Tour of Temple of Heaven & Summer Palace

On this tour of the Temple of Heaven and the Summer Palace, you'll visit two of Beijing's most important monuments, including a sacred site and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Why Visit the Temple of Heaven and the Summer Palace?

Explore Beijing's imperial heritage through its historic monuments on this tour. Visit both the Temple of Heaven and the Summer Palace in one day.

The day begins at the Temple of Heaven, built in 1420 during the Ming dynasty. This site was where emperors conducted ceremonies honoring Heaven. The architecture exemplifies the connection between Heaven and Earth, and you will see the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, Circular Mound Altar, and Imperial Vault of Heaven.

In the afternoon, visit the Summer Palace, a vast complex originally built in 1750. It integrates lake and mountain landscapes with traditional Chinese garden design, featuring Kunming Lake and Longevity Hill.

Tour Options

During the booking process, choose one of the following options:

Tour of Temple of Heaven: exclusively explore the interior of the Temple of Heaven.Tour of Summer Palace: visit the interior of the Summer Palace.Tour of Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace: visit both interiors in one day with free time for lunch.

Meeting Points and Schedule

The following schedules and meeting points correspond to your chosen tour option:

Tour of Temple of Heaven: starts at 9 am at Tiantandongmen Station.Tour of Summer Palace: starts at 2 pm at Xiyuan Station.Tour of Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace: starts at 9 am at Tiantandongmen Station.