The forbidden Palace is a ticketed antrance and limited daily tickets . I would recommend a tour to help you navigate the palace . There is very limited signage to understand what you are viewing . Most of the furniture and palace items are stored...More

This is a place with so much history you can easily be overwhelmed. The physical place is huge, it goes on and on. Be prepared to go up and down steps again and again. My only disappointment was how few of the buildings have much...More

We 3 of us joined this private tour to forbidden city with tour guide name Cactus. She is helpful knowledgeable n kind. Patient with us taking pictures for us n bringing us to every corner in Forbidden City !. Took time to explain to us...More

the forbidden city is really an amazing palace! after visiting a few other palaces around the world, it is really a unique experience. the place is splendid and huge! take a few hours to tour around in order to fully appreciate it.

Forbidden City is the most important place in China. It is in heart of Beijing. You need to spend minimum 3-4 hours for this visit. Entrance fee is 40 RMB (~6 USD). You can get audio guide and it really helps you in this visit.

Great weather, a little chilly, not many people, have someone that can explain all of it (guide). Lots of walking, take confortable shoes.

Very good introduction to the historical aspects of China. Huge walking tour with series of seemingly-identical structures one-after the other. Recommended to buy the ticket online (for non-Chinese ask the hotel staff/friend; check the prices online for the season). Recommend to get electronic walking translator...More