The imperial palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties, the world's largest and best-preserved surviving complex of ancient wooden architecture, a World Cultural Heritage site, and home to a vast collection of precious artifacts.
Highlights at a Glance
- The Forbidden City
- The Hall of Supreme Harmony
- World Cultural Heritage
- Imperial palace
Visiting Tips
The attraction is located in urban Beijing with convenient transportation, making it ideal to combine with other downtown Beijing itineraries. This is a national 5A-rated tourist attraction (the highest rating in China's scenic area quality grading system). It is recommended to book tickets in advance and visit outside peak hours.
