China

Hefei

Hefei blends ancient Bao Zheng lore with fast modern metro lines.

Local time: UTC+8
Population: 9.4M
Safety

Cost of a day

$$$$$

Affordable

Food$$$$$About $15 a day: light breakfast, cheap lunch, mid-range dinner
Stay$$$$$3-star hotel about $52 a night for two
Transport$$$$$About $1.2 a day: 4 public transit rides

Exchange rate

🇨🇳 CNY =

Rates from 2026-10-23, refreshed monthly.

Getting in

HFEHefei Xinqiao International AirportMain airport, about 33 km northwest of the centre.

How	Cost	Time
Airport busCity centre	¥15-25	50-70 min
Cheapest option; check the desk for the next departure.
MetroCity centre	¥5-8	60-80 min
Check locally for the current airport line connection.
TaxiCity centre	¥80-120	40-55 min
Use the official taxi rank outside arrivals.
DidiCity centre	¥70-110	40-55 min
Pick a marked pickup point in the app.

Estimates, checked October 2026. Wikivoyage: Hefei

Getting around

Metro for most trips; taxis or Didi for short hops and late nights.

Metro ★Lines 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 cover the city. Line 1 links both main train stations.
BusBuses cost ¥1 non-air-conditioned or ¥2 air-conditioned. Routes are in Chinese only.
Taxi / ride apps ★Green, blue and orange taxis start at ¥8; black taxis start at ¥9. Didi works well; have a Chinese number or Alipay set up.
Rental carNot advised for short visits; traffic and parking are stressful.
WalkingFine around the centre and parks in mild months. Use metro or taxis for longer hops.
Bike-shareMobike and Hellobike cost ¥1–2 per ride. Needs WeChat or Alipay.

Recommended stay★ 1 night (2 days)

One night covers the main sights; add a second night for a Chao Lake or Dashushan day out.

Best for

CultureAnhui Museum, Bao Park and the old town lanes.
HistoryLord Bao's temple, Li Hongzhang's former residence and the Three Kingdoms sites.

Weather by month

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27°17°May🌧 10d

30°21°Jun🌧 11d

32°25°Jul🌧 16d

32°25°Aug🌧 12d

29°20°Sep🌧 9d

22°14°Oct🌧 9d

17°8°Nov🌧 8d

10°1°Dec🌧 5d

Average daily high / low (°C), sea temperature and rainy days. Typical figures, not a forecast.

Climate

Humid subtropical: cold winters, hot humid summers, and the most rain in July. Spring and autumn are the best seasons.

Best time: April to May and September to OctoberHighs around 22–29°C with moderate rain. Ideal for parks, lakes and walking.
Hot, humid summer (June to August)Highs near 30–32°C and lows near 21–25°C. Muggy nights; do outdoor sights early or late.
Wettest month is JulyAbout 16 rain days. Keep an umbrella and a backup indoor plan.
Cold winter (December to February)Highs of 8–11°C and lows near 0–1°C. Bring a warm coat; indoor heating can be limited.
Rain is spread through the yearMost months have 8–11 rain days. A small umbrella is worth packing any month.
What to packLight layers in spring and autumn, breathable clothes and sunscreen for summer, a warm coat for winter, and rain gear in July.

Landmarks 6

Must-see · 6

1
Lord Bao Park
The city's best-known sight, a leafy park built around the memorial to Bao Zheng, the incorruptible Song-dynasty official who is a folk hero across China. Come early morning to watch locals doing tai chi, and allow an hour or two to walk the grounds and the memorial halls.
2
Sanhe Ancient Town
A well-preserved water town of old lanes, stone bridges and traditional houses about an hour outside Hefei, the best place nearby to see Anhui's historic architecture. Go on a weekday to avoid crowds and wear comfortable shoes for the cobbled streets.
3
Anhui Museum
The leading museum in the province, strong on Anhui history, calligraphy and regional culture, and a good rainy-day option. It is free to enter with ID, but check opening days since many Chinese museums close on Mondays.
4
Li Hongzhang Former Residence
The family home of Li Hongzhang, the late-Qing statesman, giving a window into 19th-century official life in Hefei. It is compact, so pair it with a walk in the surrounding old streets.
5
Xiaoyaojin Park
A central park with a lake, gardens and a famous name from the Three Kingdoms era, popular with local families. Best in spring and autumn; it is an easy stroll from the city centre.
6
Swan Lake
A modern lakeside area with open views and a skyline backdrop, good for an evening walk. Go around sunset when the light is best and the waterfront is liveliest.

