Jieyang

揭阳|ChaoshanHeritageCity WalkWaterfalls

At a Glance

Visa Policy
Plan visa or transit eligibility by your China entry route
Best Season
Oct-Dec and Mar-May for more comfortable old-city and outdoor walking; May-Sep for fuller waterfall flow but wetter paths
Climate
Humid subtropical climate with hot, wet summers and conditions that can affect outdoor walking and waterfall routes

Top Attractions

01Nature Escape

Huangmanzhai Waterfall

黄满寨瀑布

All Ages

Admission

CNY 80–85 online for adults; around CNY 90 at the gate; student, senior and child tickets around CNY 40; children under 1.2 metres enter free.

Typical Visit

2–2.5 hours for the easier route; 3.5–4 hours for the full route.

02Built Heritage

Jieyang Confucian Temple

揭阳学宫

All Ages

Admission

Free; ID registration at the entrance.

Typical Visit

About 1 hour for a quick visit; 1.5–2 hours for a deeper visit.

03City Guide

Jieyang Ancient City

揭阳古城

All Ages

Admission

Free public streets; individual indoor venues and attractions set their own fees if applicable.

Typical Visit

2–3 hours for a quick loop; 4–5 hours for a fuller Citywalk; about 2 hours for an evening route.

04Built Heritage

Jinxian Gate Tower

进贤门城楼

All Ages

Admission

Free public access; no reservation required.

Typical Visit

30–60 minutes for the gate; 3–4 hours when used as an old-city walking start.

05City Guide

Yinggeqing Theater

英歌情剧场

All Ages

Admission

Theatre 1 guest seats around CNY 159–198; VIP seats around CNY 189–218; family and combination tickets vary.

Typical Visit

About 1.5 hours for Theatre 1; half a day to a full day for multiple theatres.

06Urban Landmark

Jieyang Tower

揭阳楼

All Ages

Admission

Free for the square and exterior; interior access and tower entry depend on the repair situation.

Typical Visit

30–60 minutes for the square; 3–4 hours with the riverfront-to-old-city route.

07City Guide

Jieyang City God Temple

揭阳城隍庙

All Ages

Admission

Free; no reservation required.

Typical Visit

30–60 minutes for the temple; 2–3 hours with the wider heritage route.

08Built Heritage

De'anli Ancient Village

德安里

All Ages

Admission

Free entry to the village lanes and shared areas; the museum and art gallery have separate access hours.

Typical Visit

1–2 hours for the short route; 2–3 hours for the deeper route.

09Built Heritage

Zhongshan Arcade Street

中山骑楼街

All Ages

Admission

Free public street; individual shops and food stalls set their own prices and hours.

Typical Visit

1.5–2 hours for the street; 3–4 hours with crafts, food and nearby old-city attractions.

10City Guide

Shuangfeng Temple

双峰寺

All Ages

Admission

Free; no reservation required.

Typical Visit

About 1 hour for the temple; 3–4 hours with the old-city route and evening lights.

11City Guide

Jieyang Rongjiang West Lake Park

揭阳榕江西湖

All Ages

Admission

Free park admission; boats and other recreational facilities may charge separately.

Typical Visit

About 1.5 hours for the quick route; about 3 hours for a full park visit; half a day with the old city.