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Popular Best Things to Do in Hunan [2025]
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Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park
4.6
/5
35861 reviews
9.5
From AU$ 59.18
Based on 1,367 reviews
Tianmenshan Cableway/Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0744-8366666
Address: Tianmenshan National Forest Park, Tianmenshan Cableway, Dayong Road, Yongding District, Zhangjiajie City
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Glass Walkway with a panoramic view of the valley
197 ft glass walkway on cliffside
Saved by 3470 users25979 positive reviews
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There is no need to queue up in the off-season, the ropeway is worth experiencing, the elevator in Tianmendong is very long, the station is a bit tired, but it is very convenient. The scenery is very beautiful, you must choose sunny days.
The environment is beautiful and comfortable, and this vast beauty is a gift from nature to us humans. Up the mountain, you can take the wonderful and exciting cable car, as if it is a journey to freedom. The clouds and mists in the mountains are very shocking! There are many super beautiful scenery waiting for us to discover and explore
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Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
4.5
/5
28593 reviews
9.1
From AU$ 48.32
Based on 2,333 reviews
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park/Wulingyuan | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0744-5959888
Address: Wulingyuan District, Zhangjiajie City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-3 days
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Watercolor views from Tianzi Mountain Viewing Platform
Avatar's stunning stone peaks
Saved by 4321 users17636 positive reviews
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Due to the heavy rain a few days ago, many road sections of the environmental protection vehicles have not been opened, and various attractions cannot be connected. Our time is limited. There are also Yuanjiajie and Yangjiajie that have not gone to Cheng. The scenery of other attractions is very good. Leave a little regret to see you next time.
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park – Like Walking into a Dream ☁️🌿I visited Zhangjiajie National Forest Park on a quiet, rainy morning. The light drizzle made the air crisp and the forest even greener. Everything felt still — peaceful, almost sacred.Then, as the rain faded, the mountains slowly disappeared into rising mist. Within minutes, clouds drifted between the stone pillars, wrapping the entire valley in a soft white glow. It looked unreal — like stepping into a hidden world in a fantasy film.The towering sandstone peaks, half-hidden by clouds, felt like ancient guardians. It wasn’t just beautiful. It was surreal — calm, majestic, otherworldly. If you're lucky enough to visit on a misty day, you’ll see Zhangjiajie at its most magical.
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Hunan Museum
4.8
/5
13213 reviews
8.8
Based on 133 reviews
Hunan Museum/Beichen Delta | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0731-84415833
Address: No. 50, Dongfeng Road, Kaifu District, Changsha City
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-6 hours
Featured in 2024 Asia 100 - Best Things to Do
Highlights:
Ancient life virtual reality experience
VR experience: ancient life scenes
Saved by 436 users12184 positive reviews
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Hunan Museum is worth a visit, especially the relics unearthed by Ma Wangdui. The tour guide is careful to explain, the knowledge is rich, and the elderly and young groups can be taken care of. The explanation is very professional and the tour is very satisfactory!
Come to Changsha to punch in the Han Tomb of Ma Wangdui, the narrator Xiao Xie is very knowledgeable, and the knowledge of Han Tomb, Li family, living and Xin Chase's story, and the cultural relics are immediately vivid and interesting. It is highly recommended to come to Hunan Museum to ask the narrator, which is a worthwhile trip.
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Orange Island
4.6
/5
12290 reviews
8.8
Based on 431 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone 073188882152
Address: Orange Island Beach Park, Yuelu District, Changsha City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
Featured in 2024 Asia 100 - Best Things to Do
Highlights:
One of the first national red tourism classic attractions
Xiangjiang fireworks & music show
Saved by 814 users5819 positive reviews
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🌟 Orange Island Head, Changsha's Orange Island Head 🌟🎈 Changsha's Orange Island Head is like a pearl inlaid on the banks of the Xiangjiang River. 🌳 into Orange Island, the eyes are full of lush green plants, and the fresh air makes people feel refreshed. Walking along the riverside, the breeze is light, the river is shining, as if telling the story of this city. The most striking thing is Chairman Mao's youth art sculpture, which has a firm eye and a great posture, which makes people feel respectful. Standing under the statue, it seems that you can feel the great ambition of the great man. 💐 Especially in spring, the flowers on the continent are like a brocade, and the green grass is against each other, beautiful as a picture. In autumn, the maple leaves are getting red, and it adds a touch of poetic romance to this place. 🌙 Orange Island Head at night has a special flavor, the lights are shining, illuminating the entire river, like a dream. 💕 Orange Island Head is not only a beautiful scenery, but also a spiritual symbol of Changsha. Come here, feel the blend of history and modernity, and enjoy a feast of the soul.
