China · TICKETS
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These are the 15 best entry tickets & passes in China right now, with what each one costs, how long it runs and which city it starts from. Number one is at the top for a reason.
Guided English tour of Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City with included tickets, expert stories, and optional Coal Hill Park views.
“My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed the tour. Our tour guide, Jimmy, was very knowledgeable and friendly and did an excellent job. Highly recommend”
Early 8 AM Mutianyu Great Wall tour with English guide, tickets, shuttle access, optional lunch, and 5 hours of freedom to explore.
“I had a great time, Kevin was a nice guide! The lunch was also great.”
A small-group half-day tour to the Forbidden City with prebooked entry, story-first guiding, and smart options for Tian'anmen Square or Jingshan views.
“Vivian was a very good tourist guide, professional, giving us all information about site and where to take a beautiful photo of the site. Very recommended”
Skip Tiananmen Square registration stress. Email passport details, get a gate-ready confirmation, and consider Forbidden City tickets at Meridian Gate.
“The service was quick and I got many follow up messages asking if everything is ok which I greatly appreciated. Registering for multiple people via the WeChat mini-app was difficult as it would bug out, so appreciate having this service.”
Get QR ticket entry to Beijing’s Temple of Heaven or Summer Palace, with clear WhatsApp help and gate-by-gate transit tips for an easy visit.
“Hiking through the palace and climbing up the rocks to the peak of the temple only to return back down to the lake.”
Skip long lines to the Forbidden City using your passport near Tiananmen Square, choose morning or afternoon, and upgrade with a guide.
“Marco was a fantastic guide, he was funny, thorough, knowledgeable and super friendly. My friends and I had a wonderful visit with him!”
Stress-free Mutianyu Great Wall day trip from Beijing with English guide, skip-the-ticket-line admission, and 5 hours to explore.
“Great service and plenty of time to visit the Great Wall independently and have lunch with dumplings. Recommended!”
Small-group tour covering Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Treasure Gallery with skip-the-stress tickets, audio guide, and flexible timing.
“I was late due to driver and they came and found me… all the staff very supportive and accomodating but Linda was WORLD CLASS with knowledge and patience”
Passport entry to Beijing’s Forbidden City, with optional add-ons for Tiananmen Square and Mutianyu Great Wall plus helpful support.
“Although it was extremely busy (due to the anniversary parade) once in it was an extraordinary tour, I enjoyed most the palaces and the explanation from our tour guide Mina of the buildings, their symbolism, purposes and history. Definitely bring lots of drinks and snacks!”
Skip lines at Beijing’s Summer Palace with flexible tickets, an English PDF guide, optional Ziyu Bay boat rides, and guided tours.
“Loved every corner of this place! An absolute must if you’re in Beijing”
Hop-on hop-off double-decker bus in Shanghai with 3 routes, 8-language audio, and optional skyline sights like the Huangpu River cruise.
“Great way to get an overview of the city. Had the 48 hour ticket which is definitely needed. Plus the 3 Attractions are well worth the value”
Chengdu Panda Base ticket for 5-7 hours, with passport entry and an easy way to secure morning access, plus a self-guided panda-filled visit.
“I booked the ticket only option. The service was great, I had no issues entering the park. I would use this service again. Thank you!”
Half-day Terracotta Army tour from Xi’an with English guide, skip-the-line entry, and optional hotel pickup. Plan for crowds and heat.
“The Terracotta Army site in Xian is just remarkable. Cannot be missed. Taking the private tour got us a super punctual hotel pick-up by our guide and driver in a comfortable van. Linda, our fantastic guide, made the 60 minute drive to the site fly by. Engaging putonghua language introduction, Xian and China travel recommendations were fun and helpful. We got into the site quickly and Linda provided insightful details to the exhibits in pits 1-3 and the museum. All in all a great and worthwhile experience rounded up by a flexibly agreed, delightful, local meal. Thanks to Linda and our driver for making our Xian experience so special.”
Timed entry to Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City, with flexible add-ons to Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, Great Wall and more.
“Everything was perfect. Alvin: the best private transfer in the world! He met us in the hotel lobby on time and was really kind and helpful. Jenny, meanwhile, carefully provided all the details. Alvin, with his long experience, escorted us to the entrance, avoiding long lines and explaining everything to us, answering all our questions. He always had a big smile and was ready to accommodate every request. My husband and I recommend this private transfer with a very early departure to fully enjoy this memorable experience.”
Prebook a Temple of Heaven entry ticket for $8.80, get a WhatsApp QR, scan it 3 times, and explore at your own pace.
“It was a very traditional and awsome place! A lot to explore!!! Very full but still okay!!! The reservation with Miss Li went very smoothly and easy! Very good service!!! Thank you!”
