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Top 20 Best Things to Do in Lijiang [2025]
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Yulong Snow Mountain
4.5
/5
17228 reviews
9.0
From AU$ 13.78
Based on 706 reviews
Yulong Snow Mountain Scenic Area | 30.6 km from downtown
Phone 0888-5131111
Address: 15 km north of Lijiang Old Town, Yulong County, Lijiang City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 day
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Take a cable car for panoramic views of the snow-capped mountains
Cableway to 14780 ft glacier park
Saved by 2868 users7905 positive reviews
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Super lucky in the rainy season encountered a good day of good weather, blue sky and white clouds under the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is really beautiful no matter which angle is beautiful to suffocate the grassland, spruce, cattle and sheep background with the towering Jade Dragon Snow Mountain as the beauty and shock can only be recorded with the eyes to get up early. Wet, high reaction brought discomfort, high altitude strong ultraviolet light when seeing such a beautiful scenery, everything is worth it
I booked a private driver to pick us up to take the 3 treasure first which is 1 mineral water , 1 oxygen tank , 1 winter wear ( need to pay deposit 100rmb). Still need to pay 100 yuan per person for yulong snow mountain entrance fee . My time for cable car ride was at 11am -11:30am . So we went to blue valley first . Need at least 3 hours to take the cable car ride with massive people queuing up to take bus to take the cable car ride . We had buffet lunch at 2:45pm at snow kitchen .
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Tiger Leaping Gorge
4.6
/5
5078 reviews
8.4
From AU$ 9.54
Based on 1,226 reviews
Tiger Leaping Gorge | 42.1 km from downtown
Phone 0887-8806982
Address: Tiger Leaping Gorge(Hutiaoxia Town), Shangri-La County, Diqing Prefecture
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
World-class hiking & iconic rock
World-class hiking: mountains & rapids
Saved by 905 users2926 positive reviews
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Tiger Leaping Gorge on the Tiger Leaping Scenic Area: The magnificent and lively coexist recently, I was fortunate to visit the famous Tiger Leaping Gorge on the Tiger Leaping Scenic Area, where the magnificent scenery and unique experience left a deep impression on me. However, the only small regret is the number of tourists, but even so, it did not reduce my love for this magical place. As soon as I stepped into the scenic spot, the majestic momentum came to my face. Tiger Leaping Gorge is famous for its steepness, and standing on the Tiger Leaping Observation Deck, you can see the deep canyon, the river is turbulent, as if you can hear the roar of the river, this shocking natural landscape makes people feel in awe. Along the winding mountain road, every step has a new scenery unfolding in front of you. Although the tourists are endless, but everyone is quietly enjoying this natural masterpiece, there seems to be a tacit understanding between each other, unwilling to break this tranquility and harmony. Despite the large number of people, the management of the scenic spot is orderly and the staff is warm and thoughtful, ensuring that every tourist can visit safely and comfortably. Moreover, the large number of people also brings another kind of fun - sharing experiences with friends from all over the world and sharing each other's travel stories. In general, the Tiger Leaping Gorge Tiger Leaping Scenic Area has brought me an unforgettable travel experience with its unique natural beauty and good tourist order. Although there are many people, it is this lively atmosphere that makes the trip more colorful. I look forward to stepping on this magical land again next time and feeling that unique charm.
Finally arrived at the Tiger Leaping Gorge, which was really worthwhile. The road conditions at high speed were also OK. The scenery inside was very spectacular and magnificent. Only the sound could be seen in such a spectacular atmosphere. The supporting facilities in the scenic area are also quite perfect.
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Lugu Lake Scenic Area
4.7
/5
10182 reviews
8.4
From AU$ 14.84
Based on 889 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone 0888-5886045
Address: Lugu Lake Town, Ninglang County, Lijiang City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
No.1 of Water Fun Attractions in Lijiang
Highlights:
Experience unique Mosuo walking marriage
Plateau lake at 2.685 km
Saved by 687 users6729 positive reviews
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Wuhu is really beautiful, it is a paradise. It takes nearly 6 hours to drive from Shangri-La. The lake is blue and there are street lights on the Huanhu Road at night. Walking in Luoshui Village at night, suddenly a huge bright moon, the big bright is not real. Have time to stay here for two more nights.
