2025 Hefei Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in March)

💞Hefei in77 Intime recently held its grand opening, attracting many visitors. Upon entering the mall, visitors are greeted by the HAHA LULU exhibition at the entrance. This exhibition, themed around beautiful gourds, features innovative and unique designs that showcase the visual charm of gourds. There is also a themed coffee bar at the back of the exhibition area, perfect for visitors to enjoy and savor. ❤The red hoodie statue in the first-floor lobby has become a popular photo spot, with many people taking pictures there. This uniquely designed statue has become a landmark of the mall. 💋The mall offers a wide range of dining options, including both international brands like Xinbailu and local specialty restaurants like Luzhou Taitai, catering to different tastes. 🍭The mall also offers a wide range of shopping brands, providing a variety of products for customers to choose from. ❄However, the mall's restrooms seem to be somewhat lacking, giving the impression of being converted from the original mall, which does not quite match Intime's usual taste. We hope the mall management will address this issue and make improvements soon. 🔥Overall, the opening of Hefei in77 Intime provides a new shopping and leisure destination for residents, and is worth a visit.

Many people say that Hefei is a tourist desert and not fun at all. But in fact, I think this city is quite nice to visit. You don't have to worry about crowds wherever you go, and it's suitable for reverse tourism. So, it's a seriously underrated treasure city. 🚶[Two-Day Travel Route] • Day 1: Lei Street ➠ Hechai 1972 ➠ European Street ➠ Hui Garden ➠ Anhui Museum ➠ Back to Hotel • Day 2: Swan Lake Park ➠ New Granary ➠ Bao Park ➠ Xiaoyaojin Park ➠ Yangtze River 180 Art District ➠ Shiguang Bookstore ➊ Lei Street This street is full of Anhui's specialty foods, and friends from other places can experience the unique charm of Anhui cuisine here. ➋ Hechai 1972 A cultural district transformed from a prison, with many shops and a literary atmosphere for taking photos. ➌ European Street Come here to experience European romance. It's a great place to take photos. ➍ Hui Garden It has 16 city pavilions with different styles from Anhui, and is worth a visit. ➎ Anhui Museum I really like it here. You can see many cute cultural relics, and you can get free stamps on the second floor. ➏ Swan Lake Park You can take photos of the "three-piece set" of Hefei here, and the night view is beautiful. ➐ New Granary As a new landmark of the city, there are photo spots everywhere, and you can take beautiful photos from any angle. ➑ Bao Park It is said to have been built to commemorate Bao Zheng, an honest official of the Northern Song Dynasty, and consists of several small attractions. ➒ Xiaoyaojin Park This is the site of the famous "Battle of Xiaoyaojin" between Sun Quan and Cao Cao during the Three Kingdoms period, and is also a place where ordinary people often come to take a walk. ➓ Yangtze River 180 Art District The black and white "Hefei" wall in Picture 1 is here, and many tourists come here to take photos. ⓫ Shiguang Bookstore Located in the Yangtze River 180 Art District, it is a very well-designed bookstore.

I have been to Anhui several times, but this is my first time to Hefei. This is not a traditional tourist city. It doesn't have expensive prices, but it has many niche attractions. After experiencing it, I found that this place is really not a tourist desert. I came back and organized this detailed check-in travel guide. Follow it, you won't be crowded, and you'll get smooth photos.👏 - 🚶♀【My 2 Days 1 Night Travel Route】 Day❶ Changjiang 180 Art District ➠ Huaihai Road Pedestrian Street ➠ Intime Center ➠ Le Street Day❷ Hechai 1972 ➠ Swan Lake Park ➠ Return Trip - 📸【Photo Spots Sharing】 P2: Changjiang 180 Art District, check-in Hefei sign P3: 10th floor of Intime Center Phase II, Hefei version of the "London Eye" P4: Love Elf Tree on Le Street, very cute P5: Hechai 1972, Prison Break Panda on the outer wall of the gate P6: Hechai 1972 circular fortress, red brick old building with a beautiful reflection P7: Intersection of Maoyin Road and Longtu Road, this road faces Anhui Radio and Television Center P8: Le Street lights up at seven o'clock, the ancient commercial street has a different atmosphere under the night P9: Swan Lake Viewing Platform, the Tianshu Building with the sparkling lake is very healing P10-12: Hechai 1972, the entire cultural and creative park has many photo spots - I have already made the strategy route. Follow my route and copy the homework!!! Take two days to experience the delicious and fun Hefei~

