Private Tour
Beijing Summer Palace Entrance Ticket (with Optional Guided Service)
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
Planning your visit to Beijing is not easy, especially you have to book all attraction tickets in advance now. Let us make your trip easy, stress-free by reserving your Summer Palace tickets before you travel, you can bypass the crowds and explore the massive garden independently. Book regular admission which covers the main entrance fee, or choose combination entry to discover the extra gardens and museums inside the Summer Palace. Of course, you can upgrade for a guided tour to learn the histories and stories about the palace.(Please note tickets will be send 5 days before the travel date)
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 day you book to travel.
The pick up location is in front of the East Palace Gate 东宫门 if you choose the option to including a tour guide
You will receive the instant confirmation but it cannot be used for admission.
You will receive a separate email from Discover Beijing Tours with confirmation and QR code within 24 hours.
Please scan the QR code at any of the main entrance to get into the site.
We will send QR code to you 5-6 days before your travel date
Senior is free of charge, but you have to show passport with your date of birth on the spot and explain to them yourself.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
English speaking tour guide if the related option been selected
Combo ticket if you choose the option( Including extra gardens and museums inside the Summer Palace)
Regular Ticket(Main Entrance fee to the Summer Palace)
Gratuites
What To Expect
Summer Palace (Yiheyuan)
Situated in the northwest of Beijing City, Summer Palace is the largest and most well-preserved royal garden in China, it famous for its natural views and cultural interests, the palace has long been recognized as 'The Museum of Royal Gardens'. Summer Palace composed by the Longevity Hill and Kunming Lake, it has over 3,000 ancient structures, including pavilions, towers, bridges, corridors, etc.
Hall of Benevolence and Longevity
It’s a good idea to book your tickets in advance, particularly in peak season. Choose your preferred date and time slot for the visit and your tickets will be sent to your email. When you arrive at the Summer Palace you’ll be able to enter without delay.
Options
Regular Tickets+Guide
Including main entrance fee to the palace+1-1.5 hours guided tour, guide will accompany you all the way and tell stories
Regular Ticket + Transfer
Please offer your hotel detail: Please offer your hotel detail for this private tour
Regular Ticket + Transfer: Including Regular Ticket and round trip private transfer from downtown hotel to the Summer Palace, service is for 4-5 hours
Tickets +Guide+Transfer
Please offer your hotel detail: Please offer your hotel detail for this private tour
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
Combination Entry+Guide
Including the main entrance, extra gardens&museums in the palace, guided tour for 1.5-2 hours, guide will explain stories
Combination Entry - No Guide
Combination Entry-No Guide : You can enter any time between 8:00-17:00 and visit different museums in the park. No Guide and No tour just tickets
Regular Tickets No Guide
Regular Tickets No guide: Including the main entrance fee to the Summer Palace, you can explore the palace on your own, no tour guide.
Reviews
108 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing, personal service
Ross C,
Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I did not expect to have a personal driver for the day, and a former tour guide at that! Li Qingshan was excellent, bringing me to the Summer Palace, and offering to go to the Great Wall. I didn't have time for that but when we came back into Beijing we made a brief stop at the Bird's Nest and Olympic park, and then did a tea ceremony too! He really impressed me with his historical knowledge and was very excited to share his city with me.
If you get the chance to do this tour, definitely ask for Miko—you won’t regret it!
Sid TA14,
Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was easily the best tour we did in China, and that’s all thanks to our amazing guide, Miko. He brought the history of the Chinese dynasties and the Summer Palace to life with stories and details that were fascinating without ever feeling dry or overwhelming. From start to finish, his service was exceptional—he helped us find our way to the meeting point, made sure everything ran smoothly, and even took the time afterward to give us great tips on how to make the most of the rest of our day.
Awesome experience
Culture26918543207,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Summer Palace was amazing and the expansiveness of the place was not what I imagined. I would highly recommend this tour.
Great guide
MiglioDavide,
Sep 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Andy is a fantastic tour guide for the Summer Palace, very knowledgeable and personable. We even got more time with him.
Confusing and terrible service
Gavin G,
Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00I couldn't redeem the tickets on the viator app. It said the provider will email them. The provide sent them on the day when we were already out and I had no access to wifi. So I had to buy new tickets.
beautiful
gannetteisb,
Sep 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Hired Andy as a private tour guide. Truly incredible experience, fantastic enthusiastic guide the whole way through could not have asked for a better experience
Great Wall Tour
Andrew S,
Sep 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00My wife and I had a fantastic experience with this tour. We were picked up directly from our hotel in a comfortable, air-conditioned car and dropped back off afterward, which made everything so convenient. Our guide, Lucy, was outstanding—knowledgeable, friendly, and spoke excellent English. We really enjoyed chatting with her throughout the day. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone.
Summer Palace
CarlJoseph R,
Aug 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Pre-booked tickets from UK with guide option but pleased we decided to explore on our own as nice to go at our own pace and everything was easy to find. The highlight was the boating lake which was peaceful and offered great views.
Great management by Viator
Paul J,
Jul 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very good experience. A wonderful place. It is advised to go first thing by the heat in summer. It's very worth it.
Meaningful & beautiful place
Florian W,
Jul 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing atmosphere, beautiful buildings and landscape. Ideologically meaningful place. Spent almost 6 hours there.
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