Kashgar Old Town
4A Tourism Area

Kashgar Old Town

喀什噶尔老城

Xinjiang, Kashgar·39.3304°N, 76.0560°E
Ticket Price
CNY 120 (peak season), CNY 80 (off-season)
Duration
Full day

About Kashgar Old Town

The historic heart of Kashgar, a maze of narrow lanes, mud-brick courtyard homes and bustling artisan bazaars. Wander the alleys of the cliff-top Gaotai district and experience a Silk Road oasis city that still feels alive today.

Highlights

• The historic core of Kashgar with traditional Uyghur courtyard houses. • The Gaotai Residential Area on the cliff and artisan lanes.

Suggested Route

Enter the Gaotai folk residence, explore the maze lanes and workshops, then exit to the central bazaar; allow 2-3 h.

Food & Lodging

Local naan, kebabs and fruit; old-town homestays and city hotels.

Facilities

Restrooms, signage and some parking; narrow lanes are not stroller/wheelchair friendly.
Travel Tips

Stay until evening to see lantern-lit streets. Try local snacks from street vendors. Bargain at shops.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: June-September

🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.

Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.

Location

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Buying tickets as a foreign visitor

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Tickets often must be booked in advance online — peak season & holidays sell out quickly.

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Opening Hours

Town open 24/7 (ticketed sites 08:30-17:00)

Getting There

No metro; in Kashgar city (core of Kashgar Ancient City); nearest HSR: Kashgar Railway Station (~8 km); nearest airport: Kashi Airport (~10 km).

Reservation

Free; no advance booking required (part of Kashgar Ancient City).

Ticket Price

CNY 120 (≈ $17) (peak season), CNY 80 (≈ $11) (off-season)

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
喀什噶尔老城

39.3304, 76.0560

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