Beijing Central Axis Private Tour with Forbidden City

Highlights

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Itinerary

1. Start your day at Yongdingmen Gate, the southern starting point of Beijing's Central Axis. Learn about the history and significance of this ancient gate which was once part of the old city wall. It would be around half hour to drive around from your hotel to the location.

   Passes by

2. Stroll down Qianmen Street, one of Beijing's oldest commercial streets with a history spanning over 500 years. Experience traditional Beijing snacks, shop for souvenirs, and witness the fusion of old and new Beijing culture.

   45 min

3. Step into Tiananmen Square, one of the world's largest public squares. Learn about its historical and political significance, including the Monument to the People's Heroes, Great Hall of the People, and the National Museum of China.

   45 min

4. Explore the majestic Forbidden City, home to 24 emperors across the Ming and Qing dynasties. Marvel at its grand halls, intricate architecture, and vast courtyards while uncovering stories of imperial China's past.

   3 hAdmission included

5. Climb Jingshan Hill for panoramic views of the Forbidden City and Beijing's skyline. Enjoy serene gardens, ancient trees, and the pavilions that crown the hilltop.

   1 hAdmission included

6. Experience the charm of Beijing's hutongs and lakeside bars in the Houhai area. here you can find some local Chinese restaurant for your lunch at your own cost.

   1.5 h

7. Conclude your day at the historic Drum and Bell Towers, symbols of Beijing's ancient past. Admire the cityscape from the tops of these iconic structures.

   1 hAdmission included

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

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Know before you go

How it compares in Beijing

• Its from-price is 60% above the median of the 3624 experiences we list in Beijing.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 577 of 3624.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Beijing

Beijing, China's capital for centuries, holds imperial palaces, sacred temples and stretches of the Great Wall within reach of its modern boulevards.

At the city's heart, the Forbidden City spreads behind vermilion walls, a labyrinth of halls and courtyards that housed the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties. Tiananmen Square lies to its south, and the hill of Jingshan Park to its north gives the finest view over its golden roofs. The Temple of Heaven, set in a park where locals practise tai chi and dance, is a masterpiece of imperial design.

Top-ranked sights in Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall, Forbidden City (Palace Museum), Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang).

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