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Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park

Real-name timed reservation required—fill the passport/ID number matching the person entering, and arrive in your slo…

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$9–$17

1–3 hours

Overview

Key takeaway

Real-name timed reservation required—fill the passport/ID number matching the person entering, and arrive in your slot. Unused tickets can be refunded via the order query page. Phone 0744-8230888.

Time & cost

Plan 1–3 hours. Budget: $9–$17. Hours: Official operating hours 07:30–16:00 (last entry around 16:00). Book a dated timed slot in advance; note the lower cableway station has been under upgrade construction—confirm the current boarding point on the official site before arrival..

Best for

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

Practical

Price$9–$17
Duration1–3 hours
HoursOfficial operating hours 07:30–16:00 (last entry around 16:00). Book a dated timed slot in advance; note the lower cableway station has been under upgrade construction—confirm the current boarding point on the official site before arrival.
Getting thereLower cableway station is in downtown Yongding District (Guanliping), ~8 km from the mountain top; bus 4/17 or a short taxi from Zhangjiajie West Station. From the summit you return via the same cableway or the Tianmen Cave escalator route.

Tips

On site

Real-name timed reservation required—fill the passport/ID number matching the person entering, and arrive in your slot.

Timing

Unused tickets can be refunded via the order query page.

Also

Phone 0744-8230888.

Timing

Leave with hours in mind (Official operating hours 07:30–16:00 (last entry around 16:00). Book a dated timed slot in advance; note the lower cableway station has been under upgrade construction—confirm the current boarding point on the official site before arrival.). 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 “天门山国家森林公园” 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

Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park, Zhangjiajie

MetroLower cableway station is in downtown Yongding District (Guanliping), ~8 km from the mountain top; bus 4/17 or a short taxi from Zhangjiajie West Station. From the summit you return via the same cableway or the Tianmen Cave escalator route.
BusLower cableway station is in downtown Yongding District (Guanliping), ~8 km from the mountain top; bus 4/17 or a short taxi from Zhangjiajie West Station. From the summit you return via the same cableway or the Tianmen Cave escalator route.
Taxi / DidiDidi or a licensed taxi is the simplest door-to-door. Set destination to “天门山国家森林公园” 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

    Editor note: the English-friendly entrance is the south gate. Show the QR in this guide to the ticket booth.

Guide Q&A

How much are tickets for Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park?

$9–$17

What are the opening hours of Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park?

Official operating hours 07:30–16:00 (last entry around 16:00). Book a dated timed slot in advance; note the lower cableway station has been under upgrade construction—confirm the current boarding point on the official site before arrival.

How do I get to Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park?

Lower cableway station is in downtown Yongding District (Guanliping), ~8 km from the mountain top; bus 4/17 or a short taxi from Zhangjiajie West Station. From the summit you return via the same cableway or the Tianmen Cave escalator route.

How long should I spend at Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park?

1–3 hours

Any practical tips for Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park?

Real-name timed reservation required—fill the passport/ID number matching the person entering, and arrive in your slot. Unused tickets can be refunded via the order query page. Phone 0744-8230888.

Is Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park in Zhangjiajie 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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