Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site Summer Palace (Yiheyuan) at your own pace with pre-booked entry tickets. Two ticket options available: Standard Main Gate Ticket or Combined Full Access Ticket. No guided tour, no transportation service provided. Ticket Options: Standard Main Gate Ticket: Includes main entrance access to gardens, Kunming Lake, Long Corridor, Marble Boat and outdoor areas. Excludes Tower of Buddhist Incense, Dehe Garden, Suzhou Street, Wenchang Gallery. Combined Full Access Ticket: Includes main entrance + all inner paid attractions: Tower of Buddhist Incense, Dehe Garden, Suzhou Street, Wenchang Gallery. Included: Valid entry ticket (selected option), digital QR code entry, advance reservation. Not included: Tour guide service, any transportation, boat rides, meals, drinks, personal expenses.
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Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site Summer Palace (Yiheyuan), Beijing’s iconic imperial garden, at your own pace with flexible pre-booked tickets. Choose between Standard Main Gate Ticket or All-Inclusive Combined Ticket to access core inner attractions. No guided service, no transportation provided—pure entry ticket for self-guided exploration.
Tower of Buddhist Incense (Foxiangge) As the iconic landmark of the Summer Palace, this magnificent tower sits prominently on the slopes of Longevity Hill. · Highlights: Visitors can climb this three-story, octagonal structure for unparalleled panoramic views of Kunming Lake and the entire palace complex. · What's Inside: The tower houses a renowned 5-meter-tall bronze statue of the Thousand-Hand Guanyin (Avalokitesvara), cast during the Ming Dynasty. · Best For: Photography enthusiasts and those seeking the quintessential Summer Palace vista.
The Long Corridor (Changlang) Stretching gracefully for 728 meters along the northern shore of Kunming Lake, the Long Corridor is not a pathway but a masterpiece of architectural painting. Designated as a world cultural heritage site, it serves as a covered walkway connecting the eastern residential areas with the western hills.
Suzhou Market Street (Suzhou Jie) Tucked away along the quiet Back Lake, this is a charming replica of a traditional waterside marketplace in Jiangnan (south of the Yangtze River). · Highlights: Experience an "immersive" stroll through a recreated 18th-century commercial street. "Suspended" over the water, it features small shops, tearooms, and vendors in period costume lining the banks. · Unique Feature: It is the only known example of an imperial "market street" within a Chinese royal garden, designed so the emperor and his court could experience the bustle of a real city without leaving the palace. · Access: Visitors can walk along the banks or take a short boat ride on the canal.
Garden of Virtuous Harmony (Deheyuan) This complex served as the private theater district of the court, centered around the Dowager Empress Cixi’s love for opera. · Highlights: The centerpiece is the three-story Grand Opera House, the largest and most well-preserved ancient stage in China. It features unique underground wells and an overhead pulley system for special effects. · What's Inside: Explore the main viewing hall (Yile Hall) where Cixi sat, and the elaborate backstage areas. · Best For: History buffs and those interested in imperial entertainment and architecture.
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Beijing Summer Palace Admission Ticket | Main Gate & Combo Pass lasts about 2–6 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
Prices start at $11 per person for this Beijing experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 6:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 3:00 PM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Self guided tour, excluding vehicle and tour guide services. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by NextStop Travel.
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What an unbelievable place this is.....we visited on a weekend and it was busy but that made no difference! If your in beijing this is a must see
Thank you so much for your five-star review! We’re delighted you had a fantastic time exploring the Summer Palace despite the weekend crowds. It’s always wonderful to hear our guests regard this spot as a Beijing must-see. Enjoy the rest of your travels!
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