Forbidden City and Qianmen Snack Hutong Walking Private Tour

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Forbidden City and Qianmen Snack Hutong Walking Private Tour

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Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
Where to Meet
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Duration
4 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 10 guests
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Accessibility
Stroller Accessible
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Language
Chinese, English
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Family-friendly, Private Experience
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Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Discover Beijing's history by visiting Tiananmen Square and Qianmen food street. Explore ancient hutongs on a walking tour straight from the airport, savoring authentic local flavors.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Visit the Forbidden City, a royal palace complex that once ruled China for half a century, and stroll through Qianmen Snack Street, which gathers a variety of snacks from all over China and dozens of century-old shops that have been around for a hundred years.


This 5-hour tour of the Forbidden City and tasting of local Beijing snacks will not only allow you to learn about Beijing's history and culture but also let you taste local Beijing snacks, such as Beijing Zhajiangmian (noodles with soybean paste). When passing by Tiananmen Square by car, the guide will explain the basic information about Tiananmen in the car.

What You Get

English Speaking Tour Guide
Beijing Local Food /Drinks
Subway Public Transportation(Private car available if more 3 participants)
Gratuities
Personal Cost

Good To Know

  • WhatsApp(Gmail) doesn't work in Beijing,It is free of charge give us a call(+86) 13581553100 at the information desk, the staff can speak English
  • If you are not able to go through customs for any reasons, please take your own responsibility. There is no refund for the same day cancellation
  • Pickup time flexible, The tour starts 1 hour after flight landing.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

What You’ll Experience

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The Palace Museum

Your guide will pick you up at your hotel at 8 am. First, you will visit the Beijing Forbidden City, located in the center of Beijing, which was once the residence of a total of 24 emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties. The guide will explain the characteristics of traditional Chinese architecture and take you into a few palaces open to tourists to see the rooms where the emperors lived.
2 hoursAdmission Ticket Included

Tiananmen Square (Pass By)

After about 2 hours of visiting the Forbidden City, you will take a car to Qianmen Snack Street. When the vehicle you are taking passes through Tiananmen Square, the guide will explain the feng shui layout of the square and the basic information of each building.
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Qianmen Walking Street

Qianmen Snack Street, because it is closest to the Forbidden City, was once a market frequented by royal family members of the Ming and Qing dynasties. It still retains several old shops, such as jasmine tea shops and Beijing Zhajiangmian restaurants. Here, the guide will take you to taste more than three different Beijing snacks and drinks. After about two hours of visiting here, you will return to your hotel.
2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Pickup Point
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Pickup Details
Pick up and drop off in 3rd Road in Beijing downtown. for Beijing Capital airport pick up overcharge 400 CNY per car, please let us know in advance.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.

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Reviews
5.0
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Mark was the best!
October 02, 2025

Mark was the kindest guide. He picked up from the airport and took us to tiannamen square, then to eat at the hutongs and after the forbidden city. Not only did he come with us everywhere but he al...read more

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Friendly, reliable, and versatile transportation services in Beijing
July 02, 2024

I first used Mark's driving services over 8 years ago on a trip to the Great Wall. The service was so friendly and prompt that I immediately thought to contact him again for transportation needs. T...read more

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