The Forbidden City is a complex of ancient wooden buildings, offering endless opportunities for stunning photography. Here are some you should notice before your travel.
Must-Haves
Passport or Valid ID, pre-booked ticket, power bank, local currency (¥) or mobile payment Apps
Food and Drink
It’s necessary to prepare water and food in advance because Forbidden City has an extremely large area of land. But don’t bring food with strong odour, such as Durian, self-heating hotpot. There are also some restaurants in the Forbidden City, you can taste exquisite Chinese desserts.
Comfortable Clothing
To make sure you have a smooth Forbidden City tour, don’t forget crucial certificates and comfortable walking shoes and clothing.
Respect Rules of Forbidden City
Forbidden City is a cultural treasure. You should notice what are not allowed in Forbidden City.
Notice for Tourists
No Touching Artifacts, No Smoking or Vaping.
What should not be Taken in Forbidden City?
Dangerous Objects and Flammable Materials:
Including weapons and sharp objects, fire-starting items, corrosive chemicals and illegal substances.
Photography Restrictions:
- Don’t take tripods and Selfie Sticks over 1.3 meter:
- Commercial photography isn’t allowed.
- No Flash Photography Indoors
Pets are not allowed into the Forbidden City(except seeing eye dog).
Large Baggage isn’t allowed to be taken in Forbidden City.
(Pro tips: Forbidden City is free to keep your luggage.)
Take the Best Forbidden City Pictures
You can take the best Forbidden City pictures by shooting the magnificent scenery.
The “golden hours”(shortly after opening and the hour before closing) offer ideal photo conditions of Forbidden City.
Must-Shot and Hidden Gems
Must-Shot:
Meridian Gate, Hall of Supreme Harmony, Corner Towers, Imperial Garden
Hidden Gem:
Jingshan Hill, Zhongshan Park