The vast palace, pagodas, grounds and lake are simply stunning. Allow at least half a day to see everything. Some of the terrain is quite steep (lots of steps). It does get very crowded so suggest an early morning start. The views across the lake back into Beiking city are fabulous. We took a guide who was touting for business... More

So much to see with exquisite buildings and great views. If you want to avoid climbing lots of steep staircases start at the Suzhou Street North gate. There are still steps but mostly downhill and you start with spectacular views towards Beijing. Easily reached via the metro.that cost 2 Yuan as opposed to 75 if taking a taxi from central... More

There's a Palace (I think, cant remember), its a park with a lake that's looks much like Hyde park, but you have to pay to see it all. Only if you have a lot of time on your hands but don't do it during public holidays ..... Don't go to China during public holidays!

Special place to visit ! Fantastic lake and grounds to explore ! Take time to visit, as it,s a huge area !

Lots of hand craft and statues, don't forget to take a boat you will see a beautiful view from summer palace.

It is a huge park with beautiful buildings, trees, and also lakes. Very beautiful. Must give a visit when you travels at Beijing.

There is so much activity here. People line dancing , singing, playing sports You can interact with them. The hilite of my trip

The garden, the lake, and the bridges are all beautiful. It's the garden of the Qing Empire, buildt for the birthday of one empire's mother. The most important scene of the Summer Palace is the lake and mountain. The lake is shaped as a peach, symbols the longerity of the empire's mother's life.

It was a Saturday visit. They have a board that lists the estimated number of visitors, and on that day it was 51,000. That is a lot of people! Every place in Beijing is busy, but the Summer Palace seemed to top that. That said, the setting and grounds are beautiful and distinctive. It was a smoggy day in Beijing... More