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Yueyang Tower-Junshan Island Tourism Area
5A Tourism Area
Designated 2011

Yueyang Tower-Junshan Island Tourism Area

岳阳市岳阳楼-君山岛景区

Hunan, Yueyang4.0Designated 2011·28.4917°N, 112.7080°E
Ticket Price
Yueyang Tower CNY 70, Junshan Island CNY 78
Duration
4 hours to 1 day
Rating
4.0 / 5.0
Designated
2011

About Yueyang Tower-Junshan Island Tourism Area

Yueyang Tower, one of China's most celebrated ancient pavilions, overlooks Dongting Lake in Yueyang, Hunan, and has inspired poems for centuries. Nearby Junshan Island on the lake is known for its tea gardens and folklore.

Highlights

Yueyang Tower (one of China's three famous towers, rebuilt in Song style), Dongting Lake and Junshan Island (Love Pagoda, tea gardens).

Suggested Route

Yueyang Tower on the lake shore, then ferry/boat to Junshan Island; half to full day.

Food & Lodging

Dongting Lake fish and Junshan silver-needle tea nearby; hotels in Yueyang city.

Facilities

Boats to the island, boardwalks and restrooms; flat at the tower, some steps on the island.
Travel Tips

Check official website for current information. Respect local customs and regulations. Best visited during mild weather seasons.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November)

🏮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

Peak season (April-October): 7:00-18:00; Off-season: 8:00-17:00. Hours may vary by weather conditions.

Getting There

Nearest HSR Yueyang East Railway Station (~30 min by taxi to Yueyang Tower); ~150 km from Changsha Huanghua Airport; ferry/bus to Junshan Island.

Reservation

Advance online reservation advised via 'Yueyang Tourism' official WeChat; Yueyang Tower 70 CNY, Junshan Island 78 CNY (combo 120 CNY).

Ticket Price

Yueyang Tower CNY 70 (≈ $9.7), Junshan Island CNY 78 (≈ $11)

Address

Hunan Province Yueyang City Yueyanglou District Dongtingbei Road

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
岳阳市岳阳楼-君山岛景区

湖南省岳阳市岳阳楼区洞庭北路

Hunan Province Yueyang City Yueyanglou District Dongtingbei Road

28.4917, 112.7080

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