Top Beijing Sightseeing Tours

With a maximum of nine travelers for intimacy and speed, small-group travel doesn’t get much smaller than this door-to-door tour. Explore the famous Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall with pre-booked tickets. Explore the Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace; checkoff Tiananmen Square, Jingshan Park, and the Beijing National Stadium; and enjoy two delicious lunches. Upgrade to add an evening Acrobat Show.

Discover the beauty of the Summer Palace with ease, thanks to this convenient admission package. Instead of waiting in long ticket lines, you can save time and get in quicker. Also, if you’re keen to learn more about the palace’s history, you can upgrade to a package with a tour included as well as transportation options if you need them.

See three of the top attractions in and around Beijing with a guide on this full-day private tour to Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu. Private transportation with hotel pickup and drop-off is included, as well as entrance fees, lunch, and a ticket for the round-trip cable car or the chairlift and toboggan ride at the Great Wall.

Spend less time planning and more time exploring Beijing on this comprehensive small-group tour. Over two days, see the highlights of the city, starting with a tour of Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City. Then, it's on to see the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu, walking along the ramparts of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed structure. On day two, visit the Temple of Heaven, enjoy a rickshaw ride through the old Hutong district, and conclude the tour at the Summer Palace.

When in Beijing, don’t miss a chance to see the Acrobatic Show at the Red Theater. Book your tickets here to reserve your spot, and then you can plan other Beijing activities around the show. It’s easy to get to by public transport. Just head on the metro and avoid rush hour traffic lines, and then head inside the theater and get comfortable for the approximately one-hour show.

Hear the stories behind Forbidden City during a small-group walking tour in Beijing. Explore all the key sites including the Imperial Garden, and discover fun facts about the Ming and Qing dynasties from your guide. Upgrade your tour to explore Tian’anmen Square—the world’s largest public square or climb up to the summit of Jingshan Coal Hill Park to enjoy panoramic views of Beijing's cityscape, including an unparalleled view of the Forbidden City.

Visit one of the New 7 Wonders of the World—the Great Wall of China—during your time in Beijing with this private tour. After pickup from your hotel, head directly to the Mutianyu Great Wall (famed for its watchtowers, abundance of natural scenery, and for its comparative lack of crowds). Explore at your own pace (and, if you wish, pay extra for the cable car and toboggan services). At the end of the tour, return to Beijing.

Discover the highlights of Beijing on a full-day tour of the city’s most captivating sights. Accompanied by a local guide, immerse yourself in the ancient mystery of the Forbidden City; absorb the majestic charm of the Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven; stroll around the legendary Tiananmen Square; and purchase special souvenirs in the bustling Pearl Market; and satisfy your appetite with a traditional Chinese lunch.

See three of Beijing’s top cultural and historical highlights on this full-day tour. Stroll amid the grandeur of Tiananmen Square; marvel at the architecture at the Forbidden City; and see the verdant splendor that surrounds the Badaling section of the Great Wall. Alongside your local guide, learn about the rich history and distinctive culture of China and enjoy convenient round-trip transportation from select Beijing hotels.

Skip the expense of private transfers and the stress of negotiating public transit and enjoy a comfortable visit to the Mutianyu Great Wall, a popular section of the world-famous ancient barricade. Get a first-hand peek at parapets and watchtowers set into a rugged landscape—without any time-wasting shopping stops. Tours include return bus fares, entry fees, and shuttle bus but exclude cable car or toboggan tickets; upgrade for a buffet lunch.

The UNESCO-listed Forbidden City is Beijing’s most visited attraction with over 14 million annual visitors, and it has the traffic to match. This half-day walking tour ensures you maximize your time, with a private guide, pre-paid entrance tickets, and an itinerary tailored to your preferences. Plus, hotel pickup is included for an easy day of exploring.

Tick off two of China's most iconic sights during this private tour of Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City. Your guide will greet you at your downtown hotel and accompany you to the center, either on foot or by metro or rideshare (at your expense). Listen to detailed commentary as you tour one of the world’s best-preserved imperial palaces and the largest public square in the world.

