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Top 20 Best Things to Do in Huangshan [2025]
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Huangshan Scenic Area
4.8
/5
59240 reviews
9.1
From VND 351852
Based on 3,133 reviews
The Peak Of Mount Huangshan | 50.2 km from downtown
Phone 0559-2590999
Address: No. 1 Tangquan Road, Tangkou Town, Huangshan District, Huangshan City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2.5 days
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Xihai Grand Canyon Hiking Challenge
Pines, rocks, clouds & hot springs
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Huangshan, also known as the Yellow Sea, was a short trip, so I only had one day. The scenery was stunning, and the sea of clouds was truly breathtaking. Only by being there can you truly appreciate the beauty of Huangshan. I recommend taking the cable car up and down Huangshan to conserve your energy and save your best for the most beautiful scenery.
On my third visit, I saw a sunrise I hadn't seen on my first two visits. It was truly picturesque. Each time I visit, I experience something different, as the scenery changes with the seasons. Huangshan was well worth the trip.
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Hongcun Village
4.5
/5
41092 reviews
8.6
From VND 555556
Based on 601 reviews
In Hongcun scenic area | 46.3 km from downtown
Phone 0559-5541158 （08:00—17:00）
Address: No. 003, Qianjie Street, Hongcun Scenic Area, Hongcun Town, Yi County, Huangshan City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
No.1 of Night Attractions in Huangshan
Highlights:
Unique village layout & scenery
Unique village & exquisite carvings
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Before going, I read the negative reviews online and was hesitant. Ultimately, to avoid any regrets, I went after climbing Huangshan and booked a night in a B&B. After the experience, I felt it was well worth it. While commercialized, the typical Hui-style architecture and 600-year-old water conservancy system are still very distinctive. The photos were also very photogenic, and I was lucky enough to capture a rainbow. Before going to Hongcun, I also visited Xixi South, which has received great reviews. I personally prefer Hongcun.
The Hui-style architecture is beautiful. Compared to more than a decade ago, it has become more commercialized, but this does not affect the scenery. The children who sketch, generation after generation, are always so energetic.
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Xidi
4.6
/5
9891 reviews
7.8
From VND 140741
Xidi scenic area | 39 km from downtown
Phone 0559-5154030
Address: Xidi Village, Xidi Town, Yixian County, Huangshan City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
No.2 of Night Attractions in Huangshan
Highlights:
Exquisite carvings & intricate details
Reflections & architecture like paintings
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Xidi is a traditional Huizhou ancient village that is very well preserved and has a strong atmosphere of life. Most of the scenic spots are still inhabited by their original owners, which is a big difference from other scenic spots. The free guided tours now offered are highly recommended and very detailed. Through the tours, we learned about the history of Xidi and the living environment of the locals. Overall, it is a Feng Shui treasure land with outstanding people and beautiful scenery!
Xidi Hui Niang Boutique B&B Hotel in Ancient Huizhou
Located within the ancient village, the hotel is a renovated Ming Dynasty building. The main guesthouse occupies three floors, along with a restaurant and a location for Hanfu photo sessions. Our family room was located in Courtyard No. 3, a two-story building within a small quadrangle. The room was spotlessly clean and tidy, and the location was excellent. The landlady was charming and capable, gifting us a hand-carved bookmark after dinner. The uncle who took us to the hotel was even more courteous. We wanted to explore a bit before checking out that morning, so he helped carry our luggage to the main courtyard and then dropped us off at the parking lot after we finished. The food is also delicious, especially the chicken soup.
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Cheng Kan
4.3
/5
3541 reviews
7.6
Based on 72 reviews
Huizhou Chengkan Town | 23.2 km from downtown
Phone 0559-3537777
Address: No.7, Baolun Road, Chengkan Town, Huizhou District, Huangshan City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
No.3 of Night Attractions in Huangshan
Highlights:
Unique "Mantou" ceremony experience
Reflections & picturesque Hui architecture
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It's very pristine. It's not a big place. There's a coffee shop and drink shop every so often.
There are also several restaurants. Accommodation needs to be booked in advance. I was late for the area within the scenic area. The rest of the area costs 1,000 to 2,000 yuan. Staying outside the scenic area is about a 10-minute walk into the village. It's okay. The fish lanterns are quite beautiful, but they can be quite crowded. The lanterns will circle the lotus pond. It's best to arrive early to secure a spot. Staying in the square allows for longer stays.