🌟【Must-Visit Attractions】🌟 Stepping into Binhu National Forest Park is like entering a vivid ecological painting. The top recommendation is to take a ride on the forest train for a tour around, passing through dense woods with picturesque scenery that refreshes the mind and spirit. Don't forget to stroll along the wetland boardwalk, observe migratory birds up close, and feel the harmonious coexistence of nature. The bird-watching tower offers an excellent viewpoint to see the entire park's greenery at a glance, making it the perfect choice for photography enthusiasts. 📍【Detailed Address】📍 Binhu National Forest Park is located on the north shore of Chaohu Lake in Baohe District, Hefei City, Anhui Province, China. It covers a vast area and is a precious green lung in the city. 🚗【Transportation Tips】🚗 Starting from downtown Hefei, you can opt to drive via Huizhou Avenue directly to the park entrance, which takes about 40 minutes. Public transportation is also convenient; take the subway Line 1 to Jiulianwei Station, then transfer to a bus to reach the park, which takes about 1 hour in total, adding a green mood to your low-carbon travel. 🍴【Food Recommendations】🍴 After touring, why not try some local specialties? Recommended are Chaohu silverfish soup, which is incredibly fresh and nutritious; Luzhou roast duck, with crispy skin and tender meat, rich in soy sauce flavor; and hairy tofu, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a unique taste. Dining in an eco-restaurant near the park allows you to enjoy delicious food while admiring the natural scenery through the floor-to-ceiling windows, which is extremely pleasant. 🏞️【Recommended Nearby Attractions】🏞️ After visiting Binhu National Forest Park, you can continue to explore the surrounding natural and cultural landscapes. Hefei Wildlife Park is not far away and is a great destination for family trips; Sanhe Ancient Town attracts many visitors with its profound historical and cultural heritage and waterside scenery. Stroll through the ancient town and appreciate the unique charm of Hui-style architecture. If you want to get close to nature, the vast lake view of Chaohu Scenic Area is also not to be missed. 🍂In this urban oasis, Binhu National Forest Park, with its unique ecological charm, has become an ideal place to escape the hustle and bustle and embrace nature. Every breath seems to purify the soul, and every step feels like the most direct conversation with nature. Bring your family and friends for an impromptu green journey!🍂

Most of the stars who come to Hefei for concerts stay at Langham Because the location here is so great Next to it is the gymnasium and Anhui TV Station Its elegant and noble hotel design The luxurious and connotative British style is more popular For my New Year holiday, I chose Langham without hesitation The Langham Hotel brand has a long history The first luxury hotel in Europe It was and still is loved by royalty, celebrities and artists The hotel service is always at a high standard Over the years, Langham has also been committed to innovation. Bring an upgrade to your accommodation experience The lobby under the imitation European-style arch is very grand Further in is the back garden This time I stayed in the Cloud City View Executive King Room The room is opposite the gymnasium and has a great view The overall atmosphere of the room has a palace-style retro feel. Elegant style, large room, large bed The bathroom has a double sink There is a bathtub and a separate dressing room. The toiletries are also very good. Executive King Room can enjoy the executive privileges of Langham Club on the 44th floor Snacks and soft drinks are available throughout the day, and there is a happy hour in the evening (17:38-20:00) The hotel also has a gym, swimming pool, yoga room and SPA The hardware and software facilities are very complete, and the leisure and entertainment are very rich Breakfast is served at the Ji Restaurant on the second floor, where there is a buffet for lunch and dinner. The food is very rich, and Tang Court, which has the reputation of a Michelin restaurant, He is also the boss of Langham Catering Langham gives people a feeling of elegance and nobility Every detail is exquisite and attentive This short stay was very impressive