Today, I experienced a different trip to Orange Island. I visited Yuelu College in the morning, went to bed at noon to restore my physical fitness, and set foot on Orange Island after 3 pm. It is worth experiencing amphibious vehicles in the wind and rain, and it is worth getting wet. After that, take a small train around Orange Island, and be able to visit the statue of the President in person, which is a worthwhile trip.
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Du Fu Pavilion
4.6
/5
7313 reviews
8.6
From AU$ 3.84
Wu Yi Square/IFS | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0731-82298545(游客中心)
Address: No.108, Xiangjiang Middle Road, Tianxin District, Changsha
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Watch the Orange Isle Light Show Across the River
360° view of Xiangjiang city
Saved by 468 users6471 positive reviews
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Du Fujiang Pavilion, a scenic spot in Changsha City, felt mediocre when passing by during the day, just because it was on the Xiangjiang River, it was said that this trip at night would be very shocking. At 19:50 in the evening, I arrived at Du Fujiang Pavilion. At 19:58, there was a ceremony to open the pavilion. After the ceremony, the entire attic was lit. The feeling of brightness in front of me is unforgettable. The night ticket for the scenic spot is 40 yuan/person. I thought it would be very expensive, but it was really worth it. Not only the lights in the attic were bright, but also there was a professional tour guide team to play the whole process, and they were all handsome men and women wearing Tang Dynasty costumes. The program was not a bit, and it was wonderful. The scenic spot introduced the life of the Tang Dynasty poet Du Fu as the main line, and learned about the experience of poetry. Not only was he not ambitious, but he was also very embarrassed. It was a pity that he finally died in another country. Overall, a particularly recommended city attraction, here you can not only browse the beauty of Xiangjiang River, but also see the poet Du Fu's life of anger, and you can see the real state of leisure citizens next to the scenic spot, great!
This hotel has a good environment, cleanliness, and the service staff are very enthusiastic. I was impressed. It is much better than the hotel I stayed in before. I will come back next time. It is very close to popular attractions. It is only about 1.5 kilometers to Wuyi Square. It is also very convenient to go out and take a taxi. It is also very close to walk. There is a free parking lot, parking is very convenient and very suitable for guests traveling by car. I will come to live next time.
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Fenghuang Ancient Town
4.3
/5
8321 reviews
8.1
Based on 2,060 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone 0743-3221111
Address: Fenghuang Ancient City, Fenghuang County, Xiangxi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Boat ride: Fenghuang's night charm
Boating & stilted buildings view
Saved by 1321 users2481 positive reviews
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The ancient city of Phoenix is a famous historical and cultural city in Xiangxi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Hunan Province, China, known for its unique Xiangxi style, Ming and Qing architecture and Lijiang scenery. Whether it is worth going depends on your travel preferences, but here are its main highlights and travel advice for your reference: **Highlights of Phoenix Ancient City**1. **Lijiang scenery and hanging tower** The Lijiang River passes through the city, and the two sides are endless hanging towers, especially when the mist is early in the morning or the lights at night, the scenery is picturesque. **Hongqiao** is an iconic building with a wind and rain building on the bridge, suitable for taking pictures and viewing. 2. **Ancient city buildings and streets** The ancient city retains a large number of Qingshiban Street, Temples, Temples and houses in the Ming and Qing Dynasties, such as **Yangjia Temple**, **Xiong Xiling's former residence**, etc. **Dongzheng Street**, **Southside Street** are the main pedestrian streets, full of literary shops and specialty snacks. 3. **Ethnic minority culture** Xiangxi Tujia and Miao nationality have a strong style, and you can experience ethnic costumes (such as Miao silver headwear), handicrafts (batik, embroidery). In the evening, there is a live performance of "Border City" (adapted from Shen Congwen's novel), showing Xiangxi folk customs. 4. **Shen Congwen's former residence** - Literary lovers must visit, the inspiration for Xiangxi terroir depicted in "Border City" comes from this. 5.**Surrounding attractions** -**Nanhua Mountain Shenfeng Cultural District**: Overlooking the commanding heights of the ancient city. **Miaozhai Day Tour** (such as Dexu Miao Village, Shanjiang Miao Village): You can experience Miaojia song and dance, long table banquet, etc. 6. **Night view and bar culture** - The lights on both sides of the Lijiang River at night, the bar and clear bar atmosphere are relaxed, suitable for young people who like night tours. **Suitable for crowds****Recommended for**: tourists who like slow life, photography, human history, or travelers who want to experience Xiangxi style. **may not be suitable for**: tourists who prefer modern facilities, hate commercialization or crowded scenic spots (more people in peak season).