Beijing Summer Palace Entrance Ticket (with Optional Guided Service)
Overview
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Mobile ticket
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.
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.
What To Expect
Summer Palace
Explore Beijing’s iconic imperial garden hassle-free with our four tailored packages, designed to fit every traveler’s needs and schedule: Package 1: Ticket-Only Service Choose between two ticket types, with your entry QR code delivered via email 5–7 days before your travel date—be sure to download it upon receipt, as this is your sole entry credential. Simply scan the QR code at the gate on your tour day, and note that the code is required at every checkpoint within the palace grounds. Regular Ticket: Perfect for a 1–2 hour visit, granting access to the Summer Palace’s core scenic areas, including its iconic lakes and pavilions. Combination Ticket: Ideal for stays of 2 hours or longer, unlocking entry to exclusive attractions like the Grand Opera House, Tower of Buddhist Incense, Suzhou Street, and the Summer Palace Museum (please note these sites are closed on Mondays).
Hall of Benevolence and Longevity
Elevate your visit with a knowledgeable local guide who will meet you at the East Gate of the Summer Palace. You can opt for either a regular or combination ticket with this package. Over two informative hours, your guide will lead you through the garden’s most celebrated landmarks, including the opulent Hall of Joyful Longevity, the majestic Hall of Benevolence and Longevity, the world-famous Long Corridor adorned with intricate paintings, and the iconic Marble Boat floating serenely on Kunming Lake. They’ll share vivid historical anecdotes and lesser-known facts about each site, bringing the Summer Palace’s royal legacy to life. After the guided session, you’re free to explore the on-site museums or wander the garden at your own pace.
Options
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
Combination Entry - No Guide
Combination Entry-No Guide : Includes main entrance access and visits to the Museums inside the Summer Palace without guide.
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
Optio2:Combination Entry+Guide
Including the main entrance, extra gardens&museums in the palace, guided tour for 2 hours, afterwards you can explore museums
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.
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
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)
Gratuites
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
133 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best guide
308patriciau,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Cassie was fabulous. Very personable, funny and knowledgeable. I would do more tours with her.
Summer Palace
Robert M,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We were picked up at our hotel by Su Debin. Although he spoke little English we conversed through a translation app. He was really great alerting us to landmarks as we drove. He dropped us off and helped us with entry into the Summer Palace. Once we finished touring he met us at the exit and then took us by the Beijing Olympic sites Berds Nest and the Cube. All in all it was a great overall experience. Thank you Su Debin.
Fully recommended
247nathanq,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Moko was a superb guide, with all round fantastic knowledge of the summer palace, and also provided further recommendations for Beijing as well. A thoroughly enjoyable experience.
Allen was our tour guide...
Martina M,May 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Allen was our tour guide for visiting the Summer Palace and we couldn’t have wished for a better person. He was very competent, he taught us a lot about Chinese history and he was very kind and patient with our questions. Being our first day in China he helped us with the first difficulties on top of being our guide. We for sure recommend him!
Xing Jian was great and...
Pranav P,May 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Xing Jian was great and let me take my own time to explore the summer palace. He was punctual on pick up.
The summer palace is a...
Omri F,May 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00The summer palace is a beautiful place. Note that on Mondays while the garden is open some of the attractions & museums on site are closed. But if doesn't mean they won't prevent from you to purchase access to all attraction even if you cannot use them
Excellent service to book Summer Palace tickets
Paolo A,May 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent service to book tickets for the Summar Palace in advance. Precise, punctual, all the information have been shared timely and effectively.
Superb independent visit
Olivier L,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The service was only for the entrance ticket but all the monuments could be accessed.
George was a great tour...
Joshua B,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00George was a great tour guide! The whole family had a fun time at the beautiful Summer Palace. Would definitely recommend.
Great tour!
Eldon K,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience with Albert. Very knowledgeable tour guide. Met us on time at the gate. Communicated easily by WhatsApp.
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