This year, it's the second auspicious snowfall in Hefei. This snow is bigger than the one last Friday night. When you wake up early, the outside of the window is already a vast expanse of white. If you ask where is the best place to enjoy the snow in Hefei city, the snow scene of Kaifu Temple is definitely one of them. The snow scene and the red wall of the temple are really beautiful together, Under the usual unremarkable scene, it becomes very special after the snow. The snow is also the best time of the year in Kaifu Temple. Every time it snows, Kaifu Temple becomes very lively. There are photographers and models who come to take pictures everywhere. If you don't want to be crowded, it is recommended to go early~ Shooting location: Kaifu Zen Temple, Hefei Business hours: 7:00-16:30 Ticket price: 20r

Such a nice place to go for weekend relaxation. We love the infinity pool and the cleanliness of the entire area. The food is good; if you want barbecue, be sure to order in advance or, better yet, bring your own meat. Also, it's so hard to take a taxi or Didi from there so be sure to rent a car or book didi in advance. But overall, we like staying there, and we will definitely come back for the infinity pool and nature. #hefei #hefeicity #infinitypool #pool #poolview #weekend #weekendtrip #weekendgetaway #weekendrecommendations #anhui #anhuitravel #anhuiprovince #China #chinatravel #chinalife #chinadestinations #instatravel

Mesmerized by the unique and enchanted look of this old street situated in the capital and the largest City in Anhui province, Hefei! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 We came late so obviously there were a few people walking around which we found convenient in a way for us to enjoy the place. There are many restaurants in the area. I will surely visit here again to enjoy their food. 🫶🏼 #wecreate #hefeicity

Address - Hefei, Anhui Province, China Highlights - Hefei Streets Rating - 10/10 During winter and Autumn I have loved you more than ever! Address - Shipyard, Hefei, Anhui Province Highlights - The first time I heard shipyard, i thought like "woooww" and yes wow beers and happy hours and full small streets w foreigners every corner😎🫣🤭 Rating - 9/10 WANDA MALL is super amazing! That year was a blast in the past I would always go back to. These are just snaps from shanghai and hefei and some parts of the surrounding places of hefei. #thestreetsofhefei #shanghai #china2018 #amazingplacesinchina #thestreets

Location: Hefei city, Anhui province. Getting there: Take a one hour fast train from Nanjing and reach Hefei city. Name: Swan Lake Park of Hefei. This park is my favourite in Hefei. Surrounding the park is lots of shopping malls, theaters and five star hotels...We stayed in the Intercontinental hotel and had a view looking down onto the lake. The lake has a man-made beach where children can relax and play. Adults can enjoy the sun and the beautiful view. Who needs to go to Sanya!!! #hefei

How to Get There: Take Didi to Starbucks 1912; Nuova Sensa is the restaurant across the street. a wonderful menu at a very unusual restaurant that is also reasonably priced. The chicken poppers, fries, and chicken patas are all must-tries. My girlfriends and I also enjoyed a delicious afternoon tea of ginger lemon tea, which cost 30 rmb and had a wonderful, soothing flavor. They have a variety of wines and other beverages, so we will definitely return to try those. Note: a good place for insta pic too ❤️ #valentinescape #tripblazers #brunch #brunchspots #afternoontea #friends #foodie #food #tea #teatime #hefei #hefeicity #anhui #anhuitravel #china #chinatravel #chinalife#coffee #coffeeshop

One of the first places that I paid visit during my visit in Hefei, luckily during the spring festival the Entry for the temple is free to enter 🎏 once you pass the gate you can observe the temple itself which is by the river. Lord Bao (999-1062), named Bao Zheng, was a renowned officer in the Northern Song Dynasty (960 - 1127). He is well respected because of his excellent personality. Many temples were built to commemorate his death but the most famous temple between them is the Hefei memorial temple. The atmosphere here has chill vibe to it and it’s family-friendly place. #temple #Lord_bao_zheng #river #hefei

#newyearadventure 📍 Location: Hefei, Binhu area. Binhu is located about 30-35min from downtown and his known for its numerous parks. 🤩 Attractions: Beautiful big park where you can rent a boat. There’s also a man made beach and a very cool bird nest gallery. 💰 Cost : Free! (I’m not sure how much it is to rent a boat) #2023travelwish #china #hefei #park #nature

