4-hour Forbidden City Photography Tour

ABOUT YOUR GUIDE

Hi, I am Leo Kui. I’m a professional travel guide and photographer from Beijing. I’m a Beijing local with my finger on the pulse of the city and a passion for sharing the real Beijing with travelers from around the world.

Allow me to help make your stay in Beijing extra special and help give you the tools, tips, and tricks you’ll need to confidently explore this wonderful city. I look forward to walking with you soon! – Leo

To follow my adventures in Beijing and around the world, find me on Instagram.

Overview:

Type of Tour: Private Walking Tour
Duration: 4 hours
Attractions: Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City
Service: English Tour Guide, Entrance Fees, 5 high-resolution edited images
Walking Level: ★★★☆☆
Meeting point: Your Hotel Lobby
Meeting time: We recommend you start in the afternoon since it is less busy and with better light
Departure: Daily (except Monday)

Warning: Your social media feeds will never be the same 😉

Itinerary:

You will be picked up from your hotel at the time we confirm. Take a taxi or subway to Tiananmen Square. Spend half an hour there.

Over 600 years, Tiananmen Square has been the heart of China. You will learn about its past and present. After a half-hour’s walk at Tiananmen Square and then going through the middle gate of Tiananmen Square, you’ll see a vast red gate that is the Forbidden City. Then, you will go on a lovely walk to see the fantastic imperial city and hear unique stories. You will have many opportunities for beautiful pictures. The tour will finish at the north gate of the Forbidden City.

Note: We choose the best route to avoid crowds. Makeup and customs are not included in this package.

This is a long walk day. After the tour, you can choose to have dinner together with the group (at your own cost). Our guide will take you to a local restaurant not far away. You will be dropped off at your hotel after the tour.

Highlights of the Tour:

Skip the queue to enter the Forbidden City.
Lead by a local informative, friendly, and professional guide.
AMAZING PHOTOS – Capture unique perspectives of the Forbidden City that few travelers get to see.
Include 5 high-resolution, edited images.

Special offer: Chinese traditional costume rental service. If you would like to wear traditional clothing for the tour, please email us beforehand, and we will customize the dress for you. The price is 400RMB per person, including make-up.