Hunan

Zhangjiajie arrival guide

A nature-focused arrival where the main decision is city, Wulingyuan, or park gate lodging.

Arrival Plan

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Before you fly

Save these before arrival

  • Choose lodging based on the park gate you plan to use.
  • Do not assume the city center and Wulingyuan are close.
  • Save hotel and scenic-area names in Chinese.

Arrival points

  • Zhangjiajie Hehua Airport (DYG)
  • Zhangjiajie West Railway Station
  • Zhangjiajie Railway Station

Stay zones

  • Wulingyuan
  • Zhangjiajie city center
  • Near Tianmen Mountain cableway

First movement

Airport or station to lodging

A car is often simplest on arrival, especially if staying near Wulingyuan.

First day anchor

Keep the first day simple

Settle near your chosen gate; save the park for a full day.