Cultural

Museum 1

Ancient Site 1

Park 2

Old Town 1

Natural

Lake 1

Plans

Hefei rewards visitors with leafy parks, lakeside temples and a booming food scene. Pick how long you have and what you enjoy most. Prices checked October 2026; ≈ marks estimates.

How long?

What do you enjoy most?

Day trip · Culture

A full culture day on foot in the city centre, with a museum stop if you have the time.

Stay: City Centre. Walk to Bao Park, the Anhui Museum and the main shopping streets. Best for first-time sightseeing.

Tickets & tours: ≈ CNY 60
Taxis: ≈ CNY 92

Day 1

Old town, Bao Park and the museum

Tickets ≈ CNY 60 pp · taxis ≈ CNY 92

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 10 km · ≈ 32 min · ≈ CNY 28
1

09:00–10:00 · Free

Old town neighbourhood walk

Start early in the old town lanes. Quietest before 10:00.

Open Daytime
Taxi · 1479 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ CNY 11
2

10:15–11:45 · Park free · Bao Zheng Memorial Hall small fee, check on the day

Lord Bao Park Landmark quest

About 15 minutes on foot. The memorial hall is daytime only.

Open Park roughly 06:00–22:00 · memorial hall daytime only
Taxi · 1062 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ CNY 10
3

12:00–13:00 · ≈ CNY 40–90 per person

Home Original Chicken Landmark quest

Lunch before the midday crowds. Prices are low.

Open Lunch and dinner daily, roughly 11:00–21:00
Taxi · 9 km · ≈ 30 min · ≈ CNY 26
4

14:00–16:00 · Free with ID, check on the day

Anhui Museum

Short taxi ride. Closed Monday. Check the day's hours on arrival.

Open Closed Monday · Tue–Sun daytime
Taxi · 288 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ CNY 9
5

19:00–19:45 · Free

Swan Lake night skyline view

Stay for the skyline after dark. Dinner near the lake.

Open Evening
Taxi back to your hotel · 362 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ CNY 9

Day trip · History

Lord Bao, the temple and the old streets, all close together in the centre.

Stay: City Centre. Walk to Bao Park, the Anhui Museum and the main shopping streets. Best for first-time sightseeing.

Tickets & tours: ≈ CNY 50
Taxis: ≈ CNY 97

Day 1

Lord Bao and the old city

Tickets ≈ CNY 50 pp · taxis ≈ CNY 97

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 10 km · ≈ 32 min · ≈ CNY 28
1

09:00–09:45 · Small entry fee, check on the day

Mingjiao Temple

Go early for a calm visit. Daytime only.

Open Daytime daily
Taxi · 1151 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ CNY 10
2

10:00–11:30 · Park free · Bao Zheng Memorial Hall small fee, check on the day

Lord Bao Park Landmark quest

Short walk. The memorial hall is daytime only.

Open Park roughly 06:00–22:00 · memorial hall daytime only
Taxi · 1490 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ CNY 11
3

12:00–13:00 · ≈ CNY 20–60 per person

Local food market and snack street

Lunch at the snack street. Busiest at meal times.

Open Morning to evening, busiest at meal times
Taxi · 1104 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ CNY 10
4

13:30–14:30 · Free entry

Xiaoyaojin Park Landmark quest

Old battle site. Shaded paths, good after lunch.

Open Roughly 06:00–21:00 daily
Taxi · 1123 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ CNY 10
5

19:00–20:00 · Free to walk

Huaihe Road Pedestrian Street walk

Evening walk. Shops roughly 10:00–22:00.

Open Shops roughly 10:00–22:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 9 km · ≈ 31 min · ≈ CNY 27

1 night · Culture ★ Recommended length

Our pick for most visitors: Lord Bao Park and the old town on day one, the Anhui Museum before you leave.

