Summer Palace

Royal Garden Museum · UNESCO World Heritage

Attraction Introduction

The Summer Palace was first built in 1750, originally named Qingyi Garden. It is the best-preserved imperial garden and palace, known as the "Royal Garden Museum." Based on Kunming Lake and Longevity Hill, it was modeled after Hangzhou's West Lake and incorporates Jiangnan garden design techniques.

In 1998, it was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. It is a national AAAAA tourist attraction.

Travel Guide

Opening Hours

06:00-20:00 (Peak Season)

07:00-19:00 (Off-peak Season)

Ticket Price

Entrance: 30 CNY; Combined: 60 CNY

Transport Guide

Subway Line 4 Beigongmen Station / Xiyuan Station

Travel Tips

  • Recommended visit: 4-5 hours
  • Must-see: Long Corridor, Tower of Buddhist Incense, Marble Boat, Seventeen-Arch Bridge
  • Boat tours available on the lake
Summer Palace Summer Palace Scenery Long Corridor
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