Dagu Glacier Viewing Platform
达古冰川
Ride the cable car straight up to a viewing platform at about 4,860 metres above sea level, with close-up views of the Dagu Snow Mountain glaciers and Tear Lake, plus the “loneliest coffee shop” at the top.
Dagu Glacier is one of the modern glaciers closest to Chengdu and one of the most accessible. Take the sightseeing shuttle to the lower cable car station, then ride up the mountain. The upper station sits at about 4,860 metres. From the boardwalk, you can see Glaciers No. 1 to 3, Tear Lake, a glacial lake, and the snowy peaks opposite. At the top is a high-altitude coffee shop. Peak-season tickets cost about 120 yuan and off-season tickets 80 yuan. The shuttle costs 70 yuan, and the cable car costs 150–180 yuan (2025 prices, subject to official confirmation). The scenic area is open from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM, and entry stops before 3:00–3:30 PM. At high altitude, oxygen is thin, so move slowly and bring a down jacket.
Opening hours
08:00–17:30 (last entry approx. 15:00–15:30)