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Huanglong National Scenic Area

Fully real-name online, no on-site window—book via 阿坝旅游网 (www.abatour.com) before 18:00 the day before entry; daily c…

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$4–$24

1–3 hours

Overview

Key takeaway

Fully real-name online, no on-site window—book via 阿坝旅游网 (www.abatour.com) before 18:00 the day before entry; daily cap 13,000. Bring your passport; free oxygen bars are on route. Ticketing line 0837-7249188.

Time & cost

Plan 1–3 hours. Budget: $4–$24. Hours: Main area entry 07:30; cable car runs 08:30, up-bound last 17:00, cableway closes 17:30, ticket sales stop 16:30. Songpan notice lists an 08:00 opening—confirm the entry time for your date..

Best for

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

Practical

Price$4–$24
Duration1–3 hours
HoursMain area entry 07:30; cable car runs 08:30, up-bound last 17:00, cableway closes 17:30, ticket sales stop 16:30. Songpan notice lists an 08:00 opening—confirm the entry time for your date.
Getting thereLocated in Songpan County, ~2.5 h by road from Jiuzhaigou mouth and ~52 km from Jiuzhai Huanglong Airport (JZH). Combine as a day trip from the Jiuzhaigou base; cable car up, boardwalk down to the Five-Colored Pool at 3,576 m.

Tips

On site

Fully real-name online, no on-site window—book via 阿坝旅游网 (www.abatour.com) before 18:00 the day before entry; daily cap 13,000.

Timing

Bring your passport; free oxygen bars are on route.

Also

Ticketing line 0837-7249188.

Timing

Leave with hours in mind (Main area entry 07:30; cable car runs 08:30, up-bound last 17:00, cableway closes 17:30, ticket sales stop 16:30. Songpan notice lists an 08:00 opening—confirm the entry time for your date.). 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.

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Show the Chinese name “黄龙风景名胜区” 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

Huanglong National Scenic Area, Jiuzhaigou

MetroIf there is no direct metro pin, ride metro to a central Jiuzhaigou hub, then transfer by bus or Didi to Huanglong National Scenic Area.
BusLocated in Songpan County, ~2.5 h by road from Jiuzhaigou mouth and ~52 km from Jiuzhai Huanglong Airport (JZH). Combine as a day trip from the Jiuzhaigou base; cable car up, boardwalk down to the Five-Colored Pool at 3,576 m.
Taxi / DidiDidi or a licensed taxi is the simplest door-to-door. Set destination to “黄龙风景名胜区” and pay in-app with Alipay/WeChat.

Reviews

★★★★★4.6· 24 reviews

  • 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.

  • ChinaPie Editors★★★★★
    Editor note

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

Guide Q&A

How much are tickets for Huanglong National Scenic Area?

$4–$24

What are the opening hours of Huanglong National Scenic Area?

Main area entry 07:30; cable car runs 08:30, up-bound last 17:00, cableway closes 17:30, ticket sales stop 16:30. Songpan notice lists an 08:00 opening—confirm the entry time for your date.

How do I get to Huanglong National Scenic Area?

Located in Songpan County, ~2.5 h by road from Jiuzhaigou mouth and ~52 km from Jiuzhai Huanglong Airport (JZH). Combine as a day trip from the Jiuzhaigou base; cable car up, boardwalk down to the Five-Colored Pool at 3,576 m.

How long should I spend at Huanglong National Scenic Area?

1–3 hours

Any practical tips for Huanglong National Scenic Area?

Fully real-name online, no on-site window—book via 阿坝旅游网 (www.abatour.com) before 18:00 the day before entry; daily cap 13,000. Bring your passport; free oxygen bars are on route. Ticketing line 0837-7249188.

Is Huanglong National Scenic Area in Jiuzhaigou 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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