Beijing Old Summer Palace Yuan Ming Yuan Park Ticket
Beijing, China

Beijing Old Summer Palace Yuan Ming Yuan Park Ticket

Outty Ranking 5224 hoursFrom $63
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52/100

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Is Beijing Old Summer Palace Yuan Ming Yuan Park Ticket worth booking?

Beijing Old Summer Palace Yuan Ming Yuan Park Ticket is a 24-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $63 per person. It scores 52 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
52 / 100
Rating
Not yet rated
Duration
24 hours
From
$63 per person

IMPORTANT ENTRY POLICY - PLEASE READ: 1. OFFICIAL TICKET + ID REQUIRED: The platform booking voucher is NOT valid for entry. You must present BOTH the Official E-Ticket and your ORIGINAL Passport/ID to the staff for direct verification. 2. DELIVERY TIMELINE: We will send your Official E-Tickets to your email and platform inbox within 7 days before your visit. Secure your entry to Beijing's iconic Old Summer Palace (Yuan Ming Yuan Park) and step into a poignant landscape echoing imperial grandeur. Your ticket grants you direct access to these vast historic grounds, offering an immersive journey through serene gardens, tranquil lakes, and the solemn beauty of its magnificent ruins. • Explore the vast and historically significant grounds of an imperial garden masterpiece. • Walk through a site of profound historical and cultural importance.

What you get

    About this experience

    IMPORTANT ENTRY POLICY - PLEASE READ: 1. OFFICIAL TICKET + ID REQUIRED: The platform booking voucher is NOT valid for entry. You must present BOTH the Official E-Ticket and your ORIGINAL Passport/ID to the staff for direct verification. 2. DELIVERY TIMELINE: We will send your Official E-Tickets to your email and platform inbox within 7 days before your visit. Secure your entry to Beijing's iconic Old Summer Palace (Yuan Ming Yuan Park) and step into a poignant landscape echoing imperial grandeur. Your ticket grants you direct access to these vast historic grounds, offering an immersive journey through serene gardens, tranquil lakes, and the solemn beauty of its magnificent ruins. • Explore the vast and historically significant grounds of an imperial garden masterpiece. • Walk through a site of profound historical and cultural importance.

    What's included

    Included

    • 1.3 Ticket for the sand table panorama model exhibition
    • 2.3 Ticket for the sand table panorama model exhibition
    • Option 1: Adult Ticket Morning Session 【8:00-12:00】
    • 2.2 Ticket for the Xiyanglou Relics Area,
    • 1.2 Ticket for the Xiyanglou Relics Area,
    • 1.1 One Old Summer Palace pass
    • 2.1 One Old Summer Palace pass
    • Option 2: Adult Ticket Afternoon Session 【12:00-16:30】

    Not included

    • Other personal expenses

    What you'll see and do

    1. Old Summer Palace (yuan Ming Yuan)

      The Old Summer Palace, a royal garden that harmoniously blended Chinese and European landscape arts, now stands as a poignant narrator of history through its crumbling walls and shattered pillars. Wander the Grand Waterfall ruins, tracing time’s imprint on weathered carved balustrades and jade-inlaid steps, where fractured Baroque columns and white marble bases bear scars of cultural collision. Willows along the West Dyke caress the remnants of Western-style buildings, as the crimson sunset illuminates the void left by the missing zodiac statues in the Hall of Calm Seas—every inch of earth interrogates the duality of imperial glory and catastrophic decline. Here, amid ruins, we rediscover civilization’s fragility, and in desolate beauty, glimpse eternity’s persistence.

      Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Old Summer Palace (yuan Ming Yuan)

    No. 28, Tsinghua West Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100193, China

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Old Summer Palace (yuan Ming Yuan) · No. 28, Tsinghua West Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100193, China

    Options you can book

    • Adult Ticket Afternoon Session

      Afternoon Session 12:00-16:30

    • Adult Ticket Morning Session

      Morning Session8:00-12:00

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 10 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Caiyi Travel

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Please note that tickets for the Old Summer Palace are time-slotted for either the morning or afternoon—make sure to select the correct entry time when booking.
    • Tickets will be sent to you via email 3-5 days prior to your travel date, please check your email and spam folder!

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    Good to know

    Duration
    24 hours
    Free cancellation
    Non-refundable
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    0
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Caiyi Travel, who run 98 experiences we rank across 13 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 50.6.

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    Why this scores 52

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)91
    Review evidence (18% weight)0
    Booking momentum (14% weight)0
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)50
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

    Beijing Old Summer Palace Yuan Ming Yuan Park Ticket: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.

    How much does Beijing Old Summer Palace Yuan Ming Yuan Park Ticket cost?

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    Prices start at $63 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Beijing usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Beijing Old Summer Palace Yuan Ming Yuan Park Ticket take?

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    Plan for about 24 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Beijing is not rushed.

    Is Beijing Old Summer Palace Yuan Ming Yuan Park Ticket worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 52 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Beijing, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Beijing Old Summer Palace Yuan Ming Yuan Park Ticket?

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    No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.

    Is Beijing Old Summer Palace Yuan Ming Yuan Park Ticket suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 24-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Beijing Old Summer Palace Yuan Ming Yuan Park Ticket?

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    Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Beijing can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Beijing and add a light layer if any part of the 24-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Beijing Old Summer Palace Yuan Ming Yuan Park Ticket start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Beijing within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Beijing?

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    On Outty we rank every Beijing experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Temple Heaven, Lama Temple, Summer Palace & Peking Duck Bus Tour, Beijing Mutianyu Great Wall Sightseeing Full-day Group Tours, Mubus: Mutianyu Great Wall Bus Tour with Summer Palace Options. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Beijing?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Beijing?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Beijing Old Summer Palace Yuan Ming Yuan Park Ticket?

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    Included: 1.3 Ticket for the sand table panorama model exhibition; 2.3 Ticket for the sand table panorama model exhibition; Option 1: Adult Ticket Morning Session 【8:00-12:00】; 2.2 Ticket for the Xiyanglou Relics Area,; and 1.2 Ticket for the Xiyanglou Relics Area,. Not included: Other personal expenses. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Beijing Old Summer Palace Yuan Ming Yuan Park Ticket?

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    The experience starts at Old Summer Palace (yuan Ming Yuan), No. 28, Tsinghua West Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100193, China. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Beijing Old Summer Palace Yuan Ming Yuan Park Ticket?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Beijing Old Summer Palace Yuan Ming Yuan Park Ticket wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Beijing Old Summer Palace Yuan Ming Yuan Park Ticket if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Beijing. Standard cancellation terms apply.

    What booking options are available for Beijing Old Summer Palace Yuan Ming Yuan Park Ticket?

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    There are 2 options to choose from, including Adult Ticket Afternoon Session, Adult Ticket Morning Session. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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