Forbidden City Beijing Palace Museum

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Sep 14, 2024
Coming from Roma it is usually not easy to impress me with old palaces and imperial stuff. But this i different. It is something as unique as most things in China. The forbidden city is a powerful ex… Full review by Stefano R
Sep 7, 2024
We have seen Forbidden City so often in drama series and documentaries, that I just have to experience it for myself. Entering the gate, you will feel wowed by the grandeur of the place, imagining w… Full review by Ng L
Sep 4, 2024
I planned my trip to the Forbidden City on TeaTeaLand. My trip planner suggested I bring a telephoto lens, as the Forbidden City can get very crowded. You probably won't be able to take any good pict… Full review by PatTravelChina

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Hi everyone. As I know, We must buy forbidden city 's ticket before 8 days but I cannot book it at official website. It …
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Hi everyone. As I know, We must buy forbidden city 's ticket before 8 days but I cannot book it at official website. It always show that ticket is sold old even I waited to 00:00 A.M for booking. Have any ways to book it easier even a little more expensive. Thank you so much for reading
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The Forbidden City can usually be booked through a travel agent. It might be a bit more expensive but would allow convenient access.
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Hieveryone. As a foreigner, do I have to book before visiting the place? And if I book on the official website, can I pay with …
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Hieveryone. As a foreigner, do I have to book before visiting the place? And if I book on the official website, can I pay with a non-chinese credit card? Thank you very much!
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There is no need to book in advance, how long it takes to get in depends on the season.
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Answer by Jeffry B · Mar 4, 2024
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Are there any restaurants in forbidden city? or can we re-enter after having lunch outside?
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As I recall the only refreshments were in the Tea shop where you can sample the teas before buying, but beware, if you buy any tea. It’s incredibly expensive.
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Hi, just wondering if this is still close?
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(2/28 1.40pm) Beijing Parks Begin Limiting Access: Though almost every park in Beijing remains open, some have started limiting the number of people entering each day. …
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(2/28 1.40pm) Beijing Parks Begin Limiting Access: Though almost every park in Beijing remains open, some have started limiting the number of people entering each day. Chaoyang Park will limit tickets to 20,000 per day to control the park from getting too crowded, the Beijing Youth Daily reported. Meanwhile, tickets to the Summer Palace are no longer being sold on site and must be reserved one day in advance via their WeChat account (search "颐和园" in WeChat).
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