[2025 Hefei Attraction] Travel Guide for Hechai 1972 (Updated Feb)

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~

I honestly wasn’t expecting that much but I was pleasantly surprised by how great this place was! How to get there: I suggest you take a DiDi. The closest subway station is about a 25mins walk away from there. Cost: Free! Attractions: There’s a nice coffee shop, nice architecture, sculptures, street art and there’s even a museum. I was especially surprised by how great the museum was. You get to see the evolution of house appliances and I thought it was very cool! There’s also a great Italian restaurant。 I had the sausage and tomato pasta and my friend had a steak. I thought my pasta was pretty decent and my friend was pretty happy with the steak. Have a great time! #ThisIsChina #hefei #anhui #china

1. HECHAI 1972 Address - HEFEI, ANHUI Highlights - Photo museum / Retro museum/ Craft markets/ authentic Italian food Rating - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A former prison site now transformed into a cultural and creative park. A lot of art galleries to check out (photographs/ cameras/ retro and museums) Learn more about Chinese history by seeing the old, vintage things you can see in different places from a classroom/ office/ typical houses etc. You can also enjoy different artistic graffiti around, be fascinated with the architectural buildings and it’s defined such an insta location. Remember to check out the restaurants too. An Italian restaurant with live band at night. Enjoy 😉 @Hechai 1972, Hefei , China

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.

Anhui Museum of Fine Arts, Yangtze River 180 Art District (Shiguang Bookstore, Hefei Internet-famous Wall), Hefei Station, Anhui Museum, Anhui Broadcasting and Television Center (Starlight Hui Badu Three-piece Set), Swan Lake Park Observation Deck Night View, Hechai 1972, Luogang Park Hefei Old Terminal, Luogang 1977 Badu, Lei Street, New Granary, Aoyuan City Central Yipin 5F Platform, Li Hongzhang's Former Residence, Xiaoyaojin Park, Bao Park, Huaihe Road Pedestrian Street, Intime Center Phase II 10F9F Observation Deck, Qinlao Lane, Dashu Mountain

#chinatrip Nestled in the heart of Hefei, Hechai 1972 is a unique cultural and creative hub that beautifully blends industrial history with contemporary urban aesthetics. Once an old industrial factory site, this space has been transformed into a vibrant destination that celebrates art, creativity, and innovation. The rustic charm of red brick walls, towering chimneys, and vintage factory structures contrasts harmoniously with trendy cafés, boutique stores, and art galleries. Each corner of Hechai 1972 tells a story of transformation, making it a photographer’s paradise and an ideal spot for urban exploration enthusiasts. Visitors can enjoy a leisurely stroll through the open-air spaces, discovering unique art installations and admiring the blend of old and new architectural styles. The area is also home to hip cafés and restaurants serving everything from artisan coffee to local delicacies, making it a perfect spot for foodies. Art lovers will appreciate the rotating exhibitions and creative workshops frequently held here, offering a glimpse into the thriving local art scene. Whether you’re looking to unwind with a good book in a cozy café, capture Instagram-worthy photos, or simply soak in the vibrant atmosphere, Hechai 1972 delivers an unforgettable experience. More than just a historical landmark, Hechai 1972 stands as a symbol of cultural revival and urban renewal, making it a must-visit destination in Hefei for both locals and tourists alike.

| Hechai 1972, a prison-style photo spot! Check out the "Hechai 1972" art community, a popular photo spot that was once a prison. On the second day of the National Day holiday, there were a lot of people, but not as many as expected. Maybe it was because of the earthquake? The words on a white wall were very touching: Love our uncertain life with the greatest peace. There are many places to take photos in the park. It is a bit like 798 in Beijing, but I think it is better for taking photos. In recent years, many cultural and creative parks have sprung up in Hefei, becoming popular photo spots. The city has changed its appearance and now has the feel of a new first-tier city. Hechai 1972 is a good place to visit when there are fewer people. It takes at least half a day to wander around. The cultural and creative products here are good, and the restaurants are not expensive. Although it is a popular spot, I think it is worth visiting. It is suitable for people to enjoy quietly and take photos.

