Guided walking tour
The guide was very knowledgeable and fun to listen to. This is a long tour with lots to see and the guide's attitude helped keep the attention going.
On this walking tour, you'll hear interesting stories about Tian'anmen Square and the Forbidden City and receive an introduction to the Ming and Qing Dynasties.
First, you'll stroll around Tian'anmen Square with your guide and get to know the buildings around you. You'll contemplate the Great Hall of the People, the National Museum of China, the Mausoleum of Mao Zedong, the Monument to the People's Heroes, the Qianmen Gate, the Tian'anmen Tower, and more.
Next, you'll enter the Forbidden City from the South Gate and discover its stunning complex. Gain deep insight into the history of this massive palace which is said to have 9999.5 rooms. See the most important buildings along the middle axis of the palace, then admire two courtyards in the west chamber. The tour will end at the Imperial Garden, you can choose to explore more of the Forbidden City on your own, or your tour guide will advise where to catch a taxi to your next destination.
