Summer Palace Highlight Walking Tour
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Join us to explore the vast Summer Palace, spanning 300 hectares, equivalent to 500 football fields! It's 4.6 times bigger than the Forbidden City. Discover its grandeur properly with at least a 2.5-hour visit.
Join me at Exit C of Beigongmen Station on Metro Line 4. Look for the "Jack&James" sign. You'd better contact us on whatsapp, or wechat, after booking our freetour.
Explore the magnificent Summer Palace, the largest imperial garden in Haidian District, Beijing, spanning 290 hectares. Originally built in 1750, it was rebuilt by Empress Dowager Cixi in 1886 after its destruction in 1860.
We’ll visit Su Zhou Street, the Four Great Regions, Strolling Through a Picture Scroll, the Long Corridor, and the Marble Boat. You can explore a bit more on your own after we finish the 1.5-hour tour. Join us for an unforgettable journey through history!
Meeting point
Exit C, Beigongmen Subway Station, line 4.
Before you go
- Length
- About 1h 30min
- Languages
- English
- Usual start times
- 08:30, 09:00, 09:30 (Beijing time)
- Coming up
- 120 departures in 3 months, 112 this week
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 1h 30min.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Exit C, Beigongmen Subway Station, line 4.. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in English. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
120 departures are listed in the next three months, 112 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 08:30, 09:00 and 09:30. Times are local to Beijing.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Is it accessible?
The tour provider has added accessibility information for this tour. Check the details with them when you book, and tell your guide about any needs on the day.
Can I bring my dog?
The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.
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