Hefei 1972 is a microcosm of the development of Hefei's modern industry and commerce. The original factory area has been transformed, incorporating many retro elements. You can come here to experience the development of Hefei.

Hefei is a great place to visit an industrial park. Not only is admission free, but it also perfectly recreates the old Anhui style. It's a great option for an evening stroll after dinner. I took dozens of photos, and every shot was amazing. In the middle of the square, there are many people playing cards and children playing. It's the perfect place for a family outing. The spiral staircase allows you to climb high and see the distance. The breeze is refreshing and comfortable. Hefei 1972

Hechai 1972 is one of the most representative cultural and creative parks in Hefei. The park was formerly the Hefei Diesel Engine Factory and a prison, and was later transformed into a cultural and creative park full of artistic atmosphere. The name Hechai 1972 comes from 1972, the year when the diesel engine factory was established here. Today, the park integrates rich historical elements and modern creativity, making it an excellent place to experience Hefei culture and art. 🌟【Interesting Places】 ✅Hechai Time Exhibition Hall: Old objects tell the past 70 years. ✅Hefei Home Appliance Museum: Hefei home appliance history, retro scene street, and a small train. ✅Hefei Contemporary Art Museum: Brick dome. ✅Round Fort: Check-in point, Sanjie Cultural and Creative Store. ✅Starry Lawn: Outdoor sculpture, large chimney. ✅Kawangka: Cute bear on the roof. Including but not limited to the above, because the entire park is full of artistic sense, cultural and creative stores, cafes, exhibition markets, art centers, large sculptures and small installations everywhere, everywhere is a good place to take photos and check in. 🎫【Tickets】No tickets or reservations are required for park entry, and tickets are required for some exhibitions and activities. ⏰【Time】Monday to Sunday 9:00 in the morning, the park is not closed. 📍【Location】Intersection of Jinzhai Road and Tiantangzhai Road, Baohe District, Hefei City. 🚗【Transportation】Get off at the bus station of Shilihe, walk 600 meters; Yao Gongmiao of Metro Line 4, walk 1.5 kilometers, or ride a bike; there is a parking lot on the east side.

I went to 1972 in Hefei, China. This place is an art park that was renovated from an old prison! Admission is free, and there are various shops inside the brick buildings! In the building immediately to the left upon entering the park, the old streets of Hefei are recreated, and you can enjoy it in a cool environment! (Be careful as the restrooms are outside.) There are also many art pieces outside, making it a great spot for photos. Inside the brick buildings, there are cafes and restaurants scattered around, so be sure to check them out!

one of the best attractions in hefei. only attractions in China, mind you i have done more than 30 cities not trying to make a profit from u. Entrance is free with many cafe and art gallery inside. I just hang out in one of the cafe and spend rmb26 for an americano and still didn't feel rip off. it's one of the attraction you must come to if u are in hefei 📍Address: 1972

🌠Hechai 1972 is a cultural and creative park transformed from an old diesel engine factory, located at the intersection of Jinzhai Road and Tianzhaizhai Road in Hefei. The mottled red brick wall, the large dome workshop, and the vicissitudes of the years are all engraved. There are various cultural and creative exhibitions and cultural and creative shops inside. 💰Ticket price: Free ⏳Play time: 2-3 hours 📍Detailed address: No. 310, Jinzhai South Road, Hefei

During a business trip to Hefei, besides checking in at various shopping malls, a local friend recommended a cultural and creative park called 'Hechai 1972', also known as 'Hefei's 798 Art Zone' in the hearts of the local youth. Hechai 1972 is located at the junction of Baohe District, Shushan District, and the new district for government and cultural affairs. It is the first cultural and creative park in the country that has been transformed from an old prison site and officially opened in 2019. The project's predecessor includes the Hefei Brick and Tile Factory, Hefei Diesel Engine Factory, and Hefei Prison. After the relocation of Hefei Prison in 2018, Hefei did not demolish the old factory buildings. Instead, it revitalized them through a combination of 'industrial heritage conservation and cultural creativity rebirth', which has now become an increasingly popular destination for culture, business, and tourism.

