Yongding Tulou 永定土楼

The iconic Hakka earthen roundhouses set among tea-covered hills, one of Fujian’s great architectural sights.

Yongding Tulou
Insider tip

Choose the Hongkeng cluster for the classic round buildings and avoid weekends if possible.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to book Yongding Tulou in advance?

No advance booking is needed.

What are the opening hours of Yongding Tulou?

08:30–19:30

How much is a ticket to Yongding Tulou?

About ¥98. Combined ticket for 洪坑 (Hongkeng) + 高北 (Gaobei) clusters: 98 CNY per person, officially approved, valid for 2 days — register at the ticket window on day 1 if staying inside the scenic area to re-enter free the next morning. Other clusters are ticketed separately: 云水谣 combo 90 CNY, 田螺坑 combo 100 CNY, 河坑 50 CNY, 初溪 cluster combo ~65–70 CNY (per Baidu Baike notice 65 CNY/person; Trip.com says 70 CNY). Half-price/free for students, seniors, children under 1.2 m, seniors 70+.

How long do I need at Yongding Tulou?

Plan about 10 hours.

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