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Tiananmen Square Tours & Registration: The 15 Best Options

30 tours  ·  from $5 a head

The square needs its own registration and its own security line, separate from the palace behind it. The 15 below explain which bookings handle that for you, which pair the square with the Forbidden City, and how early each one has you at the gate.

All-Inclusive Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Great Wall - Walking Into the Forbidden City
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All-Inclusive Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Great Wall

1.All-Inclusive Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Great Wall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,873 reviews · from $128Our pick

Spend 9 to 11 hours with a private guide such as Lucy, Wendy, or Jerry, visiting Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and Mutianyu Great Wall. Hotel pickup, transport, lunch, entrance fees, bottled water, and either a cable car or chairlift and toboggan ride are included. Expect a full, active day with useful help at security points.

“Jerry was an amazing guide, catering to our interests, giving us tips that allowed us to sail thru security, and seeing the good stuff! He knew historical details that thrilled these history buffs’ hearts. This trip was clearly bucket list items, and he allowed us all the time we needed to fully appreciate our amazing time at the Great Wall! I’d recommend this tour and Jerry both!”

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Beijing: Tiananmen Square Registration Service(Ticket) - How the online registration works
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Beijing: Tiananmen Square Registration Service(Ticket)

2.Tiananmen Square Registration Service(Ticket)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,704 reviews · 30 min · from $3

Ezio’s Private Tour registers your Tiananmen Square visit online using your name and passport number. You receive confirmation by email, then show your passport and confirmation at the entrance. Tiananmen is free, while Forbidden City tickets can be bought separately at Meridian Gate. No guide accompanies you.

“Ezio saved us last minute because I had reservation for the Forbidden City which was different than the Tiananmen Square. Thanks to him in 1 hour he closed us a ticket for the same day.”

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Beijing Full Day Tours: Tiananmen Sq, Forbidden City, Great Wall - Three hours inside the Forbidden City
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Beijing Full Day Tours: Tiananmen Sq, Forbidden City, Great Wall

3.Beijing Full Day Tours: Tiananmen Sq, Forbidden City, Great Wall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,634 reviews · from $99

This 10 to 11-hour small-group outing links Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and Mutianyu Great Wall. Expect hotel pickup within Beijing’s Third Ring Road, an English-speaking guide such as Helen or Rocky, entrance fees, buffet lunch, water, and a cable car or chairlift and toboggan ride. It is an efficient first-day introduction, but expect a long, active schedule.

“Mary is our tour guide! Thank Mary for sharing her expertise, food and experience! She has been great Great way to go to all the places! May not be the best to come to China or any East Asian countries during summer. Otherwise, well worth it to not go through the hassle of doing all of them yourselves.”

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Beijing: Forbidden City and Tian’anmen Square Waking Tour - Starting at Tian’anmen Square
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Beijing: Forbidden City and Tian’anmen Square Waking Tour

4.Forbidden City and Tian’anmen Square Waking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,002 reviews · 8 hours · from $2

Choose a 3.5 to 8-hour Beijing tour with guides such as Huang or Alice, visiting Tian’anmen Square, the Forbidden City, and, on longer options, the Temple of Heaven. Expect a lot of walking, identity checks, timed admission, palace stories, photo help, and clear guidance through one of China’s biggest sights.

“It was a very nice experience. Our guide was very nice and funny!”

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Beijing: The Forbidden City or Tiananmen Square Entry Ticket - Choosing morning or afternoon entry
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Beijing: The Forbidden City or Tiananmen Square Entry Ticket

5.The Forbidden City or Tiananmen Square Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 836 reviews · 40 minutes - 9 hours · from $4

Book a morning or afternoon entry to Beijing’s Forbidden City, with optional Tiananmen Square, Mutianyu Great Wall, transport, or a private guide. Your passport serves as the entry ticket. Guides including Anson, Andy, Mina, Yoyo, and Selina may assist, while self-guided visits allow up to nine hours.

“Reservation process is super simples and easy. Chinese tour agencies are extremely professional and always opened to help any time. Highly recomend which turnsnthe trip well organized, smooth and easy.”

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Beijing Classic Full-Day Tour including the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven - Starting early from your Beijing hotel
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Beijing Classic Full-Day Tour including the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven

6.Beijing Classic Full-Day Tour including the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 610 reviews · from $99

This 9-hour Beijing tour links Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, and Summer Palace with hotel pickup, transport, entry fees, and a Chinese lunch. Guides such as Jenny, Lee, Mary, Murphy, and Michael have received strong praise for clear explanations and good group care. Expect lots of walking, crowds, and possible shopping stops.

“The day was planned extremely well. Jenny took care of small details meticulously and ensured everyone was enjoying and getting best experience. We covered all important attractions in Beijing in one day. We would highly recommend her tour to all friends and family.”

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Beijing Essential Full-Day Tour including Great Wall at Badaling, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square - Tiananmen Square: a brief look at modern China
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Beijing Essential Full-Day Tour including Great Wall at Badaling, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square

7.Beijing Essential Full-Day Tour including Great Wall at Badaling, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 609 reviews · from $99

Cover Beijing’s essential sights in about nine hours with hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, lunch, entrance tickets, and air-conditioned transport. You’ll visit Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and Badaling Great Wall, with a Longdi Jade Factory stop on the return. Guides such as Lee, Jenny, Murphy, and Michael Shi have earned praise for clear explanations and attentive help.

“A nice city highlights tour with a friendly guide. I’d have skipped the tea house stop, as I’m not a fan of ‘commercial proposals’, but everything else was excellent. The Great Wall is absolutely breathtaking and unforgettable!”

