Lijiang travel guide

Lijiang Tourism | Lijiang Guide

You're Going to Love Lijiang

With a population of 1.14 million, Lijiang is a must-see destination in Yunnan, China. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Lijiang to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Lijiang

Lijiang in November
Estimated hotel price
€87
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lijiang in November
Estimated hotel price
€87
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lijiang in June, when the average temperature is 18 °C, and the highest can go up to 22 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is November, when it can get as cold as 0 °C, with an average temperature of 0 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 240 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Lijiang, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.

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How to Get to Lijiang

Plane

When flying to Lijiang, you’ll arrive at Lijiang (LJG), which is located 14 miles from the city centre.

Train

The train station in Lijiang is called Lijiang Lijiang Railway Station, and is located 0.9 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Lijiang, you’ll arrive at Lijiang (LJG), which is located 14 miles from the city centre.

Train

The train station in Lijiang is called Lijiang Lijiang Railway Station, and is located 0.9 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Lijiang

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Airlines serving Lijiang

Finnair
Good (879 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (54 reviews)
China Southern
Excellent (30 reviews)
Air China
Good (31 reviews)
XiamenAir
Good (21 reviews)
Juneyao Airlines
Good (2 reviews)
Shandong Airlines
Excellent (1 reviews)
Sichuan Airlines
Excellent (7 reviews)
Spring Airlines
Good (3 reviews)
Tianjin Airlines
Excellent (2 reviews)
Beijing Capital Airlines
Okay (1 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lijiang

Average rates range from around €36 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €101 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lijiang

Most booked hotels in Lijiang

Intercontinental Lijiang Ancient Town Resort, An IHG Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
€162+
Banyan Tree Lijiang
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
€149+
Pullman Lijiang Resort And Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
€96+
Jinmao Hotel Lijiang
5 stars
Excellent (9.6, Excellent reviews)
€108+

Hiring a car in Lijiang

Expect to pay €1.14 per litre in Lijiang (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €13.62 and €18.16.

Expect to pay €1.14 per litre in Lijiang (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €13.62 and €18.16.