The 3 Best 2-Hour Experiences in Beijing

1.2-Hour “Ancient & Modern” Beijing Sidecar Tour (Day /Night)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · from $89Our pick

Ride through Beijing’s hutong lanes, past the Bell and Drum Towers, Houhai and the Forbidden City moat, then on to the CBD and Ming City Wall Park. A professional driver-guide handles the route; guide John has arranged hotel pickup and flexible drop-off. The private two-hour tour runs by day or night, with photo stops, snacks and seasonal drinks.

“First of all, John was very punctual in picking me up from my hotel, and at the end of the tour very flexible in where I wanted to be dropped off. It was really nice to see the Hutong area and the CBD from a motorcycle side car, while John tRead more”

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2.2-Hour Beijing Private Forbidden City Tour: History & Highlights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · from $80

Explore the Forbidden City with a private English-speaking guide, with visits to the Hall of Great Harmony and the Palace of Heavenly Purity. Choose an economy walking option or private transfer, and ask about adding Tiananmen Square: security waits can make it impractical. Guides have included Mina, Lily, Christine, Jay, Lucy, Becky, Albert, and Susan Shan.

“Me and my partner had a wonderful trip to the Forbidden City with our fantastic tour guide Christine, who was able to answer any questions we asked. She was very knowledgable and had impeccable English. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone who wants to learn more about the Forbidden City.”

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3.2-Hour Beijing Private Jingshan Coal Hill Park and Beihai Park Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · from $66Best value

Spend two hours walking through Jingshan and Beihai parks with a private guide. See the tree linked to the last Ming emperor, look over Beijing from Coal Hill, and visit Jade Island, the Nine Dragon Screen, and Five Dragon Pavilion. Hotel pickup and park admission are included. The pagoda may be closed on Mondays.

“Our group should be notified that the pagoda at Beihai Park was closed on Monday before booking this tour. The tour is great for viewing the forbidden city from the top view, admiring the gardens covered with various flowers, and the small lakes.”

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