01Nature Escape
Southern Sichuan Bamboo Sea
蜀南竹海
All Ages
Admission
Adult entrance commonly CNY 100 in peak season and CNY 60 in low season; internal transport and add-on activities cost extra.
Typical Visit
5-7 hours; 2 days for a slower visit
Quick Facts
Ticket
Free entry to the riverside, square, and walking paths; the Three Rivers night cruise is a separate paid activity.
Hours
Riverside, square, and walking paths are open all day; cruise times and lighting schedules change by day.
Transport
No metro. Use taxi, bus, or walking in the old-city area of Yibin.
Duration
1-3 hours
Best Time
Year-round; late afternoon and evening work best
Visitors
All ages
How to Visit
1
Arrive around dusk
Hejiangmen works best from late afternoon into evening. In daylight, you can see the Jinsha River and Min River meet here to form the Yangtze River. After dark, the riverbanks and old-city lights become the main view.
Tip:If you only come by day, you miss the night view. If you only come at night, the river-color contrast is harder to see.
2
Treat it as an old-city walking stop
Hejiangmen itself does not need a complex route. Combine it on foot with Guanying Street, East Street, and Daguan Pavilion. See the riverside first, then return to the old city for food.
Tip:Parking in the old city is tight, especially during holidays, so driving into the core area is usually not worth it.
3
Separate the square from the cruise
The Hejiangmen riverside, square, and walking paths are free to visit. The Three Rivers night cruise is a separate paid activity and usually departs from around Hejiangmen Pier.
Tip:If you want the cruise, check the same-day sailing time before going. Do not rely on buying a ticket after randomly arriving at the river.
4
Choose your viewpoint
For close views, use Hejiangmen and Yangtze River Landmark Square. For a fuller night skyline, look for a viewpoint across the river or from higher ground.
Tip:During holidays, the square can be crowded, so leave extra patience for photos and lighting.
Highlights
- Hejiangmen’s core value is the meeting of three rivers and Yibin’s identity as the First City on the Yangtze.
- Daytime river views and nighttime lights feel different, so dusk is the most efficient time.
- The riverside walk is good for a short stop and does not need to be treated like a heavy scenic-area visit.
- Guanying Street, East Street, and Daguan Pavilion are nearby, making this a good old-city half-day walking route.
- The Three Rivers night cruise is useful if you want city lights from the water, but it is not part of the free square visit.
Insider Tips
✦Do not force a self-driving visit into the old city. Taxi, bus, or walking is usually easier.
✦For the river-color boundary, go in daylight and clear weather.
✦The riverside can be windier than the streets, so bring a light layer in spring, autumn, or winter.
✦If Hejiangmen Square is too crowded during holidays, move across the river or to nearby higher ground for the wider night view.
✦Hejiangmen fits best before or after dinner and does not need half a day on its own.
More Yibin Attractions
02Historic Walk
Lizhuang Ancient Town
李庄古镇
All Ages
Admission
Free entry to the old town; some exhibition halls, boats, or performances may charge separately.
Typical Visit
Half day; afternoon to evening works best
03City Guide
Xingwen Stone Sea
兴文石海
All Ages
Admission
Adult entrance is commonly around CNY 80; packages with sightseeing bus, boat, and return shuttle are commonly around CNY 120.
Typical Visit
4-6 hours
04Urban Landmark
Wuliangye Scenic Area
五粮液景区
All Ages
Admission
Free entry to the main visitor area; internal transport, creative products, and some experiences cost extra.
Typical Visit
2-3 hours
05City Guide
Wuliangye Wine Culture Museum
五粮液酒文化博物馆
All Ages
Admission
Free entry as part of the Wuliangye visitor area; shopping, tasting, and creative products cost extra.
Typical Visit
45-90 minutes; 2-3 hours with the wider Wuliangye route
06City Guide
China Yibin Yangtze River Landmark Square
中国宜宾长江地标广场
All Ages
Admission
Free entry.
Typical Visit
1-2 hours