Beijing Forbidden City Walk Jingshan and Beihai 5h with tickets

4 to 5 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

See Beijing’s imperial heart in a well-paced small-group walk. Admission tickets are included for the Forbidden City, Jingshan Park and Beihai Park. Your guide brings palace history to life, takes you to the best viewpoint over the city axis, and ends at Shichahai with local tips for lunch and hutong exploring.

What's Included

Professional guide
Entrance fee
Brunch

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meeting point: Outside the Forbidden City Visitor Center near Meridian Gate (Wumen). Please arrive 10–15 minutes early. Your guide will be waiting at the main entrance of the Visitor Center holding a sign which will send you as soon as tickets booked.

End point

Itinerary

Duration: 4 to 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Forbidden City-The Palace Museum

    Our guide will lead you through the Forbidden City (Palace Museum) along a well-paced route covering the most iconic halls and courtyards, sharing stories of emperors, ceremonies, and daily life behind the palace walls. We’ll also point out architectural details, symbolism, and the best photo spots, with time for short breaks along the way

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Jingshan Park

    Climb Jingshan Park for one of the best panoramic views over the Forbidden City and Beijing’s historic center. Your guide will explain the city’s central axis and point out key landmarks from the viewpoint.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Beihai Park (Beihai Gongyuan)

    Stroll through Beihai Park’s lakeside paths and classic pavilions, learning how imperial gardens were designed and used. Enjoy relaxed scenery, seasonal photo stops, and short breaks.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Shichahai Scenic Resort

    End at the Shichahai area, a lively lakeside neighborhood ideal for lunch and hutong exploration. Your guide will share local tips for food and an easy self-guided walk after the tour.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Beijing Xuran Holiday Tourism Co., Ltd

Tags

Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Architecture Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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