent care of both adults and children. The itinerary was well-planned, allowing us to comfortably explore various parts of Beijing. We hope to visit Beijing again in the future. Thank you very much.

Murphy was an excellent guide for our Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall tour! His English was perfect, and he was very knowledgeable about the places we visited. He was always attentive, kept the group organized, and gave us enough time to enjoy each stop without feeling rushed. Tiananmen Square was closed due to a political event, but at the end of the tour he still took us to see it from outside, which we really appreciated. The transportation was excellent, and the buffet lunch was delicious. We felt well taken care of throughout the day. Highly recommend Murphy and this tour!

The tour started on time and both guides Amy and MA have coordinated with us a day before the scheduled tour. They both explained very clearly the history of the Forbidden City and Summer Palace. MA even accompany us to the Bird Nest after the Summer Palace tour. We are very appreciated.

Overall, I enjoyed the experience and Yuly did a great job keeping everyone together and explaining key parts of the Forbidden City’s history. I would have preferred less time there and more time at the Great Wall. The itinerary could be more transparent. I didn’t expect to take a public bus after the Forbidden City to reach another bus, or to pick up more passengers along the way. The Great Wall extras were also confusing. On the bus, we were asked which sides we wanted to visit and charged 280 RMB for cable car/toboggan tickets. It felt like these were compulsory, although they are optional and cheaper options are available on site. This should be explained clearly before payment. That said, the cable cars and toboggan were amazing and so much fun! I don’t regret the experience or extra money spent. I’m grateful for the guidance and knowledge I gained, although I now feel confident I could organise it myself next time and spend more time exploring the Great Wall at my own pace!

Jimmy was our private guide for Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City, and he was fantastic! His knowledge of the emperors and Chinese history was excellent, and he also shared great insights into daily life in China today. The tour was well paced, and he was engaging and patient throughout. Thank you Jimmy!

A hassle-free and value-for-money day tour! We visited three of Beijing’s iconic attractions – the Temple of Heaven, Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City. Our tour guide, Ms Zhang, contacted us a day in advance to confirm the pickup time and brief us on what to prepare for the following day. Throughout the tour, she shared interesting historical insights about each attraction and thoughtfully guided us along the shortest walking routes, making the entire experience more convenient and less tiring. P/S: Do remember to bring some snacks and water, as lunch is not included in this day tour. Overall, a well-organised and enjoyable tour. Highly recommended!