Tickets & tours: ≈ CNY 150
Taxis: ≈ CNY 96

Day 1

Arrive, Lord Bao Park and the old town

Tickets ≈ CNY 100 pp · taxis ≈ CNY 30

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

12:30–13:30 · ≈ CNY 40–90 per person

Home Original Chicken Landmark quest

Lunch first. The local roast chicken dish. Arrive before the midday rush.

Open Lunch and dinner daily, roughly 11:00–21:00
Taxi · 1062 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ CNY 10
2

13:45–15:15 · Park free · Bao Zheng Memorial Hall small fee, check on the day

Lord Bao Park Landmark quest

Walk the park and the memorial hall. The hall is daytime only.

Open Park roughly 06:00–22:00 · memorial hall daytime only
Taxi · 1479 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ CNY 11
3

15:30–16:30 · Free

Old town neighbourhood walk

Old town lanes nearby. Go slow and look up at the old buildings.

Open Daytime
Taxi · 432 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ CNY 9
4

16:45–17:30 · ≈ CNY 30–60 per person

Traditional tea house stop

Sit down for tea and a rest.

Open Daytime to evening
5

18:00–19:00 · Free to walk

Huaihe Road Pedestrian Street walk

Evening stroll. Shops stay open to about 22:00. Dinner snacks along the way.

Open Shops roughly 10:00–22:00

Day 2

Museum morning, then go

Tickets ≈ CNY 50 pp · taxis ≈ CNY 66

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:30–11:30 · Free with ID, check on the day

Anhui Museum

Closed Monday. Check the day's opening hours on the day. Free entry is usual.

Open Closed Monday · Tue–Sun daytime
Taxi · 188 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ CNY 8
2

12:00–12:45 · Free

Swan Lake

Short lakeside walk next door.

Open Always open
Taxi · 9 km · ≈ 29 min · ≈ CNY 26
3

13:00–13:45 · ≈ CNY 30–80 per person

Tianlala Landmark quest

Quick lunch before you head off.

Open Daily, roughly 10:00–21:00
Taxi · 12 km · ≈ 37 min · ≈ CNY 32
4

14:30–15:00 · Free

Hefei South Station area

Allow extra time for security. Check your train's station carefully.

Open Station open long hours

1 night · History ★ Recommended length

History first: Lord Bao, the temple and the old streets, with a museum morning to finish.

Tickets & tours: ≈ CNY 180
Taxis: ≈ CNY 115

Day 1

Lord Bao, temple and old streets

Tickets ≈ CNY 130 pp · taxis ≈ CNY 49

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:00–10:30 · Park free · Bao Zheng Memorial Hall small fee, check on the day

Lord Bao Park Landmark quest

Start early and quiet. The memorial hall is daytime only.

Open Park roughly 06:00–22:00 · memorial hall daytime only
Taxi · 1151 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ CNY 10
2

10:45–11:30 · Small entry fee, check on the day

Mingjiao Temple

Morning is calmest. Dress modestly.

Open Daytime daily
Taxi · 847 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ CNY 10
3

12:00–13:00 · ≈ CNY 20–60 per person

Local food market and snack street

Lunch at the snack street. Busiest at meal times.

Open Morning to evening, busiest at meal times
Taxi · 477 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ CNY 9
4

13:30–14:30 · Free

Old town neighbourhood walk

Old town lanes on foot. Ask your hotel about Li Hongzhang's former residence and its hours.

Open Daytime
Taxi · 665 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ CNY 9
5

15:00–16:00 · Free entry

Xiaoyaojin Park Landmark quest

Park with Three Kingdoms history. Open to about 21:00.

Open Roughly 06:00–21:00 daily
Taxi · 1239 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ CNY 10
6

19:00–20:30 · ≈ CNY 50–150, check on the day

Anhui opera or local show

Evening show. Schedules vary, so book or check on the day.

Open Evening performances, schedule varies

Day 2

Museum and lake, then go

Tickets ≈ CNY 50 pp · taxis ≈ CNY 66

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:30–11:30 · Free with ID, check on the day

Anhui Museum

Closed Monday. Check hours on the day.

Open Closed Monday · Tue–Sun daytime
Taxi · 188 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ CNY 8
2

12:00–12:45 · Free

Swan Lake

Lakeside walk. Always open.

Open Always open
Taxi · 9 km · ≈ 29 min · ≈ CNY 26
3

13:00–13:45 · ≈ CNY 30–80 per person

Tianlala Landmark quest

Quick lunch.