*Note*1. **Commercialization**: There are many shops in the main street, it is recommended to go to the alley or the upper reaches of the Lijiang River (such as Shawan), and it is quieter. 2. **Tickets**: The ancient city is free, but some attractions need a joint ticket (about 128 yuan). 3.**Best season**: Spring and autumn (3-5 month, 9-11 month), avoid the rainy season (may increase in summer). 4. **Transportation**: Most cities can be reached by high-speed rail, Jishou or Huaihua high-speed rail is basically half an hour, or you can take a bus/taxi (about 1.5 hour drive). Summary: If you like the culture of the ancient town and want to feel the landscape and humanities of Xiangxi, the ancient city of Phoenix is worth a visit. It is recommended to arrange 1-2 days, and the surrounding Miao Village is more fulfilling. If time is limited or sensitive to commercialization, you can reduce expectations or choose to go in the off-season.
Came on June 26, 2014. Phoenix has historically been the political, military, economic and cultural center of "Great Xiangxi". Here, the famous people are out, and the ancient city style is also preserved in the original flavor. Therefore, the ancient city of Phoenix is a must-see attraction. When you come to the ancient city of Phoenix, it seems to have entered the Border City under Shen Congwen. The amusement project here first promotes "Lijiang River rafting". Climbing from the North Gate Pier, boating on the Lijiang River, the river is full of water, and the hanging buildings on both sides of the Straits are looming, like a beautiful ink painting unfolding slowly in front of you... After landing, walking in the alley of the traffic in the ancient city of Limo, and meeting the former residence of celebrities and historical old houses unexpectedly. Feeling the young time of Shen Congwen's birth in Sichangyusi, and instantly understand the strong rural feelings of "Border City"; strolling along the ancient city wall, or looking at the exquisite craftsmanship of Miao Yin, or pretending to take pictures of bandits, are very interesting experiences. The ancient city of Phoenix at night is another scene, becoming a world of light and shadow like a simple flower. The neon and folk songs of the bar, the tourists who shuttle back and forth on both sides of the Lijiang River, and the ancient city is injected with a different lively atmosphere, "the more beautiful the night." Therefore, although the ancient city of Phoenix is not very big, but there are games during the day and night. It is recommended to stay here at least one day and one night. If you stay, it depends on your personal preference: if you don't like the lively, I hope to sleep well at night, then choose a hotel outside the ancient city.
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Yue Yang Tower
4.6
/5
8372 reviews
8.1
From AU$ 14.90
Based on 169 reviews
Yueyang Tower | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0730-8319435
Address: Dongting North Road, Yueyanglou District, Yueyang City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
No.1 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Hunan
Highlights:
View Dongting Lake & Junshan
View Dongting Lake's vastness
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Yueyang Building is still a little inferior to the other four famous buildings. If you have been to the other four famous buildings, you don’t have to go to see it. There is no problem. It’s not worth a special trip.
Qingli four years spring, dumplings Jing-shou Baling County. Next year, Zhengtong people, 100 waste tools Xing, is to re-renovate Yueyang Building, add its old system, engrave Tang Xianjin poems on it. It is for the composition to remember. Yu Guanfu Baling Shengxiang, in Dongting a lake. Lianyuan Mountain, swallow the Yangtze River, Haohao Tang Tang, endless; The morning and evening are cloudy and the weather is thousands of times. This is also the big view of Yueyang Building, and the previous people have prepared it. However, Beitong Wuxia, Antarctic Xiaoxiang, and the people who moved to the guest are more likely to be here. The feeling of seeing things is no different? Ruofu is raining, the moon is not open, the wind is angry, the turbid waves are emptying; the sun and the stars are hidden, and the mountains are hidden; Business travel is not good, the wind is devastated; the dusk is dark, the tiger is ape. Dengsilou also has to go to the country, worry and fear, full of eyes, feeling extremely sad. As spring and Jingming, the waves are not shocked, the sky is light, a blue and blue; the sand is flying, the Jin scale swimming; the shore is Tinglan, depressed and green. And or long smoke, the moon is thousands of miles, the floating light jumps gold, the quiet shadows are calm, the fish songs answer each other, this joy! Dengsilou also, there is a heart of joy, pet shame, forget, the wine in the wind, its joyful. Woodman! To taste the heart of the ancient benevolent people, or the different two, why? Not to be happy, not to be sad; The height of the temple worries his people; the distance of the river and lake worries his king. It is also worrying about entering, and retreating. But when is it fun? It must be "worrying and worrying first, and happy after the joy of the world"? Hey! Wei Si people, who am I and return? It was September 15, six years ago.