The self-driving trip to Wuhu is a perfect experience beyond imagination! I have always dreamed of walking to Wuhu and feeling the tranquility and beauty. This time, I chose to drive by car, and the whole process was much smoother than I thought. From the city, drive all the way to Wuhu, the picturesque scenery along the way, as if entering a dream world. Although the mountain road is winding, the road conditions are good, driving is both exciting and safe. After arriving at the scenic spot, the process of buying and checking tickets is unexpectedly convenient. The e-ticket system is efficient and smooth, and you can easily get tickets with simple operation, saving the trouble of waiting in line. In the scenic spot, the beautiful scenery of Wuhu immediately came into view. The lake is clear and green, like a mirror, reflecting the blue sky and white clouds and the surrounding mountains. By the lake, the traditional architecture and style of the Mosuo people are lingering. I strolled along the lake, feeling the comfort of the breeze, and my heart was full of tranquility and satisfaction. Self-driving tours allowed me to explore every corner freely, park at any time, take pictures, and enjoy intimate contact with nature. This trip not only allowed me to appreciate the beautiful scenery of Lugu Lake, but also let me experience the convenient and efficient travel service. Lugu Lake, I will definitely come again!
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The Romantic Show of Lijiang
4.6
/5
4478 reviews
8.1
From AU$ 59.33
Based on 91 reviews
Lijiang Railway Station | 3.1 km from downtown
Phone 0888-6881111
Address: No.88,Yuxing West Road,Yulong Naxi Autonomous County, Lijiang City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-3 hours
No.1 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Lijiang
Highlights:
Interactive shows & cultural performances
Lijiang culture & scenic beauty
Saved by 410 users2978 positive reviews
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One of the best performances/show I've seen. The artists are all professional dancers and the stunts they did were amazing! Stage effects and choreography was also top tier, even Broadway is limited. It was truly a 4D experience. On a side note the story is a bit mature. It was about romancing, love, and couples that meet different kinds of tragedy. There were sexual innuendos too (though artistically and theatrically done, it is obvious for adults). Still, there are a lot of kids in the audience and overall it was a performance all age group and sex can enjoy. Do note if such a subject theme makes you uncomfortable.
Uno spettacolo meraviglioso pieno di effetti sorprendenti li porta all'interno di tante storie locali con costumi, molto belli e performance di livello.
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Old Town of Lijiang
4.7
/5
15061 reviews
7.8
Based on 5,117 reviews
The Old Town of Lijiang | 1.9 km from downtown
Phone 0888-5111118
Address: Dayan Ancient City, Gucheng District, Lijiang City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Featured in 2025 Global 100 – Night Attractions
Highlights:
Nine unique attractions together
Unique waterway layout formed
Saved by 1607 users4519 positive reviews
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Lijiang Ancient Town, a thousand-year-old city under the snow-capped mountains, is a large ancient town that integrates leisure and entertainment, humanities and history, natural landscapes, and ancient buildings. There are many unique homestays in it. It is best to stay in them and walk around them every day and walk around Lijiang Ancient Town.