Hepai 1972, Hefei's cultural and creative park, is well worth a leisurely stroll and a photo check-in. There is a strong sense of art, literature, and industry here. The whole park is not very large, so it won't be too tiring to walk around. There are too many snack stalls outside the north gate, which affect the city's appearance, and it is suggested that the relevant departments should manage this.

Hepai 1972·Fanmu Art Center is located in Building A-5 of Hepai 1972 Creative Cultural Park in Baohe District, Hefei City, adjacent to the north gate entrance and the east side lawn (with underground parking). Over the course of 70 years, Hepai 1972 has successively experienced identities as Hefei Second Round Kiln Factory, Hefei Diesel Engine Factory, and Hefei Light Industry Manufacturing Factory. From 2019 to 2022, as the supporting facilities of the cultural park were gradually improved and the planning was implemented, along with the pace of urban renewal, the entry of diversified business formats added new vitality to Hepai, and Hepai 1972 is now blooming into its fourth new life cycle. To enrich the urban atmosphere of Hefei and the cultural life of its people, Hepai 1972·Fanmu Art Center quickly set up a performance space that meets local cultural needs and includes various types of music. In the future, it will also focus on music as the core, to build a music performance industry chain, covering music IP development, music incubation, and other businesses, and with culture as the content, to create a dynamic space that meets the needs of commercial performances, brand launches, art exhibitions, and other diverse forms.

I heard there's a spot in Hefei with a wide variety of skewers and all kinds of beer. Can you believe it? It's like a dream combination! Just imagine, camping, barbecuing, singing, bonfires... these activities sound so exciting, filled with endless freedom and joy. Dear friends, when the weather gets warmer, we can make plans to go to this place with our sisters and brothers. The space is spacious enough for us to have fun to our heart's content, and we can even set off fireworks, how wonderful! There are also camping tents, and everything is super well-prepared. Meat, vegetables, seafood, fruits, drinks, you name it. A variety of seasonings are also available, choose whatever you want to eat, and enjoy grilling, playing, and eating at the same time, it's simply too comfortable! Friends with kids, don't worry, the space is spacious and the kids can have a blast. There are also workshops, pottery, and other activities, allowing everyone to fully enjoy the fun of handicrafts. It's amazing! How can we miss such a place? Let's make plans quickly, looking forward to sharing this joy with you!

It's a place with many interesting art pieces. It's popular among the youth, and you can take photogenic pictures anywhere. There are restaurants and cafes, places where you can do pottery, and shops selling earrings and miscellaneous goods. There's also a lawn where you can rest. I think it's a place where both families and couples can enjoy. Since cars are not allowed inside, time flows quietly and leisurely. Kawangka is a cafe that originated in the Hefei region.

