Namtso Lake
纳木措
About Namtso Lake
Highlights
Suggested Route
Food & Lodging
Facilities
Wear comfortable walking shoes. Bring water and sun protection in summer. Check weather conditions before visiting.
📅 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
View on interactive map →Buying tickets as a foreign visitor
• Most 5A/4A sites require real-name registration — bring your passport.
• Tickets often must be booked in advance online — peak season & holidays sell out quickly.
• Some remote or border-area sites have entry restrictions for foreign visitors — check before you travel.
External booking links. Prices may vary.
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08:30-17:30
No metro; ~240 km north of Lhasa (Damxung County); nearest HSR/airport: Lhasa (~240 km); high-altitude, seasonal road (open ~Apr-Oct).
Book via 'Namtso' WeChat; ticket CNY 210 incl. shuttle; permit/ID required.
Peak season CNY 100 (≈ $14), off-season CNY 60 (≈ $8.3)
29.6376, 91.1477
Tip: Google Maps may be inaccurate in China — use Amap for navigation.
