Top 50 Best Things to Do in Hunan
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  • Tianmen Mountain National Forest Parktop_1
    󰺂9.4
    35.14
    Zhangjiajie.Tianmenshan Cableway/Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoRime blossoms on jade trees and branches in a dreamlike scene | Nov 2025-Dec 2025
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    Glass Walkway with a panoramic view of the valley
    197 ft glass walkway on cliffside
    󱨠Saved by 6364 users󱨠31350 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    zhangzm63zhangzm63

    Tianmen Mountain is so beautiful! Buying tickets on Ctrip was very convenient, and there were great discounts for those over 60. Choosing Route A was a brilliant decision; the bus and escalator provided a quick way to reach the scenic area, offered great autonomy for exploring the mountaintop, and allowed for a quick return to the base after a tiring day. The facilities at Zhangjiajie's scenic areas are amazing; kudos to the designers and builders! 👍

  • Zhangjiajie National Forest Parktop_2
    󰺂9.1
    27.7
    Zhangjiajie.Zhangjiajie National Forest Park/Wulingyuan>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󰋄Watercolor views from Tianzi Mountain Viewing Platform
    󱓊Avatar's stunning stone peaks
    󱨠Saved by 7484 users󱨠19482 positive reviews
    4.5/5
    烂星星karensee烂星星karensee

    While planning the trip, it felt chaotic, but once inside, the scenic area was very well-planned; there was nothing to worry about, just follow along. The area is enormous, so transportation is essential, and the景区 (scenic area) handled this very well. Although the prices weren't cheap, they were definitely worth it. You absolutely must visit Zhangjiajie at least once; the scenery is unlike anything else. I went on a sunny day; it would have been even better with some mist and clouds.

  • Hunan Provincial Museumtop_3
    󰺂8.7
    Changsha.Hunan Museum/Beichen Delta>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoHunan Museum Extends Hours for "A Night at the Museum" Event | Sep 13, 2025-Nov 29, 2025
    trip best small logoFeatured in 2026 Asia 100 - Best Things to Do
    Highlights:
    󰋄Ancient life virtual reality experience
    󰋄VR experience: ancient life scenes
    󱨠Saved by 565 users󱨠13424 positive reviews
    4.8/5
    M23***51M23***51

    The main exhibits at the Hunan Provincial Museum are artifacts unearthed from the Mawangdui Han Tombs. The Mawangdui Han Tombs are a major archaeological discovery, and each artifact carries profound cultural significance. With professional explanations, visitors can better understand the archaeological overview of the Mawangdui Han Tombs, the life of the Han Dynasty represented by the tomb owner's family, and the fascinating stories behind the key artifacts. It was a worthwhile trip. The only regret was that the museum was too crowded on the weekend, and many exhibits were only briefly visited.

  • Orange Island
    4
    󰺂8.7
    Changsha>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoA Scenic Fall Tour on the Orange Isle Mini-train | Oct 2025-Nov 2025
    trip best small logoFeatured in 2026 China 100 - Best Things to Do
    Highlights:
    󱨜One of the first national red tourism classic attractions
    󱓊Xiangjiang fireworks & music show
    󱨠Saved by 1048 users󱨠6192 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    VanessaokayVanessaokay

    The location is excellent, making it convenient for sightseeing. It's also very quiet at night, with no noise from downstairs. There are plenty of restaurants nearby, and the staff are very friendly. Overall, a great experience!

  • Du Fu Pavilion
    5
    󰺂8.4
    2.2
    Changsha.Wu Yi Square/IFS>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoA Dreamy Tang Dynasty Night at Changsha's Du Fu Pavilion
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    Watch the Orange Isle Light Show Across the River
    󱨜360° view of Xiangjiang city
    󱨠Saved by 622 users󱨠7709 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    Anonymous userAnonymous user

    The last stop of the day was Du Fu Pavilion, which was illuminated at night and looked magnificent. Each floor had a different function, and you could also see Orange Isle and Yuelu Mountain in the distance. The scenery was beautiful! 👍

  • Yue Yang Tower
    6
    󰺂8.1
    8.55
    Yueyang.Yueyang Tower>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoYue Yang Tower: Half-price discount for visitors from Guangdong Province | Nov 6, 2025-Dec 31, 2025
    trip best small logoNo. 1 of Family-friendly Attractions in Hunan
    Highlights:
    󰋄View Dongting Lake & Junshan
    󰀆View Dongting Lake's vastness
    󱨠6415 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    Anonymous userAnonymous user

    In early winter, Yueyang Tower sees far fewer visitors, allowing for a leisurely stroll and providing opportunities to take photos. Two hours is sufficient to explore the entire scenic area, including a walk along the lake. Baling Square is not far from the South Gate.

