Wuyi Palace
The gateway to the Wuyi Mountain scenic area, Wuyi Palace was first built during the Tianbao era of the Tang dynasty and was expanded to more than 300 rooms during the Song dynasty. Today,…
Wuyi Palace, Wuyi Mountain
Key facts
- Admission
- Included in the Wuyishan main scenic area ticket
- Opening hours
- 8：00—18：00
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Getting there
- Take the sightseeing bus within the scenic area to Wuyi Palace stop; it is also the end point of the Nine-Bend Stream bamboo rafting, reachable right after getting off the raft
- Guidebook rating
- 3 / 5
From China Self Guided Travel 2025, page 1581. Open in Google Maps
About Wuyi Palace
The gateway to the Wuyi Mountain scenic area, Wuyi Palace was first built during the Tianbao era of the Tang dynasty and was expanded to more than 300 rooms during the Song dynasty. Today, two Dragon Wells and Wannian Palace and Sanqing Hall survive. Wannian Palace now houses the Zhu Xi Memorial Hall, Sanqing Hall is home to the International Lanting Academy, and nearby are Song Street and the Wuyi Mountain Museum at its eastern end. All are worth a visit.
Tips from the guidebook
- Near Song Street are the Wuyi Villa, which won a national first-prize architecture award, and the Manting Mountain House, with its distinctive design.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Wuyi Palace cost?
Admission to Wuyi Palace is Included in the Wuyishan main scenic area ticket, as listed in the 2025 guidebook. Prices can change; check the official channel before you go.
What are the opening hours of Wuyi Palace?
Wuyi Palace is open 8：00—18：00.
How do I get to Wuyi Palace?
Take the sightseeing bus within the scenic area to Wuyi Palace stop; it is also the end point of the Nine-Bend Stream bamboo rafting, reachable right after getting off the raft
How long should I spend at Wuyi Palace?
Plan on 1–2 hours for Wuyi Palace.
Where is Wuyi Palace?
Wuyi Palace is in Wuyi Mountain, Fujian Province, in the East China of China. Tianxin Village, Wuyi Subdistrict, Wuyishan City, Nanping City, Fujian Province
More places in Wuyi Mountain
Longchuan Grand Canyon
The Longchuan Grand Canyon is a delightful place, a world of miniature landscapes and waterfalls. After seeing the Chongquan Waterfall, you can walk among towering ancient trees, a scene of great beauty. Surrounded by green hills and clear waters, the canyon quietly expresses the poetry and painting of Wuyi Mountain. The air is fresh and rich in negative ions, making it a natural oxygen bar.
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Huxiao Rock
Tiger Roar Rock rises steeply into the sky, with springs and boulders, and is one of the few truly outstanding scenic spots in Wuyi Mountain.
Included in the Wuyishan main scenic area ticket · 2–3 hours
Yixiantian (Thread of Sky)
A huge boulder leans over three adjoining caves. Inside them, you can look up through a crack and see a single thread of daylight. Besides its unique scenery, the site is home to some rare plants and animals and holds cultural relics.
Included in the Wuyishan main scenic area ticket · 1 hour
East China's No. 1 Rafting Route
This is the Tongmu Stream inflatable raft ride, with four or five sections of extremely steep drops and thrills throughout. You must hold on to the raft the entire way, making it a must-visit for adventure lovers.
¥100, about 90 minutes of rafting · 1.5-2.5 hours
Jiuqu Stream
Ride a replica bamboo raft about 2 metres wide and 9 metres long from Nine Bends to First Bend. This is the most distinctive attraction in Wuyi Mountain, offering views of the entire area. As the Jiuqu Stream alternates between calm and rushing waters, the bamboo raft glides past peak after peak of breathtaking scenery. You can also spot the “Wuyi boat coffins,” which have been suspended on the sheer cliffs for more than 3,000 years. Bamboo rafting
¥100 per person, plus ¥2 per person for insurance. Each raft seats 6 people. Rafting takes about 90 minutes. · 2–4 hours
Yangu Huaxiang Trail
The Yangu Huaxiang Trail (Rock Bones and Fragrant Flowers Trail) has several especially beautiful sights. Wuyi Mountain's finest tea-growing areas lie along this route and its surroundings, and locals also call it “the most expensive and most romantic road.”
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