Top 20 Best Things to Do in Hefei

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Anonymous user

Of the four pavilions included in the joint ticket, Yang Zhenning's Former Residence and the Sanhe Battle Museum are relatively large, while the other two are quite small with limited exhibits. They also don't attract many visitors on weekdays.

M52***87

This time, we have a plain, straight-hemmed gauze robe! Lady Xin Zhui's attire! This ultra-thin garment was likely worn over a more ornate, colorful dress, its patterns subtly visible, enhancing the hazy, ethereal beauty. There's also a medicinal pillow filled with spices, a sachet, silk shoes, and socks. (Reminds me of the shorts worn by the Duke of Guo in the Guo State Museum in Sanmenxia…) Various spices and medicinal herbs (Traditional Chinese medicine was already quite advanced in the Han Dynasty; the Mawangdui silk manuscripts contain the "Fifty-Two Prescriptions," as well as many health preservation techniques and sexual techniques…) We can see the curved-hemmed robes of Han Dynasty nobles (but Lady Xin Zhui should have had many jade artifacts and jewelry buried with her, though the exhibition's focus isn't on those…) So this is how ear cups are stored!

M52***87

The autumn colors are absolutely stunning! Right on the banks of the Baohe River, it's within walking distance of Xiaoyaojin Park and Li Hongzhang's Former Residence, and easily accessible by public transportation (bus and subway). The clear blue water and sky reflect the red maples and dawn redwoods, creating a picturesque scene! Traveling from Kaifeng Prefecture, where Bao Zheng worked, to his hometown evokes a unique feeling! Whether it's Bao Gong Lake in Kaifeng Prefecture or the Baohe River in Hefei, both feature willows swaying along the banks, their beautiful scenery further highlighting Bao Zheng's incorruptibility! (So, actually, many prominent figures in the Northern Song Dynasty have their share of gossip, such as Bao Zheng offering wine at a banquet, which Wang Anshi refused to drink…) You can buy souvenirs from the vendors; their stalls are beautifully decorated, and you can even take photos! If you have time, you can take a boat tour on the Baohe River, or climb Qingfeng Pavilion for panoramic views. A leisurely stroll along the riverbank is also very pleasant and refreshing! The restored tomb chamber can be visited, and the park also exhibits some artifacts unearthed from the Bao family tombs... It's incredibly simple! Truly, he was incorruptible!

M52***87

Located on the pedestrian street, it's within walking distance of Xiaoyaojin Park. Along the way, there's a Mixue Ice Cream shop and many other stores. It's also not far from Bao Park. It's well worth a visit; reservations are required via their official WeChat account (free admission). You can visit the former residence (it seems much taller than typical Qing Dynasty buildings; perhaps the Li Hongzhang family was very tall?). Learn about Li Hongzhang's family (and Zhang Ailing) and their major achievements. There are official robes, insignia, various guns and weapons, and some short animations. There are also Li Hongzhang's calligraphy works and inscribed plaques, etc. Although the history of the late Qing Dynasty is heavy—impoverished and weak, and subjected to foreign aggression—the Chinese nation emerged from that difficult situation! That is the path our Chinese nation took.

Anonymous user

We went there by speedboat 🚤. The island isn't big, and a full circumnavigation takes about 2-3 hours. The scenery is beautiful, but for some reason, spiders are everywhere 🕷, with spider webs everywhere 🕸. If you're afraid of insects, I recommend taking the electric buggy around; otherwise, you'll be completely terrified by all the bugs...

五行缺土26

The stage performances and the iron flower fireworks at the 2026 Luzhou Spring Festival Lantern Festival (Xiaoyaojin Park) are absolute highlights. The stage revolves around historical dramas about Luzhou, such as "Traveling Through Zhang Liao," combined with ethnic dances and light and shadow illusions, creating a captivating blend of ancient and modern elements. The intangible cultural heritage of iron flower fireworks transforms 1600℃ iron sparks into a golden rain of light in the night sky, reflecting off the colorful lanterns in a breathtaking and romantic spectacle.

oujingqiu

I took my kids to Sunac Hefei during the May Day holiday. The coupons on a certain audio platform were super cost-effective, including hotel + tickets + buffet. The park is not particularly large, but the project has a high floor area ratio. Basically, there are all kinds of exciting projects you want to play. If you don't want to queue, you can scan the code to buy a quick ticket. The average price of each project is ¥50-60, which is quite cost-effective overall.

Anonymous user

The dolphin and seal show was fantastic, the various jellyfish were beautiful, and seeing marine life up close was truly amazing. There was even Flash from Zootopia, who was so adorable! Overall, it was a pretty good experience.

D了个Y

Almost everyone visiting Hefei for the first time will come here – Lei Street. Firstly, Lei Street isn't a single street. Located at the intersection of Ningguo South Road and Shuiyangjiang Road in Baohe District, it's a national-level tourist and leisure street area integrating food, culture, and leisure, covering tens of thousands of square meters. It opened as early as 2013, making it one of Hefei's earliest commercial street leisure projects. Secondly, the character "罍" is relatively uncommon. Even if you can't pronounce it, you'll remember the name. "罍" refers to a bronze wine vessel from the Shang and Zhou dynasties, with a bulging belly, constricted mouth, and two tall handles. It was once filled with the piety of sacrifices and the joy of banquets. The inspiration for the name Lei Street comes from the "Spring and Autumn Period Openwork Dragon-Eared Lei" unearthed from the Shuangdun Han Tomb in Bengbu in 2008. Even more interestingly, the Hefei people's custom of "exploding the Lei" (炸罍子) for hearty drinking is connected to this bronze vessel. This slogan spread and became a regional symbol. Thirdly… The Lei Street mentioned here refers to its first phase, which preserves many old houses. These gray-walled, black-tiled houses are arranged in a charming, staggered pattern, with stone slabs paving the ground. Carved wooden windows are half-open, revealing oil-paper umbrellas and blue-and-white porcelain vases hanging inside. Moss creeping through the cracks in the stone slabs, along with the moneywort growing in the corners, tells a story of the gentle passage of time. As a traveler, visiting Lei Street in Hefei makes perfect sense.

六月的第一天

Address: Intersection of Jinzhai Road and Tiantangzhai Road, Baohe District 🎫 Admission: Free 🕙 Opening Hours: 9:00-21:00 🚇 Transportation: Yaogongmiao Station (Metro Line 4) + walking/cycling; convenient public transportation; parking available ⏳ Recommended Visit Duration: 3-4 hours+ 👗 Outfit: Retro/workwear/minimalist styles all look great! Sunglasses and hats are essential!