Top 10 Things to Do in Zhangjiajie
Top 10 Things to Do in Zhangjiajie
The top ten activities that must be experienced when traveling to Zhangjiajie can be summarized as follows, which not only allow tourists to deeply experience the natural beauty of Zhangjiajie, but also the rich local culture and Folk Customs:
1. View the strange peaks and rocks of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park:
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park is famous for its unique quartz sandstone peaks and forests landforms. Visitors can stroll along the Golden Whip Stream, take the Hundred Dragons Stairway to Heaven, hit the Qiankun Pillar, the location of Avatar, and enjoy the world's highest drop natural stone bridge, the First Bridge under the Sky, and so on, to feel the ghostly craftsmanship of nature.
2. Extreme experience in Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park:
Ride the world's longest alpine passenger ropeway, challenge the 99-turn mountain road, experience the escalator through the mountain and the suspension trestle around the mountain, which is a paradise for extreme sports enthusiasts and an excellent place to enjoy the Tianmen Mountain Sea of Clouds and Tianmen Cave.
3. Glass Bridge Adventure at Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon:
Walk on the world's longest glass bridge and feel the thrill of the ten-thousand-foot abyss under your feet while enjoying the stunning scenery of the canyon. In addition, you can also experience glass slides, high-altitude zip lines and other exciting programs.
4. Ice and snow amusement in Ice and Snow World:
In Zhangjiajie Ice and Snow World, you can enjoy the fun of ice and snow, whether it is a hot summer day or a cold winter day. There are beginner and intermediate snow trails for skiers of different levels. There are also snow circles, snow yobos, ice bumper cars and other ice and snow amusement programs for children and adults to enjoy.
5. Cultural experience of Tujia and Miao:
Zhangjiajie is home to a number of ethnic groups, including the Tujia and Miao, and tourists can visit scenic spots such as the Tujia Style Garden and Charming Xiangxi to watch original ethnic performances and learn about the local customs and traditional culture.
6. Live performance of Tianmen Fox Fairy:
Watch the live-action performance of Tianmen Fox Fairy, an open-air musical with Tianmen Mountain as the backdrop, which presents a moving story of human-fox love to the audience through high-tech means such as sound, light and electricity, bringing an immersive viewing experience.
Every year during the Lantern Festival, the urban area of Zhangjiajie City will hold a grand Lantern Festival, which is one of the five major festivals and cultural brands in the country. Visitors can enjoy the Tujia Nuo opera, lantern theater and other original ethnic folk art performances, and feel the strong festive atmosphere.
8. Hiking adventure in Wulingyuan:
In Wulingyuan scenic area, tourists can choose hiking tours to deeply explore the Yuanjiajie, Yangjiajie and other stunning attractions. With towering peaks, deep canyons and gurgling streams, it is a paradise for hiking enthusiasts.
9. The stunning experience of the high-altitude observation deck:
Climb up to the high-altitude viewing platform of Huangshizhai or Tianzi Mountain to overlook the magnificent scenery of the whole Wulingyuan Scenic Area. Standing on the high place, the clouds and mist, the mountains are continuous, as if in a fairyland.
10. Specialty food tasting:
During the tour in Zhangjiajie, you must taste the local specialties. Such as Tujia kudzu powder, preserved sausage, glutinous rice poop and other flavorful snacks, as well as authentic Tujia dishes. These cuisines not only have a unique taste, but also allow visitors to better understand the local culture and eating habits.
The above ten activities cover many aspects of Zhangjiajie's natural scenery, extreme experiences, cultural performances, and cuisines, which are wonderful experiences that tourists should not miss during their travels in Zhangjiajie.
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Daniel Dorothea
Canada
Reviewed on April 29,2025
Shopping on Nanjing Road in Shanghai was just amazing! It's truly the "First Commercial Street of China", where tradition and modernity blend perfectly. You can find awesome souvenirs and experience the trendy vibes in cool stores. The neon lights at night are just spectacular, shining bright like Times Square in New York. The food here is incredible too. I had a feast for my taste buds. Shanghai, I'll definitely be back!
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Elvis Eva
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Reviewed on June 20,2025
As a solo traveler from Canada, I was nervous about navigating China alone—but this 11-day tour was PERFECT! From hiking the Great Wall at sunrise (Day 3) to gasping at the Terracotta Army (Day 5), every day delivered ‘pinch-me’ moments. The real showstopper? Zhangjiajie’s Avatar Mountains (Day 7)! Our guide made the stone pillars come alive with stories.
Massive thanks for handling all logistics—bullet train tickets, entry passes, car! And the 4-star hotels surprised me.
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Simon
America
Reviewed on May 29,2025
Our 2-day Zhangjiajie tour was beyond spectacular! As someone who’s visited Beijing and Shanghai for work, this trip revealed China’s wild, magical heart. Day 1 in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park felt like stepping onto Pandora—I’m a huge Avatar fan, and Yuanjiajie’s floating peaks left me breathless. The misty pillars and lush valleys like pure movie magic!
Then came Fenghuang Ancient Town, we eat dinner beside the thundering waterfall. It seems Unreal! The night views of stilt houses glowing over the river were straight from a fairy tale.
For fellow Avatar lovers and adventure seekers: Don’t miss this bucket-list experience! 10/10 would return.
A Well-Traveled Film Buff, May 2025
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