Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and Treasure Gallery Small-Group Guided Tour

Explore Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City on a small-group walking tour with a bilingual guide and audio equipment.

Getting started

Meet your guide at the designated meeting point in Beijing between 08:00 and 12:30 for this small-group walking tour. After a brief introduction in English and Spanish, you will receive your audio guide equipment so you can hear commentary clearly throughout. From here, you set off on foot toward Tiananmen Square to begin your visit.

What to expect

Tiananmen Square

Tiananmen Square is the landmark public square at the center of Beijing and the starting point of your route.

Features

• With entry to Tiananmen Square included, you walk across one of the world's largest city squares while your bilingual English and Spanish-speaking guide explains its layout and key monuments through the audio guide equipment.
• As part of the small-group tour with up to 15 travelers, you follow a planned walking route that supports clear views and easy communication while you move toward the entrance of the Forbidden City.

The Palace Museum (Forbidden City)

The Palace Museum, also known as the Forbidden City, is the largest ancient imperial palace complex in the world.

Features

• Entry to the Palace Museum is included, so you proceed inside the former imperial compound and walk through classic scenic spots selected for efficient route planning with no detours.
• Your expert English and Spanish-speaking guide uses the audio guide equipment to provide detailed historical interpretation of the palace courtyards and halls while the small-group format supports questions and conversation as you go.

The Treasure Gallery

Located within the Forbidden City, the Treasure Gallery houses selected palace treasures.

Features

• Access to the Treasure Gallery is part of your ticket, giving you time inside this collection as your guide highlights key pieces using the audio system so commentary remains clear even in busier rooms.
• The walking tour route concludes here, with your group of up to 15 travelers finishing the shared guided portion before you make your own onward arrangements; food, drinks, and any special exhibitions that require separate tickets are not included.