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Beijing Skip the Crowds: Summer Palace Night Tour w/Options

By Discover Beijing Tours
10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is £157 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • 3 customisable packages to pair Summer Palace visit with diverse night activity
  • Explore the Summer Palace away from daytime crowds in tranquil late afternoon.
  • Professional guides share fascinating stories behind the Summer Palace.
  • Convenient door-to-door private transport with hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Flexible itinerary with optional sight swaps to suit your travel preferences.

Activity location

    • Beijing
    • Beijing, Bei Jing Shi, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Beijing
    • Beijing, Bei Jing Shi, China

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Option 1: Summer Palace+Night Landmarks

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

This option includes Summer Palace, followed by a night tour covering these highlights: Beijing's Central Axis, photo ops at the Olympic Village, a stroll around Houhai Lake & Drum Tower area, and a panoramic view of the Forbidden City from Jingshan Park.

Starting time: 15:50
Price details
£156.67 x 1 Adult£156.67
Total
Price is £156.67

Option 2: Summer Palace+Night Landmarks+Dinner

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

This package includes a visit to the Summer Palace, followed by a customised night tour of Beijing's iconic landmarks—you can pick 2 or 3 spots based on your preferences. A dinner with options: Peking duck, hot pot, Sichuan cuisine to other dishes.

Starting time: 15:50
Price details
£191.85 x 1 Adult£191.85
Total
Price is £191.85

Option 3: Summer Palace+Night Landmarks+Hutong Food Tasting

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

This package includes a visit to the Summer Palace, followed by a customised night tour of Beijing's iconic landmarks—you can pick 2 or 3 spots based on your preferences. Plus Hutong food tasting—you’ll explore 4–5 stops to savour authentic delicacies.

Starting time: 15:50
Price details
£180.56 x 1 Adult£180.56
Total
Price is £180.56

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional tour guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entrance fee to the Summer Palace and Jingshan Park
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Dinner or food tastings if you choose option 2 and 3
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Gratuies
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Dinner or Food tasting if you choose option 1 - night tour only

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Pets, Smoking
  • Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

Escape the daytime crowds and explore Beijing’s imperial charm and nighttime vibe with our tailored 3-option tour. Mix and match iconic sights, local flavours, and personalised experiences for an unforgettable journey.

Option 1: Summer Palace + Night Landmarks & Jingshan Panorama
Late Afternoon Pickup: Your private guide and driver meet you at your hotel and head to the Summer Palace (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Explore the iconic Hall of Benevolence and Longevity and its adjacent courtyards, then wander the legendary Long Corridor—your guide will regale you with the fascinating myths and tales behind its intricate painted murals. As twilight falls, marvel at the corridor’s unique charm when its lanterns light up, casting a warm glow over the historic artwork. End your palace exploration at the striking Marble Boat perched on Kunming Lake, taking in the serene lakeside scenery as the day fades to night.

Evening Exploration: Follow Beijing’s Central Axis to the Drum and Bell Towers to learn their timekeeping history, then stroll through nearby hutongs to soak up old Beijing’s atmosphere. Continue to Houhai Lake for a relaxing evening walk.

Final Stop: Head to Jingshan Park; climb the hilltop for a stunning panoramic view of the Forbidden City under the night sky. If you’ve visited Jingshan before, swap it for Qianmen Street or the National Theatre.

Return: Guide and driver drop you back at your hotel.

Option 2: Summer Palace + Custom Night Tour + Dinner
Same Summer Palace Experience: Enjoy the full afternoon exploration of the Summer Palace as in Option 1.

Customisable Night Sights: Choose your preferred evening spots from Drum & Bell Towers, hutongs, Houhai Lake, Jingshan Park, Qianmen Street, or the National Theatre.

Included Dinner: Savour a delicious meal with a choice of authentic Beijing dishes—Peking duck, hot pot—or Sichuan cuisine, noodles, dumplings, etc.

Hotel Drop-off: Relax and be escorted back to your hotel after the tour.

Option 3: Summer Palace + Custom Night Tour + Hutong Food Tasting
Same Summer Palace Experience: Enjoy the full afternoon exploration of the Summer Palace as in Option 1.

Custom Night Sights: Pick your favourite evening destinations from the listed landmarks.

Hutong Food Tasting: Stop at 4–5 local spots in Hutongs to sample a variety of Beijing street snacks and traditional treats, experiencing the city’s culinary culture up close.

Convenient Return: Driver and guide take you back to your hotel when the tour ends.

Location

Activity location

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    • Beijing
    • Beijing, Bei Jing Shi, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Beijing
    • Beijing, Bei Jing Shi, China