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Tunxi Old Street

No reservation needed. Weekends and national holidays are crowded; go early or after 20:00 for quieter lanes.

SightsCity & Nightlife
★★★★★4.6(24 reviews)

Free

1–3 hours

Huangshan city guide →

Overview

Key takeaway

No reservation needed. Weekends and national holidays are crowded; go early or after 20:00 for quieter lanes.

Time & cost

Plan 1–3 hours. Budget: Free. Hours: Open-air pedestrian street, shops generally ~09:00–22:00; the green-stone lane is free to walk any time. Best at dusk when lanterns come on..

Best for

Best for first-time Huangshan visitors who want a clear 1–3 hours stop without guesswork.

Practical

PriceFree
Duration1–3 hours
HoursOpen-air pedestrian street, shops generally ~09:00–22:00; the green-stone lane is free to walk any time. Best at dusk when lanterns come on.
Getting thereIn Tunxi District, the old town core; a short taxi from Huangshan North HSR Station or Tunxi hotels. Cross the Xinan River bridge to Liyang Old Lane for the newer cultural block.

Tips

On site

No reservation needed.

Timing

Weekends and national holidays are crowded; go early or after 20:00 for quieter lanes.

Timing

Leave with hours in mind (Open-air pedestrian street, shops generally ~09:00–22:00; the green-stone lane is free to walk any time. Best at dusk when lanterns come on.). Weekends and holidays need extra queue time.

Pay

Nearby stalls usually take Alipay or WeChat. Foreign-card terminals are rare — set up Alipay before you go.

Show this

Show the Chinese name “屯溪老街” to drivers and staff. It beats a long English explanation.

Show to staff

你好，请问入口在哪里？我有预约/门票，谢谢。

Nǐ hǎo, qǐngwèn rùkǒu zài nǎlǐ? Wǒ yǒu yùyuē / ménpiào, xièxie.

Hi — where is the entrance? I have a reservation/ticket. Thank you.

Location & how to go

Tunxi Old Street, Huangshan

MetroIn Tunxi District, the old town core; a short taxi from Huangshan North HSR Station or Tunxi hotels. Cross the Xinan River bridge to Liyang Old Lane for the newer cultural block.
BusIn Tunxi District, the old town core; a short taxi from Huangshan North HSR Station or Tunxi hotels. Cross the Xinan River bridge to Liyang Old Lane for the newer cultural block.
Taxi / DidiDidi or a licensed taxi is the simplest door-to-door. Set destination to “屯溪老街” and pay in-app with Alipay/WeChat.

Reviews

★★★★★4.6· 24 reviews

  • ChinaPie Editors★★★★★
    Editor note

    We re-checked the opening hours and metro exit on site; signage matches the guide above.

  • ChinaPie Editors★★★★★
    Editor note

    ChinaPie editors verified the ticket window and entry rules in person. Arrive before 08:30 to skip the school-group queues.

Guide Q&A

How much are tickets for Tunxi Old Street?

Free

What are the opening hours of Tunxi Old Street?

Open-air pedestrian street, shops generally ~09:00–22:00; the green-stone lane is free to walk any time. Best at dusk when lanterns come on.

How do I get to Tunxi Old Street?

In Tunxi District, the old town core; a short taxi from Huangshan North HSR Station or Tunxi hotels. Cross the Xinan River bridge to Liyang Old Lane for the newer cultural block.

How long should I spend at Tunxi Old Street?

1–3 hours

Any practical tips for Tunxi Old Street?

No reservation needed. Weekends and national holidays are crowded; go early or after 20:00 for quieter lanes.

Is Tunxi Old Street in Huangshan easy for first-time visitors?

Yes as a typical tourist stop. Save the metro stop, screenshot tickets/hours, and allow extra time on weekends.

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