Expert Led Small Group Tour of Beijing Central Axis

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| Beijing, China

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9 hours

Wheelchair accessible

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Optional hotel pick up available upon request with an additional fee
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for travelers who have difficulty walking long distance

Explore the Forbidden City, the world’s largest and best-preserved imperial palace complex, guided not by a standard tourist guide, but by an expert in architectural history and cultural heritage. In an intimate group limited to 8 people, you will trace the historical Central Axis and learn about the ritual significance...

Duration 9 Hours
Group Tour
Max 8 people in the group

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Meridian Gate to Golden Water Bridges.

Start your tour at 9:00 AM in front of the Meridian Gate. After security, proceed along the central axis to the Inner Golden Water Bridges. Admire the five marble bridges and the view of the Gate of Supreme Harmony
- Duration 30 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Included
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Central Outer Court (Front Palaces).

You will visit in order: Hall of Supreme Harmony (imperial ceremonies), Hall of Central Harmony (emperor’s preparation), Hall of Preserving Harmony (imperial examinations).

Highlight: The grand layout of the Hall of Supreme Harmony square and the stone carving behind the Hall of Preserving Harmony
- Duration 1 Hour•
- No Admission Ticket Required

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The Treasure Gallery.

Your guide will lead you through the Treasure Gallery to unveil the hidden history and symbolism behind imperial artifacts.

Highlight: Nine-Dragon Wall, gold-inlaid pearl celestial globe, Empress Xiaoduan’s phoenix crown

Duration 40 Minutes•
Admission Ticket Included

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Central Inner Court (Rear Palaces).

Enter the inner court via the Gate of Heavenly Purity.
You will visit: Palace of Heavenly Purity (emperor’s residence), Hall of Union (empress’s ceremonies), Palace of Earthly Tranquility (empress’s quarters), Imperial Garden (rare stones and ancient trees)

Duration 1 Hour•
No Admission Ticket Required

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Exit via Shenwumen & Light Meal.

Exit north from the Imperial Garden through Shenwumen (Gate of Divine Might). Light meals are available nearby, or bring your own snacks. The morning tour of the Forbidden City ends here at around 12:00 PM.

Duration 30 Minutes•
No Admission Ticket Required

Jingshan Park

If you select the Full-Day option, your tour continues at 12:30 PM.
Jingshan Park is an artificial hill created from earth excavated for the Forbidden City's moat. It offers the definitive panoramic viewpoint over Beijing's Central Axis, acclaimed as the "highest point at the city's heart."
You will visit:
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Duration 1 Hour•
Admission Ticket Included

Beihai Park (Beihai Gongyuan)

Beihai Park is China's oldest and most completely preserved imperial garden. You will visit:
• Qionghua Island: Ascend the White Dagoba (Tibetan-style stupa) for views of Zhongnanhai.
• Yong’an Temple: Qing-era royal temple.
• Lakeside Stroll: Pass Haopu Creek and Fangshan Garden.
• North Shore Sights: Nine-Dragon Wall (colorful glazed...

Duration 3 Hours•
Admission Ticket Included

Xicheng District

Conclude your day with a guided stroll from Beihai Park towards the Houhai area. This area represents the "living extension" of Beijing’s Central Axis, an ideal place to feel the simultaneous pulse of Beijing's profound history and its contemporary rhythm. It is also home to numerous time-honored restaurants. The entire...