Ticket Information and Visiting Attractions of Yonghe Temple, Beijing

Yonghe Temple is one of the largest and best-preserved Lamaist Tibetan Buddhist monasteries in the Beijing area, and it is also one of the well-known Tibetan Buddhist monasteries both domestically and internationally. Admission to Yonghe Temple requires purchasing a ticket, with the ticket price being 25 Chinese Yuan. This price is very affordable considering the cultural and historical value that Yonghe Temple presents.

As a historically significant temple, it boasts a history of several hundred years, witnessing the rise and fall of Beijing. Today, Yonghe Temple still stands in the heart of Beijing, welcoming visitors and worshippers from around the world.

Yonghe Temple

Reference: Yonghe Temple: A Cultural Gem of Buddhism in Beijing

Scenic Area Rating: AAAA

Yonghe Temple has been rated as a AAAA-level scenic spot, which indirectly reflects its importance and significance in terms of culture, history, and tourism.

Ticket Price: 25 Yuan

Admission to Yonghe Temple requires purchasing a ticket, with the ticket price being 25 Chinese Yuan. This price is very affordable considering the cultural and historical value that Yonghe Temple presents.

Opening Hours: 09:00—17:00

Yonghe Temple opens at 9:00 a.m. every day and closes at 5:00 p.m., allowing visitors to freely explore during this time.

Scenic Area Phone Number: 010-84191906

For any inquiries or assistance, visitors can call Yonghe Temple's service phone number.

Scenic Area Address: 12 Yonghegong Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing

Yonghe Temple is located in Dongcheng District, Beijing, at No. 12 Yonghegong Street. With convenient transportation, visitors can take buses or the subway to reach the temple.

Transportation Guide: Bus Routes 13, 84, 116, 117, Night Bus 6

Visitors can take bus routes 13, 84, 116, 117, or Night Bus 6 to reach Yonghe Temple. Alternatively, they can choose to take the subway.

Scenic Area Official Website: www.yonghegong.cn

For more information about Yonghe Temple, visitors can visit the official website of Yonghe Temple.

Notification Messages

  • Announcement of Reception Guarantee for May Day Holiday
  • Announcement of Reception Guarantee for Qingming Festival 2023
  • Yonghe Temple resumes operation starting from January 1, 2023
  • Notice of Temporary Closure of Yonghe Temple
  • Yonghe Temple will be temporarily closed starting from November 10
  • Announcement of Reception Guarantee for May Day Holiday

Ticket Information

  • Ticket price: 25 Yuan (half-price ticket 12 Yuan)
  • Half-day Tour:
    • [Adult] Half-day tour of Buddhist culture and royal mansion: Original price ¥130, Online booking ¥85.
    • [Children/Students/Seniors] Half-day tour of Buddhist culture and royal mansion: Original price ¥120, Online booking ¥72.
  • Guided Tour:
    • [1-8 people] VIP guided tour: Online booking ¥498.

Concession Policies

A. Free Policy:

  • Children under 6 years old or with a height of 1.2 meters and below (including 6 years old) can enter for free with valid identification.
  • Disabled persons with disability certificates can enter for free.
  • Retired cadres can enter for free with retirement certificates.
  • Active-duty military personnel can enter for free with valid identification.
  • On-duty or retired firefighters and rescue personnel, as well as students of firefighting and rescue schools, can enter for free with valid identification.
  • Persons holding "Civil Affairs Preferential Card" or "Temporary Civil Affairs Preferential Card" issued by the Beijing Civil Affairs Bureau can enter for free.

B. Discount Policy:

  • Children aged 6 to 18 (including 18 years old), full-time undergraduate and lower degree students can enjoy half-price tickets with student IDs or valid identification.
  • Seniors aged 60 and above (including 60 years old) can enjoy half-price tickets with senior citizen cards, ID cards, or other valid identification.
  • Persons holding social security certificates in this city can enjoy half-price tickets.

Business Hours

Spring and Summer: April 1 to October 31, 09:00—17:00 (Ticket sales end at 16:30, admission ends at 17:00)

Autumn and Winter: November 1 to March 31, 09:00—16:30 (Ticket sales end at 16:00, admission ends at 16:30)

Duration of Visit

Yonghe Temple is not large, so it is enough to spend about 2 hours slowly exploring and listening to explanations. If you add taking photos, 3 hours will suffice.

Best Season

As a cultural attraction, Yonghe Temple can be visited all year round.

Scenic Area Phone Numbers

Service supervision phone: 84191906, 84191907;
Price supervision phone: 12315, 12345.

Transportation Guide

Subway:

Take Subway Line 5 or Line 2 to Yonghegong Station

Bus:

  • Take Bus No. 13, 84, 116, 117, Night Bus 6 to Yonghe Temple Station
  • Take Bus No. 13, 84, Night Bus 6 to Guozijian Station
  • Take Bus No. 13, 18, 44 Inner Ring, 44 Outer Ring, 75, 84, 116, 130, 142, 200 Inner Ring, 200 Outer Ring, Daxing Airport Bus Yonghe Temple Night Line, Night Bus 20 Inner Ring, Night Bus 20 Outer Ring to Yonghe Temple Bridge East Station

Internal Parking

Yonghe Temple parking lot is for staff only and is not open to the public.

Visiting Order

  1. Hall of Heavenly Kings
  2. Hall of the Great Hero
  3. Hall of the Medicine Buddha
  4. Buddhist Scripture Hall
  5. Bronze Bell

Notes

  • Respect Religious Beliefs: When visiting Yonghe Temple, please respect the religious beliefs and rules of the temple, and follow the visiting order and regulations.
  • Keep Quiet: To respect other visitors and believers, please keep quiet and avoid noise and disturbance.
  • Dress Appropriately: Please dress appropriately and avoid wearing overly revealing or inappropriate clothing.

Yonghe Temple is a temple rich in history and cultural significance, serving not only as a religious site but also as an important cultural heritage of Beijing. When you visit, you can immerse yourself in the tranquil and peaceful atmosphere, experience the charm of ancient religion, and explore the unique charm of Beijing by visiting surrounding attractions.

QA:

Question: What is the ticket price for Yonghe Temple?

Answer: The ticket price for Yonghe Temple is 25 Chinese Yuan.

Question: How long is Yonghe Temple open to visitors each day?

Answer: Yonghe Temple opens at 9:00 a.m. and closes at 5:00 p.m. every day, allowing visitors to explore freely during this time.