Open Daily, roughly 10:00–21:00
Taxi · 12 km · ≈ 37 min · ≈ CNY 32
4

14:30–15:00 · Free

Hefei South Station area

Check which station your train leaves from.

Open Station open long hours

1 night · Nature ★ Recommended length

Green and easy: parks and lakes by day, the Swan Lake skyline after dark.

Tickets & tours: ≈ CNY 90
Taxis: ≈ CNY 106

Day 1

Parks, lake and night skyline

Tickets ≈ CNY 40 pp · taxis ≈ CNY 48

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:00–10:00 · Free entry

Xiaoyaojin Park Landmark quest

Morning walk. Open from about 06:00.

Open Roughly 06:00–21:00 daily
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ CNY 12
2

10:30–11:15 · Free

Baohe Park lakeside walk

Lakeside path. Always open.

Open Always open
Taxi · 879 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ CNY 10
3

12:00–13:00 · ≈ CNY 20–60 per person

Local food market and snack street

Lunch at the snack street.

Open Morning to evening, busiest at meal times
Taxi · 9 km · ≈ 31 min · ≈ CNY 27
4

16:30–17:30 · Free

Swan Lake

Arrive before sunset. Always open.

Open Always open
5

18:30–19:15 · Free

Swan Lake night skyline view

Skyline view after dark. Dinner nearby.

Open Evening

Day 2

Museum or hill walk, then go

Tickets ≈ CNY 50 pp · taxis ≈ CNY 58

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:30–11:30 · Free with ID, check on the day

Anhui Museum

Good rainy-day option. Closed Monday.

Open Closed Monday · Tue–Sun daytime
Taxi · 9 km · ≈ 30 min · ≈ CNY 26
2

12:00–12:45 · ≈ CNY 30–80 per person

Tianlala Landmark quest

Quick lunch.

Open Daily, roughly 10:00–21:00
Taxi · 12 km · ≈ 37 min · ≈ CNY 32
3

13:30–14:00 · Free

Hefei South Station area

Check your train's station and allow time for security.

Open Station open long hours

2 nights · Culture

Museum, Lord Bao Park and the old town lanes at an easy pace.

Stay: City Centre. Walk to Bao Park, the Anhui Museum and the main shopping streets. Best for first-time sightseeing.

Tickets & tours: ≈ CNY 150
Taxis: ≈ CNY 258
Hotel: CNY 360–900

Day 1

Arrive and walk the old town

Tickets ≈ CNY 40 pp · taxis ≈ CNY 93

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 4 km · ≈ 16 min · ≈ CNY 16
1

13:00–13:30 · Free

Hefei South Station area

Metro Line 1 runs to the city centre. Buy a transit card or use the metro app.

Open Station open long hours
Taxi · 13 km · ≈ 40 min · ≈ CNY 33
2

15:00–16:00 · Free

Old town neighbourhood walk

Lanes are quietest in the afternoon. Wear comfy shoes.

Open Daytime
Taxi · 461 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ CNY 9
3

17:00–18:00 · Free to walk

Huaihe Road Pedestrian Street walk

Shops stay open to about 22:00.

Open Shops roughly 10:00–22:00
Taxi · 181 m · ≈ 5 min · ≈ CNY 8
4

18:30–19:30 · ≈ CNY 20–60 per person

Local food market and snack street

Busiest at meal times. Point at what looks good.

Open Morning to evening, busiest at meal times
Taxi back to your hotel · 9 km · ≈ 31 min · ≈ CNY 27

Day 2

Lord Bao Park and the museum

Tickets ≈ CNY 60 pp · taxis ≈ CNY 79

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 9 km · ≈ 30 min · ≈ CNY 26
1

08:30–10:00 · Park free · Bao Zheng Memorial Hall small fee, check on the day

Lord Bao Park Landmark quest

Memorial hall is daytime only. Go early to beat the crowds.

Open Park roughly 06:00–22:00 · memorial hall daytime only
Taxi · 1062 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ CNY 10
2

10:30–11:30 · ≈ CNY 40–90 per person

Home Original Chicken Landmark quest

Lunch before the midday rush. The roast chicken is the classic order.

