Tiananmen, Forbidden City, and Hutongs Tour

Visit Tiananmen Square, the Mausoleum of Mao Zedong, the Forbidden City, and traditional hutong streets on this guided tour of Beijing.

Description

After pickup from your hotel, we will visit Tiananmen Square, the largest public square in the world, and view important sites including the Qianmen Tower and the Mausoleum of Mao from the outside.

Next, we will head to the entrance of the Forbidden City, the largest imperial residence, home to 24 Chinese emperors for over 5 centuries. We will explore interesting parts while discussing its famous legends.

You will have free time to eat and rest after this visit.

In the afternoon, enjoy a traditional rickshaw ride through Beijing's hutongs for 2 hours, experiencing an older side of the city.

The tour concludes back at your hotel (or an alternate location) 8 hours after pickup.

Itinerary changes

This is a private tour, allowing you to modify the itinerary. Speak with the guide at the start of the excursion. On winter days or if we finish early, we will also include a visit to Yonghe Temple (Lama Temple).

Important information

The Forbidden City is closed every Monday. If your tour is on this day, consider visiting the Great Wall of China or the Temple of Heaven instead. Access to the Forbidden City is limited, especially on busy dates; book at least 7 days in advance.

Required documents

When booking, provide the passport details of each participant. Ensure your passport number is correct as it cannot be changed later. On the tour day, bring your passport.

Beijing Layover Tour

If in Beijing with time, consider booking the Beijing Layover Tour to visit major monuments, including the Great Wall and the Forbidden City.