Pet-Friendly Attractions & Dining/Accommodation Guide in Mangshi, Ruili, and Tengchong

This road trip from Chengdu through Mangshi, Ruili, and Tengchong with our dog was filled with unique landscapes and delicious food. Below is a summary of pet-friendly attractions, accommodations, and dining options based on our experience traveling with a dog.

Pet-Friendly Attractions:
Yongsheng
Chenghai Lake: No entrance fee. A serene, less-crowded spot with beautiful scenery where dogs can run freely—perfect for pet owners.

Mangshi
Coffee First Village: No entrance fee. Enjoy hand-brewed coffee with your dog while immersing in local coffee culture.
Shangjingkan Village: No entrance fee. Features the magnificent "King Banyan Tree"—a delightful stroll with your dog.
Silver Pagoda: Entrance fee required. Dogs allowed. The pagoda is stunningly illuminated at night—highly recommended.
Dai Ancient Town: No entrance fee. Wander with your dog through this town rich in Dai ethnic culture.
Tree-Encircled Pagoda: No entrance fee (¥5 parking). A unique sight where trees intertwine with the pagoda—worth a visit.
Tree Hole Hot Spring: No entrance fee (¥5 parking + ¥3 sanitation fee). Dogs can't enter the spring but can accompany you—excellent hot spring experience, highly recommended.

Ruili
Chief Buddhist Temple: No entrance fee. Particularly beautiful at dusk with a serene atmosphere—great for dogs, highly recommended.
Bianzhai Hansha Village: No entrance fee. An authentic village where you can explore local life with your dog.
Jiegao Port: No entrance fee. Experience the unique border port atmosphere with your dog.
Jiele Golden Pagoda: No entrance fee. The pagoda sways gracefully in the wind—a special sight with your dog.
Wanding Port: No entrance fee. Discover the distinctive border culture with your dog.

Tengchong
Simola Wa Ethnic Village: No entrance fee (¥10 parking + optional ¥20 round-trip shuttle). Charming rural scenery and ethnic culture—ideal for dogs.
Rehai Geothermal Park: Entrance fee required (¥10 parking + optional shuttle: ¥10 one-way/¥15 round-trip). Spectacular geothermal landscapes accessible with dogs.
Heshun Ancient Town: Entrance fee valid for 7 days (free parking + free shuttle). Though commercialized, it retains charm for dog-friendly exploration.

Non-Pet-Friendly Attractions:
Mangshi Golden Pagoda: Entrance fee required. Dogs not allowed (photos permitted on steps).
Ruili One Village Two Countries: Entrance fee required. Dogs prohibited (unlocked kennels available at visitor center).

Dining & Accommodation Recommendations:
Yongsheng
Eat Sleep Hotel (⭐⭐): Decent stay. Try their fresh steamed tilapia (dip sauce enhances flavor) and crispy fried silverfish—great with drinks.

Mangshi
Xiaowacha Kitchen (⭐⭐⭐): Dai-style restaurant. Recommended: sweet and rich "Pao Lu Da" drink and crispy fried pork ribs.
Lanlu Breakfast Branch (⭐⭐⭐⭐): Hearty meat soup with generous portions—perfect breakfast starter.
Husa Achang Hand-Pulled Rice Noodles (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐): Exceptional flavor with unique eating style—unforgettable.
Ganying Spicy Chicken Feet (⭐⭐⭐): Well-seasoned but could be more flavorful.
Xiaofang Cold Drinks (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐): Creamy avocado and papaya smoothies—refreshing and fruity.
Baoping Sour Beef (⭐⭐⭐): Tangy rice noodles worth trying.
Jinshangju Restaurant (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐): Self-service ordering with consistently excellent dishes.

Ruili
Golden Crab (⭐⭐⭐⭐): Fresh crab (¥80/jin) and zesty lemon clams—highly recommended.
Mian-Thai Special Tea House (⭐⭐⭐⭐): Authentic Burmese-Thai flavors.
Wanding Fapo Sour Noodle Shop (⭐⭐⭐): Unique bitter "sour" noodles (may be acquired taste); lemon version is milder.

Tengchong
Authentic Gudong Roast Meat Rice Noodles (⭐⭐⭐): Sweet-and-sour cold noodles—distinctive.
Baoshan Golden Chicken Copper Pot Beef (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐): Rich beef broth with mint and rice cakes—must-try.
Zhengji Bean Jelly (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐): Silky rice noodles with crispy fried dough—don’t miss.
Yuezhou Best Sour Rice Noodles (⭐⭐⭐): Mild sourness, more umami-forward.
Amin Drink Shop (⭐⭐⭐): Signature "Ximi" jelly—texture like undissolved milk powder blocks.
Tangji Corn Juice (⭐⭐⭐⭐): Thick, corn-flavored drink—delicious.

Panzhihua
Old Yanbian Authentic Lamb Rice Noodles (⭐⭐⭐⭐): Hearty lamb flavor—warming and recommended.