  • 72 wonder tower
    7
    󰺂8.0
    5.86
    Zhangjiajie.72 Wonder Tower/Dayong Ancient City>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logo72 wonder tower opens | Mar 28, 2023
    trip best small logoFeatured in 2026 China 100 - Night Attractions
    Highlights:
    󱨜Guinness stilt house landmark
    Qi Lou Eight Scenic Spots showcase the charm of nature and culture
    󱨠Saved by 2866 users󱨠1815 positive reviews
    4.0/5
    Daniel KordevDaniel Kordev

    It was really good show and nice spot for taking lots of pictures of the environment and the buildings. I’m definitely recommending to try.

  • Gaoyi Mountain Tourism Resort
    8
    󰺂8.0
    11.61
    Chenzhou>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoFeatured in 2026 China 50 - Spring Outings
    Highlights:
    󱓊Danxia: landscapes, springs & caves
    󱓊Via Ferrata & cliff swing thrills
    󱨠Saved by 213 users󱨠3522 positive reviews
    4.5/5
    vanborvanbor

    This is one of the components of China's Danxia landform, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site, and belongs to the mature stage of Danxia formations. To be honest, Danxia landforms really rely on sunlight to enhance their color, so I recommend choosing a sunny day ☀️ to see it!

  • Mount Hengshan
    9
    󰺂8.0
    13.44
    Hengyang.Mount Heng Scenic Commercial Area93.6 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoKangjialong Checkpoint at Mount Heng (Hunan) Is Temporarily Closed | Nov 3, 2025-Dec 31, 2025
    trip best small logoFeatured in 2026 China 50 - Spring Outings
    Highlights:
    󱓊Ancient palace & wartime sanctuary
    󰋄Clouds & sunrise viewing platform
    󱨠Saved by 116 users󱨠3089 positive reviews
    4.4/5
    Anonymous userAnonymous user

    This was the final leg of my Hunan trip, and the scenery was quite beautiful. The classic route was temporarily closed for road construction, so I entered from Bailongtan instead. I thought it would be easy, but after finishing, I realized I'm not young anymore. If I had known, I would have just taken a bus to Nantianmen. Although the entire hike was fraught with difficulties, my belief remained strong, and I finally reached the summit of Zhurong Peak! The biggest takeaway from this trip to Hengshan Mountain is that "as long as you persevere, you will eventually overcome yourself and achieve your dreams!" The view from the summit was absolutely breathtaking!

  • Mount Yuelu
    10
    󰺂7.9
    Changsha.Yuelu Mountain/Meixi Lake Park>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoThe First Stop for Fall Maple Viewing on Mount Yuelu | Nov 15, 2025-Nov 2025
    trip best small logoFeatured in 2026 China 50 - Fall Viewing Attractions
    Highlights:
    Golden ginkgo & fiery maple leaves
    󰋄Ancient trees (Jin to Qing dynasties)
    󱨠Saved by 630 users󱨠1765 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    lyl***08lyl***08

    Based on my own experience, if you're not physically fit, you really should enter from the South Gate and exit from the East Gate. First, visit Yuelu Academy, Aiwan Pavilion, and Ancient Lushan Temple at the South Gate, then return to the South Gate sightseeing bus stop to take the sightseeing bus up the mountain. Once you reach the top, take the cable car or sightseeing bus down from the East Gate.

What Best Things to Do are there in Hunan?
These are all Best Things to Do in Hunan:Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park, Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Hunan Provincial Museum, Orange Island, Du Fu Pavilion
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Hunan?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Hunan include:Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park:4.6, Zhangjiajie National Forest Park:4.5, Hunan Provincial Museum:4.8, Orange Island:4.6, Du Fu Pavilion:4.6
At what locations in Hunan can Best Things to Do in Hunan be found?
The Best Things to Do in Hunan are mainly located in:Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park:Zhangjiajie, Zhangjiajie National Forest Park:Zhangjiajie, Hunan Provincial Museum:Changsha, Orange Island:Changsha, Du Fu Pavilion:Changsha
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