The crowds that cluster predictably around the buildings and ruins in this imperial abode may dissuade you from visiting with the kids, especially on a spring day in cherry blossom season. The key to a happy family outing is to explore the little known corners of this vast park. Walk around the far lakes, rent a boat and then sit in the shade of a weeping willow and enjoy a picnic.
Summer Palace 颐和园
- Yiheyuan Lu, Haidian District
- 海淀区颐和园路
- Daily 6.30am-8pm (6pm last ticket). RMB 30 (Apr 1-Oct 31), RMB 20 (Nov 1-Mar 31), students half price
- 6288 1144
