One-day tour of Prince Gong's Mansion in Beijing｜The residence of Heshen, the most corrupt official in the Qing Dynasty
【Quality Assurance】Pure play quality, no shopping or out-of-pocket expenses throughout the trip, a truly worry-free trip.
Product Info
What You Can Expect
1 Day
- 00:00Morning session 07:50 Beijing Subway Beihai North Station - Northeast Exit B 08:10 Start to visit Prince Gong's Mansion The explanation will end around 10:10 and the group will disband on the spot. Visitors can continue to visit on their own. Afternoon session 13:00 Beijing Subway Beihai North Station - Northeast Exit B 13:10 Start to visit Prince Gong's Mansion The explanation will end around 15:10 and the group will disband on the spot. Visitors can continue to visit on their own.
- 00:00VIP group The default is the morning session. If you need an afternoon session, please contact customer service. Morning session 08:30 Beijing Subway Beihai North Station-Northeast Exit B Meet 08:50 Start visiting Prince Gong’s Mansion 11:20 The explanation ends and the group disbands on the spot. Visitors can continue to visit on their own. Afternoon session 13:30 Beijing Subway Beihai North Station-Northeast Exit B Meet 13:50 Start visiting Prince Gong’s Mansion 16:20 The explanation ends and the group disbands on the spot. Visitors can continue to visit on their own.
Purchase Notice
Includes Prince Gong's Mansion ticket + tour guide + wireless headphones.
Number of individual tourists in a group: about 40 people in peak season.
Age Restriction: This route is quite strenuous, so please make sure you are in good health and suitable for travel. If there are elderly people aged 70 or above among the travelers, they must be accompanied by at least one relative or friend aged 18 to 69. Thank you for your understanding.
For safety reasons, minors under 18 years old need to be accompanied by at least one adult passenger.
For safety reasons, this product does not accept reservations from pregnant women. Please understand.
This route is a joint group tour for travel agencies, not an independent group tour for KKDAY members. Under the premise of ensuring the promised service content and standards remain unchanged, customers will be combined with guests from other travel agencies into one team and the itinerary may be arranged in a unified manner. Please be careful if you mind.
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Reminders
Please confirm whether the group will be formed before 17:00 one day before the trip. If the number of people is not reached, the trip will be cancelled.
The tour guide will contact you by phone/text/WeChat/email before 22:00 one day before the tour to confirm the tour arrangements for the next day. Please keep the reserved mobile phone number open and check it carefully. If you are not contacted within the time limit, please notify the online customer service in time.
During a group trip, you are not allowed to leave the group early or midway. If you choose to leave the group midway, the unfinished part will be deemed to be abandoned by you and no fees will be refunded. Tourists are responsible for any accidents that may occur after leaving the group. Please understand.
During the trip, if force majeure causes the scenic spot/venue to be unable to be played/visited normally, the service staff can cancel or replace the scenic spot/venue according to the actual situation after reaching an agreement with you, or the service staff can refund the fee on site according to the ticket price in the travel product (the refund is not based on the listed price of the scenic spot/venue). Please understand.
During the peak tourist season or other special circumstances, the departure time of the trip may be advanced or slightly delayed (the specific departure time is subject to the notification of the service staff). Please be prepared in advance. Thank you for your understanding.
During the actual trip of this product, without reducing the number of attractions/venues and with your consent, the service staff may make appropriate adjustments to your itinerary based on weather, traffic and other conditions (such as adjusting the order of touring/visiting attractions/venues, changing the meeting time, etc.) to ensure a smooth trip.
In case of bad weather or other force majeure factors, the park may delay or change the operation time of the amusement facilities or the performance time without prior notice, or even cancel some projects and performances. Due to bad weather affecting equipment failure, downtime, performance cancellation, the travel agency will do its best to assist you in handling the change. If there is a price difference, the excess will be refunded and the shortfall will be supplemented.
How to Redeem Your Voucher
How to Use Your Voucher
- Please present the e-voucher on-site
Meeting Point
Location Name: Beihai North Subway Station, Xicheng District, Beijing - Northeast Exit B
Address: Beihai North Subway Station, Xicheng District, Beijing - Northeast Exit BCancellation Policy
- Cancellations 6 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
- For cancellations made 4 to 5 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply
- For cancellations made 1 to 3 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 60% will apply
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–0 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.
FAQ
To fully appreciate Prince Gong's Mansion, including its residential compounds and the extensive garden, a recommended visit duration is approximately 2 to 3 hours. This allows ample time to explore the various halls, courtyards, rockeries, artificial lakes, and the unique architecture while learning about its rich history and the stories of its former residents.
Prince Gong's Mansion holds immense historical significance as the only Qing Dynasty prince's palace open to the public in Beijing. It served as the residence for prominent figures like Heshen, Prince Qing Yonglin, and Prince Gong Yixin. Its existence spans the Qing Dynasty's rise and fall, embodying the saying, "one Prince Gong's Palace is half of the history of the Qing Dynasty," reflecting pivotal historical periods.
Within Prince Gong's Mansion, visitors can explore two distinct sections: the richly decorated residential compounds and the expansive garden. Highlights include the Grand Opera House, the Western-style Gate, and various halls showcasing traditional Qing Dynasty architecture. The garden features intricate rockeries, artificial lakes, pavilions, and a large spirit wall with the auspicious "Fu" character, offering a serene and beautiful landscape.
Yes, a quality tour of Prince Gong's Mansion typically includes experienced guides. These guides provide in-depth explanations of the mansion's architecture, historical context, and the fascinating stories of its former residents. Their insights enhance the understanding and appreciation of this significant historical site, turning a visit into an educational and engaging experience.
Prince Gong's Mansion is unique because it is the only Qing Dynasty prince's palace fully open to the public in Beijing, offering a rare glimpse into imperial family life. Its history is deeply intertwined with the Qing Dynasty's trajectory, showcasing remarkable architectural grandeur and a blend of traditional Chinese and Western garden design. It stands as a living museum, encapsulating a crucial era of Chinese history.
A visit to Prince Gong's Mansion, especially through a quality tour, is designed to be a worry-free experience. The tour package ensures pure enjoyment without any forced shopping stops or additional out-of-pocket expenses. This allows visitors to focus entirely on exploring the mansion's historical and cultural treasures without unexpected costs or distractions.
The best times of year to visit Prince Gong's Mansion are spring (April to May) and autumn (September to October). During these seasons, Beijing experiences mild and pleasant weather, which is ideal for strolling through the garden and exploring the compounds comfortably. The lush greenery in spring and vibrant foliage in autumn also add to the scenic beauty of the mansion and its surroundings.
From central Beijing, visitors can easily reach Prince Gong's Mansion by subway or bus. The nearest subway stations are Beihai North (Line 6) or Shichahai (Line 8). From either station, it's a short walk of about 10-15 minutes to the mansion. Various public bus routes also have stops conveniently located near the entrance, providing accessible transportation options.
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