It's Phoo Day today! What a fantastic day for Vietnamese cuisine. You must try this restaurant. It is located in Hefei, Anhui, in 1912. It’s simple to locate, merely on a store's third floor. They've got patios too, a good place to chill out and see 1912 Street more. It features a lovely music, a quiet atmosphere, and a really pleasant vibe. Despite the menu's limited selection, the cuisine is both good and reasonably priced. A bowl of beef soup might only cost 30 to 40 rmb. Personally, I think you should try this one and the rolls. You can have an option of one that is fried and not fried. To attempt something new is absolutely great. So enjoy 😉 #food #foodie #vietnamesefood #restaurant #1912 #hefei #hefeicity #anhui #china #chinalife #tripblazers

Banquet. Teppanyaki (Tin Hau) 24/F, Heng Wan Tin Hau, 54 Electric Road, Tin Hau The restaurant has a high floor, sea view and building view 🌃, beautiful environment 🍽️ plus the quality of the ingredients 🤤, coupled with the master's excellent cooking techniques and techniques, plus the master's talk and humor, the whole dining process full score 💯❤️ Banquet Special Menu $1280/1 person Dinner 🍽️ Seasonal appetizer 1️⃣: Bai Zi Many people will be frightened when they hear 👂🏻 Bai Zi, white and suspected of the brain object, but actually very tasty 😋, a bite into the mouth without any fishy smell, a kind of burst of juice taste, some freshness flowing out, the grapefruit sauce on top brings out the fresh and juicy taste, super surprise 🤩 Appetizer 2️⃣: Homemade Hokkaido Anchovy Liver The first time I ate it, the fish liver was smooth and tender, and the smooth and plumpness melted in my mouth. The salty flavor of the fish liver was served with crispy toast, which matched very well Hokkaido Fairy Toe Real Oysters🦪 The oyster body 🦪 is very plump, large and watery, on top of salmon caviar and grapefruit jelly, increasing the taste Juicy burst of juice taste, oyster taste is very fresh, the whole crunch is super satisfying ❤️ Seasonal sashimi🐟3 kinds Big Toro, Silver Snowfish (from left to right) I thought the big troll was invincible, soft and tender, full of fish flavor, but the squid surprised me more, the taste freshness like jumping into the sea and swimming with it, the fish fresh fragrance is rich, super delicious😋 or Seasonal sushi🍣3 kinds Toro without suspense maintains its freshness and deliciousness 😋 The left mouth fish in the middle with scallops, the taste is sweet to 😃, as it turns out, the fresh ingredients are really invincible, every piece and every bite is very satisfying and happy ❤️ Suction: Japanese red yam fresh rich fish soup Once you drink it, the fish flavor is rich and strong and fresh. There are also carrot and red yam grains inside. The sweet taste plus the fish flavor is super sincere Teppanyaki: Vanilla Butter New Zealand Shrimp It's freshwater lobster🦞 white and smooth flesh, the master said many people do sashimi can be eaten raw, so do not need to grill too cooked, the meat is very soft and tender, completely subvert my shrimp's taste, super soft and fresh, is really strong Hokkaido sashimi with salmon roe Miyazaki Prefecture's scallops, large and very meaty, fresh and refreshing taste, in addition to grains enough field full of salmon seeds to match, but also homemade vanilla sauce, the restaurant's homemade food sauce are many, very characteristic and suitable taste, is only here the taste, a try unforgettable, worth eating French foie gras with homemade blueberry sauce With the garnish of Japanese black beans, the appearance of the goose liver is tender and tight, delicious and juicy melts in the mouth, the homemade blueberry sauce perfectly harmonizes the fat beauty of the goose liver, and crispy toast at the bottom Australian M9 beef tongue with Aomori garlic slices The taste of beef tongue is more bouncy, the more you chew the more beef flavor scattered in the mouth, after eating for a while, the beef flavor is still in the mouth, reaching the cheeks of fragrance 😍, with garlic slices to eat and another flavor Angus beef with Spanish black pig The beef was 50% cooked, the master perfectly handled the rock well, the beef was also cut thicker, more chewy, beef flavor is also very rich, is more Zhao mouth mouth, black hair pig is very tasty, wrapped in similar garlic onion, taste more layered, pork fragrance, satisfying and happy taste Black truffle crabmeat fried rice It is made with whole black truffles and chopped into fried rice, adding black truffles before starting to fry when you smell a strong taste, fried rice more see the master's cooking skills deep, fried rice fried grains distinct, in addition to black truffles still have a thread of crab meat inside, the sincerity of the ingredients is invincible enough, after the master's cooking is even more unbeatable😎 Stir-fried vegetables The stir-fried vegetables are not reckless, and maintain the crisp and sweet taste of vegetables, the whole process of dining without dead corners satisfied, from the door to the end of the service, and the quality and portion of the ingredients, are very good 👍🏻 Pickles: Japanese bitter gourd, carrot, and kudzu (aka: horned taro) dessert Uji matcha pudding🍮 with fern powder The pudding's milky smooth taste is super rich, matcha flavor is enough, is partially milky milky taste, as the end of this meal, super satisfied 🥰 #Causeway BayFood #CausewayBay #TinHouFood #TinHou #Teppanyaki #HongKongTeppanyaki #JapaneseCooking #HongKong #HongKongPhoto #PhotoRestaurants #Celebration #CelebrationRestaurant #HongKongRestaurantRecommendations #hkfood #hkfoodie #hk #yummy #highquality #good #food

