Things to do in Kaifeng

It's convenient to visit Qingming Riverside Landscape Garden, and easy to come back and rest after a long day of sightseeing. The guesthouse has a great environment and good service, and the breakfast is handmade, nutritious, and delicious. I had a great time and a comfortable stay for three days, and I would definitely recommend it to my friends!

It's very worthwhile, but it's also very crowded, which might slightly detract from the overall experience. However, the people are incredibly welcoming, and there are many beautiful spots for taking photos. The food is also affordable and inexpensive, which kids enjoy. I'll definitely go back when it's less crowded.

This is my second visit to Wansui Mountain. Every time I visit Kaifeng, this is the only place I can explore because it's so much fun! Many of the popular NPCs can keep me there all day; there's just no room to move. The scenery is vast. There are people interacting with everything. You can play games from morning till night. Everyone, from NPCs to security guards, cleaners, and shopkeepers, is incredibly welcoming, making you feel happy. There are so many activities! Prices are cheap, and there are plenty of restrooms, so you don't have to worry about finding one. The cleaning is excellent; you won't feel uncomfortable at all. Every staff member is exceptionally nice; no wonder it's ranked number one in the country. It's all thanks to the hard work of every staff member. Kudos to the operations team and all the cultural and tourism professionals!

Kaifeng Prefecture felt like a completely artificial tourist attraction. All the replica ancient buildings were too new, and the exhibits inside were too outdated, especially the clothing in the glass cases of the tallest building – the dust was so thick, and there weren't any bright lights; elderly people were practically feeling their way around inside. The shows weren't particularly interesting either. I much preferred the interactive experience with the NPCs at Qingming Riverside Park. I guess I'll only be interested in that place when I'm older!

Kaifeng City Museum is located on Zhengkai Avenue, Sixth Street, Kaifeng City, Henan Province, east of Zhongyi Lake. It is a comprehensive local museum integrating cultural relic collection, preservation, scientific research, exhibitions, and public education. It is a unit under the Kaifeng Municipal Bureau of Culture, Radio, Television and Tourism. The museum is a national first-class museum. Admission is free on weekdays. It is open Tuesday through Sunday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and closed on Mondays (the schedule may be adjusted for public holidays). It is recommended to make a reservation in advance via the official WeChat account or mini-program using your real name. Entry is by presenting the reservation code and your ID card.

The banks of the Bian River are brightly lit at night, which is very beautiful. There are also many performances along the way. After dinner, you can take a boat to enjoy the scenery, which is perfect. It costs 50 yuan per person, which is not bad. After boarding the boat, you can stroll around the Xisi Night Market and have a late-night snack.

It's not very big inside. I thought the weather would be cooler in early September, but it was still very hot. I sat and strolled around, and finished exploring in a morning. The scenery was nice, and it was quiet.

Personally, I think the Iron Pagoda Park is the most worthwhile attraction to visit in Kaifeng. There are actually many cultural performances in the park, but many tourists may not notice them. The most memorable thing is the free guided tours, which are really great! 👍 The Iron Pagoda is a building from the Northern Song Dynasty and is definitely worth seeing when you come to Kaifeng!

I happened to be there during the chrysanthemum exhibition, so I bought a combined ticket for three attractions. The price wasn't expensive, but it was incredibly crowded. I went on a Monday, and the experience was quite unpleasant due to the crowds. The restrooms in the scenic area were also unsanitary. Longting Park, as the main venue, has a wide variety of chrysanthemums, and you can enjoy them as you walk around. If you go at the right time, you can even catch a performance. If you're interested, you can go.

The location is excellent; the Bao Gong Temple is built over a lake, and the elegant, Song Dynasty-style architecture creates a tranquil environment. Inside, you can learn about historical anecdotes related to Bao Gong. The bronze and wax statues are particularly interesting. The park isn't large; an hour is enough to stroll around at a leisurely pace, making it well worth a visit.