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Explore Beijing's Iconic Confucius Temple

Step into a world of ancient wisdom and profound tranquility at the historic Confucius Temple in Beijing. Immerse yourself in authentic Chinese culture through expertly guided walking tours, private cultural excursions, and immersive historical sightseeing. Whether you are exploring the sacred architecture, wandering through traditional Hutongs, or enjoying a curated food tour, this landmark offers an unparalleled spiritual journey. Discover the essence of Confucian philosophy and witness Beijing's rich heritage firsthand. Book your unforgettable cultural adventure today and experience one of China's most significant historical attractions.

4.76/5 visitor ratingTours from $7.5445 unique experiences71% private tour options

At a glance

Rating

Rating

4.76★ average

Based on 439 pooled reviews with ~94% positive sentiment

Tour Price

Tour Price

$55–$188 typical

Median price is $129, with a full spread of $8–$453

Tour Length

Tour Length

3–10 hours typical

Median duration is 8 hours

Best Value

Best Value

Cultural Tours

Averages 4.95★ at $111 per person

Tour Format

Tour Format

71% Private Tours

71% of options also offer free cancellation

Languages

Languages

7 languages available

Includes English, Chinese, Spanish, Zh-Tw, German, French, and Italian

51 Products

Beijing Hutong Breakfast Food Tour

Beijing Hutong Breakfast Food Tour

3 hrsFree cancellationLikely to sell out
4.93 (120 reviews)
94.82%
5.18%
excellent dishesamazinggreat experience
Viator
$55
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Beijing Hutong Breakfast Food Tour
Summary

A stroll through Beijing’s Hutongs are recommended to every visitor to the capital, but locals know that “there are as many hutongs as there are hairs on an ox” around the city. The best way to get to know the most scenic twisting backstreets that locals call home is by eating your way through them,...

Inclusions
  • Guide fee
  • Post-tour welcome packet with helpful restaurant recommendations, local travel tips & so much more to help make your stay in Beijing easy & fun
  • Soft drinks
Exclusions
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
  • UnTour Beijing Food Tours
  • Lama Temple (Yonghegong)
  • Hutong Tour
  • Temple of Confucius and Guozijian Museum
  • Bell and Drum Towers
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking by emailing - advanced notice is required to be able to cater to any dietary restrictions
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Private Flexible Beijing City In-Depth Walking Tour w/ Your Fancy

Private Flexible Beijing City In-Depth Walking Tour w/ Your Fancy

8 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
5 (16 reviews)
90.82%
9.18%
Excellentrecommendedwell-informed
Viator
$106
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Private Flexible Beijing City In-Depth Walking Tour w/ Your Fancy
Summary

This fully-customizable private sightseeing tour offers you a wonderful Beijing city attraction experience in a free style. Visit top attractions like Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Jingshan Park, Lama Temple, Hutongs, Summer Palace and some shopping market and etc. Choose 3 to ...

Inclusions
  • Transportaion (check with your booking)
  • Private English-speaking guide
Exclusions
  • Meals (lunch & dinner)
  • Gratuity to the guide and driver
  • All entrance tickets to the sights
Itinerary
  • Tiananmen Square
  • The Palace Museum
  • Jingshan Park
  • Lama Temple (Yonghegong)
  • Temple of Confucius and Guozijian Museum
  • Wudaoying Hutong
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Children must be accompanied by an adult, Infant (1-3 years old) are free providing they do not occupy a seat, Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately, Please wear comfortable walking shoes, Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Summer Palace, Hutong Rickshaw, Lama and Confucius Temple Tour

Summer Palace, Hutong Rickshaw, Lama and Confucius Temple Tour

8 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
5 (11 reviews)
100%
0%
wonderfulextremely knowledgablekind
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$181
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Summer Palace, Hutong Rickshaw, Lama and Confucius Temple Tour
Summary

Enjoy a fabulous day in Beijing to see famous attractions such as Summer Palace, and Lama Temple. Experience the interesting Rickshaw at Hutong, ( Beijing old neighborhood ) and Houhai Lake area. In addition, see the Confucius and imperial college . This 8-hour private tour includes tasty local Peki...

Inclusions
  • Professional English/ Spanish/ French/ German speaking guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • All sights entrance fee
  • Comfortable air-conditioned car
  • Famous peking duck lunch
  • Bottle of water
Exclusions
  • Gratuities ( Recommended )
Itinerary
  • Summer Palace
  • Hutong Tour
  • Lama Temple (Yonghegong)
  • Temple of Confucius and Guozijian Museum
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Specialized infant seats are available, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Lama Temple & Confucius Temple – Tickets or Guided Tour Service

Lama Temple & Confucius Temple – Tickets or Guided Tour Service

4 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
5 (10 reviews)
100%
0%
Great!thoroughly recommendwonderful place
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$7
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Lama Temple & Confucius Temple – Tickets or Guided Tour Service
Summary

A Beijing half-day tour lasts approximately 4 hours, with pickup and drop-off available at your downtown Beijing hotel. Many business travelers only have limited half-day leisure time to explore Beijing’s attractions, and our half-day tour packages are specially designed to meet this demand. The inc...

