Beijing Summer Palace Entrance Ticket (with Optional Guided Service)
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Overview
No Beijing itinerary is complete without the Summer Palace—the city’s iconic imperial garden and a must-visit landmark. Securing tickets in advance can be a hassle, but we’re here to streamline your trip: book with us ahead of time, skip the long on-site queues, and explore this sprawling heritage site stress-free. Choose from two core ticket options tailored to your schedule: a regular ticket, perfect for a 1–2 hour visit to the main garden areas; or a combination ticket, ideal if you plan to stay 2 hours or longer and want access to the palace’s exclusive on-site museums (closed on Mondays). To make your journey even more convenient—especially since the Summer Palace is a distance from downtown—we also offer upgraded packages including a 2-hour guided tour, round-trip city transportation, or a fully inclusive bundle with tour, transfers and driver service.
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GET TICKETSTicket Options (6) Options Available
Option(s)
Regular Tickets No Guide
Regular Tickets No guide: Regular Tickets cover Summer Palace admission (no guide); museum access is charged separately. Scan your emailed QR code
Starting from
$5
Option(s)
Combination Entry - No Guide
Combination Entry-No Guide : Includes main entrance access and visits to the Museums inside the Summer Palace without guide.
Starting from
$7.80
Option(s)
Option3: Ticket+Transfer
Option3: Tickets+Transfer: Including Entrance Ticket and round trip private transfer from downtown hotel to the Summer Palace, service is for 4-5 hours
Starting from
$20
Option(s)
Option2:Regular Tickets+Guide
Option2:Regular Tickets+Guide : Including main entrance fee to the palace+2 hours guided tour. Meet your guide at the East Gate of the Summer Palace
Starting from
$28
Option(s)
Option4:Tickets+Guide+Transfer
Option4:Tickets+Guide+Transfer: A driver will pick you up from your downtown hotel & take you on a 2 hour guided tour, driver will safely transport you back.
Optio2:Combination Entry+Guide
Including the main entrance, extra gardens&museums in the palace, guided tour for 2 hours, afterwards you can explore museums
Starting from
$30
Ticket Information
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
What's Included
- Private Hotel Round Trip Transfer if you choose option 2 and option 4
- Combo ticket if you choose the option( Including extra gardens and museums inside the Summer Palace)
- English speaking tour guide if you choose option 2 and 3
- Regular Ticket(Main Entrance fee to the Summer Palace)
What's not Included
- Gratuites
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The ticket is only valid on the booked travel date. Please note that your reservation is not the actual admission ticket. You will receive a dedicated QR code from us separately, which serves as the valid entry pass—be sure to download it promptly.
- We will send you an email with the QR code ticket 5–7 days before your trip. Download the QR code in advance, and scan it directly to access the Summer Palace on your scheduled travel day.
- The Summer Palace is open daily all year round. However, the on-site museums—accessible only with a combined ticket—remain closed every Monday. For visitors planning a 2-hour visit, a standard ticket will be more than sufficient.
- Please scan the QR code we have send to you at any of the main entrance to get into the Summer Palace.
- Senior is free of charge, but you have to show passport with your date of birth on the spot and explain to them yourself.
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