The Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square both require real-name reservations 7 days in advance via official platforms (the Forbidden City sells tickets exclusively online with passport information; Tiananmen Square is free but requires booking). Badaling Great Wall does not need reservations, though advance ticketing is recommended during peak crowds. Badaling cable cars accept foreign card payments (VISA/MasterCard), as well as Alipay/WeChat Pay. For assistance with reservations, bilingual guiding, or private car services to Badaling, contact service@intotravelchina.com for customized itineraries including express access to attractions and payment support.