Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
Covering 154 square kilometres, the Mount Huangshan scenic area is world-famous for its “Four Wonders”: dramatically twisted pines, strangely shaped granite peaks, sea-of-clouds views,…
Huangshan (Yellow Mountain), Anhui Province · AI illustration for China Trip
Key facts
- Admission
- Peak season ¥190; off-season ¥150
- Opening hours
- Peak season: 7:00–17:00 (Monday to Friday), 6:30–17:30 (Saturday and Sunday) Off-season: 8:00–16:30
- Time needed
- 1–3 days
- Getting there
- Fly or take the train to Huangshan City. From the Tunxi Bus Station (屯溪客运站), take a coach to Tangkou Town (汤口镇) at the foot of the mountain, fare about ¥30. From Tangkou, the Huangshan New National Line runs to four stops at the mountain's base, with fares of ¥8–19. For the front mountain, get off at the Ciguangge Mountain Gate Stop (慈光阁山门停车站), fare about ¥19.
- Guidebook rating
- 5 / 5
From China Self Guided Travel 2025, page 1273. Open in Google Maps
About Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
Covering 154 square kilometres, the Mount Huangshan scenic area is world-famous for its “Four Wonders”: dramatically twisted pines, strangely shaped granite peaks, sea-of-clouds views, and hot springs. A local saying goes: “Without visiting Wenshu Courtyard (Yuping Tower), you haven't seen Huangshan's true face; without reaching Tiandu Peak, your trip is wasted; without Guangming Summit, you haven't seen Huangshan's scenery; without Lion Peak, you haven't found Huangshan's trail; without Shixin Peak, you haven't seen Huangshan's pines.”
Frequently asked questions
How much does Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) cost?
Admission to Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) is Peak season ¥190; off-season ¥150, as listed in the 2025 guidebook. Prices can change; check the official channel before you go.
What are the opening hours of Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)?
Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) is open Peak season: 7:00–17:00 (Monday to Friday), 6:30–17:30 (Saturday and Sunday) Off-season: 8:00–16:30.
How do I get to Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)?
Fly or take the train to Huangshan City. From the Tunxi Bus Station (屯溪客运站), take a coach to Tangkou Town (汤口镇) at the foot of the mountain, fare about ¥30. From Tangkou, the Huangshan New National Line runs to four stops at the mountain's base, with fares of ¥8–19. For the front mountain, get off at the Ciguangge Mountain Gate Stop (慈光阁山门停车站), fare about ¥19.
How long should I spend at Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)?
Plan on 1–3 days for Huangshan (Yellow Mountain).
Where is Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)?
Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) is in Huangshan (Yellow Mountain), Anhui Province, in the East China of China.