Open Lunch and dinner daily, roughly 11:00–21:00
Taxi · 9 km · ≈ 30 min · ≈ CNY 26
3

13:30–15:30 · Free with ID, check on the day

Anhui Museum

Closed Monday. Check the day's hours on arrival.

Open Closed Monday · Tue–Sun daytime
Taxi · 188 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ CNY 8
4

16:30–17:30 · Free

Swan Lake

Short taxi or metro ride from the museum. Good at sunset.

Open Always open
5

19:30–20:15 · Free

Swan Lake night skyline view

Skyline lights come on after dark. Dinner nearby.

Open Evening
Taxi back to your hotel · 362 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ CNY 9

Day 3

Temple, tea and departure

Tickets ≈ CNY 50 pp · taxis ≈ CNY 86

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 10 km · ≈ 32 min · ≈ CNY 28
1

09:00–09:45 · Small entry fee, check on the day

Mingjiao Temple

Daytime daily. Morning is calmest.

Open Daytime daily
Taxi · 652 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ CNY 9
2

10:30–11:15 · ≈ CNY 30–60 per person

Traditional tea house stop

A slow tea stop before you leave.

Open Daytime to evening
Taxi · 12 km · ≈ 38 min · ≈ CNY 32
3

12:00–12:30 · Free

Hefei South Station area

Allow extra time for security at the station.

Open Station open long hours
Taxi back to your hotel · 4 km · ≈ 16 min · ≈ CNY 16

2 nights · History

Lord Bao, old lanes and the city's museum collections.

Stay: City Centre. Walk to Bao Park, the Anhui Museum and the main shopping streets. Best for first-time sightseeing.

Tickets & tours: ≈ CNY 220
Taxis: ≈ CNY 307
Hotel: CNY 360–900

Day 1

Arrive and the old town

Tickets ≈ CNY 50 pp · taxis ≈ CNY 93

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 4 km · ≈ 16 min · ≈ CNY 16
1

13:00–13:30 · Free

Hefei South Station area

Metro Line 1 to the centre. Taxis queue outside.

Open Station open long hours
Taxi · 13 km · ≈ 40 min · ≈ CNY 33
2

15:00–16:00 · Free

Old town neighbourhood walk

Look for old shopfronts and lane houses.

Open Daytime
Taxi · 461 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ CNY 9
3

17:00–18:00 · Free to walk

Huaihe Road Pedestrian Street walk

Evening is liveliest.

Open Shops roughly 10:00–22:00
Taxi · 450 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ CNY 9
4

18:30–19:15 · ≈ CNY 30–80 per person

Tianlala Landmark quest

Quick, cheap dinner. Open to about 21:00.

Open Daily, roughly 10:00–21:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 9 km · ≈ 30 min · ≈ CNY 26

Day 2

Lord Bao and the museum

Tickets ≈ CNY 120 pp · taxis ≈ CNY 129

Taxi from your hotel · 9 km · ≈ 30 min · ≈ CNY 26
1

08:30–10:00 · Park free · Bao Zheng Memorial Hall small fee, check on the day

Lord Bao Park Landmark quest

Memorial hall daytime only. Start here before tour groups.

Open Park roughly 06:00–22:00 · memorial hall daytime only
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ CNY 12
2

10:30–11:30 · Free entry

Xiaoyaojin Park Landmark quest

Short walk or taxi. A Three Kingdoms battle site.

Open Roughly 06:00–21:00 daily
Taxi · 1104 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ CNY 10
3

12:00–13:00 · ≈ CNY 20–60 per person

Local food market and snack street

Lunch at the snack stalls.

Open Morning to evening, busiest at meal times
Taxi · 9 km · ≈ 31 min · ≈ CNY 27
4

14:00–16:00 · Free with ID, check on the day

Anhui Museum

Closed Monday. Check hours on the day.

Open Closed Monday · Tue–Sun daytime
Taxi · 9 km · ≈ 31 min · ≈ CNY 27
5

19:00–20:30 · ≈ CNY 50–150, check on the day

Anhui opera or local show

Schedule varies. Book ahead if you can.

