Wenshu Monastery 文殊院

A active Buddhist monastery with Ming-Qing halls, incense courtyards and a popular vegetarian restaurant. It is central, free and deeply local.

Insider tip

Try the vegetarian snacks and tea at the monastery's teahouse after touring the halls.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to book Wenshu Monastery in advance?

No advance booking is needed.

What are the opening hours of Wenshu Monastery?

08:00–17:00

How much is a ticket to Wenshu Monastery?

Entry is free. Free admission; no ticket and no reservation required. Free eco-friendly incense sticks available at the gate (visitors may not bring their own incense/candles/paper money inside). Optional paid extras inside: vegetarian buffet, teahouse, sutra-copying, dharma items.

How long do I need at Wenshu Monastery?

Plan about 1.5 hours.