01Historic Walk
Leshan Confucian Temple
乐山文庙
All Ages
Admission
Free entry. Reservation or on-site registration may be required.
Typical Visit
1-2 hours
Quick Facts
Ticket
Free entry to Baoguo Temple.
Hours
Daylight temple visit. Use morning or late afternoon for a quieter stop, and do not treat it as a late-night attraction.
Transport
No metro. From Emeishan Station, use taxi, local bus, or tourist transport to Baoguo Temple / Huangwan visitor area.
Duration
45-90 minutes
Best Time
Year-round; early morning before mountain departures is quietest
Visitors
All ages
How to Visit
1
Use it as the mountain gateway
Baoguo Temple sits near the base visitor area, so it works before or after collecting Mount Emei tickets and bus information.
Tip:It is not the same as entering the full mountain scenic route.
2
Walk the core halls slowly
Move through the gate, main halls, red-wall areas, old trees, and courtyards without turning the visit into only a photo stop.
Tip:Keep voices low and follow temple rules.
3
Pair it with Fuhu Temple or the museum area
If you are staying at the mountain base, Baoguo and Fuhu make an easy low-effort walk before a bigger mountain day.
Tip:Check nearby museum status because closures can happen during upgrades.
Highlights
- Free temple at the foot of Mount Emei
- Good first stop for understanding Emei's Buddhist setting
- Easy access from visitor centers and base hotels
- Short visit that fits arrival day or post-mountain recovery
- Useful pairing with Fuhu Temple and lower mountain walks
Insider Tips
✦Avoid pushy incense or souvenir sales if you are not interested.
✦Dress modestly and remove hats where required in halls.
✦Go early if you want the calmest atmosphere.
✦Traffic control can affect bus stops near holidays; be ready to walk from nearby gates.
✦Use this as a gentle stop, not a substitute for Mount Emei's main route.
More Leshan Attractions
02City Guide
Dadu River Jinkou Grand Canyon
大渡河金口大峡谷
Adults Focused
Admission
Free canyon road area for eligible visitors. Paid boat products may operate separately, but this route is not reliable enough for a normal foreign-passport itinerary.
Typical Visit
Full day from Leshan; longer with Gu Lu Village hiking
03City Guide
Leshan Ebony Museum
乐山乌木博物馆
All Ages
Admission
Adult ticket CNY 90 on major ticketing pages. Discounted online, local, or concession prices may be lower.
Typical Visit
1.5-2.5 hours
04City Guide
Leshan Giant Buddha Daytime Cruise
乐山大佛白天游船
All Ages
Admission
CNY 70 for the standard daytime Buddha-viewing cruise. Fast-pass or VIP products can be CNY 150 when sold.
Typical Visit
30-40 minutes on the boat; allow extra time for queues and pier transfer
05City Guide
Leshan Giant Buddha
乐山大佛
All Ages
Admission
CNY 80 for the daytime mountain-and-Buddha scenic ticket. The daytime Buddha-viewing cruise is separate at CNY 70.
Typical Visit
4-5 hours for the walking route; 30-40 minutes for cruise-only viewing
06City Guide
Golden Summit
金顶
All Ages
Admission
No separate Golden Summit admission, but you need the Mount Emei ticket. Golden Summit cableway: CNY 65 up and CNY 55 down in peak season; CNY 30 up and CNY 20 down in low season.
Typical Visit
4-6 hours from the mountain base; longer if staying for sunrise