Shuhe Ancient Town 束河古镇
Quieter Naxi town with a pretty stream, old bridges and tea-horse road atmosphere.
Insider tip
Enter from the north side for a more local, less commercial approach.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to book Shuhe Ancient Town in advance?
No advance booking is needed.
What are the opening hours of Shuhe Ancient Town?
24h
How much is a ticket to Shuhe Ancient Town?
Entry is free. Free entry — no gate ticket; the old ¥30 town ticket is no longer charged (Sept 2026 visit found ticket booths/machines unmanned). Separately: a ~¥50 old-town maintenance fee is shared with Lijiang Old Town (pay once, keep the receipt) and is checked at inner managed sites such as 茶马古道博物馆; the 茶马古道博物馆 charges its own admission, and the Baisha murals (~¥30–50) are a separate optional side trip.
How long do I need at Shuhe Ancient Town?
Plan about 3 hours.
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