Prices checked on Sep 11, 2026Things to do in Beijing
Visit two world cultural heritage sites Temple of heaven and Summer palace, to complete the perfect Beijing trip, either choose morning or afternoon accompanied with your expert guide give insider knowledge of each stop, make the half day tour more meaningful, hotel pick up and drop-off are included.
Visit the best preserved imperial garden -- Summer Palace in the morning or afternoon, listen the insider knowledge from your expert guide about the famous dragon lady Empress Dowager Cixi, learn about her extravagant life and the secret story behind, admire her opera house, birthday celebration rooms, the longest painted corridor as well as the beautiful Kunming Lake as well.
After, heading to see the landmark building from Beijing --- Temple of heaven, which became the largest worshiping structures from the world built by Ming and Qing emperors. Stroll in the park see local retired people play poker, chess, enjoy the peace moment.
Beijing Half day : Temple of heaven with Summer palace tour lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
Prices start at $125 per person for this Beijing experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup points include CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyH5BTPAFndK66IB/YW3NlJc=, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyCfRtICTuqFUDdhQwa1WTww=.
The experience is available in DE, RU, EN, IT, FR, ES.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Wheelchair accessible
Erica was our guide today for the Temple of Heaven and The Summer Palace. She was very knowledgeable about the history of both sights. Not only was she knowledgeable but she was so kind and patient while we asked lots of questions and took tons of pictures. I would highly recommend this tour.
What a great tour from Erica! Very knowledgeable guide and looked after us very well. Learnt a lot about Beijing, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a personal service and lovely tour.
What a great tour from Erica! Very knowledgeable guide and looked after us very well. Learnt a lot about Beijing, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a personal service and lovely tour.
Tracy was a wonderful, professional, knowledgeable tour guide and gave us good glimpse of China on our Day 1 . Her driver was on time and safe too
Beijing Mike was excellent and knowledgeable tour guide. He was especially attentive to our questions and imparted knowledge In a very easy to understand manner. He was caring about our movements on wet areas around Temple of Heaven and Summer palace. Great half day trip we would recommend you do and ask for Mike
Kelly was absolutely delightful and lovely. She was extremely knowledgeable about each of the places we visited and explained their historical significance. She was quite easy to understand. She also took many wonderful photos of us in various settings. We would highly recommend Kelly as a guide to anyone visiting Beijing.
I’m so glad I did the summer palace and temple of heaven tours. My guide Erica was terrific. Very knowledgeable and just the right amount of time to enjoy the experience. I’m thinking about going back to the temple of heaven for the night tour. It must be amazing lit up!
herbie our guide was extremely knowledgeable he explained everything very clearly and interestin. he answered all our questions. he is one of the best guides we ever had.
Great tour, saw best of the 2 Beijing historical sites!!! Kathy our tour guide was warm friendly humorous and knowledgeable, providing lots of information and interesting facts along the way, amazing and passionate guide!!! Transport was a luxurious air conditioned car with plenty of water provided.Driver was also very friendly and welcoming, highly recommended for family tour !!!
Excellent Tour ! #1 A great half day tour for the family, with an exceptional tour guide Cathy and driver Zhang around the city to the Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven!!! Cathy shared so many historical Chinese stories, and loved explaining each placel!! This is a great tour for anyone visiting Beijing. We loved it very much!!! Highly recommend to everyone!!!
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| Beijing Half day : Temple of heaven with Summer palace tour | 4 hours | 5.0 (23) | $125 | |
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