Busy season: from April 1 to October 31
Gate: 6:30-18:00;
Parks Inside the Summer Palace: 8:30-17:00;
the following scenic spots inside the Summer Palace: 8:30--17:00;
Close: 20:00

Slack season: from November 1 to March 31
Gate: 7:00-17:00;
Parks Inside the Summer Palace: 9:00-16:00;
the following scenic spots inside the Summer Palace: 9:00-16:00;
Close: 19:00