Spend two days exploring the top attractions in Beijing on this tour. During the first day, visit Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Temple of Heaven, plus enjoy a lunch of Peking duck. On the second day, travel to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall then take a rickshaw ride through the Hutong area of Beijing.

Escape the hustle and bustle of the city without actually leaving Beijing on this day trip around top landmarks of the city’s natural heritage. Skip the crowded group tours and start your day with a private, guided walk around the historic grounds of the Temple of Heaven—still well-used by the public today. Then, walk through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Summer Palace and take a dragon boat out on the tranquil waters of Kunming Lake.

Breeze past the long entry lines to enjoy your pre-booked tour of the Forbidden City. Follow your tour guide to visit several palaces, including the lavish Antiquarium of the Palace Museum (Treasures Museum). Learn about the ancient history, culture, and traditions that helped shape the Forbidden City through your guide's engaging commentary. Entrance fees and hotel pickup in Beijing are included.

Make the most of your limited time in Beijing and get a personalized experience as you tour Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City with a private, English speaking guide. Walk through these landmarks at your own pace while your guide tells you fascinating stories of their significance. Choose from several start times to easily fit this Quick Explorer tour into your busy schedule.

Visit the Great Wall on this tour from Beijing with a private driver. Get picked up at your hotel and travel to the Mutianyu Great Wall, a less crowded section. Explore independently and hike along the wall to see its many panoramic views at your own pace. Optional extras include a cable car ride and toboggan ride. Customize the start time of this private tour to suit your schedule.

Watch Beijing light up for the night on a nighttime sightseeing tour of China’s capital city. Travel with a private guide in a comfortable vehicle to see Tiananmen Square, and admire the dramatic architecture of the National Centre for the Performing Arts, CCTV headquarters and Beijing National Stadium. Explore a maze of food stalls at Wangfujing Night Market; discover some great local bars around Houhai Lake, and check out the colorfully lit Central Business District shopping centers.

Getting to the Great Wall at Mutianyu by public transport involves two buses and a metro, while group tours are often rushed. Experience one of the world’s true seven wonders in style on a private door-to-door tour that’s tailor-made for families. Ride the cable car up, then hike with your guide and capture timeless pictures. Race to the bottom on the toboggan slide.

Seeing the Great Wall of China is a must for many travelers visiting Beijing—and this convenient tour offers a hassle-free way to get there and back. Choose to visit either Mutianyu or Badaling Great Wall, with a private driver to take care of navigating. Once at the site, you can either explore independently or with a guide if you’ve chosen the upgraded package.

Golden mask Dynasty Show set in ancient China, it tells a romantic and legendary love story centered on a beautiful queen and her lover. The story unfolds through eight chapters, namely, war, peace, forging, celebration, moonlight, flood, offering sacrifices to heaven, and transformation, showcasing themes of love, wisdom, tolerance, and boundless love. With "love and harmony" as its core, the entire performance reproduces the magnificent momentum and profound connotations of Chinese civilization. On stage, the realistic outbreak of hundreds of tons of floodwaters, the thrilling application of a 360-degree rotating stage, and the exquisite presentation of 500 sets of costumes all bring an unprecedented and thrilling experience to the audience. Meanwhile, the first set of advanced N+N multi-channel surround sound equipment in China adds even more realistic audio experience to the entire performance. It is an experience that should not be missed in Beijing.

Enjoy a hassle-free arrival in Beijing with this private transfer service. Avoid shared shuttles and long taxi lines after your flight, and meet your driver directly at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX). Relax on the journey to your hotel or private residence in Beijing with a private tour designed for your group size.

Discover one of China’s most in-demand attractions—and explore a UNESCO World Heritage Site—when you book advance tickets to the Summer Palace. Don’t worry about wasting time in line: by reserving your tickets before you travel, you can bypass the crowds, head inside, and explore independently. Book regular admission to see the main entrance or choose combination entry to discover four of the site’s garden areas.