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Prince Gong's Mansion
5A Tourism Area
Designated 2012

Prince Gong's Mansion

恭王府景区

Beijing, Beijing4.7Designated 2012·39.9377°N, 116.3827°E
Ticket Price
CNY 40 (student CNY 20)
Duration
2 to 3 hours
Rating
4.7 / 5.0
Designated
2012

About Prince Gong's Mansion

Prince Gong's Mansion is the best-preserved Qing dynasty princely residence in Beijing. Once the home of Heshen, a powerful Qing official, the mansion features ornate architecture, a rare marble theater, and the beautifully landscaped Jie Garden with its distinctive rockeries and pavilions.

Highlights

The largest and best-preserved Qing-dynasty princely mansion; highlights include the ornate main halls, the Western-style stone mansion, and the elegant Garden of Tranquility. Once home to Prince Gong and He Shen.

Suggested Route

Enter the south gate, tour the residential quarters -> the grand reception halls -> the garden with the famous 'Fu' stele; allow 1.5-2 hours.

Food & Lodging

Explore nearby Shichahai and Houhai for snacks, hotpot, and bars; stay in central Beijing.

Facilities

Restrooms, audio guides, and a gift shop; the garden is flat and accessible, though some halls have steps. Bilingual signage.
Travel Tips

Check official website for current information. Respect local customs and regulations. Best visited during mild weather seasons.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November)

🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.

Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.

Location

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Opening Hours

8:30-17:00 (last entry 16:10). Closed on Mondays (except national holidays).

Getting There

Metro Line 6 to Beihai North Station (Exit B), walk ~500 m; ~6 km from Beijing North HSR station; ~30 km from Capital Int'l Airport.

Reservation

Advance online reservation required via official WeChat 'Prince Kung's Mansion' / web.pgm.org.cn; tickets released 10 days ahead.

Ticket Price

CNY 40 (≈ $5.6) (student CNY 20 (≈ $2.8))

Address

Beijing City Xicheng District Qianhaixi Street No. 17

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
恭王府景区

北京市西城区前海西街17号

Beijing City Xicheng District Qianhaixi Street No. 17

39.9377, 116.3827

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