Chengkan is located at the southern foot of the Huangshan Scenic Area in Anhui Province. Anciently known as Longxi, Chengkan was relocated to She County in the late Tang Dynasty. Cousins Luo Tianzhen and Luo Tianzhi from Nanchang Prefecture, Jiangxi Province, moved their family to the area. They chose a location forty miles northwest, named Longxi, and renamed it Chengkan. They built houses and settled there. According to the Book of Changes, Tai Chi gives rise to two opposites, which in turn give rise to four images, which in turn give rise to the eight trigrams. Chengkan Village was sited and laid out in accordance with the I Ching's Bagua feng shui principles, which emphasize the unity of Yin (Kan) and Yang (Cheng), the unity of the two energies, and the unity of nature and man. Nestled against the mountains and by the water, the village forms three streets and ninety-nine alleys, resembling a maze.
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Qiyunshan Mountain Ecological And Cultural Tourism Zone
4.6
/5
4522 reviews
7.4
From VND 214815
Based on 25 reviews
30.7 km from downtown
Phone 0559-2677777
Address: About 15 km west of Xiuning County, Huangshan City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
No.1 of Water fun & Cool Retreats in Huangshan
Highlights:
Cliff caves & fairy springs
Cable car: panoramic Danxia views
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Qiyun Mountain, one of the Four Famous Mountains of Chinese Taoism, was inscribed by Emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty as "Unparalleled Scenic Spots Under Heaven, the Most Famous Mountain in Jiangnan." The renowned hiking expert Xu Xiake climbed Qiyun Mountain twice, and I'm not kidding: Qiyun Mountain truly offers a unique and captivating experience.
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There is an admission fee to Qiyun Mountain, but the evening performances are free throughout August, except for Mondays.
There are many performances, but they're also very crowded, so you'll need to choose your favorites and focus on three.
[Golden Dragon Dance on the Hengjiang River] Starts at 7:20 PM. It's recommended to arrive at Dengfeng Bridge at 6:50 PM and take a seat on the right. Once the dragon head crosses the bridge, move to the left; only on the left will the dragon form an S-shaped pattern.
[Shadow Play] After the golden dragon passes, you can walk along the Hengjiang River to Baiyue Thatched Cottage to watch the shadow play starting at 8:00 PM. After 20 minutes, you can leave and reserve a seat in front of the Visitor Center.
[Iron Flower Show] Starting at 9:05 PM, there will be performances in front of the Visitor Center, including the Fish Lantern Dance, Iron Flower Show, Fire Pots, Drones, and Fireworks. Be sure to arrive early and be in the front row for good photos. When the drone show begins, stand back to avoid sore necks.
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Huizhou Ancient Town
4.1
/5
2329 reviews
7.3
Based on 30 reviews
Huizhou Ancient City/Shexian County | 19.3 km from downtown
Phone 0559-6526108
Address: About 100 meters northeast of the intersection of Huizhou Road and Xin'an Road, She County, Huangshan City (about 50 meters southeast of Chengguan Primary School, She County)
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
No.1 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Huangshan
Highlights:
Unique nighttime views & experiences
Cobblestone streets & fishing village
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The ancient city of Huizhou is extremely charming. It is the shining pearl of Huizhou culture, with a unique city-within-city structure, three unique ancient buildings complementing each other, magnificent government offices, and exquisite Xu State Stone Archway. Walking through it, it feels like traveling through thousands of years, and you can feel the profound historical heritage and rich cultural atmosphere. It is a historical and cultural city that makes people intoxicated.
The ancient city of Huizhou is located in Huicheng Town, She County, Huangshan City, Anhui Province. It covers a total area of 24.7 square kilometers. It is a national historical and cultural city and a national 5A-level scenic spot. It was first built in the Qin Dynasty and is divided into an inner city and an outer city, with four gates in the east, west, south and north. It is the birthplace of "Hui studies". There are many cultural relics in the city, including Xuguo Stone Archway, Yuliangba and other national key cultural relics protection units, as well as Doushan Street, Tao Xingzhi Memorial Hall and other attractions. In addition, the Huizhou architecture and traditional folk culture here are also very distinctive, attracting many tourists to visit.
