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
Public bridge access; local operating status can change for crowd control, events, or maintenance. Visit after dark for the lighting effect.
Transport
No metro. From Lidui Park Station (离堆公园站), walk about 5-10 minutes through the old-town area.
Duration
30-60 minutes
Best Time
Year-round; clear evenings are best for photos
Visitors
All ages
How to Visit
1
Arrive after dinner or before the evening crowd
The bridge is a short stop, so it works best after Dujiangyan Scenic Area or Guanxian Ancient City. Arrive before the busiest photo time if you want space.
Tip:It is not worth a separate long trip by itself.
2
Treat the blue water as a lighting effect
The famous blue look comes from bridge lighting, moving water, and camera exposure. It can look stronger in photos than to the naked eye.
Tip:This keeps expectations realistic.
3
Use nearby viewpoints instead of blocking the bridge
Try the bridge ends, riverside railings, or nearby small platforms for photos. Keep moving if police or staff are managing the crowd.
Tip:Weekends can become congested quickly.
Highlights
- Free evening stop next to Guanxian Ancient City
- Covered bridge architecture over fast-moving water
- Lighting effect that photographs well from several angles
- Easy walk from Lidui Park Station and the scenic-area exit
Insider Tips
✦Pair it with dinner in Guanxian Ancient City instead of making it a separate itinerary block.
✦Bring a light layer in cool seasons because the riverside can feel windy.
✦Use a steady hand or small tripod for night photos, but do not block foot traffic.
✦Expect crowds after sunset on weekends and holidays.
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