Beijing: Summer Palace Entry Ticket (Main Entry/ Combined Ticket)
At a glance
Beijing: Summer Palace Entry Ticket (Main Entry/ Combined Ticket) is a 2h – 3h guided experience in Beijing, China, operated by Travel China Guide. Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 51 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $8.90 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Combined Ticket includes the inside gardens. (Inside gardens don't open on Mondays), IMPORTANT: Free of charge for children under 6 or seniors 60 and 60+. Only show passport on-site., IMPORTANT: Use only the QR code we send you. Reference No. or barcodes are invalid..
Highlights
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h – 3h
- Group
- Shared tour
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
The Summer Palace is a must-see site in Beijing, and we offer two ticket types for your visit:
1. Combined Ticket
This ticket includes main gate entry and access to the major interior sights: Dehe Garden, Suzhou Street, Tower of Buddhist Incense, and Wenchang Gallery. You may enter anytime between 6:30 and 15:30, and stay inside the park until closing time.
2. Main Entrance Ticket
This ticket grants access to the general park area only. It’s a great choice if you prefer to stroll around the lake, admire the grand landscape, and see the exterior architecture without entering the paid interior venues.
What's included
What's included
- Combined Ticket includes the inside gardens. (Inside gardens don't open on Mondays)
- IMPORTANT: Free of charge for children under 6 or seniors 60 and 60+. Only show passport on-site.
- IMPORTANT: Use only the QR code we send you. Reference No. or barcodes are invalid.
- Admission ticket to Summer Palace.
Not included
- No Guide Service.
- No Transportation.
- The boat ride on Kunming Lake.
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Opening Hours
April 1 - October 31: 6:00 - 19:00; Inside gardens: 8:00 to 17:30
November 1 - March 31: 6:30 - 18:00; Inside gardens: 8:30 to 16:30
As the largest and most well-preserved royal park in China, the Summer Palace ranked amongst the World Heritage Sites by UNESCO in year 1998. The garden greatly influences Chinese horticulture and landscape with its famous natural views and cultural interests, which also has long been recognized as 'The Museum of Royal Gardens'. Summer Palace radiates fully the natural beauty and the grandeur of royal gardens. Composed mainly of Longevity Hill and Kunming Lake, it owns over 3,000 man-made ancient structures, including pavilions, towers, bridges, corridors, etc.
The admission ticket only includes the main entrance. Combo ticket covers the entrance fee for Dehe Garden, Tower of Buddhist Incense, Wenchang Hall, Suzhou Street and Danning Hall.
Meeting point
Hotel pickup is offered for this experience.
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Opening Hours: April 1 - October 31: Entrance: 6:00 - 19:00; Inside gardens: 8:00 to 17:30.
- Opening Hours: November 1 - March 31: Entrance: 6:30 - 18:00; Inside gardens: 8:30 to 16:30.
- Tickets are only valid for the selected date.
- This is a pre-booking service. Tickets are released 7 days in advance, and confirmations will be sent upon issuance.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Beijing: Summer Palace Entry Ticket (Main Entry/ Combined Ticket) take?
The experience lasts about 2h – 3h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $8.90 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Combined Ticket includes the inside gardens. (Inside gardens don't open on Mondays); IMPORTANT: Free of charge for children under 6 or seniors 60 and 60+. Only show passport on-site.; IMPORTANT: Use only the QR code we send you. Reference No. or barcodes are invalid.; Admission ticket to Summer Palace..
Where does it start?
Hotel pickup is offered for this experience.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 51 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Beijing.
