How much does it cost to enter the Forbidden City? Latest fares and hot topics
Recently, as the National Palace Museum's top cultural tourist attraction, its ticket prices and opening policies have once again become the focus of public attention. This article will combine the hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with a detailed analysis of the Forbidden City ticket prices, preferential policies and surrounding hot topics.
1. The latest list of ticket prices for the Forbidden City

| Ticket type | Peak season price (4.1-10.31) | Off-season prices (11.1-3.31) |
|---|---|---|
| Adult ticket | 60 yuan | 40 yuan |
| student ticket | 20 yuan | 20 yuan |
| Senior ticket (over 60 years old) | 30 yuan | 20 yuan |
| Child ticket (under 6 years old) | free | free |
2. Recent hot topics related to the Forbidden City
1.New experience of the Digital Forbidden City: The "Digital Cultural Relics Library" recently launched by the Forbidden City has added 2,000 high-definition images of cultural relics. Visitors can view the details of precious collections online. This innovative service has been widely praised.
2.Night tour of the Forbidden City is in hot demand: After the 2023 autumn night show opened, all tickets were sold out within 3 minutes, and related topics were read more than 200 million times. Netizens expressed that they were "not fast enough."
3.Forbidden City cultural and creative sales hit record high: During the National Day holiday, the single-day sales of the Forbidden City Cultural and Creative Industries exceeded 8 million yuan, and the "Forbidden City Cat" series of peripheral products became the most popular product.
4.New measures for cultural relic protection: The Forbidden City launched the "Research Conservation Project of Yangxin Hall", using digital means to record the entire renovation process, and related topics were on the hot search list.
3. Detailed explanation of ticket preferential policies
| Offer type | Applicable conditions | Discount margin |
|---|---|---|
| Military discount | Active duty military personnel with valid ID | free |
| Disability discounts | Hold a disability certificate | free |
| Discounts for Beijing residents | Hold Beijing Pass-Elderly Care and Disability Card | half price |
| Group discount | Groups of 20 or more people | 10% off |
4. Practical suggestions for purchasing tickets
1.Appointment channel: The Forbidden City implements a real-name system for booking tickets online. You can book tickets through the official website, WeChat official account or third-party travel platform. It is recommended to make a reservation 7 days in advance.
2.Visiting time: Opening hours in peak season (April-October) are 8:30-17:00, off-season (November-March) are 8:30-16:30, closed on Mondays (excluding statutory holidays).
3.Free ticket guide: Children under 6 years old or under 1.2 meters in height, retired cadres, disabled people and other special groups can visit for free with valid documents.
4.Travel during peak hours: Data shows that every Tuesday to Thursday before 9 a.m. is a relatively less crowded time to visit, resulting in a better experience.
5. Recent tourist evaluation hot spots
According to social platform data analysis, tourists’ evaluation of the Forbidden City in the past 10 days mainly focuses on the following aspects:
| Evaluation dimension | Positive rating | Main feedback |
|---|---|---|
| Cultural relics exhibition | 95% | Rich exhibits and professional exhibition layout |
| Service facilities | 88% | Clear instructions and ample seating areas |
| Environmental health | 92% | Neat and clean, clear garbage classification |
| digital experience | 85% | AR tour is novel and interesting |
Conclusion
Although the ticket price of the Forbidden City will be adjusted according to the season, many tourists think it is "good value for money" compared with the cultural value and visiting experience it provides. It is recommended that tourists who plan to visit understand the latest policies in advance and plan their itinerary reasonably to obtain the best visiting experience. With the advancement of digital construction, the Forbidden City will launch more innovative services in the future to bring this 600-year-old royal palace closer to the public in a more people-friendly way.
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