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Anime Inspired Beijing Palace Tour with Pop Culture and History
Beijing
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You might not expect to enjoy anime culture while traveling in Beijing — but we’re here to prove you absolutely can. This tour lets you experience anime-inspired places, connect them with real Chinese history, and explore the local fan world. It’s fun, affordable, and a truly unique way to understand Chinese culture from a fresh angle.
Highlights
From 4 hours to 5 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 4 hours to 5 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
English-speaking anime-savvy tour guide
Small-group experience (max 4 people)
Cultural insight sessions with real-life anime parallels
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Personal purchases (souvenirs, blind boxes, etc.)
Travel insurance
You can choose to have lunch inside the imperial palace (around 50 yuan per person), or bring some snacks to make sure you won’t get too hungry during the tour.
Meeting Points
Departure
87 Dong Hua Men Da Jie
If you see the Chinese characters “标婷护肤品专卖店”, you’re at the exact meeting point.
You can easily spot me standing in front of the store — I’ll be holding an umbrella with a cat on it (Nyanko-sensei from the anime Natsume's Book of Friends).
Return
Joy City
We will wrap up our trip at the POP MART store in Xidan Joy City.
Anime Inspired Beijing Palace Tour with Pop Culture and History
Beijing
About
You might not expect to enjoy anime culture while traveling in Beijing — but we’re here to prove you absolutely can. This tour lets you experience anime-inspired places, connect them with real Chinese history, and explore the local fan world. It’s fun, affordable, and a truly unique way to understand Chinese culture from a fresh angle.
Highlights
From 4 hours to 5 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 4 hours to 5 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
English-speaking anime-savvy tour guide
Small-group experience (max 4 people)
Cultural insight sessions with real-life anime parallels
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Personal purchases (souvenirs, blind boxes, etc.)
Travel insurance
You can choose to have lunch inside the imperial palace (around 50 yuan per person), or bring some snacks to make sure you won’t get too hungry during the tour.
Meeting Points
Departure
87 Dong Hua Men Da Jie
If you see the Chinese characters “标婷护肤品专卖店”, you’re at the exact meeting point.
You can easily spot me standing in front of the store — I’ll be holding an umbrella with a cat on it (Nyanko-sensei from the anime Natsume's Book of Friends).
Return
Joy City
We will wrap up our trip at the POP MART store in Xidan Joy City.
Itinerary
1
Meridian Gate (Wu Men)
The Meridian Gate is the main entrance to the Forbidden City, where emperors and their attendants entered and exited the palace grounds.
Please note that entrance tickets must be purchased in advance. You can either book them yourself on the official website or select the “with ticket” option when booking this tour.
10 minutes
2
Hall of Great Harmony (Taihe Dian)
The grand hall where emperors conducted state affairs — often depicted in anime scenes as the center of royal power.
10 minutes
3
Gate of Heavenly Purity
The dividing line between the Outer Court and Inner Court, representing the transition from political to private life, much like the area where concubines live in anime.
10 minutes
4
Yonghegong
Yonghe Palace — Imperial Pharmacy Hall (永和宫御医药馆)
The place where Maomao and the court physicians prepare herbal medicines, just like in The Apothecary Diaries.
25 minutes
5
The Imperial Garden of The Palace Museum
A lush garden filled with diverse plants, a perfect spot to imagine where Maomao might have searched for medicinal herbs throughout the seasons.
20 minutes
6
Gate of Divine Prowess
Known as the “back gate” of the Forbidden City, traditionally used by the emperor’s concubines to enter and leave the palace.
10 minutes
7
Huawei Dasha
Huawei Building Anime Street (华威大厦动漫街)
A bustling shopping area packed with affordable anime merchandise — find your favorite characters and collectibles here.
40 minutes
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Joy City
At Xidan Joy City, immerse yourself in Pop Mart, where you can explore the thrilling world of Asia’s most popular blind boxes — perfect for anime lovers and toy collectors.
