Yellow Crane Tower / 黄鹤楼
Yellow Crane Tower is one of the Four Great Towers of China and the most famous landmark in Wuhan. Originally built over 1,700 years ago, it has inspired countless poems and literary works. The current structure was reconstructed in 1985 in traditional Chinese architectural style.
Category
Historical
Why Visit
- Wuhan's most recognizable symbol
- Spectacular panoramic views of the Yangtze River and Wuhan Yangtze River Bridge
- Rich history connected to Chinese literature and culture
- Beautiful traditional architecture.
Suggested Duration
2–3 hours
Best Visiting Time
08::30–10:00 or 16:00–18:00 or 19:30–21:00
Suitable For
- History lovers
- First-time visitors
- Couples
Tips
- Climb to the highest floor for panoramic city views
- Read the historical displays inside each level
- Combine your visit with nearby Wuhan Yangtze River Bridge and Qingchuan Pavilion
- Avoid national holidays if possible.
Admission Type
Paid Ticket
Reservation Required
No
Reservation Max.
Tickets are available a month in advance.
Opening Hours
08:30–22:30 (Last entry at 21:50)
Address (English & Chinese)
Special No. 1, Xishanpo, Sheshan, Wuchang District, Wuhan City, Hubei Province
湖北省武汉市武昌区蛇山西山坡特1号
(5A景区)
Note
It has two types of tickets: a) Day-time: open from 08:30 until 18:00 (last entry at 17:20 and last ticket sell at 17:15, ticket price: 70 元); b) Night-time: 19:30 until 22:30 (last entry at 21:50 and last ticket sell at 21:40, ticket price: 150 元).