Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
Wulingyuan 8 hrs
Hike among the iconic 'Avatar mountains' with breathtaking views.
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At a glance
Climate
Temperate
Languages
Mandarin and Tujia
Local currency
CNY
(CNY)
Local time
(GMT+8)
Ideal trip length
3–6 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Wulingyuan District
Tap water
Bottled water recommended
Tipping
Not customary
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
80 · Very good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Sanxiaguo (Three Pot Dish)
Tujia Bacon
Stir-fried Wild Vegetables
Mala Tang
When to visit Zhangjiajie
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: September
Busiest: Jul-Aug
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Jan30
Cold, possibility snow
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Feb35
Cold, often cloudy
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Mar60
Cool, spring begins
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Apr85
Mild, pleasant, blooming
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May90
Warm, lush, popular
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Jun75
Warm, humid, rainy
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Jul70
Hot, humid, heavy rain
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Aug70
Hot, humid, rainy
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Sept95
Mild, clear, beautiful
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Oct90
Cool, crisp, autumn
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Nov60
Cool, quiet, less crowd
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Dec40
Cold, possibility snow
Things to do in Zhangjiajie
8 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
4 places
Tianmen Mountain
Zhangjiajie City 6 hrs
Ride the world's longest cable car to a mountain with a natural arch and glass skywalks.
Golden Whip Stream
Wulingyuan 3 hrs
Take an easy, picturesque walk along a crystal-clear stream through the valley.
Tianzi Mountain
Wulingyuan 4 hrs
Witness panoramic views of the Wulingyuan peaks from its elevated platforms.
Best in the afternoon
3 places
Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge
Cili County 4 hrs
Walk across the world's highest and longest glass-bottom bridge.
Baofeng Lake
Wulingyuan 2 hrs
Enjoy a serene boat ride on an emerald lake surrounded by peaks.
Tujia Folk Customs Park
Zhangjiajie City 2 hrs
Discover the unique architecture and traditions of the Tujia ethnic minority.
Any time of day
1 place
Yellow Dragon Cave
Wulingyuan 3 hrs
Explore a massive and stunning karst cave system with underground rivers.
Things to book
Tours and activities in Zhangjiajie
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
Activity tour
Wanfu Hot Spring Relaxing Time(Round trip takes 4-5hours)
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Standard tour
Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon & Glass Bridge and Baofeng Lake Private Day Tour
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Multi day tour
2 Days Zhangjiajie Sunset&Sunrise(Photograph&Outdoor Adventure)
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Standard tour
1 Day Trip to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park & Avatar Mountain
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Standard tour
Private Day Trip to Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon with Glass Bridge
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Multi day tour
3-Day Zhangjiajie Private Tour with Glass Bridge, Avatar Hill & Tianmen Mountain
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Standard tour
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park(Avatar) & Glass Bridge Private Day Tour
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Standard tour
1-Day Zhangjiajie National Forest Park(Avatar) and Tianmen Mountain Private Tour
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Practical ratings
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Near Zhangjiajie
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