#staycation This cute little Japanese BBQ restaurant is located in Binhu. After work, a colleague and I decided to try this place and we were not disappointed. 🍜 We ordered beef, chicken wings, ramens, mashed potatoes (Soooo good!!) and veggies. 💲 Cost: I can’t remember how much it was exactly but it was over ¥125 each. It was worth it! #foodie #urbanexplorer #hefei

#2023travelwish This food market is pretty awesome! There were quite a few options such as: Skewers, dumplings, fried insects and other typical Chinese delicacies such as noodles, fried tofu, stuffed pancakes, Xi’an style burgers. We also had some Xiao Long Bao and they were fresh and delicious. (15¥/6) Enjoy a nice little stroll! 😊 One if my travel wishes for 2023 would be to go to Turkey. #foodie #urbanexplorer #hefei #tripblazers

I love autumn leaves because Just when you thought spring flowers are the best, before that, you will see the colors of the autumn leaves change as season change! 😍🤩 Hefei City, Anhui Province of China!🍁🥹😍 I stayed there for a quick and happy two years! I have friends and colleagues left on that big beautiful city, will be going back for sure! just don’t know when… Amazing food! Amazing people! And amazing place! 🤗 #justoneofthosedays #yesterday #hefeicity #placesivebeen #wanderinglife

Amazing sea life!🐧 The jellyfish tanks were my favorite😍 Well thought of show at the end of the trip with very talented dolphins🐬 They looked healthy and well taken care of. The cost was reasonable and worth every cent. We even got some popcorn from the little shops inside. The only downside for me was having to see the jellyfish and fish in jars getting sold to kids and being shaken badly#marine#amazingview#aqaurium#hefei#dolphins#sealife#conservation 💔

From entering the restaurant to having a late night drink, the staff and service was amazing. They implement the 5 star service. The food was wonderful and rich in taste🥘 They offer fresh baked bread baskets with cherry butter upon seating and a very extensive winelist to choose from 🍷 The waiter was fluent in English and always stood ready to attend our needs. Unfortunately the rooftop bar was only indoors because of the cold weather, but it's a must to visit in warmer days! #awesomepic#passionpassport#restaurant#5stars#dining#foodie#wines

Amazing hotel with great accommodating staff, room service, location, room cleanliness and pool. Would definitely return again and again. Modern interior and right next to MixC shopping Mall and walking distance from Swan Lake and other interesting restaurants and attractions. The buffet breakfast is good and coffee service is amazing. Bathrooms are perfect. 💯💯💯#foodie#staycation#awesomepic#hotel#5starhotel#comfort

