The current situation of the Summer Palace

🚇Transportation Guide Subway: Take Subway Line 4 to Beigongmen Station, and you will arrive at the north gate of the Summer Palace. You can also choose to get off at Xiyuan Station and enter from the east gate. 🎫Ticket Information Ticket: CNY 30 per person in peak season (discounted ticket: CNY 15 per person) Combo Ticket: CNY 50 per person (including Suzhou Street, Dehe Garden, Tower of Buddhist Incense, and Summer Palace Museum) Money-saving Tips: If you only plan to visit the main attractions, it is recommended to buy a one-way ticket. The Tower of Buddhist Incense and other attractions in the park are closed on Mondays, so avoid visiting on that day. 📸Recommended Travel Routes 🌳East Gate Route (Recommended) Hall of Benevolence and Longevity: Start your tour of the Summer Palace here, the entrance to the royal garden. Dehe Garden: The style of the Qing Dynasty royal garden is very suitable for taking photos. Long Corridor: The longest gallery in the world, 728 meters long, with colorful paintings. Hall of Dispelling Clouds: A representative of royal architecture, magnificent. Tower of Buddhist Incense: The main building of Longevity Hill, overlooking the entire Kunming Lake and surrounding scenery. Marble Boat: Unique architectural style, very suitable for taking photos. Kunming Lake: You can choose to take a boat to Nanhu Island, CNY 40 per person for a large boat (driven by staff), CNY 200 per person for a small boat (self-driving). Considering the budget, it is recommended to walk or ride around the lake. Seventeen-Arch Bridge: Connects the east bank of Kunming Lake and Nanhu Island, with stone lions of various shapes on the bridge. Bronze Ox: A landmark attraction by the lake, don't forget to take a photo! Wenchang Pavilion: Houses many precious books and cultural heritage, a must-see for culture lovers. 🌳North Gate Route (Alternative) If you prefer natural scenery, you can enter from the north gate, stroll along Kunming Lake, and then gradually visit the attractions on Longevity Hill. 🍽️Dining Recommendations There are snack stalls and restaurants in the park, with moderate prices, you can choose according to your taste. It is recommended to budget around CNY 30. 🛍️Shopping Recommendations Suzhou Street: An ancient-style commercial street, with shops and alleys full of Jiangnan water town style. The handicrafts, specialty snacks, and cultural and creative products here are all worth buying as souvenirs. It is recommended to budget around CNY 50. 🧳Other Notes Clothing: It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes, as the Summer Palace is large and requires walking or cycling. Time: The Summer Palace is open from 6:00 to 20:00 in peak season (last entry at 19:00), and from 6:30 to 19:00 in off-season (last entry at 18:00). It is recommended to set off early to avoid peak crowds. Safety: Take care of your personal belongings and avoid carrying too much cash. 📝Summary The estimated cost of this one-day tour of the Summer Palace: CNY 30 for tickets + CNY 30 for dining + CNY 50 for shopping = CNY 110, far below the budget of CNY 300. Not only can you feel the historical heritage, but you can also enjoy the beauty of nature, it is definitely a worthwhile short trip in the city!