Tianlongbabu Film Studio 天龙八部影视城
A reconstructed Song-era film set at the foot of Cangshan, with live shows.
Check show times at the gate; the martial-arts performances are the highlight.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to book Tianlongbabu Film Studio in advance?
Advance booking is required: book through 大理旅游集团 / 大理旅游服务. Online tickets must be reserved 1 day ahead; same-day visitors must buy and reserve at least 2 hours before entry. Tickets are collected or validated with an ID card, and the correct name and ID number must be entered (no-show after reservation is non-refundable and non-changeable). No page mentions passport booking for foreigners; some sources say tickets can also be bought on site at the gate.
What are the opening hours of Tianlongbabu Film Studio?
08:30–17:30
How much is a ticket to Tianlongbabu Film Studio?
About ¥50. 2026 guide: ¥40 if bought online in advance, ¥50 at the gate; the ticket is valid for 3 days, with re-entry allowed after first entry. Concessions: half price for students and for visitors aged 60–69 with ID; free for children under 1.2 m, visitors aged 70+, and active-duty military. Extras charged separately: costume rental ¥50–80/day, zipline/wire-flying ¥30, archery/throw-pot ¥10 per 10 arrows. Other pages quote different adult prices (¥38 online, student ¥20; night-tour 'xianxia' ticket ¥66; double ¥88; triple ¥99).
How long do I need at Tianlongbabu Film Studio?
Plan about 2 hours.
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