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Top 50 Best Things to Do near Guidong [2025]
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Hunan Museum
4.8
/5
13373 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
Highlights:
Ancient life virtual reality experience
VR experience: ancient life scenes
Saved by 444 users12334 positive reviews
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Thank you for the careful explanation of the tour guide. It really allows the children to understand and learn a lot. It is especially caring. It will let the children listen to the front, interact with the children, and vividly image. During the rest, they will continue to explain more knowledge of Hunan history to us. Really a thousand miles to read thousands of books ～ Thank you tour guide!
People are really super super super, but Mrs. Xin Chai is still very, very worth seeing. I am amazed at the wisdom and technology of the ancients. The tour guide Xiao Xie explained it well. It was hard work.
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Orange Island
4.6
/5
12354 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
Highlights:
One of the first national red tourism classic attractions
Xiangjiang fireworks & music show
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As an iconic attraction in Changsha, Orange Island combines red culture, natural scenery and urban leisure, attracting countless tourists to check in. The following is a detailed review after comprehensive tourists' experience:
🌟 Highlights
1. Statue of Young Mao Zedong
- This giant sculpture, 32 meters high and 83 meters long, is the core landscape of Orange Island. It shows the heroic image of young Mao Zedong in his prime, which is very visually shocking.
- The Mao Zedong Youth Art Sculpture Exhibition Hall in the sculpture base (sometimes open) shows the revolutionary process of the great man, which is suitable for history lovers.
2. Xiangjiang River Scenery and Poetry Monument
- Standing at the end of Orange Island, you can overlook the modern high-rise buildings and Yuelu Mountain on both sides of the Xiangjiang River, and feel the magnificence of "Xiangjiang River Going North".
- The "Qinyuanchun·Changsha" Poetry Monument, Wentiantai, Zhidianjiangshan Stone Monument and other attractions allow tourists to immerse themselves in the artistic conception of poetry.
3. Sightseeing train
- Orange Island is about 5 kilometers long, and it is tiring to walk. It is recommended to take the sightseeing train (40 yuan round trip). You can get on and off at any time along the way, and the terminal will go directly to the Mao Zedong statue.
4 New Chinese Tea House "Fenwai·Juzhou"
- 400 meters away from the statue, surrounded by bamboo forests, minimalist design, suitable for taking photos and resting, free but reservation required.
, 5. Different scenery in four seasons*
- Camellias are in full bloom in spring, osmanthus is fragrant in autumn, and fog locks Xiangjiang River in winter.
⚠️ Notes
1. Large flow of people
- During holidays or weekends, you need to queue up in front of the statue to take pictures. It is recommended to go before 7 am or on weekdays.
2. Sightseeing bus queue problem
- There may be confusion in the diversion and long queues on the return trip. Some tourists reported that the staff had a bad attitude.
3. Weather affects the experience
- The Xiangjiang River is foggy and has low visibility on rainy days; in summer, it is exposed to the sun, so you need to take good sun protection; in winter, the river wind is biting.
4. Don't pick oranges
- There are a lot of orange and grapefruit trees planted on the island, but picking is prohibited. Violators may be fined.
🍽️ Recommended nearby food
Black classic stinky tofu, Cha Yan Yue Se (Orchid Latte must order).
Winter Melon Mountain Night Grilled Skewers, Perilla Peach Ginger).
🏨 Accommodation Jian Jian
- Near May Day Square, convenient transportation, rich nightlife, homestay price is about 150 yuan/night.
