Summer Palace Tickets

Overview

Discover the Summer Palace, Beijing’s best-preserved royal garden and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With your reserved ticket, skip the long lines and enjoy direct entry to explore Kunming Lake, Long Corridor, Marble Boat, and Seventeen-Arch Bridge. Highlights Stroll through imperial gardens and lakeside pavilions. Climb the Tower of Buddhist Incense for panoramic views. Perfect for history lovers, families, and photography. Ticket Options Standard Ticket: Includes gardens, Kunming Lake, and main landmarks. Combo Ticket: Adds Tower of Buddhist Incense, Suzhou Street, and Garden of Virtue and Harmony for a deeper experience. Please note: Seniors 60+ are free admission(passport required). Suggested Route Enter via New Palace Gate, walk along the lake, visit key sights, then exit at North Palace Gate. Easy Entry Your QR code ticket will be sent via the booking platform. Simply scan at the gate—no paper ticket needed. If unconfirmed, our support team will follow up via WhatsApp.

Itinerary

1. Palais d’été

   The Summer Palace is more than just a garden—it’s a living museum of Chinese history and culture. Visitors can: Stroll the Long Corridor, the world’s longest painted gallery, filled with colorful murals. Walk across the Seventeen-Arch Bridge, one of Beijing’s most photographed spots. Take a boat ride on Kunming Lake and enjoy peaceful water views surrounded by temples and pavilions. Climb the Tower of Buddhist Incense for sweeping views of the entire palace grounds and Beijing’s skyline. Discover Suzhou Street, a re-creation of a traditional riverside market, perfect for cultural snapshots. Relax in garden teahouses, taste local snacks, or simply enjoy the tranquil lakeside atmosphere. Whether you love history, nature, photography, or a relaxing cultural escape, the Summer Palace offers an unforgettable Beijing experience.

   · 3 h· Admission included

How to use your ticket

Ticket handed over by the operator on site

Ticket Notice: Tickets are usually issued no earlier than 7 days before your visit date. Once your ticket QR code is ready, we’ll send it to you via in-platform message as soon as possible — please keep an eye on your order updates. If you haven’t received the ticket QR code by the day before your visit, please contact us promptly on WhatsApp: +86 18854068088 for assistance.

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What to know before you go

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• You will receive confirmation immediately when you book.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

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

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

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