Anime Inspired Beijing Palace Tour with Pop Cultur

1st stop: 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. To enter, tickets must be purchased in advance through the official website, or you can entrust me to purchase the tickets for you. Your passport number is required to book the ticket on the official website. At the venue, you can enter by presenting your passport. Once the booking is done, I will send you a screenshot of the confirmation.

2nd stop: Hall of Great Harmony

The grand hall where emperors conducted state affairs — often depicted in anime scenes as the center of royal power.

3rd stop: 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.

4th stop: 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.

5th stop: 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.

6th stop: 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.

7th stop: Huawei Shopping Mall

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.

The last stop: 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.