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 significant monuments. Discover a major sacred site and a palace complex recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Why Visit the Temple of Heaven and the Summer Palace?

Explore Beijing's imperial heritage through its historic monuments in one day. The day begins at the Temple of Heaven, built in 1420 during the Ming dynasty. It was the site where emperors performed ceremonies honoring Heaven and praying for good harvests, reflecting the connection between Heaven and Earth.

During the tour, admire the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, the Circular Mound Altar, and the Imperial Vault of Heaven. In the afternoon, visit the Summer Palace, originally built in 1750, which combines lake and mountain landscapes with traditional Chinese garden artistry.

Tour Options

During booking, you can choose from the following options:

Tour of Temple of Heaven: exclusively explore the interior of the Temple of Heaven.Tour of Summer Palace: visit only 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

Note the following schedules and meeting points based on your selected 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.