01City Guide
Anlan Cable Bridge
安澜索桥
All Ages
Admission
Included in the Dujiangyan Scenic Area ticket: CNY 80 adult, CNY 40 minor or student.
Typical Visit
15-30 minutes within the scenic-area route
Quick Facts
Ticket
Free entry.
Hours
Open all day as a public ancient-town district; shops, restaurants, and temples keep their own hours.
Transport
No metro. From Chengdu or Dujiangyan, the easiest approach is by car or taxi; public transport usually connects through Qingchengshan Station (青城山站), Chongzhou, or local buses.
Duration
2-4 hours
Best Time
Mar-May, Sep-Nov; summer works for shaded tea stops
Visitors
All ages
How to Visit
1
Treat it as a side trip, not central Dujiangyan
Jiezi Ancient Town is in Chongzhou near the Qingcheng area. It works well if you have a car, a Qingcheng Mountain plan, or an extra half day.
Tip:It is less convenient than Guanxian Ancient City for rail travelers.
2
Walk the main street before choosing a tea stop
Use the main lanes, old bridge area, snack stalls, and tea houses for a relaxed town walk. Do not rush to eat at the first doorway.
Tip:Menus and crowds vary by lane.
3
Add Guangyan Temple only with enough time
The temple and mountain-side sections add a calmer cultural stop, but they require more transport or walking. Skip them if you only want a light old-town visit.
Tip:The ancient town itself is enough for a short stop.
4
Plan the return before evening traffic
Weekends can bring parking and traffic pressure. Arrange your return car or bus connection before you sit down for a long meal.
Tip:This matters more here than in central Dujiangyan.
Highlights
- Free ancient-town walk near Qingcheng Mountain
- Good place for tea, snacks, and a slower Sichuan town rhythm
- Optional Guangyan Temple and mountain-side add-on
- Works well for self-drive travelers
- Less intense than the major scenic-area routes
Insider Tips
✦Do not schedule it as your only Dujiangyan stop if this is your first trip; the waterworks and Qingcheng are stronger priorities.
✦Go on a weekday for a calmer tea-house experience.
✦Ask prices before ordering larger dishes or local specialties.
✦Wear comfortable shoes for stone lanes.
✦Use it after Qingcheng Mountain only if your group still has energy.
More Dujiangyan Attractions
02City Guide
Dujiangyan China Giant Panda Garden
都江堰中华大熊猫苑
All Ages
Admission
CNY 58 adult ticket; CNY 29 child, eligible senior, or student ticket. Sightseeing cart is separate and costs CNY 15.
Typical Visit
1.5-2.5 hours
03Historic Walk
Erwang Temple
二王庙
All Ages
Admission
Included in the Dujiangyan Scenic Area ticket: CNY 80 adult, CNY 40 minor or student.
Typical Visit
45-90 minutes inside a 3-5 hour scenic-area visit
04Historic Walk
Fulong Temple
伏龙观
All Ages
Admission
Included in the Dujiangyan Scenic Area ticket: CNY 80 adult, CNY 40 minor or student.
Typical Visit
30-60 minutes within the scenic-area route
05Food District
Guanxian Ancient City
灌县古城
All Ages
Admission
Free public old-town district; individual venues, food, and special events charge separately.
Typical Visit
1.5-3 hours
06City Guide
Hongkou Drifting
虹口漂流
All Ages
Admission
Adult rafting tickets are sold by date and product: CNY 170 is the current 2026 listed price, while some adult rafting products show CNY 190-198. Children's ticket is CNY 99 for children roughly 1.0-1.3 m; children under 1.0 m cannot raft.
Typical Visit
2-3 hours for rafting; longer with transfer time