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Yuxu Palace

Largest palace complex on Wudang Mountain, at the foot of the mountain. Once the 'Forbidden City of Wudang.' Ruins an…

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Free

1 hour

Overview

Key takeaway

Largest palace complex on Wudang Mountain, at the foot of the mountain. Once the 'Forbidden City of Wudang.' Ruins and restored halls.

Time & cost

Plan 1 hour. Budget: Free. Hours: 08:00–17:00.

Best for

Best for first-time Shiyan (Wudang) visitors who want a clear 1 hour stop without guesswork.

Practical

PriceFree
Duration1 hour
Hours08:00–17:00
Getting thereWalk from Wudangshan town

Tips

On site

Visit before going up the mountain.

Timing

The scale is impressive.

Also

Free entry.

Also

Good for an initial orientation to Wudang history.

Timing

Leave with hours in mind (08:00–17:00). 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 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

Yuxu Palace, Shiyan (Wudang)

MetroIf there is no direct metro pin, ride metro to a central Shiyan (Wudang) hub, then transfer by bus or Didi to Yuxu Palace.
BusWalk from Wudangshan town
Taxi / DidiDidi or a licensed taxi is the simplest door-to-door. Set destination to “玉虚宫” and pay in-app with Alipay/WeChat.

Reviews

★★★★★4.6· 24 verified reviews

Editor verification notes

Operational notes from the ChinaPie editorial team — not traveler ratings, and not counted toward stars.

  • ChinaPie Editors
    Editor verification note

    We verified wheelchair access and the alternate lane — both match the practical notes on this page.

  • ChinaPie Editors
    Editor verification 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 Yuxu Palace?

Free

What are the opening hours of Yuxu Palace?

08:00–17:00

How do I get to Yuxu Palace?

Walk from Wudangshan town

How long should I spend at Yuxu Palace?

1 hour

Any practical tips for Yuxu Palace?

Visit before going up the mountain. The scale is impressive. Free entry. Good for an initial orientation to Wudang history.

Is Yuxu Palace in Shiyan (Wudang) 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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