Practical Information
Updated: Jan 6, 2026Visit Duration
Minimum3 hours
Recommended4 hours
Maximum6 hours
Entrance Fee
Adult
60 CNY~60.0 $
Apr-Oct: 60 CNY. Nov-Mar: 40 CNY. Under 18 with ID: free. Treasure Gallery: 10 CNY extra. Clock Museum: 10 CNY extra. Closed Mon
Crowd Level
Very high — crowdsHow to Get There
Metro: Tiananmen East (Line 1) or Tiananmen West. Enter from south (Tiananmen) and exit north (Shenwumen) - one-way flow.
Facilities & Services
restrooms
cafe
gift shop
audio guide
Working Hours
Updated: Jan 6, 2026MondayClosed
Tuesday08:30 — 17:00
Wednesday08:30 — 17:00
Thursday08:30 — 17:00
Friday08:30 — 17:00
Saturday08:30 — 17:00
Sunday08:30 — 17:00
Note
Closed Mondays (except holidays). Last entry: summer 4pm, winter 3:30pm. Online tickets only, book in advance, 40,000/day limit.
Accessibility
Wheelchair Access
Fully accessible
Travel Tips
Useful tips for visiting Forbidden City
BOOK ONLINE in advance on official website - often sells out! Passport required. Audio guide: 40 CNY. Allow 3-4 hours minimum. Climb Jingshan Park after for aerial views of the complex.
Metro: Tiananmen East (Line 1) or Tiananmen West. Enter from south (Tiananmen) and exit north (Shenwumen) - one-way flow.
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Weather
Average temperature by month
Now
-5°
-5°43%4 м/с
Today2°-5°
2°-5°Tomorrow1°-6°
1°-6°Thu8°-3°
8°-3°Fri3°-3°
3°-3°Sat-2°-6°
-2°-6°Sun
-2°-7°
-2°-7°Mon-7°-11°
-7°-11°2°
-8°Jan
5°
-6°Feb
12°
0°Mar
20°
8°Apr
26°
14°May
30°
19°Jun
31°
22°Jul
30°
21°Aug
26°
15°Sep
19°
8°Oct
10°
0°Nov
4°
-6°Dec
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