How much does it cost to visit the Forbidden City?

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Ticket Prices of the Forbidden City (Palace Museum)
Basic Entrance Tickets
Peak Season (April 1 – October 31)
Adult ticket: 60 RMB per person
Off-Season (November 1 – March 31)
Adult ticket: 40 RMB per person
Extra Exhibition Halls (separate tickets)
Treasure Gallery: 10 RMB
Clock Gallery: 10 RMB
Discount & Free Policies
Under 18 years old: Free (must book in advance)
Students: 20 RMB (all year round)
Seniors (60+): Half price
Peak season: 30 RMB
Off-season: 20 RMB
Disabled people, retired soldiers: Free
Important Booking Rules
No on-site ticket sales. All tickets must be booked online 7 days in advance.
Closed on every Monday (except Chinese public holidays).