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Landscape Gallery of Xin'An River
4.4
/5
1837 reviews
6.8
From VND 2592593
Based on 13 reviews
27.8 km from downtown
Phone 0559-6812333
Address: Shendu Deep Ferry Terminal, Ji County
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
Highlights:
Boat tour: villages & hills
Li Bai praised Xin'an River's beauty
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Our group of 17, young and old, enjoyed free admission for children under four. Those aged 65 and over only had to purchase an 80 yuan boat ticket. Those aged 60 to 65 were half-price, while full-price tickets were 120 yuan. Children aged 6 to 18 were also charged 120 yuan. The remaining adults paid 120 yuan for both entrance and boat. The tour lasted nearly three hours and included a free viewing of the Nine Surnames Fishing Festival, a visit to the Hongzhuang Pavilion, and an optional ice sculpture world. The scenic beauty of the Xin'an River was breathtaking and truly captivating!
Xin'an River is the birthplace of ancient Huizhou civilization. It has a rich historical heritage and beautiful river views. You can enjoy the scenery along the way and learn about Huizhou culture. It is worth taking your children to study. Chinese civilization has a long history and these civilizations need to be protected and passed down from generation to generation.
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Bamboo Forest In Mukeng
4.2
/5
1450 reviews
6.4
From VND 129630
Based on 14 reviews
Outside Hongcun scenic area | 42.6 km from downtown
Phone 0559-2266617
Address: Hong Village,Yi county,Huangshan City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Stay, dine & enjoy tranquility
Overlook bamboo sea & village
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Hongcun:
1. I arrived a little after 11:00 AM, entered through the West Gate, and went to the South Gate. They said there were no free tours before 12:00 PM, and even paid tours were waiting. I recommend booking a Ctrip tour a day in advance, picking you up at the North Station. You'll get a guided tour and explore more of the area.
2. It's nice to take your time wandering around, and the riverside area on the west side is especially cozy and quiet.
3. Luggage storage is available at the West Gate bus terminal for 10 yuan per day.
Mukeng Bamboo Sea:
1. A taxi to Hongcun costs 10 to 20 yuan. On the way back, take the Guizhou Bus No. 1 back to Hongcun, then take a bus to the Huangshan Scenic Area or back to the North Station.
2. Going to the right, the view from the zipline is stunning, and I discovered another resort. There aren't many hotels, but one or two good ones will do.
Very good, the green bamboo above gives people a good magnetic field feeling, it is a very leisurely scenic spot, go up for a walk and breathe some oxygen, I think it is particularly good
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Huangshan Hui Show
5.0
/5
1474 reviews
6.3
Huangshan urban district | 4.8 km from downtown
Phone 0559-2558888
Address: 安徽省黄山市屯溪区黎阳镇西海路31号徽商中心大剧院(香茗大剧院)
No.2 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Huangshan
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Huangshan Huixiu is a performing arts city jointly invested and built by Zhejiang Show Performing Arts Group and Huangshan Tourism Development Co., Ltd. It integrates theme performances, sightseeing and leisure, parent-child entertainment, catering, tourism and shopping. It showcases the natural beauty and cultural charm of Huizhou with three theme spaces: the large-scale tourist performance "Huixiu", the "Twelve Hours of Huizhou" on Shijing Street, and Neon Street.
Good reviews, good reviews, this venue is great! The space is bright, the facilities are brand new and complete, and the hygiene is spotless. The staff is enthusiastic and professional, and the response is timely. The experience is full, highly recommended!
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Mud House of Yangchan
4.5
/5
384 reviews
6.1
35.5 km from downtown
Phone 0559-6861888
Address: Yangchan Village, Huangxian County, Anhui Province
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
Autumn crops & ancient stone paths
Ancient mountain villages preserved
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Before going up, I thought the fee was too high. After the roller coaster ride, I was immediately slapped in the face. They should make money. The earth building has a long history and is very primitive. The permanent population seems to be less than 200, and the village is full of grandpas and aunts. The place is very picturesque, but the mountain road is difficult to drive. You can go up and check in.
Yangchan Tulou does not have the strong commercial atmosphere of other scenic spots. When you walk into the village, you will find that the scenery is almost pristine. The village is not big, and it only takes more than an hour to walk around and take pictures. Thanks to the guide No. 22 for her patient and detailed explanation along the way, and for waiting patiently for us to take pictures.
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