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📌 Overall rating: 4.2/5
✅ **Suitable for people: history enthusiasts, photography experts, family travel
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Come to Orange Island will be full of 🌟 [Must see! Changsha Orange Island Full Raiders] 🌟 Do you know? In Changsha, there is a place not only beautiful scenery, but also full of history and culture. That is Orange Island! Every year, countless tourists are attracted to punch in and become Hunan's "net red punching place". Today, take you into this "Xiangjiang Heart" and start a journey full of surprises! 🎉💥 Break point 1: The "legendary" history of Orange Island, you know? 🤔 Orange Island is not only the "green lung" of Changsha, but also the "battlefield" of Mao Zedong's youth! Chairman Mao once wrote here the bold words of "pointing the rivers and mountains, exulting the words". Standing on the continent, it seems that you can travel through time and space and feel the power of the struggle to rise! 💪 Tips: In the morning or evening, the light is the softest, which is a great time to take pictures! 📸🏞️ [Attraction recommendation] Five highlights that must be punched in! ✨ Orange Island Bridge: The "Heart of Xiangjiang River" with a full length of 2.2 kilometers, the lights are shining at night, like the Milky Way falling into the river! 🌌 Mao Zedong Youth Statue: Huge bronze statue, standing here as if talking to great people! 🗣️ Orange Island Park: green, lake and mountain, great choice for leisure walks! 🚶♂️ Beach and water entertainment: you can play in the sand, boat in summer, and experience the feeling of "seaside vacation"! 🏖️ Orange Island Fireworks Show: The night sky on holidays, the beautiful fireworks light up the entire river! 🎆🍴 [Eating, Drinking and Playing Guide] It is a must-see for food! 🤤 Special Hunan cuisine: fried meat with chili, fish head with pepper, hot and enjoyable, warm heart and stomach! 🔥 Riverside snacks: skewers, fried skewers, ice powder, while eating and watching the river view, happiness is bursting! 🍢 Cafe: A special cafe on the riverside, enjoy a cup of fragrant coffee, take pictures and punch in super beautiful! ☕🚶♀️ [Travel Guide] worry and effort! 🚌 Transportation: Metro Line 2 to "Juzizhou Station" is directly accessible, convenient and fast! 🚇 Best time to play: Spring and autumn Festival (3-5 month, 9-11 month), the weather is warm and comfortable, and the scenery is the most beautiful! 🌸🍁 Note: Summer sun protection, bring sun hat and sunscreen; spring and autumn with a thin coat, the temperature difference between morning and evening is big! 🧢🧴💡 [Interactive Time] What do you want to experience in Orange Island most? 🤔🌅 Watch the sunrise and sunset? 🎆 Watch the fireworks show? 📸 Take the most beautiful online celebrity blockbuster? 🍹 Enjoy the slow time by the river? Leave a message to me! The comment area can also share your story of Orange Island, inspire each other, and become a travel expert in the circle of friends! 🔥✨ Summary: Why do you have to come to Orange Island? ✨ Because this place not only has beautiful scenery and rich culture, but also a great place for you to relax and inspire! Whether it is traveling alone, dating couples or family trips, Orange Island can give you full surprises! 💖
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Du Fu Pavilion
4.6
/5
7451 reviews
8.6
From £1.86
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
Highlights:
Watch the Orange Isle Light Show Across the River
360° view of Xiangjiang city
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In addition to Monday night, there are performances, we went to the performance on Monday, some regrets, but when we came out of Jiangge, we passed across the road just in time for the lights at night, very beautiful
Du Fujiang Pavilion is built to commemorate the poem Sheng Du Fu. This antique building stands quietly on the bank of the Xiangjiang River, carrying a deep historical and cultural heritage. The Du Fujiang Pavilion at night is beautiful, and the antique building is magnificent under the light, which is shining and dazzling.
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Pingxiang Wugong Mountain Scenic Area
4.5
/5
8593 reviews
8.1
From £7.23
Based on 63 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone 13576441180
Address: Luxi, Pingxiang, Jiangxi, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
Highlights:
Tens of thousands of acres of meadows
Skywalk & rhododendrons & orchids
Saved by 151 users6211 positive reviews
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It is still worth seeing, the scenery is particularly good, and the mountain climbing is also very interesting. Probably went up to take a ropeway, it was more than three hours. When I came back, it was noon, just in time to catch the train. The scenery is particularly beautiful.
Mountaineering advice: people who don’t climb the mountain often really recommend taking the cable car up and down, otherwise they are really tired and there are many people climbing at night. He only has one hiking trail. It is very urgent and shaking. It is recommended that the up and down are divided into two roads. It is too crowded.
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Gaoyi Mountain Tourism Resort
4.5
/5
3198 reviews
8.1
From £9.82
79.6 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 171 users2790 positive reviews
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Thank you Dongya Apartment landlord Ajie for your plan, book discount tickets for scenic spots, recommend Zhangzhou cuisine, this trip to Zhangzhou is very easy and smooth, thank you for the Dongjiang fish snacks, the service is in place, it is worthy of praise and recommendation! . ! .
