Beijing: Summer Palace Private Walking Tour (with Admission Ticket)

Imperial Garden, Summer Palace

As the name Summer Palace suggests, the Summer Palace is an imperial villa garden, and is famous as the summer villa of Empress Dowager Cixi of China. The Summer Palace, which Empress Dowager Cixi loved so much that she moved her residence here, is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy your vacation in the largest and best-preserved imperial garden in China!

The Summer Palace loved by Empress Dowager Cixi

The Summer Palace, which was burned down by the British army around the 17th century, was rebuilt by the Empress Dowager Cixi of the Qing Dynasty. Despite suffering another fire, its beauty still remains. It is the largest existing imperial garden in Beijing, and the mountains and lakes create a spectacular view, so it has been designated as a 5A-level scenic spot by the Chinese government.

Walk through lush landscapes with a knowledgeable guide, admire traditional Chinese architecture, and learn fascinating stories about Yongbieocheonga and her extraordinary life.

User Guide

The tour starts with meeting the guide at the meeting point. The meeting time will be determined based on the selected tour time. With the guide's explanation, you will learn about how Empress Dowager Cixi became a true ruler and her life. Walk around the large artificial lake and enjoy the beautiful natural scenery. The Summer Palace tour takes about 3 hours and returns to the meeting point to disperse.