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Dawn Run for History and Harmony in the Forbidden City

City Tours
Digital
120 minutes
English
  1. Historical and Cultural Immersion: Experience the Forbidden City's 600-year heritage during your morning run while traversing streets steeped in Beijing's charm—like stepping through time.
  2. Suitable Exercise Experience: A thoughtfully designed 8km route (two 4km laps) with a recommended pace of 6-7 minutes per kilometer. Perfect for beginner and intermediate runners, with flexibility to run at your own pace.
  3. Unique Culinary Experience: Savor traditional Old Beijing breakfast at a historic 97-year-old shop, with an optional douzhir challenge—a genuine taste of Beijing's food culture.

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Dawn Run for History and Harmony in the Forbidden City

FromAUD $46.88Per Person

What's included in Dawn Run for History and Harmony in the Forbidden City

(Subject to Option Inclusions)

We'll meet at Exit B of Jinyuhuton Station on Metro Line 8 at 6:30 AM. After gathering, we'll warm up while walking, then begin our run around the Forbidden City's Corner Towers for 2 laps, each approximately 4km. We'll maintain a pace of 6-7 minutes per kilometer, suitable for both beginner and intermediate runners. Of course, you're welcome to run at your own comfortable pace. Afterward, we'll regroup at the Corner Tower and head to a 97-year-old breakfast shop to savor authentic Old Beijing breakfast, experiencing the capital's unique food culture. We've also arranged an optional douzhir (fermented mung bean juice) challenge for those interested in experiencing this distinctive Beijing flavor.

Inclusions

  • Bottled water
  • Breakfast
  • Gratuities
  • Please note: This tour takes place outside the Forbidden City only, and does not include admission tickets to the palace complex.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Meet

Pickup and Dropoff

You will make your own way to the meeting points

Meeting / End Points

  • Exit B of Jinyuhuton Station on Metro Line 8

Redeem

Ticket Redemption

Direct access

Operator

Wonder Locals