[2025 Feixi Attraction] Travel Guide for Chaohu (Updated Mar)

Off the Beaten Path: Moon Bay Wetland Park, Chaohu, Hefei||On the first day of the Chinese New Year, the weather was great, so I started my third trip around Hefei: Moon Bay Wetland Park, Chaohu. I had originally planned to go straight to Chaohu City to visit the museum, Gushan Temple, Er Street, Chaoyangmen Market, and the ancient city wall. But my nephew wanted to drive along the lakeside road and visit Moon Bay. So Moon Bay Wetland Park was added to the itinerary before Chaohu! It takes 10 minutes to drive from Tongyang (1 hour from Hefei via the lakeside road). We passed by the former residence of Li Kenong, but there were many cars parked at the entrance, so we skipped it. The former residence of Li Kenong is very close to Moon Bay Wetland Park, less than 5 minutes by car, so you can visit both places. I will write a separate one-day or two-day itinerary for the ancient towns and other attractions around Chaohu. Free parking is available at the park! After getting out of the car, we walked along the wooden plank road. The vast Chaohu Lake, the rocks, and the waves crashing against the shore made me feel like I was at the seaside. The sky was blue and the lake was clear. The rocks on the shore were jagged, and the shoreline was winding. The curve of the lake shore on the left looked like a crescent moon, hence the name Moon Bay. Standing quietly by the water, I looked up at the vast expanse of water, where the waves broke the sunlight into silver dots. Looking at the water, the waves were stacked. As they got closer, the waves turned into a white wall of water, crashing against the shore. One wave after another, I started to feel dizzy. Ignoring my staggering feet, I quickly jumped between the rocks to escape from the shore. The sun was warm and the wind was gentle! Standing among the rocks, I quietly looked at the trees around the lake. It was winter, but it didn't feel desolate. I suddenly liked this place very much. It was perfect for reading a book alone in a quiet corner, doing nothing for a day. I decided to add this place to my list of spring outings. Thinking about the tight schedule for the rest of the trip, I only stood by the lake with my nephews and took some photos for them. Then we walked along the embankment. We found rows of metasequoia trees on the inside of the embankment. We found another beautiful spot to take photos of the autumn scenery. The wetland park is not big, so it's perfect for individuals, couples, or families to drive here on a weekend, set up a tent, and relax for half a day or a whole day. After visiting Moon Bay, we drove along the lakeside road to Chaohu! The scenery along the lake was even more beautiful than Moon Bay, so I decided to drive around Chaohu alone, stopping and playing along the way!

Hefei was one of the destinations recommended by the CCTV Spring Festival Gala special program in 2024. I was lucky enough to visit in October 2024. 📸 Hefei is suitable for visiting all year round, but don't forget to check the weather forecast in advance. 🗺️ 2-day, 1-night itinerary (check the map, no repeated routes, can be done in reverse) 📆 Day 1: Sanhe Ancient Town (lunch) → Chaohu Riverside National Wetland Park → Hechai 1972 → Xiaoyaojin Park & Huaihe Road Pedestrian Street (dinner) 📆 Day 2: China Baohe Park → Luogang Park → Leijie (lunch) → Anhui Museum (new museum) → Return 👆 All of the above attractions are free! 🎒 Backpack: 🕶️ 1. Soft (sunscreen + sunblock spray) and hard (sunglasses + sunblock clothing + sun hat + sunblock sleeves + sun umbrella) sun protection; 👟 2. Wear sneakers; 🥤 3. Thermos, water, and portable snacks; 📷 4. Waterproof, anti-shake sports camera, drone (optional). 🏨 Accommodation: 1. It is recommended to choose accommodation near the attractions you plan to visit the next morning; 2. Accommodation and dining in Hefei are very cost-effective. Even in the pedestrian street or near the subway entrance, you can stay in a clean, safe, and hygienic chain hotel for less than ¥150. 🥢 Dining: 1. "Kawanka": A local tea chain in Hefei, famous for its pearl milk tea; 2. "Zhanji Peach Crisp": A local pastry chain in Hefei, the peach crisp is delicious and can be stored at room temperature for 5-8 days, making it a great souvenir to take home. 🗺️ Transportation: 1. It is recommended to take the subway + taxi/shared bike to get around Hefei, which can cover most places; 2. There is public transportation or carpooling to Sanhe Ancient Town; 3. There are airport express buses and business cars to the city center directly outside the terminal at Hefei Airport. You can scan the QR code to enter the "Hefei Airport Express" mini program, select your destination, place an order, and pay. You can get an invoice after the order is completed. It takes 60 minutes to get to the hotel and costs ¥30-40 per person.

