9 Must-See Attractions in Kaifeng: A Kaifeng Travel Guide
Kaifeng, a cultural city steeped in history, is home to countless scenic spots. Here are the must-visit places in Kaifeng:
Must-See Attractions:
🔥1. Millenium City Park🏞️
📍Location: No. 5, Longting West Road, Longting District, Kaifeng City, Henan Province
💰Ticket Price: Adult ticket: CNY 120; Half-price ticket: CNY 60
⏰Opening Hours: 08:30-22:00
🔥2. Wansui Mountain Wuxia City🏰
📍Location: Middle Section of Tokyo Avenue, Longting District, Kaifeng City, Henan Province (near Kaifeng University)
💰Ticket Price: Adult ticket: CNY 80; Half-price ticket: CNY 40
⏰Opening Hours: 08:00-20:30
🔥3. Kaifeng Drum Tower Square🏛️
📍Location: Near Sihou Street, Gulou District, Kaifeng City, Henan Province
💰Ticket Price: Free admission
⏰Opening Hours: Open all day; Entry closes at 22:00
🔥4. Kaifeng Mansion🏛️
📍Location: North Bank of Baogong East Lake, Gulou District, Kaifeng City, Henan Province
💰Ticket Price: Adult ticket: CNY 65; Half-price ticket: CNY 32
⏰Opening Hours: 07:30-18:30
🔥5. Kaifeng Museum📚
📍Location: Intersection of Zhengkai Avenue and Liuda Street, Longting District, Kaifeng City, Henan Province
💰Ticket Price: Free admission
⏰Opening Hours: Tuesday 09:00-17:00
🔥6. Zhuxian Town Qifeng Old Scenic Garden🏞️
📍Location: Yunlianghe Bridge, Xiangfu District, Kaifeng City, Henan Province
💰Ticket Price: Full price ticket: CNY 60; Half-price ticket: CNY 30
⏰Opening Hours: 08:30-18:30
🔥7. Lord Bao Temple⛪
📍Location: No. 1, Xiangyang Road, Gulou District, Kaifeng City, Henan Province
💰Ticket Price: Adult ticket: CNY 30; Half-price ticket: CNY 15
⏰Opening Hours: 07:00-19:00
🔥8. Bianliang Little Song City🏮
📍Location: No. 208, West Section of Daliang Road, Longting District, Kaifeng City, Henan Province (East side of the snack street arena)
💰Ticket Price: Free admission
⏰Opening Hours: 10:00-23:00
🔥9. China Hanyuan Stele Forest🖋️
📍Location: No. 15, Longting North Road, Longting District, Kaifeng City, Henan Province
💰Ticket Price: Adult ticket: CNY 40; Discount ticket: CNY 19
⏰Opening Hours: 08:00-18:00
🎨Must-Try Snacks
1. Soup Dumplings: Recommended restaurants: "Di Yi Lou" or "Huang Jia Lao Dian". Thin skin and rich soup, best served with shredded ginger and vinegar.
2. Fried Carp with Sweet and Sour Sauce and Noodles: Sweet and sour carp + dragon whisker noodles, a classic Henan dish.
3. Bucket Chicken: Crispy skin and tender meat. "Ma Yuxing" is the most authentic restaurant.
4. Roasted Mutton Flatbread: A must-try at night markets. Crispy and fragrant.
5. Stir-fried Cold Noodles: Made from sweet potato noodles, smooth and tender.
🚗Transportation Guide
• High-speed Rail: Zhengzhou East Station → Kaifeng North Station (approx. 20 mins), then take a bus or taxi to the city center.
• Local Transportation: Attractions are centrally located. Recommended transportation: shared bikes/electric scooters + taxis; extensive bus network (scan Alipay QR code to ride).
🏠Accommodation Recommendations
• Gulou/Longting District: Convenient for visiting major attractions and night markets. Recommendations:
• High-end: New Century Grand Hotel Kaifeng (lake view rooms), Pullman Hotel.
• Cost-effective: Guesthouses near Millenium City Park (e.g., "Bianliang Courtyard").