Beijing Old Summer Palace Yuanmingyuan Admission Ticket in Beijing
Beijing, China

Beijing Old Summer Palace Yuanmingyuan Admission Ticket

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Is Beijing Old Summer Palace Yuanmingyuan Admission Ticket worth booking?

Beijing Old Summer Palace Yuanmingyuan Admission Ticket is a 0-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $71 per person. It scores 40 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.

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40 / 100
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Duration
0 hours
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$71 per person

Highlights · Explore one of Beijing’s most important imperial garden ruin sites at your own pace. · Walk through scenic park grounds, preserved ruins, and historic cultural areas. · lncludes access to the Xiyanglou Relic

What you get

  • Option 2: Ticket for the Xiyanglou Relics Area 【12:00PM-16:30PM】
  • 1.1 Ticket for the sand table panorama model exhibition
  • 2.1 Ticket for the sand table panorama model exhibition
  • Option 1: Ticket for the Xiyanglou Relics Area 【8:00AM-12:00PM】

About this experience

Highlights · Explore one of Beijing’s most important imperial garden ruin sites at your own pace. · Walk through scenic park grounds, preserved ruins, and historic cultural areas. · lncludes access to the Xiyanglou Relics Area and the sand table panorama model exhibition. About This Ticket Discover the Old Summer Palace independently for your selected morning or afternoon session. Once an imperial garden complex, Yuanmingyuan is now a spacious and atmospheric historic site where open landscapes, lakeside paths, and preserved ruins tell the story of Beijing’s past. This ticket is ideal for travelers who want a flexible visit without joining a guided tour. Take your time exploring the grounds, viewing the famous relics, and experiencing one of the city’s most meaningful cultural landmarks. Entry Reminder This ticket is valid only on your selected travel date and session. Please arrive within the time period shown for your chosen option.

What's included

Included

  • Option 2: Ticket for the Xiyanglou Relics Area 【12:00PM-16:30PM】
  • 1.1 Ticket for the sand table panorama model exhibition
  • 2.1 Ticket for the sand table panorama model exhibition
  • Option 1: Ticket for the Xiyanglou Relics Area 【8:00AM-12:00PM】

Not included

  • Transport, meals and beverages, and personal expenses

What you'll see and do

  1. Old Summer Palace (Yuanmingyuan)

    Visit the Old Summer Palace, also known as Yuanmingyuan, one of Beijing's most significant historic imperial garden sites. Explore scenic grounds, preserved ruins, classical garden landscapes, and exhibition areas at your own pace. Choose either a morning or afternoon admission session and enter during the selected time window.

    Admission included

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Old Summer Palace (Yuanmingyuan)

Qinghuan West Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100007, China

Hotel pickup

No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

Ends at

Old Summer Palace (Yuanmingyuan) · Qinghuan West Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100007, China

Options you can book

  • Afternoon Admission Ticket

  • Morning Admission Ticket

Before you book

Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Group size
Up to 10 travelers per booking
Operated by
YESing Travel

Know before you go

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Good to know

Duration
0 hours
Free cancellation
Non-refundable
Minimum age to book
18+
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Hotel pickup
No pickup, meet at start point
Booked in 30 days
0
Verdict
Worth a Look

Why this scores 40

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)0
Listing quality (10% weight)90
Local standing (8% weight)50
Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

Beijing Old Summer Palace Yuanmingyuan Admission Ticket: questions travelers ask

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

How much does Beijing Old Summer Palace Yuanmingyuan Admission Ticket cost?

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Prices start at $71 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 Yuanmingyuan Admission Ticket take?

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Plan for about 0 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 Yuanmingyuan Admission Ticket worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 40 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 Yuanmingyuan Admission 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 Yuanmingyuan Admission Ticket suitable for kids and families?

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The operator sets a minimum age of 18. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 0-hour running time when deciding.

How far in advance should I book Beijing Old Summer Palace Yuanmingyuan Admission 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 0-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Beijing Old Summer Palace Yuanmingyuan Admission 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 Mubus: Mutianyu Great Wall Bus Tour with Summer Palace Options, Beijing: Top 6 Highlights All Inclusive 2-Day Private Tour, Private Mutianyu Great Wall Trip With English-Speaking Driver. 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.

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