3-Day 2-Night Changsha Travel Guide｜Just Back from My Second Visit

As someone who has been to Changsha twice, I have summarized this 3-day 2-night travel guide based on my own experience. It's perfect for first-time visitors to Changsha. Let's explore Changsha together. Check it out now! Route Plan Day 1: Tianxin Pavilion ➡️ Dufu Pavilion ➡ Hunan First Normal University Memorial Hall ➡️ Huogongdian ➡️ Super Wenheyou Day 2: Yuelu Mountain ➡️ Hunan University ➡️ Yuelu Academy ➡️ Aiwan Pavilion ➡️ Gulu Mountain Temple ➡️ Xie Zilong Photography Museum Day 3: Gukai Fu Temple ➡️ Hunan Museum ➡️ Chaozong Street ➡️ Orange Isle Park ➡️ Wuyi Square Photo Spots and Tips 1️⃣ Orange Isle: A must-visit place. You must take a photo with the statue of Chairman Mao. Orange Isle is very large, so take the sightseeing train. 2️⃣ Yuelu Academy: In mid-to-late November, the academy is covered with ginkgo leaves, making it perfect for taking ancient-style portrait photos. 3️⃣ Hunan University: As one of the most beautiful campuses in China, the old library, Red Building, and school monument of Hunan University are perfect for taking photos. 4️⃣ Lushan South Road: You can take photos of historical street scenes. There are many snack bars, perfect for taking photos while eating. 5️⃣ Yuelu Mountain: You must climb Yuelu Mountain to watch the sunrise when you visit Changsha! Yuwangtai is recommended for watching the sunrise. Don't go to Guantaitai, which is crowded with people. 6️⃣ Wuyi Square: The statue of Huang Xing, food city, IFS... are all must-visit photo spots in Changsha. 7️⃣ Wenheyou: A new landmark for Changsha food. The style of the entire food city recreates the streets of Changsha in the 1980s and 1990s. Every photo you take is full of the old Changsha flavor. 8️⃣ Taiping Old Street: It is recommended to take photos at the end of the old street, so you can capture the signs on both sides of the street in one photo, which is very visually impactful. Travel Tips ✅ If you want to eat authentic and delicious snacks, it is recommended to go to the area near Changjun High School. The food around the school is cost-effective and much better than the food at Wuyi Square. ✅ Changsha's food is worth trying. There are many kinds of delicious food. Chayan Yuese, stinky tofu, sugar oil baba, beef pie, fried tenderloin, shaved jelly, tofu pudding, crayfish, lotus chicken... ✅ Recommended souvenirs (Sweet Tiger Chili Sauce, Baisha Tiger Sauce Duck, Zhou Lagesu Spicy Cold Food) Practical Information 🚄 Transportation: High-speed rail "Changsha South Railway Station". 🛵 Ride a shared bike in the city. Most attractions are accessible, but be sure to wear a helmet and don't carry passengers. 🚗 It is recommended to take a ride-hailing car, which won't take a detour or charge extra, making travel worry-free. 🏨 Accommodation: Wuyi Square is the most lively area, close to many attractions, with convenient transportation and many choices. Stay by the Xiangjiang River to enjoy the river view. Boutique hotels are all here.