The following is a guide to the ancient city of Lijiang: Prepare in the early stage - Documents: Bring ID cards, other documents that may be needed such as student ID cards, old-age certificates, etc. to obtain corresponding discounts. - Clothes: Lijiang temperature changes, ultraviolet light, need to prepare long-sleeved coats, short-sleeved clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, etc. - Items: Prepare mobile phones, cameras, chargers, mobile power supplies, etc., and can also carry some commonly used drugs. Transportation Guide - External Transport: You can choose to arrive at Lijiang Sanyi Airport by plane, then take the airport bus, taxi or bus No. 6, No. 15 to the ancient city; you can also take the train to Lijiang Station, take a taxi or transfer to the ancient city after leaving the station. - Internal transportation: The ancient city is mainly on foot, and you can choose to share bicycles, electric cars or take buses to the surrounding attractions. Attraction check-in - Sifang Street: The center of the ancient city is the epitome of Naxi culture. You can enjoy the architecture during the day and have a lively bonfire party at night. - Mufu: It is known as the "Lijiang Forbidden City". It is the official residence of the Tusi in the Ming Dynasty. The ticket is 40 yuan, and you can explain it for free at the door. - Heilongtan Park: A great place to shoot the reflection of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. You need to show the ancient city maintenance fee bill. - Lion Rock Wangu Building: Located on the top of the Lion Rock, overlooking the whole view of the ancient city, the scenery is pleasant in the morning or evening. - Large waterwheel: The iconic entrance of the ancient city, the small pavilion next to it can receive the map of the ancient city. Food recommendation - Specialties: La pork ribs hot pot, Naxi barbecue, milk-wrapped tofu, Naxi grilled fish, etc. - Special snacks: Lijiang dumplings, bridge rice noodles, roasted milk fan, fried potato, flower cakes, etc. - Food district: Sifang Street, Zhongyi Market and other places have many gourmet shops. Accommodation choice - In the ancient city: You can choose a special inn to experience the Naxi architectural style, but the price is relatively high, and you need to book in advance during peak season. - Surrounding the ancient city: There are many accommodation options, the price is relatively affordable, and travel is more convenient. Play route - Day trip essence line: in the morning to Heilongtan Park to take a reflection of the snowy mountains, then visit Mufu, then go to Sifang Street to eat; in the afternoon, go to the Lion Rock Wangu Building, then go to Baihua Lane, and finally go to the big waterwheel to check in; in the evening, go to the bar street to listen to folk songs. - Two-day in-depth tour: the first day to visit Baisha Ancient Town and Shuhe Ancient Town, and enjoy the night view of the ancient city at night; the next day to Yuhu Village and Wenhai Village.
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Lashihai Wetland Park
4.3
/5
5388 reviews
7.4
Based on 288 reviews
Lijiang Lashihai Wetland Scenic Area | 9.2 km from downtown
Phone 0888-5440199
Address: Anshang Village, Lashi Seaview District, Gucheng District, Lijiang City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
No.2 of Water Fun Attractions in Lijiang
Highlights:
Lakeside greenery & abundant fish
Naxi village & lakeside culture
Saved by 360 users2073 positive reviews
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Lashi Lake is a wetland park located in the west of Lijiang City. In addition to the wetland, there is also a beautiful grassland with herds of cattle and sheep. It is very suitable for taking pictures and wedding photos. It is not too far from the city center.
The customer service added me on WeChat right away and answered my questions patiently. They also reminded me not to spend money recklessly in the scenic area, which made us feel relieved. The driver was also on time. After sending us to the destination, he explained to us the order of sightseeing and the place to eat. The Chinese meal was a local chicken hot pot, which was very delicious.
For scenic spots, if you only ride horses and cruise ships, the speed is very fast. But the scenery is very beautiful, which is very suitable for travel photography. Recommended.
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The Ancient Town of Shuhe
4.5
/5
3119 reviews
7.2
Based on 1,172 reviews
Shuhe Old Town | 7.4 km from downtown
Phone 0888-5174636
Address: Shuhe Road, Gucheng District, Lijiang City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
No.3 of Night Attractions in Lijiang
Highlights:
Explore Tea & Horse Road Museum
Naxi market & unique snacks
Saved by 729 users842 positive reviews
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Shuhe Ancient Town, located 4 kilometers northwest of Lijiang Ancient City, Lijiang City, is a small market town around Lijiang Ancient City, which has a history of thousands of years. It is more like a clean and elegant version of Lijiang Ancient City. In addition to the similarity of the building, it reveals more quiet and cozy.
