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Tips for Avoiding Long Lines at the Summer Palace Boat Ride | Tested and Proven!

| Tested and Proven! ๐Ÿ’ฅTips for Avoiding Long Lines at the Summer Palace Boat Ride | Tested and Proven!๐Ÿ’ฅ||Hey everyone, tired of endless queues for the boat ride at the Summer Palace๐Ÿ˜ซ? Today, Iโ€™m sharing some tried-and-true tips Iโ€™ve gathered from real experiences to help you skip the lines๐Ÿง. **Travel During Off-Peak Hours** 1. **Timing is key** Listen up, folks! The first hour after opening in the morning and the last hour and a half before closing in the afternoon are the golden times for boat rides๐Ÿคฉ. Most visitors rush to the docks right after entering, making the 9-10 AM slot super crowded. If you can arrive between 7:30 - 8:30 AM and head straight to the docks, youโ€™ll barely have to wait. The 4:30 - 5:30 PM slot is also greatโ€”fewer people and plenty of boats๐Ÿ˜Ž. 2. **Avoid weekends and holidays** No surprise hereโ€”the Summer Palace is packed on weekends and holidaysโ€โ€โ€. If possible, go on a weekday. Iโ€™ve compared, and the average wait time on weekdays is about one-third of that on weekendsโ€”a huge difference! **Choose the Right Dock** 1. **Hidden gems among docks** The Summer Palace has several boat docks๐Ÿง. Some less noticeable ones are way less crowded. For example, the [specific lesser-known dock name] dock is overlooked by many visitors, yet it offers plenty of boats. While the route options might be fewer than at popular docks, youโ€™ll board quickly and start your ride instead of waiting forever at the crowded spots. Follow these tips, and youโ€™ll enjoy a smooth, queue-free boat ride at the Summer Palace, making the most of your visit!
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Posted: May 27, 2025
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