Ask a QuestionZhangjiajie, a masterpiece dedicated by the Mother Nature, is no wonder one of the top choices for mountain view. With the breathtaking sceneries of numerous shapeless pillars rising to the sky, gorgeous karst caves hiding and countless streams meandering around, Zhangjiajie owns the most fascinating picture of mountain landscapes in China. What to do in Zhangjiajie? The top 7 things to do in Zhangjiajie listed below may help you perfectly fulfill your Zhangjiajie trip.
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park is the most famous part among the main attractions in Zhangjiajie, which is also the first forests park in China. Mainly consists of Tianzi Mountain Nature Reserve, Yangjiajie Scenic Area, Yuanjiajie Scenic Area, Golden Whip Stream and Huangshi Village, Zhangjiajie National Forest Park delicately combines all the wonderful features of strange-shaped peaks, secluded valleys and dense forests, which will give you a wonderful experience.
Best Things to Do: Wondering in Avatar Hallelujah Mountain, hiking at Golden Whip Stream
If you are a movie fan, you totally won’t want to miss Yuanjiajie Scenic Area, for the Avatar Hallelujah Floating Mountain. The isolated pillar peacefully standing among the cloud and mist, as if wondering in a fairyland.
And for Golden Whip Stream, it is one of the most beautiful areas in Zhangjiajie, limpid and tranquil. Beautiful sceneries along the stream look like a natural gallery lying in the mysterious forests.
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
Tianzi Mountain Nature Reserve is well-known for the perfect mixture of cloud and mist, especially when it’s just after the rain, clouds are surging as waves of the sea, which create a so magnificent picture. What else make Tianzi Mountain so famous is the peculiar peak. The great amounts of peaks, huge and high, make Tianzi Mountain Nature Reserve so special.
One of the top things to do in Zhangjiajie must be discover the most original natural beauty in Tianzi Mountain Nature Reserve. You could enjoy a grand view of sea of clouds around West Sea Stone Forests by cableway.
Tianzi Mountain
Tianmen Mountain is located in the southern of Zhangjiajie City, with a height of 1,518.6 meters. It is one of the most iconic attractions in Zhangjiajie, best known for the rare natural karst cave—Tianmen Cave (131.5 meters high and 57 meters wide), which looks like a gateway to heaven and is often surrounded by clouds and mist. The mountain features stunning karst landscapes and Taoist culture, with summer temperatures below 20°C, it is also a great place to escape the heat.
To get to the top, you can take the world’s longest mountain cableway and enjoy the views of the city and surrounding mountains. Or you can ride up along the famous 99-bend Tongtian Avenue.
On the mountain, you can walk on the thrilling glass skywalk and visit the spectacular Tianmen Cave. Don’t miss the Guigu Cliffside Plank Road, which hangs on steep cliffs and gives you a real sense of adventure.
Cableway of Tianmen Mountain
Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, a new scenic area near Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, attracts amounts of tourists in China and around the world because of the Glass Bridge. As the highest and longest glass bridge in the world, take a challenge on the Glass Bridge of Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon must be one of the top things to do in Zhangjiajie, especially for those who would like to try new things and love challenge. You can even try the highest bungee jumping if you have interests.
Glass Bridge of Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon
Yellow Dragon Cave is one of the most famous attractions in Wulingyuan Scenic Area, which owns the reputation of the most beautiful cave in China. Being one of the largest karst caves in China, Yellow Dragon Cave offers all kinds of characteristics for what you expect for a typical karst cave. From the hidden caves inside Yellow Dragon Cave, clear underground rivers, varieties of stalactites and steles, you may definitely enjoy a fantastic view in this magical stone world.
Yellow Dragon Cave
Fenghuang Ancient Town, located about 230 kilometers away from Zhangjiajie, is one of the most famous and beautiful ancient towns in China. Connecting Zhangjiajie trip with Fenghuang Ancient Town is considered to be one of the top things to do during a trip to Zhangjiajie.
The traditional architectures from Ming and Qing Dynasty have been well-preserved, with a distinctive style of Miao ethnic culture. Take a walk along the ancient stone-paved road to experience the long history and colorful culture inside Fenghuang Ancient Town will be an unforgettable memory of your Zhangjiajie trip.
Fenghuang Ancient Town
Charming Xiangxi Show provides a great chance for you to relax at night. The Charming Xiangxi Theatre is the oldest theatre in Wulingyuan Scenic Area, it’s welcomed by tourists in China and all over the world. With lots of folk artists around, the well-designed performances of music, dance and traditional legends, you could get close to the local culture and custom of Xiangxi people and experience the best folk art in Xiangxi area.
Located in the northwest corner of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Yangjiajie Scenic Area is the newest part of the Wulingyuan Scenic Area to be developed and remains one of its most wild and adventurous sections.
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One of the most breathtaking sights in Yangjiajie is the Natural Great Wall – a majestic line of tall, narrow sandstone peaks standing shoulder to shoulder like an ancient defensive wall. It’s a spectacular natural formation that resembles the Great Wall of China, but carved by the forces of nature over millions of years.
Yangjiajie is a good place for hikers and backpackers. Some sections of the trail are so steep that you’ll need to use both hands and feet to climb, making it the only area in the forest park that requires actual scrambling. If you’re up for the challenge, be sure to hike to Tianbo Mansion (Tianbo Fu) – a thrilling viewing platform perched high above the valley, offering panoramic views of surrounding cliffs and forested canyons.
The 72 Qilou (72 Strange Buildings, or 72 Wonder Towers) is a new landmark in downtown Zhangjiajie that blends Tujia stilt-house architecture with modern design. Located about 9.8 kilometers from Tianmen Mountain, its main tower stands 109.9 meters tall, with a 38-meter-high central hollow arch that aligns visually with Tianmen Cave, forming the unique “Double Cave Perspective” attraction.
Many visitors choose to explore Tianmen Mountain during the day, then head to 72 Qilou in the evening to experience its nighttime light show. If you arrive earlier, you can walk among restored Qing and Ming dynasty buildings, such as Da Fu Di and Zhuang Yuan Lou, and admire the precision of traditional mortise-and-tenon woodwork.
When the light show begins at 6:00 PM, the entire stilt-house complex is illuminated in vibrant colors, creating a dreamlike atmosphere perfect for photos. With a bit of luck, you might also catch immersive folk performances and a Tujia bonfire party. The surrounding area offers a wide variety of local snacks and street food for a perfect evening experience.
One ticket allows you to visit for 4 days. How amazing it should be! You’ll never regret a trip to Zhangjiajie. Aril to June and September to November will be the best time to start a Zhangjiajie trip, you can check tours below for some good ideas.
►4 Days Zhangjiajie Highlight Tour: Huangshi Village, Golden Whip Stream, Tianzi Mountain, Yuanjiajie Scenic Area, Tianmen Mountain
►5 Days Zhangjiajie & Fenghuang Tour: Huangshi Village, Golden Whip Stream, Tianzi Mountain, Yuanjiajie Scenic Area, Tianmen Mountain, Fenghuang Ancient Town
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