- Tea Horse Ancient Road Museum Located on Zhonghe Road, composed of Dajue Palace and Yuantian Pavilion Site, it is the first private museum in China with the theme of tea horse culture. The museum has exhibited more than 800 cultural relics related to the ancient tea horse road, which vividly shows the historical style of the ancient tea horse road. - Dajue Palace is a building during the Longqing period of the Ming Dynasty, and was an important part of the Mu's Tusi Shuhe Courtyard at that time. Its building is a single-shao Xie Peak, beam-style structure, which has been preserved for more than 400 years. The 6 murals retained in the palace combine a variety of religions and painting styles. It is a rare art treasure. Qinglong Bridge was built in the Ming Dynasty Wanli years, has a history of more than 400 years, all built by Wuhua stone, is the largest and most complete stone bridge in Shuhe, and is also a landmark in the heyday of Mushi Tusi. Natural ecological landscape - Jiuding Longtan The water comes from the stone gap at the foot of Longquan Mountain, not deep but not muddy in summer, not shallow in winter, clear flowing water overflows from the stone gap, moistening the ancient town. Tan Zhou green willow hanging, Cuibai pointed to the sky, the pool in the middle of the fish, Yulong snow mountain reflection of it, beautiful scenery. Three rivers flow Qinglong River, Jiuding River, Shuhe three streams pass through the town, "three rivers flow" through the street through the village, so that Shuhe has both the natural beauty of the field scenery, and the water town of Jiangnan town. Folk Culture and Food - Folk Culture Events Every year, large-scale activities such as Snow Mountain Music Festival, Tea Horse Culture Festival, Torch Festival, as well as Naxi Ancient Music Shows, Bonfire Party, etc., tourists can participate in it and feel the rich national cultural atmosphere. - Specialties Fuxian small pot rice, etc., these foods have authentic Naxi flavor, in addition to Lijiang dumplings, chicken bean jelly, curd ribs and other special snacks, so that tourists can eat.
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Baisha Ancient Town
4.6
/5
472 reviews
6.8
Based on 203 reviews
Baisha old town/FOLIDAY Town Lijiang Mediterranean Resort | 11 km from downtown
Phone 0888-5142120
Address: Yulong Naxi Autonomous County,Lijiang
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
No.3 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Lijiang
Highlights:
Tie-dye crafts & cycling town
Majestic Yulong Snow Mountain views
Saved by 483 users166 positive reviews
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If you’re ever in Yunnan, Bai Sha Ancient Town is a must-see! The cobbled streets, traditional architecture, and peaceful vibes make it the perfect spot to unwind and take in some history. Trust me, you won’t regret it! 🌿🏛️
Transportation - Convenient and varied: From Lijiang City to Baisha Ancient Town, the transportation is more convenient, you can choose to take a taxi, about 20-30 minutes to arrive, the cost is about 30-50 yuan. You can also take buses, such as No. 3, No. 6, No. 17 and Baisha Ancient Town Tourist Lines, but the drive is long and about 1 hour. If you like a free and flexible travel method, renting an electric car is also a good choice, and you can enjoy the pastoral scenery along the way. Attractions - quaint and quiet: Baisha Ancient Town is one of the oldest market towns in Lijiang. Compared with Dayan Ancient City and Shuhe Ancient Town, the commercial atmosphere here is lighter, retaining more primitive style and local life. Walking on the bluestone road of the ancient town, you can feel the strong Naxi style. - Deep cultural heritage: the white sand murals in the ancient town are a must-check point, it is the product of the great opening of the Naxi society in the Ming Dynasty, integrating the painting styles of Han, Tibetan, Naxi and other ethnic groups, each mural tells a story, with extremely high artistic value and historical and cultural value. - Great viewing place: This is a good place to enjoy the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. In many places in the ancient town, such as the third floor of the Baisha Bookstore, the second floor of some coffee shops or the terrace, you can have a panoramic view of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. When the weather is good, you can also see the magnificent scenery of Rizhao Jinshan. Food - Rich specialty snacks: Naxi Ama chicken bean jelly powder, white sand dumplings, butter tea and other local specialties. Chicken bean jelly powder tastes smooth and smooth, with unique sauces, the taste is very delicious; white sand is crispy and soft, the classic way to eat is hot sauce; The butter tea has a strong Tibetan flavor, and it warms your stomach and warms your body. - There are many quality restaurants: steamed snow-capped mountain fish and Pu'er fragrant crayfish in Yunnan cuisine of the Princess of the West of the West is worth a try. The fish is fresh and the shrimp is tender. Grandma's pork ribs hot pot salty ribs are delicious, and the soup is delicious. There is also Princess Naxi yak fresh milk tea, which is rich and mellow, sweet and not greasy. - Cozy leisure: find a coffee shop or tea house to sit down, order a drink, quietly enjoy the snowy mountains in the distance, feel the slow flow of time, very pleasant. You can also stroll around the streets of the ancient town, visit the specialty shops, and choose some handicrafts with Naxi characteristics as souvenirs. - Rich cultural experience: There are many non-legacy cultural heritage points in the ancient town, such as embroidery, East Bazaar dyeing, bronzeware and other studios, you can participate in these traditional skills and feel the charm of the traditional Naxi culture. In addition, you can rent a horse to ride around the ancient town and enjoy the scenery along the way. Shopping - Featured goods: Baisha Ancient Town has many small shops selling specialty goods, such as Wamao store, handicraft shop, bakery, etc. Wamao is a mascot of Yunnan watch house, unique shape, with strong local characteristics. The Dongba culture-related items in the handicraft shop, such as Dongba paper and Dongba wood carvings, are very commemorative.
