Yunnan Ticket Prices
Current entrance fees for major attractions across Yunnan Province (2026).
| Attraction | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Stone Forest (Kunming) | CNY 175 | Includes Naigu Stone Forest. Electric cart CNY 25 extra. |
| Jade Dragon Snow Mountain (Lijiang) | CNY 130 | Entry only. Cable car CNY 180 (Spruce Meadow) or CNY 200 (Glacier Park). Impression Lijiang show CNY 248. |
| Lijiang Old Town | Free (maintenance fee) | CNY 80 'Ancient Town Maintenance Fee' collected at most guesthouses and some attractions. |
| Dali Three Pagodas | CNY 121 | Includes Chongsheng Temple complex. |
| Erhai Lake Cruise | CNY 142 | Large boat cruise. Small private boats are negotiable (~CNY 80-120). |
| Songzanlin Monastery (Shangri-La) | CNY 115 | Includes shuttle bus inside the complex. |
| Pudacuo National Park (Shangri-La) | CNY 138 | Includes shuttle bus. The park spans 1,300 sq km. |
| Yuanyang Rice Terraces | CNY 100 | Multi-day pass covering multiple viewpoints. |
| Tropical Botanical Garden (Xishuangbanna) | CNY 104 | One of China's largest botanical gardens. |
| Wild Elephant Valley (Xishuangbanna) | CNY 85 | Best visited in the morning when elephants are most active. |
Tips for Saving on Tickets
Student Discounts
Most attractions offer 50% off for full-time students with a valid ISIC card or Chinese student ID. Always carry your student card.
Senior Discounts
Visitors over 60 or 65 (varies by site) often receive free or discounted entry. Carry your passport as proof of age.
Where to Buy
Tickets are available at each attraction's ticket office. Some sites (Jade Dragon Snow Mountain cable cars, Lijiang shows) sell out during peak season - book 1-2 days ahead through your guesthouse or on Chinese travel platforms.
Combination Tickets
Some destinations offer combo tickets. For example, the Kunming Expo Garden + Golden Temple combo saves ~CNY 30 versus buying separately. Ask at your guesthouse about current deals.
Payment Methods
WeChat Pay and Alipay are accepted at ticket offices. Cash is always accepted. International credit cards are rarely usable for ticket purchases.
Peak Season Surcharges
Some attractions charge higher prices during national holidays (Chinese New Year, Labor Day, National Day). Budget 10-20% extra during these periods.