Inclusions
  • Taxi or Uber or private van or coach for groups over 5 pax (not included in the ticket-only option)
  • Entrance ticket
  • Professional guide service (not included in the ticket-only option)
Exclusions
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
Itinerary
  • Lama Temple (Yonghegong)
  • Temple of Confucius and Guozijian Museum
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Specialized infant seats are available, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Children must be accompanied by an adult., If you have booked the ticket-only option, please download the ticket QR code we sent you in advance and head to the attraction on your own.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Beijing: Lama Temple, Confucius Temple and Guozijian Museum

Beijing: Lama Temple, Confucius Temple and Guozijian Museum

4 hrs
4.98 (28 reviews)
GetYourGuide
$80$89
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Beijing: Lama Temple, Confucius Temple and Guozijian Museum
Summary

Enjoy a half day guided tour to visit two of Beijing’s most iconic temples: Lama Temple and Confucius Temple. Learn about the architecture, beliefs and local heritage of the sites from your tour guide

4-Hour Private Tour: Lama Temple, Confucius Temple, Guozijian Museum with Dim Sum

4-Hour Private Tour: Lama Temple, Confucius Temple, Guozijian Museum with Dim Sum

4 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.9 (21 reviews)
92.95%
7.05%
very goodperfect Tour Guidemake another tour with you
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$108
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4-Hour Private Tour: Lama Temple, Confucius Temple, Guozijian Museum with Dim Sum
Summary

4-Hour Exclusive Beijing Temple Tour: Escape the crowds to explore two serene, lesser-known gems – the sacred Lama Temple and the scholarly Confucius Temple, linked to the ancient Imperial College (China’s top imperial university) for an intimate cultural immersion. Led by a local expert guide, yo...

Inclusions
  • Professional guide
  • Private Transfer if choose the related option
  • Entrance Fee
  • Dim Sum Lunch or Dinner
Exclusions
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Transportation fee if you choose the option without transfer
Itinerary
  • Lama Temple (Yonghegong)
  • Temple of Confucius and Guozijian Museum
  • Guo Zi Jian (The Imperial College)
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Infant meals not included, Children must be accompanied by an adult, Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

2-Day Beijing Highlights Tour with Peking Duck

2-Day Beijing Highlights Tour with Peking Duck

2 daysPrivate tour
4.89 (44 reviews)
GetYourGuide
$313$348
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2-Day Beijing Highlights Tour with Peking Duck
Summary

Discover Beijing’s must-see attractions on an all-inclusive 2-day tour. Explore at your own pace with an English-speaking guide and private car, enjoying history, culture, and the iconic Peking duck.

Beijing: Confucius Temple and the Impercial College E-ticket

Beijing: Confucius Temple and the Impercial College E-ticket

4.37 (135 reviews)
GetYourGuide
$7
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Beijing: Confucius Temple and the Impercial College E-ticket
Summary

Purchase tickets for Beijing Confucian Temple and Imperial College in advance to ensure you can enter the park on the selected date and time without worrying about the risk of tickets being sold out.

Confucius Temple&Imperial College: Entry Ticket+Audio Guide

Confucius Temple&Imperial College: Entry Ticket+Audio Guide

4.62 (8 reviews)
GetYourGuide
$9
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Confucius Temple&Imperial College: Entry Ticket+Audio Guide
Summary

Visit Beijing’s Confucius Temple and Imperial College with an entry ticket and multilingual audio guide. It becomes rewarding once you understand its stories, rituals, and imperial education history.

Beijing lama Temple Or Confucius Temple Tickets Reservation

Beijing lama Temple Or Confucius Temple Tickets Reservation

2 hrs
4.9 (8 reviews)
GetYourGuide
$16
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Beijing lama Temple Or Confucius Temple Tickets Reservation
Summary

By booking tickets for the lama temple or Confucius Temple before your tour, you can avoid the crowded groups of tourists and explore this wonderful highlights

Pairs well with

Landmarks travelers visit on the same route as Confucius Temple.

Lama Temple (Yonghegong)
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Lama Temple (Yonghegong)

250 m away • from $3.82

Bell Tower (Zhonglou)
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Bell Tower (Zhonglou)

1.1 km away • from $9.05

Nanluoguxiang
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Nanluoguxiang

1.5 km away • from $12

Drum Tower (Gulou)
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Drum Tower (Gulou)

1.7 km away • from $2.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to the most common questions travelers ask before visiting.

The options we compare are heavily weighted toward personalized experiences, as 77% of the 65 listings are private tours. While most travelers opt for these more intimate settings, you can find a variety of formats depending on your interests.

Prices vary significantly based on the level of customization and duration. Among the tours we compare, the typical price range is between $77–$235, though you may find premium options reaching up to $532.

Yes, the feedback is overwhelmingly positive. Across 415 pooled reviews from various booking platforms, the landmark holds an average rating of 4.74★. Travelers frequently describe their experiences as amazing and excellent, with many specifically highlighting the quality of the tour guides and even the excellent dishes included in some itineraries.

Most experiences are quite substantial, typically lasting between 3–10 hours. The median duration for the options we compare is approximately 8 hours, so it is best to plan for a significant portion of your day.

Yes, there is great variety in language options. Among the available listings, tours are offered in 8 different languages: English, Chinese, Spanish, French, Zh-Tw, German, Russian, and Japanese.

Flexibility is common when booking through the platforms we compare. Roughly 78% of the options offer free cancellation, allowing you to adjust your plans if your itinerary changes.

If you are looking to travel more sustainably, about 29% of the tours we compare are tagged as eco-friendly.

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