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Gaoyi Mountain Tourism Resort
4.5
/5
3125 reviews
8.1
From AU$ 20.39
>100 km from downtown
Phone 0735-2672866
Address: Gaoyiling Village, Qiaokou Town, Suxian District, Quzhou City
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
Highlights:
Danxia: landscapes, springs & caves
Via Ferrata & cliff swing thrills
Saved by 167 users2722 positive reviews
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Gaoyiling scenic spot with Danxia landform, red rock green water, trenches vertical and horizontal, scenic area mountains, water, cliffs, tan scattered. There are unique natural features, including chair bridge, stonehenge, cherry blossom tea, climbing sky ladder, shuanglong lake, suspended plank road, dragon gorge and other landscapes, and also built cliff swings, cloud mirror observation deck, high-altitude bicycles, flying zip ropes and other play projects. There are fewer woods in the scenic area, and it is a bit hot to play in summer.
It was more than two o'clock in the afternoon to go to Gaoyiling from the city. It happened to be called Didi. In fact, it was quite far away. It was about 100 to the side. It was more than 3 o'clock. Fortunately, the weather was sunny. It was not bad. Then when I came down, I just saw the sunset. I was very lucky to go back. Called a ride, about 60-70, and the driver was very good and drove directly to Yuhou Street, so it was just a day's trip. It was very suitable.
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72 wonder tower
4.0
/5
1713 reviews
8.1
From AU$ 4.26
72 Wonder Tower/Dayong Ancient City | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0744-8882000
Address: 张家界市永定区武陵山大道1号
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-3 hours
No.6 of Night Attractions in Hunan
Highlights:
Guinness stilt house landmark
Qi Lou Eight Scenic Spots showcase the charm of nature and culture
Saved by 1434 users1188 positive reviews
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There are a lot of people, and the night is pretty good, but the name is very loud. After entering, there are actually not so many amazing places and programs. There are many snacks and food is not cheap. Pass by and see.
I took the child to entangle, and I didn't choose to go in when the ticket was 20 yuan before 4:30, or after 7:30. Tickets are 88 yuan, I think it's worth it. Tickets are valid for three days, and the first day from almost eight o'clock to more than nine o'clock, watching the fairy sprinkle flowers, crying marriage, the love tragedy of brother and sister (forgive me for not remembering the program). The next day, the child also wanted to go. We played from nine o'clock to almost eleven o'clock. The bonfire party around ten o'clock was very hilarious. It is rare to see the bumblebee robot dancing with the Qing Dynasty zombies. Everyone danced together and was very happy. In short, I think it's great! There are many foreigners, and they are very hilarious. Ah, there are security guards who are very good at jumping subjects 3.
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Mount Hengshan
4.4
/5
4762 reviews
8.0
From AU$ 23.42
Mount Heng Scenic Commercial Area | 93.5 km from downtown
Phone 0734-5673377
Address: Zhurong Feng, Nanyue, Hengyang, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
Highlights:
Ancient palace & wartime sanctuary
Clouds & sunrise viewing platform
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Nanyue Hengshan is the second to last stop of my Three Mountains and Five Peaks. It has beautiful scenery and charming views. There are also tombstones of anti-Japanese heroes such as the Martyrs' Shrine. It is a place worth visiting at least once in a lifetime.
One of the Five Sacred Mountains, Nanyue Hengshan, is one of the most worth climbing mountains. It has beautiful scenery and a beautiful environment. It has a strong aura and a good atmosphere. It is worth pondering. Carefully experience and savor the continuous mountains and the powerful aura flowing.
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