🍀 Hefei Chaichai 1972 is a popular cultural landmark in Hefei It is an artistic district filled with industrial memories 🏣 Its predecessor was the Hefei Diesel Engine Factory, with a history dating back to 1972 Based on the original factory building structure, it has been organically transformed It allows people to deeply understand and feel the urban memory of Hefei It is a unique and innovative urban cultural experience ⭐ After a comprehensive renovation, the buildings full of historical traces exude a unique artistic atmosphere, which is very impressive Step into the Time Exhibition Hall to learn about the past and present of the Hefei Diesel Engine Factory and experience the urban style of the industrial era 🍻 In the art district, you can see art design, architecture, exhibition halls, shops, restaurants, cafes... All of them have an independent temperament and innovative design, especially at night under the light embellishments, the atmosphere is even more unique 🌿 It is not just a tourist attraction, but also a window to display urban culture Stroll here in the afternoon, look at art exhibitions, have a cup of coffee, and sit idly to pass the time 🍃 The night scene of the district is beautifully tranquil, and the environment is serene, enjoying the strong artistic atmosphere of the evening breeze It is very suitable for weekend getaways, and the different exhibition halls and shops can keep you busy all day / 1⃣️ Sanjie Cultural and Creative Space 🛖 A landmark building in the scenic area, round like a bunker 🔮 Inside are various cultural and creative souvenirs, hand-made crafts, and outside is a circular pool 🏮 The building looks ordinary during the day, but at night when the lights are on, it is very beautiful and creative 2⃣️ Hefei Household Appliance Story Museum 📺 Many precious industrial heritages, old machinery and equipment, etc., bring the old city streets of Hefei indoors 📷 Created into an immersive street scene space, it feels like time travel, experiencing the old city stories 💡 These are all witnesses of that era, and this place also gathers many artists and culture enthusiasts 🧶 They use their own creations and performances to inject new vitality and energy into this place 3⃣️ Hefei Chaichai Fanmu Art Center 🗒️ A very tall and bright art corridor, gathering many excellent art decorations and wonderful paintings 📝 The entire art center is clean, simple, and grand, allowing people to freely roam in the ocean of art 💎 At night, the soft lighting around the building outlines the artistic texture of the exterior walls 4⃣️ Other Exhibition Halls 👉 Pujian Art Museum🎨 👉 Yuanquan Museum⚱️ 👉 Da Vinci Installation Art Exhibition💎 👉 DNA Immersive Game Club🧩 👉 Fuying Art Space🎭 👉 Yipai Creative Space🪑 5⃣️ Specialty Stores 🧥 DAWN GALLERY Trendy Buyer's Shop, LECURIO Gift Shop ☕ District Coffee, M Stand, FREE CAFE 🍱 Daohe Japanese Cuisine, Yueyu, Yinshi Hotpot 🫖 Luzhou Seventeen New Chinese Tea House, Daydream Tavern

I am Guanhai Tingtao tour+ global traveler, please follow me! (Published the 1627th travel shot in 56 countries/regions in 5 continents) "Hechai 1972", is the first cultural industry park transformed from the old prison site in China. It is located at the intersection of Jinzhai Road and Tianlu Road in Hefei. The earliest here was "Hefei Brick and Tile Factory", in 1972 it was transformed into "Hefei Diesel Engine Factory", I guess this is the origin of the name of the cultural and creative park. In 1996, it became "Hefei Prison", and the prison mission ended in 2018. After several years of transformation, it has become the current cultural and creative park. The "Hechai 1972" park retains the architectural features of Hefei's industrial development in the last century. Here, you can truly feel the memory of the historical development of Hefei. The park currently uses the old factory building to transform the exhibition hall, which contains the restored old Hefei scene street and the old Hefei train station. The children ride the small train in the museum to shuttle through the streets, and they have a lot of fun. There are many cafes and literary creation studios in "Hechai 1972", which gives us the enjoyment of quiet slow time and feels a different cultural and artistic atmosphere. It's also great to take pictures and check in here!

Hechai 1972, the first cultural and creative park transformed from an old prison site in China, is located at the junction of Baohe District, Government District, and Shushan District. Inside Hechai is a popular art and commercial area, with some sculptures and exhibition halls, recording the past and present of Hefei. The recommended ones are the Time Exhibition Hall and the Hefei Home Appliance Story Exhibition Hall, where you can see the appearance of Hechai at that time and the famous shops and stories in Hefei. In addition to the exhibitions, there are also many Western restaurants, coffee and beverage shops. When you are tired, you can go in and sit down, order a cup of coffee or a cup of tea, and enjoy life. Hechai does not charge admission, but it has business hours, from nine in the morning to nine in the evening. Be careful not to go too late to avoid affecting the subsequent itinerary.

I went to visit my friend in Hefei and it was a great first experience in the city. Things are cheap such as western restaurants and didi,the best time i had was when we went to the old prison where we saw when the first electronics were made. We had to stop at the coffee shop and have some amazing lemon tart and cheese cake,they also had a cool museum and a lot of food stalls. Its called 1972

A good place of Hefei.

Getting There - hechai 1972 Attractions - Art with new frequent themes and you get to see lots of vintage stuff Hotels - Food & Restaurants - there is a nice restaurant and a nice coffee shop Shopping - lots of souvenirs to get