Seeing so many different kinds of flowers in the autumn is simply amazing. We are all aware that spring is the ideal season to visit a botanical garden. Even so, if you simply want to be close to nature and unwind from your day, a botanical garden is the best place to be.Thankfully, there are still some blossoming, vibrant flowers and trees around. You'll feel much better with some birdsong and some fresh air. #flower #flowerlover #garden #gardens #botanical #botanicgardens #hefei #anhui #anhuitravel #china #tripblazers #chinalife #urbanexplorer #park #parksinthecity #botanicalgarden

Welcome to Hefei ⭐️ I’ve been living in Hefei for a year and I didn’t know about this cool little area until few weeks ago. Location : I don’t have the exact location, but if you type Frank’s in your DiDi app, you’ll be at the right place. Attractions: Nice European architecture, a small walking street, tons of restaurants and little coffee shops. I only went there during the day, but I’d recommend going there for dinner and enjoy the evening strolling around. 😊 ⏰ Recommended time: About 2-3 hours. #urbanexplorer #staycation #passionpassport #summervacation #foodie #gooutside #hefei #anhui

#passionpassport LEIJIE Street , Hefei, Anhui Chinese name you can show to didi/ taxi Driver: 罍街 Address: Jiuchuan Road Yulei Street Intersection West 60 Meters, Baohe Hefei Anhui China This street is very popular place to go to for food tripping, drinking coffee or milk tea, shopping, and taking pictures. A lot of college students come here also for night out, there are a lot of bars and pub to try out. I really like the graffiti, creative murals around. There are many activities you can do from a spa out, making pots, painting and more. There are a variety of local traditional food , street food that you can try. And also some games you can play , like shooting or darts to get cute gifts like stuff toys etc. #street #streetfood #hefei #chinalife #anhui

#passionpassport Peter’s Tex-Mexican Food GOOCOO PLAZA , Hefei, Anhui, China If you enjoy food tripping, and would like to try Mexican food or craving for it. Be sure to find this restaurant in Hefei, there are two places you can have this , one at Mix-C and one at this mall at GOOCOO PLAZA, 5th floor. There’s a variety of food choices that you can try out, if you enjoy salad (the beef avocado salad ) is a must to try, also nachos with Quezo , and beef tacos. For drinks , there are margaritas, and more. I do love the shakes especially the avocado 🥑 shake, and chocolate peanut butter. Also don’t forever the super yummy chocolate cake.

Location: Hefei Baohe Jinzhai Road Hi-tech Plaza Bei'erzuo No.1, Anhui, China Prices: 132rmb for two In Hefei, you can find this coffee shop BRIEEK around the university area. It’s not simply your typical, coffeehouse store. This cafe has a culinary menu as well as delectable coffee, cakes, and pastries. a location where one can unwind, study, read, or hang out with friends. There is plenty of space to sit, including a large sofa for a small group of friends. Amazing coffee and carrot cake! We'll return for another weekend coffee break without a doubt. #coffeeshop #coffee #cheesecake #carrot #food #foodie #hefei #chinalife #anhui #anhuitravel #urbanexplorer #weekend #weekendrecommendations

SEVEN SENSES Italian restaurant Address: SEVEN SENSE Qi Gan Yi Da Li Can Ting 65, Caoying Road, Shushan Hanging out with friends is enjoyable, especially if you have a great location and access to a tasty food and drinks. Remember to stop by the Seven Senses Italian restaurant in Hefei for their delectable and reasonably priced breakfast, as well as their delicious lunch and supper menus. Nice outdoor area to unwind in with friends or by yourself, definitely. Check it out! Enjoy, cheers 🍻 #foodie #foodie #hefei #city #restaurant #anhui #anhuitravel #italianfood #brunch #brunchspots #china #chinalife #weekendrecommendations #dinner #chilledvibes #chillout

DIDI address: 滨湖云谷创新园 One of my friends highly recommends this restaurant, claiming that in addition to the pleasant ambiance, the cuisine is also reasonably priced and delicious. We've tried a wide range of things, and they are all delicious. Next time, I'll try the brunch. I’ve included the didi address as it’s so hard to find the exact location. Also, I included the pictures of the stairs you can go down to, and you’ll see the restaurant. Bon appetite! #foodie #westerncuisine #hefei #anhui #chinalife #food #weekendrecommendations #citybreak #citytrip #yummyfood #coffee #restaurant