Receive your fast‑access prebooked ticket and head directly to the Forbidden City entrance—no waiting in line! Forbidden City Highlights Enter through the Meridian Gate and explore the grand Hall of Supreme Harmony, Hall of Heavenly Purity, Hall of Preserving Harmony, and more. Stroll the peaceful Imperial Garden and tree‑lined pathways. Hear captivating stories of emperors, eunuchs, and dynastic intrigue—because here, the tales matter as much as the temples. Finish your tour in the Imperial Garden grounds, with the option to stay longer and explore at your leisure. Enjoy coffee at the Forbidden City’s corner tower café, browse unique souvenirs at the museum gift shop, and see rotating exhibitions in newly opened halls for a deeper look at imperial history.