Palace Museum Beijing

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(14.2K) · History museum in Beijing, China
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Jan 8, 2025
Easy 5. Peter was extremely knowledgeable and the tour was one of the better ones we had in our time in China. He took the time to explain sites and had a book for reference that made everything very… Full review by Compass06732211488
Jan 5, 2025
A very easy place to access. It is gigantic and easy to miss a lot if not well planned. In hindsight, it probably would have been best to go with a guide. I could have made the best use of my time no… Full review by Josef B
Jan 2, 2025
Our tour guide was wonderful, and knowledgeable. He's truly a people's person. Great quick get around main tourist points in Beijing Full review by Liz R

Questions & answers

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Which entrance for tourists to enter the Forbidden City?
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I think the main one with all the lines. Head around the perimeter of the city and you will find it. Remember to cross the river.
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Hi everyone. As I know, We must buy forbidden city 's ticket before 8 days but I cannot book it at official website. It …
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Hi everyone. As I know, We must buy forbidden city 's ticket before 8 days but I cannot book it at official website. It always show that ticket is sold old even I waited to 00:00 A.M for booking. Have any ways to book it easier even a little more expensive. Thank you so much for reading
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The Forbidden City can usually be booked through a travel agent. It might be a bit more expensive but would allow convenient access.
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Hieveryone. As a foreigner, do I have to book before visiting the place? And if I book on the official website, can I pay with …
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Hieveryone. As a foreigner, do I have to book before visiting the place? And if I book on the official website, can I pay with a non-chinese credit card? Thank you very much!
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There is no need to book in advance, how long it takes to get in depends on the season.
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Answer by Jeffry B · Mar 4, 2024
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Are there any restaurants in forbidden city? or can we re-enter after having lunch outside?
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As I recall the only refreshments were in the Tea shop where you can sample the teas before buying, but beware, if you buy any tea. It’s incredibly expensive.
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