Open Evening performances, schedule varies
Taxi back to your hotel · 9 km · ≈ 31 min · ≈ CNY 27

Day 3

Temple and departure

Tickets ≈ CNY 50 pp · taxis ≈ CNY 86

Taxi from your hotel · 10 km · ≈ 32 min · ≈ CNY 28
1

09:00–09:45 · Small entry fee, check on the day

Mingjiao Temple

Daytime daily. Quiet in the morning.

Open Daytime daily
Taxi · 652 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ CNY 9
2

10:30–11:15 · ≈ CNY 30–60 per person

Traditional tea house stop

Last stop before the station.

Open Daytime to evening
Taxi · 12 km · ≈ 38 min · ≈ CNY 32
3

12:00–12:30 · Free

Hefei South Station area

Allow extra time for security.

Open Station open long hours
Taxi back to your hotel · 4 km · ≈ 16 min · ≈ CNY 16

2 nights · Nature

Lakeside walks, park mornings and a slow evening skyline.

Stay: Swan Lake. Modern hotels around the lake and the Anhui TV tower. Quiet evenings, good for nature and views.

Tickets & tours: ≈ CNY 100
Taxis: ≈ CNY 256
Hotel: CNY 500–1,200

Day 1

Arrive and lakeside evening

Tickets ≈ CNY 0 pp · taxis ≈ CNY 42

Taxi from your hotel · 4 km · ≈ 17 min · ≈ CNY 17
1

13:00–13:30 · Free

Hefei South Station area

Metro or taxi to the Swan Lake area.

Open Station open long hours
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 16 min · ≈ CNY 16
2

16:00–17:00 · Free

Swan Lake

Walk the shore. Best light near sunset.

Open Always open
3

19:30–20:15 · Free

Swan Lake night skyline view

Skyline after dark. Eat nearby.

Open Evening
Taxi back to your hotel · 643 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ CNY 9

Day 2

Parks and museum

Tickets ≈ CNY 60 pp · taxis ≈ CNY 129

Taxi from your hotel · 11 km · ≈ 35 min · ≈ CNY 30
1

08:30–09:30 · Free entry

Xiaoyaojin Park Landmark quest

Morning is cool and quiet.

Open Roughly 06:00–21:00 daily
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ CNY 12
2

10:00–11:30 · Park free · Bao Zheng Memorial Hall small fee, check on the day

Lord Bao Park Landmark quest

Walk over from Xiaoyaojin. Memorial hall daytime only.

Open Park roughly 06:00–22:00 · memorial hall daytime only
Taxi · 1062 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ CNY 10
3

12:00–13:00 · ≈ CNY 40–90 per person

Home Original Chicken Landmark quest

Lunch before the rush.

Open Lunch and dinner daily, roughly 11:00–21:00
Taxi · 9 km · ≈ 30 min · ≈ CNY 26
4

14:00–16:00 · Free with ID, check on the day

Anhui Museum

Closed Monday. Good for a hot or rainy afternoon.

Open Closed Monday · Tue–Sun daytime
Taxi · 9 km · ≈ 29 min · ≈ CNY 25
5

16:30–17:15 · Free

Baohe Park lakeside walk

Lakeside walk in late afternoon light.

Open Always open
Taxi back to your hotel · 9 km · ≈ 30 min · ≈ CNY 26

Day 3

Morning park and departure

Tickets ≈ CNY 40 pp · taxis ≈ CNY 85

Taxi from your hotel · 9 km · ≈ 30 min · ≈ CNY 26
1

08:30–09:15 · Free

Baohe Park lakeside walk

Always open. Early walkers only.

Open Always open
Taxi · 789 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ CNY 10
2

10:00–10:45 · ≈ CNY 30–60 per person

Traditional tea house stop

Tea before you go.

Open Daytime to evening
Taxi · 12 km · ≈ 38 min · ≈ CNY 32
3

11:30–12:00 · Free

Hefei South Station area

Allow extra time for security.

Open Station open long hours
Taxi back to your hotel · 4 km · ≈ 17 min · ≈ CNY 17

Swap in instead

Add a day trip to Chao Lake, a large freshwater lake east of the city; check buses and timings on the day.
History fans can swap a city afternoon for the Three Kingdoms sites and Lord Bao's temple area.
Slow travellers can spend a morning walking Dashushan hill and an afternoon in the Anhui Museum.

