Use this page as the ticketing and entry hub before choosing a Forbidden City route. Rules can change, especially around holidays and special closures, so always verify official Palace Museum instructions close to your visit date.
Start with these guides
Forbidden City Tickets for Foreign VisitorsBooking, passport entry, timing pressure, and current-check planning.Opening Hours and Best Entry TimeClosed-day checks, time blocks, and crowd-aware entry planning.Entrance and Exit GuideMeridian Gate entry, north exit planning, and route direction.
What to verify before travel
Check your confirmed ticket or reservation, the document used for booking, current entry notices, gallery access, and any Tiananmen-side access requirement if your approach begins south of the palace.