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Beijing: Tiananmen Square and Forbidden City Entry Tickets - Choosing between self-guided and guided entry
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Beijing: Tiananmen Square and Forbidden City Entry Tickets

8.Tiananmen Square and Forbidden City Entry Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 497 reviews · 3 - 9 hours · from $27

Choose a self-guided ticket visit or an English-led group or private tour. The core route links Tiananmen Square with the Forbidden City, while longer options add the Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, Mutianyu Great Wall, hutong food, or Panda House. Guides such as Vanessa, May, Michael, Angela, and Jenny provide history and practical help.

“very good tour, May was really nice and knowledgeable. just a suggestion: include a proper lunch brake on the forbidden city + Temple of heaven tour... the stop at the tea shop is nice, but we needed some food in a 7+ hours tour!”

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Beijing:Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square Private Tour - Meeting your guide and getting around Beijing
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Beijing:Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square Private Tour

9.Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 390 reviews · 4 - 8 hours · from $13Best value

Meet a private guide such as Alice, Rita, Jessica, or Simon at your hotel or an agreed meeting point. Walk through Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City while learning about emperors, empresses, and palace life. Add the Temple of Heaven or Summer Palace for a longer visit. Expect public transport, strict security, and plenty of walking.

“Rita was an amazing guide for our visit to the Forbidden City. She gave us in depth explanations to all of our questions and has incredible knowledge in Chinese history. Her English is perfect. Overall a great experience and we highly r Recommend for your stay in Beijing.”

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Private Full Day Tour: Forbidden City, Tiananmen & Summer Palace - Tiananmen Square and the reality of security checks
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Private Full Day Tour: Forbidden City, Tiananmen & Summer Palace

10.Private Full Day Tour: Forbidden City, Tiananmen & Summer Palace

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 272 reviews · from $130

Spend about eight hours with a private guide visiting Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and Summer Palace. Choose private transport or the subway, enjoy lunch at a local Chinese restaurant, and receive hotel pickup and drop-off. Guides such as May, Peter, Jenny, and James are praised for clear history, flexible pacing, and help with crowded entrances.

“Great communication before the tour started. Driver and guide showed up on time and were professional, friendly, and helpful. If you want to make your trip stress free, book this tour.”

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Tiananmen Square & Forbidden City with Entry Tickets - Entering the Forbidden City through Meridian Gate
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Tiananmen Square & Forbidden City with Entry Tickets

11.Tiananmen Square & Forbidden City with Entry Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 266 reviews · from $24

Meet near the Grand Hotel Beijing for a 4 to 5 hour guided visit to Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City. Your guide leads you through the Meridian Gate, Hall of Great Harmony, imperial residences, and garden, with entry tickets, headsets, and bottled water included. The group can reach 20 people.

“We loved David! We learned so much and had such an action packed day, it was perfect for our 1 day allotted for playing tourist during our business trip!”

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All Inclusive Private Day Tour: Tian'anmen Square, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace - Tiananmen Square: a quick look at a monumental space
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All Inclusive Private Day Tour: Tian’anmen Square, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace

12.All Inclusive Private Day Tour: Tian’anmen Square, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 190 reviews · from $138

Spend one packed day visiting Beijing’s four major imperial sights with a private guide and driver. Maggie, Wendy, Lucy, Linda, and other guides are praised for clear English, history stories, flexible pacing, and help with local food. Hotel pickup, admission tickets, bottled water, lunch, and private transport are included.

“This is a big day, but so much to see and learn. Maggie made my day so enjoyable! I would highly recommend this tour company and to ask for Maggie!”

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Beijing Private Tour of Temple of Heaven, Tian'anmen Square, Forbidden City - Hongqiao Market: an optional shopping pause
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Beijing Private Tour of Temple of Heaven, Tian’anmen Square, Forbidden City

13.Beijing Private Tour of Temple of Heaven, Tian’anmen Square, Forbidden City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 184 reviews · from $100

This 6 to 7 hour private Beijing tour links the Temple of Heaven, Tiananmen Square, and Forbidden City with a personal guide such as Lucy, Cindy, Susan, or Ranee. Expect imperial architecture, local park life, strict security checks, included entry tickets, and either subway travel or a private car depending on the option you book.

“Our guide Lucy and driver Wang were exceptional. We had an excellent experience; Lucy is very knowledgeable, patient, and knows all the shortcuts and secrets to having a brilliant day. Highly recommended!”

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Beijing:Forbidden City & Tian'anmen Square with entry ticket - Tian’anmen Square, the tour’s first major stop
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Beijing:Forbidden City & Tian’anmen Square with entry ticket

14.Forbidden City & Tian’anmen Square with entry ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 146 reviews · 4 - 6 hours · from $30

Spend four to six hours exploring Tian’anmen Square and the Forbidden City in a group of no more than 15 people. Choose entry-only access, a guided visit to the Jewelry and Clock Halls, or a Jinshan Park viewpoint. English and Chinese guides are available, including Lucy Yu, Lily, Linda, Amber, and Oscar.

“I loved climbing the Great Wall. I would have liked to climb the tall temple at the Summer Palace.”

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Beijing Historical Tour I - Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square & Temple of Heaven - Tiananmen Square: a powerful beginning
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Beijing Historical Tour I – Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square & Temple of Heaven

15.Beijing Historical Tour I – Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square & Temple of Heaven

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 120 reviews · from $93

Spend about seven hours visiting Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and Temple of Heaven with an English-speaking guide. Central Beijing hotel pickup, admission fees, lunch, and return transport are included. Guides such as Mary, Jenny, Cherry, and Mark have earned praise, but confirm the Forbidden City ticket and ask about shopping stops before departure.

“I can’t remember my tour guides name unfortunately but she was amazing, her depth of knowledge felt so present and real, almost as though she had been there while these things were happening. She made sure to include every moment and help us with everything and anything we might need including many photo opportunities.”

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