Hefei Guide Self-guided Three-Day Tour

Hefei is the capital city of Anhui Province in China and has rich history, culture and natural landscapes. If you plan a self-guided tour, Hefei will be a good choice. This article will introduce you to Hefei's tourist attractions, food and accommodation in detail, and provide you with a comprehensive guide for your trip to Hefei.

Day 1: Explore the history and culture of Hefei

In the morning, you can first go to one of Hefei’s iconic attractions - Lushan Road Pedestrian Street. There are many traditional shops and food stalls here where you can taste authentic Hefei cuisine. Don’t miss Hefei’s specialty snacks, such as fried sesame thread in oyster sauce and stinky mandarin fish. Near the pedestrian street, you can also visit the Dashu Mountain Scenic Area, a group of ancient buildings in Hefei. There are many well-preserved Ming and Qing buildings here, allowing you to feel the historical charm of Hefei.

At noon, you can taste Hefei’s traditional dishes. Hefei cuisine is famous for its unique cooking methods and tastes, especially Hefei’s Anhui cuisine. You can choose to go to an Anhui cuisine restaurant in downtown Hefei to taste authentic Anhui cuisine. Recommended dishes include Huizhou Braised Pork, Honey Glazed Ham and Hairy Tofu.

In the afternoon, you can go to another famous attraction in Hefei - Hefei Bao Gong Temple. This is a temple commemorating Bao Zheng, a famous judge in the Northern Song Dynasty. It is also one of the historical and cultural symbols of Hefei. You can visit the exhibition in Bao Gong Temple to learn about Bao Zheng’s life story and Hefei’s historical changes.

In the evening, you can choose to taste local delicacies at a specialty restaurant in downtown Hefei. Hefei's night market is a great place to sample authentic food, where you can sample a variety of snacks and specialties. Stroll through the night market and feel the night atmosphere of Hefei.

The next day: Enjoy the natural scenery

In the morning, you can go to Hefei’s natural attraction-Jiuhua Mountain. Mount Jiuhua is one of the four famous Buddhist mountains in China and one of the most famous tourist attractions around Hefei. You can take the early morning bus to Jiuhua Mountain and climb the mountain to enjoy the beautiful natural scenery. While on the mountain, you can also visit the Buddhist temples on Mount Jiuhua to experience the peace and tranquility.

At noon, you can taste local vegetarian food at the foot of Jiuhua Mountain. Jiuhuashan Suzhai is famous for its light taste and exquisite production technology, and is the embodiment of Buddhist culture. You can taste the authentic Jiuhua Mountain vegetarian food in the vegetarian restaurant at the foot of the mountain and experience the unique charm of Buddhist culture.

In the afternoon, you can return to Hefei city and go to Binhu Park, another natural attraction in Hefei. This is a beautiful lakeside park with extensive lawns and lake views. You can walk, cycle or boat in the park and enjoy the beauty of nature. If the weather is clear, you can also enjoy beautiful sunsets by the lake.

In the evening, you can choose to taste Hefei’s lake food at a restaurant near Binhu Park. Hefei is located in the Huaihe River Basin and has abundant freshwater resources. You can taste fresh freshwater fish and other lake delicacies to satisfy your taste buds.

The third day: bodyExperience the modern atmosphere of Hefei

In the morning, you can go to Baohe Wanda Plaza, the modern business district of Hefei. This is a comprehensive commercial center integrating shopping, entertainment and dining. You can shop, watch movies or taste various food here. Wanda Plaza also has many specialty stores of internationally renowned brands, making it a paradise for shopping enthusiasts.

At noon, you can taste international cuisine at a restaurant in Wanda Plaza. There are a variety of restaurants to choose from, including Western food, Japanese and Korean food, and Chinese barbecue. You can choose the right restaurant according to your taste and enjoy a gourmet feast.

In the afternoon, you can go to Hefei's science and technology innovation park - Hefei High-tech Industrial Development Zone. It is home to numerous technology companies and research institutions and is one of the important bases for China’s technological innovation. You can visit the exhibition hall of science and technology companies to learn about Hefei's latest developments in the field of science and technology.

In the evening, you can choose to have dinner at a high-end restaurant near the High-tech Industrial Development Zone. There are many restaurants offering exquisite cuisine and excellent service, perfect for spending quality time with family or friends.

As your three-day trip to Hefei is coming to an end, I hope you had a pleasant time here and left wonderful memories. Hefei welcomes you to visit us again!