Guided tours at the Palace Museum
Guided tours at the Palace Museum
Guided tours at the Palace Museum
Guided tours at the Palace Museum
Guided tours at the Palace Museum
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Guided tours at the Palace Museum

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Beijing
Service languages: English
Duration: 3 hrs
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Free cancellation by 12:00 PM, 1 day before the date of use
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Highlights

In-depth cultural exploration | A 3-hour intensive guided tour unlocks the hidden history and architectural wisdom of the Forbidden City, packed with knowledge. Multilingual guided tours are available.
Multiple tour options are available | Choose from small groups of 15 or 25 people or private guides, balancing personalized interaction and a comfortable itinerary, saying goodbye to a rushed sightseeing tour.
Immersive listening experience | Wireless headset on the go, clearly capturing every detail in noisy environments, allowing you to move freely and never miss a lecture.
Product details

[Product Ticket Information]

This product does not include admission to the Palace Museum. Please purchase tickets on the official Palace Museum website (WeChat mini-program) at 8:00 PM, 7 days in advance. You can consult online customer service for recommendations on products that include tickets.

[Ticket check-in hours]

Starting November 1, 2023, the Palace Museum will implement time-slot-based visits. Please plan your time accordingly.

The morning session starts at 12:00 noon on the same day.

The earliest ticket check-in time for afternoon sessions is 11:00 AM on the same day;

Off-season (November 1st - March 31st): Last entry time: 3:30 PM;

During peak season (April 1 - October 31), the latest entry time is 16:00.

Please purchase the corresponding session based on your ticket time.

[Product Itinerary Description]

[Snail Travel] The Palace Museum Expert Team will provide you with an in-depth explanation of the Palace Museum from multiple perspectives, including architecture, history, and cultural stories.

Itinerary (the order of visits is subject to change based on the actual itinerary on the day):

Meridian Gate - Inner Golden Water Bridge - Gate of Supreme Harmony

Hall of Supreme Harmony - Hall of Central Harmony - Hall of Preserving Harmony

Qianqing Palace - Jiaotai Hall - Kunning Palace

Yikun Palace - Chuxiu Palace

Imperial Garden

Jingren Palace - Yanxi Palace

After the tour ends, you can explore on your own.

Immerse yourself in the charm of traditional Chinese history and culture, imperial culture, and ancient architecture.

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Eligibility
Adult: 18–100 years old
Child: 17 years old and under
How to use
Must be booked by 7:00 AM on the visit date.
A member of staff will contact you by 11:00 PM (local time), 1 day before your trip.
Please provide your valid ID (e.g., Mainland Chinese ID Card, Entry-Exit Permit for Hong Kong and Macau, and passport) at the designated meeting point on the day of your trip.
Change & cancellation policies
If a cancellation request is submitted before 12:00 PM, 1 day(s) prior to the date of use, no cancellation fee will be charged.
If a cancellation request is submitted after 12:00 PM 1 day(s) before the date of use, a fee of 100% will be charged.
If a discount is applied, the cancellation fee will be calculated based on the original price before the discount and will not exceed the amount paid.
Partial refund is not available.

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