Getting around

Metro lines 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 cover the city; Line 1 links both main train stations.
Buses cost ¥1 non-air-conditioned or ¥2 air-conditioned; routes are in Chinese only.
Green, blue and orange taxis start at ¥8; black taxis start at ¥9.
Ride apps like Didi work well; have a Chinese number or Alipay set up.
Bike-share (Mobike, Hellobike) is cheap at ¥1-2 per ride; needs WeChat or Alipay.
Driving yourself is not advised for short visits; traffic and parking are stressful.

Where to stay

City Centre · ≈ CNY 180–450 a night
Walk to Bao Park, the Anhui Museum and the main shopping streets. Best for first-time sightseeing.
Swan Lake · ≈ CNY 250–600 a night
Modern hotels around the lake and the Anhui TV tower. Quiet evenings, good for nature and views.
Hefei South Station · ≈ CNY 150–380 a night
Handy for high-speed trains to Shanghai, Nanjing and Huangshan. Metro Line 1 reaches the centre.
Hefei Station · ≈ CNY 120–300 a night
Older station north of the centre. Cheapest beds and easy Line 1 access; area is busier and plainer.

Food & drink

Try Anhui cooking: braised pork, smoked and salted dishes, and bamboo shoots. It is savoury, not spicy.
Look for small local restaurants near Bao Park and the old lanes; menus are often Chinese only, so point or use a translation app.
Breakfast is cheap and local: steamed buns, congee and soy milk for a few yuan.
Night markets and food streets are best after dark; prices are low, roughly ¥10–40 a dish.
Big malls around Swan Lake and the centre have chain restaurants with picture menus if you want an easy first meal.

Tips

Known as one of China's fastest-growing tech hubs, particularly in quantum computing and EVs
Visit Xiaoyaojin Park for a mix of Three Kingdoms history and modern leisure
WeChat Pay and Alipay are mandatory for almost all transactions
Try local Anhui cuisine, which emphasizes wild herbs, braising, and hearty stews
The high-speed train connects it easily to Shanghai and Nanjing

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Liu'an Guapian green tea

CNY 60–20050-100g · shop prices

A green tea from Anhui Province, grown in the mountains near Liu'an. Hefei is the provincial capital, so this tea is a classic local souvenir.

Where: Huiliu official brand store, Hefei

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Must-see · 6

Lord Bao Park

Sanhe Ancient Town

Anhui Museum

Li Hongzhang Former Residence

Xiaoyaojin Park

Swan Lake

Cultural

Museum 1

Ancient Site 1

Park 2

Old Town 1

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Old town neighbourhood walk

Lord Bao Park Landmark quest

Home Original Chicken Landmark quest

Anhui Museum

Swan Lake night skyline view

Mingjiao Temple

Lord Bao Park Landmark quest

Local food market and snack street

Xiaoyaojin Park Landmark quest

Huaihe Road Pedestrian Street walk

Xiaoyaojin Park Landmark quest

Baohe Park lakeside walk

Tianlala Landmark quest

Swan Lake

Swan Lake night skyline view

Home Original Chicken Landmark quest

Lord Bao Park Landmark quest

Old town neighbourhood walk

Traditional tea house stop

Huaihe Road Pedestrian Street walk

Anhui Museum

Swan Lake

Tianlala Landmark quest

Hefei South Station area

Lord Bao Park Landmark quest

Mingjiao Temple

Local food market and snack street

Old town neighbourhood walk

Xiaoyaojin Park Landmark quest

Anhui opera or local show

Anhui Museum

Swan Lake

Tianlala Landmark quest

Hefei South Station area

Xiaoyaojin Park Landmark quest

Baohe Park lakeside walk

Local food market and snack street

Swan Lake

Swan Lake night skyline view

Anhui Museum

Tianlala Landmark quest

Hefei South Station area

Hefei South Station area

Old town neighbourhood walk

Huaihe Road Pedestrian Street walk

Local food market and snack street

Lord Bao Park Landmark quest

Home Original Chicken Landmark quest

Anhui Museum

Swan Lake

Swan Lake night skyline view

Mingjiao Temple

Traditional tea house stop

Hefei South Station area

Hefei South Station area

Old town neighbourhood walk

Huaihe Road Pedestrian Street walk

Tianlala Landmark quest