Join the included guide if available
The palace is much more useful with historical context about the Mu family, Naxi rule, and the building sequence.
Follow the main axis upward
Move from the entrance through the ceremonial halls, library-style buildings, upper halls, and garden areas without doubling back.
Use the upper halls for perspective
From higher points, look back over Lijiang Old Town's tiled roofs and toward Jade Dragon Snow Mountain when the weather is clear.
Exit into the old-town core
After Mufu, continue to Sifang Street, Zhongyi Market, or nearby lanes instead of treating it as an isolated attraction.
✦Go earlier in the day if you want calmer halls and better light.
✦Use the guide rather than rushing straight to photo spots.
✦Expect stairs and uneven paving through the complex.
✦If you plan to visit Lion Hill too, compare whether you need both viewpoints.
✦Keep your route inside the old town simple after exiting; the lanes can be disorienting.
白沙古镇
All Ages
Admission
Baisha Ancient Town lanes are free to walk. Baisha Murals are a separate paid venue, commonly listed around CNY 20-30; some Yulong Snow Mountain combo products include Baisha Murals.
Typical Visit
2-4 hours
黑龙潭公园
All Ages
Admission
No separate standalone admission is normally needed, but access may be tied to Lijiang Old Town maintenance-fee rules. Carry ID and check the gate notice if asked.
Typical Visit
1-2 hours; half-day if adding Elephant Hill
蓝月谷
All Ages
Admission
Blue Moon Valley is inside Yulong Snow Mountain. Budget for Yulong Snow Mountain admission CNY 100 and the scenic sightseeing bus CNY 20; the optional Blue Moon Valley electric cart is CNY 40 for the full route or CNY 20 per stop.
Typical Visit
1.5-3 hours
大落水村
All Ages
Admission
Daluoshui is inside the wider Lugu Lake scenic area. Use the Lugu Lake admission ticket, commonly CNY 70; boat rides, bonfire events, lodging, and local activities are extra.
Typical Visit
2-4 hours; overnight if using it as a base
《印象·丽江》
All Ages
Admission
Official listed prices are CNY 280 for a standard ticket and CNY 346 for a VIP ticket. Discount bundles with Yulong Snow Mountain transport or cableways may be sold separately.
Typical Visit
1-1.5 hours for the show; longer with mountain transfers
玉龙雪山
Adults Focused
Admission
Yulong Snow Mountain admission is CNY 100. The scenic sightseeing bus is CNY 20. Optional official items include Glacier Park cableway CNY 120 plus bus, Yunshanping cableway CNY 40 plus bus, snow sightseeing train CNY 50 one-way or CNY 80 return, and other paid add-ons.
Typical Visit
6-8 hours