The entrance fee for the Forbidden City (Palace Museum) varies by season: from April to October, the ticket price is CNY 60; from November to March, it is CNY 40. Additional tickets for special exhibitions such as the Treasure Gallery and the Clocks and Watches Gallery each cost CNY 10[1][3][4].
Discounts are available for certain groups:
- Children 6 years old or younger, or under 1.2 meters (3.9 feet), enter for free.
- Minors aged 7-18 years are charged CNY 20 for entrance and CNY 5 for each gallery ticket.
- Seniors over 60 enjoy half price on both the entrance ticket and gallery tickets.
Tickets must be purchased online in advance through the official site or authorized platforms. Visitors must present their passport used for booking at the entrance. Daily visitor numbers are limited and same-day ticket sales are not available[1][3][4].
Tour and reseller platforms often charge slightly higher prices (for example, USD $9–$18 per adult) to include service fees and pre-booking options[2][5][6][7].
References
- [1] Forbidden City (Palace Museum) – Beijing – Travel China Guide
- [2] Forbidden City Tickets, Tiananmen square Pre-Booking – Tripadvisor
- [3] How to Book Forbidden City Tickets from Official Website 2025
- [4] Secure Forbidden City Tickets: Ultimate Guide [2025/2026]
- [5] Beijing Forbidden City Ticket Booking – Viator
- [6] Forbidden City Ticket 2025 – Beijing – Viator
- [7] Forbidden City Entrance Ticket with Optional Guided Service – Tripadvisor
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