Zhangjiajie Travel Guide

How to make a trip to Zhangjiajie truly worthwhile.

Zhangjiajie · A City of Mountains

When you talk about Zhangjiajie, you can't get around this forest of peaks

Zhangjiajie lies in northwestern Hunan and is famed worldwide for its rare quartz sandstone peak-forest landscape; in 1992 it was inscribed on the UNESCO World Natural Heritage List. Here you'll find ethereal peak forests, thrilling glass skywalks, and rich Tujia and Miao customs—seeing the mountains by day and the show by night makes it a destination that many feel “one visit isn't enough” for.

Core Scenic Areas at a Glance

Meet a few names first

Tianmen Mountain
Tianmen Cave, the 99-bend winding mountain road, and the glass skywalk, directly reachable from the city
Wulingyuan
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, the core area of a World Natural Heritage site
Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon
Experience activities such as the glass bridge and bungee jumping
Huanglong Cave
A giant underground karst cave with spectacular stalactites
Baofeng Lake
An alpine lake, best explored by boat
Tianmen Fox Fairy
The canyon live-action musical 'New Liu Hai Chops Wood,' the top choice for a night out

How to Get to Zhangjiajie

Plane, high-speed rail, and train are all convenient

✓ Plane: Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport (DYG), about a 15-minute drive from the city
✓ High-speed rail: Zhangjiajie West Station, with many direct high-speed trains; taxis are available outside the station to enter the city
✓ Train: Zhangjiajie Station (regular trains), located in the city, with convenient transportation
✓ Self-driving: reachable directly via the Changzhang/Zhanghua expressways; in the city, just navigate to “Tianmen Mountain Cableway”
✓ In the city: taxis, ride-hailing, and tourist shuttle lines are all convenient

How to Plan the Number of Days

Playable in 1 to 3 days

1 day (city highlights)
Tianmen Mountain (including Tianmen Cave and the glass skywalk) + the Tianmen Fox Fairy show in the evening
2 days (city + Wulingyuan)
Day 1: Tianmen Mountain in the city + the show in the evening; Day 2: Wulingyuan National Forest Park
3 days (in-depth tour)
Day 1: the show in the city; Day 2: Wulingyuan; Day 3: Grand Canyon / Huanglong Cave / Baofeng Lake (choose one)

See Tianmen Fox Fairy · Itinerary Combinations

Fit the Show into Your Itinerary

✓ The show takes place at the Grand Canyon Theater by Tianmen Mountain near the city, with convenient transportation
✓ It usually starts around 20:20, so it fits perfectly to watch the show after a day of sightseeing
✓ We suggest scheduling the show for the 1st or the last night of your trip, so your days aren't rushed
✓ It can get chilly, so bring a jacket; the theater has contingency plans for rain.
✓ After the show (ends around 22:00), you can take a taxi back to the city to rest

Practical Tips

Check These Before You Come

✓ Zhangjiajie scenic areas are mostly mountain paths and steps, so wear comfortable, non-slip sneakers
✓ Mountain weather is changeable, so carry rain gear and a light jacket.
✓ For peak season (holidays, summer), tickets and show tickets should be booked in advance
✓ Carry your ID at all times; entry to scenic areas and the show is mostly real-name based
✓ During peak hours, the cableway and elevators have long lines; plan your route sensibly

Nearby Combined Tours

Drop By on the Way

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Tianmen Mountain

Tianmen Cave · Glass Skywalk

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Wulingyuan

National Forest Park

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Grand Canyon

Glass Bridge · Bungee Jump

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Huanglong Cave

Underground Karst Cave Wonder

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Baofeng Lake

Alpine Lakes · Cruise

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