In the West of Beijing lays the picturesque Summer Palace at the foot of the West Mountains. Visit the impressive imperial ensemble of palaces, pavilions, gardens and lakes that spans over 2.9 square kilometers. Your private guide will show you the most beautiful and interesting spots.Walk in the footsteps of ancient emperors and learn more about them and their peaceful summer retreat. Stroll through the gardens down to the Marble Boat, a stunning lakeside pavilion restored in 1893 by Empress Cixi.With this comprehensive 3-hour tour, you will fully enjoy the Beijing Summer Palace, a masterpiece of Chinese landscape garden design.