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Tinghua Valley - Lijiang Flowers Garden
4.2
/5
162 reviews
6.7
10 km from downtown
Phone 16608880202
Address: 云南省丽江市玉龙纳西族自治县白沙镇白沙村委会街尾二组100号
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
No.4 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Lijiang
Highlights:
Fairytale Hobbit treehouse view
Flowers & seasons at Yulong
Saved by 366 users124 positive reviews
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Tinghua Valley is located in the south of Lijiang City. Due to the pleasant climate in Lijiang City, it has given a special natural environment here, which has created a flower blooming in Tinghua Valley all year round. It is suitable for bringing children to play together.
I think the scenery is very good, but the requirements for the season are relatively strong. When I went this time, there were only 4 flowers, which was beautiful, but a little more would be better. The staff told me that there would be more flowers when I waited until July and August. Overall, it is quite satisfactory, but there are a lot of thin waist bees in the flowers. I have been stared at. Is there a better way to remove flying insects by the staff? I also harvested a gift like flower seed, which is quite creative. Will go again.
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Xuesong Village (Yuhu Village)
4.1
/5
91 reviews
6.0
Yulong Snow Mountain Scenic Area | 17.7 km from downtown
Address: Yuhu Village, Baisha Township, Yulong Naxi Autonomous County, Lijiang City
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-5 hours
No.5 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Lijiang
Highlights:
Stone houses & serene ambiance
Ancient & rustic stone houses
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Compared with Baisha Ancient Town, I recommend living in Yuhu Village! No commercialization, the reservation is very primitive! Yuhu Village takes a taxi to Baisha Ancient Town very close, only 10 minutes away. Yuhu Village is closest to Yulong Snow Mountain. The only drawback is that the wind is very strong!
Yuhu Village is located about 18 kilometers north of Lijiang Old Town, located in the south of Yulong Snow Mountain, about 2,700 meters above sea level. Naxi calls it "Wuluken", meaning "the village at the foot of the snowy mountain". The village is surrounded by snowy mountains, meadows and forests, and the scenery is magnificent. The houses in Yuhu Village are built with local characteristic glacier stone, thick walls, roofs covered with slabs, simple and rough style, known as the "stone village". This building has wind, earthquake and warmth functions, and is a living fossil of traditional Naxi architecture. The village is built on the mountain, the lanes are winding, and the stream passes through the village, which is integrated with nature. The main attractions are Yuhu (Longnv Lake), the natural lake above the village is composed of the melt water of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain glacier. The lake is clear and reflects the snow-capped mountains. The scenery of the four seasons is different. The meadow on the lakeside is vast and is a popular place for hiking, horse riding and photography. Yuzhu Qingtian Scenic Area is located near the village, with ancient temples, cliff stone carvings and Qingquan. The environment is quiet. This is a paid scenic spot. Because the snow was closed on the day of the tour, the scenic spot was closed. Yuhu Village is free. Tourists can only take a car to the visitor center down the mountain. There are sightseeing cars in the scenic area to Longnv Lake, and you can also walk up the mountain to Longnv Lake for about an hour. There are many restaurants in the village, and the price is not expensive. Yuhu Village after the snow is more quaint, like a fairy tale world. Transportation: From Lijiang Old Town, you can take a taxi or drive by car (about 40 minutes), or take bus 17 or tourist line bus to the parking lot of the visitor center.
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