Wudang Mountains

Address Wudangshan Town, Danjiangkou, Shiyan City, Shiyan, Hubei
Hours Scenic area entry and shuttle buses: 07:30–17:30; Cable car: 08:00–16:30 (weather permitting)
Phone +86 719 5668567
Announcement: UNESCO Sacred Taoist Mountain
Entrance ¥250
Hours Scenic area entry...
Best Season April to May for l...
Time needed 1–2 days
Last visit: Aug 5, 2026
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Wudang Mountains Overview

A world-renowned UNESCO World Heritage site and the sacred birthplace of Taoist martial arts and Tai Chi. Renowned for its ancient Ming Dynasty temple complexes perched on sheer mountain cliffs, dramatic granite peaks, and rich martial arts culture.

Wudang Mountains Opening Hours & Tickets

  • Scenic area entry and shuttle buses: 07:30–17:30; Cable car: 08:00–16:30 (weather permitting)
  • Best season: April to May for lush spring blossoms and comfortable temperatures, or September to November for clear skies, crisp air, and vibrant autumn foliage.
  • Ticket note: Standard adult package costs approximately 250 CNY (includes main entrance, eco-...

Essential Wudang Mountains Visitor Information

  • Enquiries: +86 719 5668567
  • Internal scenic shuttle bus network
  • Qiongtai cable car to Golden Summit
  • Luggage storage service at main entrance
  • Tourist visitor center with English brochures
  • Mountain guesthouses and restaurants
  • Restrooms at all major temple stops

How to Get to Wudang Mountains

Take a high-speed train to Wudangshan East Railway Station (15–20 minutes by taxi to the main visitor center) or Shiyan East Station (approx. 30–40 minutes by taxi or direct scenic bus). Shiyan Wudangshan Airport is located 30 km away.

Wudang Mountains Travel Safety & Advice

Dial 120 for medical emergencies in China. First aid posts and mountain rescue stations are available at Qiongtai, Nanyan, and the Golden Summit.

Practical Info

  • Wudangshan Town, Danjiangkou, Shiyan City, Shiyan, Hubei
  • Scenic area entry and shuttle buses: 07:30–17:30; Cable car: 08:00–16:30 (weather permitting)
  • +86 719 5668567
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Tickets

  • Standard adult package costs approximately 250 CNY (includes main entrance, eco-...

Online booking may be required

Tips

To avoid morning crowds and catch sunrise at the Golden Summit, stay overnight at a guesthouse located on the mountain near Nanyan or Qiongt...

Reality Check

  • Physical passport is strictly mandatory for ticket collection and security checkpoints.
  • The mountain complex is vast and requires navigating an internal shuttle bus network between distant sites.
  • Cable car lines to Golden Summit can exceed 1 to 2 hours during national holidays.
  • Expect thousands of stone steps if hiking between major temples.
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