Stay at Beijing Summer Palace Kunming Lake Resort, just 500 meters from the Buddha Fragrance Pavilion, offering panoramic views of Kunming Lake and the iconic Buddha Fragrance Pavilion from guest rooms. This boutique hotel blends traditional Beijing architecture with modern comfort, featuring lakeside terraces and tranquil garden courtyards.

Conveniently located within walking distance (10 minutes) to the Second Palace Gate entrance, guests can also take the resort’s electric shuttle to major attractions. The hotel provides exclusive guided tours revealing hidden historical sites and cultural stories tucked within the imperial garden—perfect for immersive heritage exploration.

Walking from the Buddha Fragrance Pavilion to the Second Palace Gate takes only 8 minutes along the scenic corridor path and garden trail, flanked by ancient trees and seasonal landscapes. This is one of the main pathways in the Summer Palace, perfectly paved and ideal for families and seniors.

For a quicker option, catch the electric shuttle at the station east of the pavilion—just a 3-minute ride to the Second Palace Gate stop, with departures every 15 minutes, increased during peak seasons. The park also offers a mobile-guided tour app; simply scan the QR code for real-time navigation and rich historical commentary, enhancing both convenience and cultural immersion.

Near the Buddha Fragrance Pavilion, visitors can enjoy immersive cultural activities such as:

• Traditional Tea Ceremony Workshops held at "Ting Tao Residence," led by a national intangible heritage master teaching Qing dynasty imperial tea rituals.
• Garden Painting Classes on the lakeside terrace, where participants learn classical Chinese landscape painting techniques, embracing the principle of "borrowed scenery."
• Nighttime Light Show Tours, featured weekends only, combining projection mapping and storytelling to bring the pavilion's 1,000-year history to life.

All experiences require advance HopeGoo via the official "Beijing Summer Palace" platform. Some are included in overnight packages, offering priority access and personalized guides.

Yes, Beijing Summer Palace Kunming Lake Resort provides round-the-clock free shuttle service connecting the Buddha Fragrance Pavilion, Second Palace Gate, and major park entrances. Shuttles run daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM, every 30 minutes, with an 8-minute ride time.

The hotel also partners with the park to offer the Scenic Pass, granting guests unlimited rides on park electric shuttles and priority entry to the Buddha Fragrance Pavilion. Bicycle rentals and boat bookings are available at reception with exclusive guest discounts. This seamless service greatly enhances travel convenience and comfort.