Ride the World's Longest Cable Car to Heaven's Gate and Bravely Walk the Glass Skywalk
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Challenge the glass skywalk and see the legendary Heaven's Gate with these park tickets.
Guarantee your admission to Tianmen Mountain and the cable car with this pre-booked ticket.
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Explore the highest mountain in Zhangjiajie with an English-speaking guide and professional driver.
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Tianmen Mountain is widely considered the soul of Zhangjiajie, offering a heart-pounding mix of natural wonder and engineering marvels. Rising 1,518 meters above the city, this 'Heaven's Gate Mountain' is famous for its massive natural cave arch, the dizzying Glass Skywalks clinging to sheer vertical cliffs, and the world's longest passenger cable car system. Unlike the sandstone pillars of the nearby National Forest Park, Tianmen features massive limestone plateaus and dramatic vertical drops. Whether you're riding the cable car through the clouds, navigating the 99 bends of the Tongtian Avenue, or climbing the 999 steps to the celestial gate, a visit here is a bucket-list adventure that combines breathtaking scenery with adrenaline-pumping thrills.
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We offer bookings for Line A, Line B, and Line C to suit your itinerary and physical comfort level
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Spring (April-May) for flowers|Autumn (September-October) for clear skies
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In 263 AD, the cliff of the Songliang Mountain suddenly collapsed, opening a door-like cave. The Emperor Wu of the Wu Kingdom named it Tianmen (Heaven's Gate) Mountain.
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Real experiences from real travelers
We booked the Line A ticket and the cable car ride up was absolutely stunning. It really is the longest ride ever! The glass skywalk was scary but fun. Highly recommend booking in advance as the lines were huge for non-ticket holders.
The booking process was smooth. We got our QR codes and went straight to the line. Unfortunately, it was a bit foggy at the top, which is common, but it added a mystical vibe to the Heaven's Gate.
The 999 steps are no joke! But you can take the escalator if you're tired. The guide we booked through this platform was excellent and helped us navigate the crowds. The scenery is unlike anything else on earth.
Tianmen Mountain was the highlight of our trip. The road with 99 bends is crazy to see from the cable car. Make sure to bring your passport, they check it everywhere!
Visited in December. It was freezing and the glass walk was closed due to ice, which was a bummer, but the snow on the peaks was magical. The cable car ride alone is worth the price.
We took the private tour option. Our driver picked us up on time and the guide managed all the tickets. Line A is definitely the best route (up by cable car, down by bus).
The views are out of this world. The glass walk is thrilling. Just be prepared for crowds, it's a very popular spot. Booking the VIP entry helped us save some time.
I was confused about the difference between this and the Avatar mountains. They are separate parks! This one is right in the city. Glad I booked this tour to explain everything. The hole in the mountain is massive.
Everything you need to know for your journey
Line A (Classic) takes the long cable car UP and the express cable car/bus DOWN. Line B takes the express cable car/bus UP and the long cable car DOWN. Line C uses the express cable car for both ways (missing the long cable car experience). Line A is generally the most recommended for the best views revealing themselves as you ascend.
They are two completely different locations about 30-40 minutes apart by car. Tianmen Mountain is in Zhangjiajie City (south), while the National Forest Park (Wulingyuan) is north of the city. Tickets are not interchangeable.
Yes, absolutely. Tianmen Mountain has a strict daily quota and time-slot system. Tickets often sell out days in advance, especially during peak season (April-October) and Chinese holidays.
Access to the glass skywalks is included in the park entry, but there is a mandatory fee of 5 CNY (approx $0.70 USD) for protective shoe covers, payable in cash on the mountain.
Plan for 5 to 7 hours to fully enjoy the mountain, including the cable car ride (30 mins each way), the cliff walks, the glass skywalk, and the Tianmen Cave.
There are no specific age restrictions, but children must be supervised. It is not recommended for very young children who cannot walk independently or anyone with a severe fear of heights.
The mountain remains open in rain and fog, which can actually create a mystical 'sea of clouds' effect. However, for safety, the Glass Skywalks may close during heavy snow or ice in winter.
No. There is a set of escalators inside the mountain (Transmountain Escalator) that runs parallel to the stairs. You can take these escalators between the cave and the bus station for an additional fee of roughly 32 CNY.
Wear comfortable walking shoes with good grip. The mountain is often 5-10 degrees cooler than the city, so bring a light jacket or layers. In winter, heavy coats are necessary.
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