Another county in Anhui has opened a subway line to Hefei. That's amazing! Curious friends may ask, where is this county? What unique scenery does it have? With these questions in mind, let's talk about Feixi County today. Feixi County is a county under the jurisdiction of Hefei City, Anhui Province. It is located in the southwest of Hefei City and covers a total area of 1,695.41 square kilometers. Although Feixi County is just an inconspicuous small county, Hefei Metro Line 3 and Line 4 go directly to the main urban area of Feixi, and the Paihe Channel of the Yangtze River to Huaihe River Water Diversion Project can reach the sea via Chaohu Lake. In recent years, Feixi County has adhered to the concept of ecological priority and the protection of both farmland and gardens. It has cleverly utilized the agricultural space left over from urban development to create Paiyuan, a new urban landmark that deeply integrates culture, tourism, and commerce in the Zhongpai area. Covering an area of 2,100 mu, it is an urban agricultural park that combines ecological characteristics, farming culture, and commercial vitality, preserving valuable farmland resources for the urban construction of Feixi.

🌈City Overview: Hefei, formerly known as Luzhou, is the capital of Anhui Province. It is known as the "throat of Huaiyou and the lips and teeth of Jiangnan." The city has a beautiful natural environment, many places of interest, and a distinctive garden ecological environment. It is one of the national garden cities. 🚗Transportation Information: Subway: Line 1 can take you to many attractions, such as Chaohu Lake. Bus: Many bus lines connect the city center and attractions. Taxi: Taxis are convenient and reasonably priced. 👍️Must-Visit Attractions: Hui Garden: A miniature landscape garden showcasing the scenery of Anhui. Hefei City God Temple: A temple commemorating Sun Jue, the first governor of Luzhou. Bao Park: A garden commemorating Bao Qingtian, a famous minister of the Northern Song Dynasty. Xiaoyaojin Park: An ancient battlefield from the Three Kingdoms period, now a landmark attraction in Hefei. Li Hongzhang's Former Residence: The home of Li Hongzhang, a minister of the late Qing Dynasty. Chaohu Lake: The fifth largest freshwater lake in China, with a vast water area. Anhui Museum: A national first-class museum with a rich collection. 🍽Food Recommendations: Xiaoyao Chicken: A specialty of Hefei, made with "Ya Chicken" and seasoned with medicinal herbs such as gastrodia and eucommia. Bao Gong Fish: Originally called Red Crispy Baohe Crucian Carp, named after Bao Zheng. Luzhou Roast Duck: A traditional Anhui dish, made with strict selection of ingredients and rich aroma. Feixi Old Hen Soup: A traditional classic dish in Hefei. Wushan Tribute Goose: A traditional snack of the Han people in Hefei. 🏨Accommodation Recommendations: City Center: Near Huaihe Road Pedestrian Street, convenient transportation, close to attractions, and night market. Budget Hotels: Elong Ruiyun Hotel (Hefei Wulidian Subway Station), Atour Hotel (Hefei Changjiang Road Anong University), etc. Luxury Hotels: Hilton, Westin, etc. 🧩Festivals and Events: Wife Festival (January 17) Lobster Festival (July) Hefei Spring Festival Cultural Temple Fair (January 5) Hefei International Marathon Bao Gong Qinglian Cultural Festival (July) 💗Best Travel Season: Hefei is suitable for travel all year round, but the best travel season is from April to October.

Wow🥳! I found Hefei's "Little Erhai Lake"! It's only an hour's drive from the city to Chaohu Lake, and I went back to the new campus where I went to university. The weather was just perfect, not too hot and I could see the beautiful sunset🌇. In the evening, I sat by the lake drinking tea🍵, eating barbecue🍖, feeling the breeze🌬️, and listening to music🎵. It was so relaxing and lazy! I really love this feeling, life should be so beautiful!

Location: Wangjuzi Village, Chaohu Drive: Depart from Binhu Art Museum, 30min Expense: Ordinary tea set meal starts from 168, round stove tea set meal starts from 298 Recommendation index: If you don't mind the drive and accept the price, you can go. Facing Chaohu, basking in the sun and drinking tea, there is a band performing in the tea house next door. Staring at the big wheel boat on the lake without any scruples, I found out that they are moving~