Thank you Dongya Apartment landlord Ajie for your plan, book discount tickets for scenic spots, recommend Zhangzhou cuisine, this trip to Zhangzhou is very easy and smooth, thank you for the Dongjiang fish snacks, the service is in place, it is worthy of praise and recommendation! !
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Mount Hengshan
4.4
/5
4810 reviews
8.0
From £11.37
Mount Heng Scenic Commercial Area | >100 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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We climbed Hengshan Mountain at night, which took about four and a half hours. It got steeper as we went up. There were toilets and vending machines along the way, and you could refill incense for free at the temple on the top of the mountain. It was raining, so we climbed the mountain in the rain and didn't see the sunrise (it was foggy). In the morning we discovered how breathtakingly beautiful the scenery was.
Hengshan, one of the Five Sacred Mountains, was a personal trip. I climbed Hengshan Mountain on purpose. At the foot of the mountain is the Nanyue Temple. I heard that burning incense is very effective, so I came here to burn some incense and then climbed Hengshan Mountain. The scenery is very beautiful and I saw the rime.
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Mount Yuelu
4.6
/5
5104 reviews
7.9
Based on 503 reviews
Yuelu Mountain/Meixi Lake Park | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0731-88825011
Address: Changsha Yuelu Mountain Scenic Area
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
Highlights:
Golden ginkgo & fiery maple leaves
Ancient trees (Jin to Qing dynasties)
Saved by 464 users1717 positive reviews
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Yuelu Mountain Scenic Area, located on the west bank of Xiangjiang River, Changsha City, Hunan Province, is located between 112°44'~112°48' east longitude, 28°20 ′~ 28°27 ′ north, with a total area of 35.20 square kilometers. It is north to Longwang Port and Xianjia Lake, south to Houhu Lake and the south edge of Zhaizi Lingnan, and east to the center of Xiangjiang River in the east of Juzizhou. The mountain range on the north side of Taohualing Mountain is a tourist scenic spot integrating "mountain, water, continent and city". Yuelu Mountain has a wide variety of terrain, mainly composed of low mountains, hills, valley plains, and Jiangxinzhou, of which Tianma Mountain Scenic Area is mostly hilly; Orange Island Scenic Area is Jiangxinzhou, which is a typical landform of Zhoutan.
The explanation is a local guy in Hunan, the explanation is meticulous and fun, starting from the Oriental Red Square, and continuing to the back door of Yuelu College. Serious and responsible, professional equipment. Hunan dialect version of Liyuan Spring Changsha recited, very distinctive, it is recommended.
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Dongjiang Lake Tourist Area
4.5
/5
5828 reviews
7.8
From £8.22
Based on 15 reviews
67 km from downtown
Phone 0735-3356623
Address: Dongjiang Lake, Zixing, Chenzhou, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Glass walkway & stunning canyon
Mist-shrouded Dongjiang: ethereal beauty
Saved by 119 users4290 positive reviews
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Very suitable for taking pictures and punching in the attractions, there are many tourists staying there to enjoy the foggy scenery by the lake, and there are some small waterfalls behind. The environment is beautiful and suitable for posing.
Dongjiang Lake Scenic Area mainly includes Xiaodongjiang Scenic Area, Longjing Canyon Scenic Area, Dongjiang Lake Dam, Duofei Island Scenic Area and other four scenic spots. The most famous is the foggy Xiaodongjiang. 1. The best viewing period of the foggy Xiaodongjiang is 4-10 every year, especially in the early morning (6:00-8:00) and evening (17:00-19:00). Features: The morning mist on the river is haunting, like a fairyland, and the scene of the fisherman casting nets has become a classic theme for photography enthusiasts. 2. Dongjiang Dam is the first self-designed hyperbolic thin shell arch dam in China, 157 meters high, and the spectacular water conservancy project is in line with the surrounding green hills. 3. Longjing Canyon is mainly based on waterfalls and virgin forests. There are 18 waterfalls and 26 deep pools in the canyon. The content of negative oxygen ions is extremely high and is known as the "natural oxygen bar". There are mainly Longyin Waterfall, Triassic Storm and Yu Waterfall, and the play time is 30 minutes. 4. The limestone cave on the island of Doufei Lingyan Lake, the stalactites in the cave are in a thousand shapes and colors, with colorful lights, mysterious and beautiful, you need to take a cruise to visit.
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Changsha COLORFUL WORLD
4.8
/5
18034 reviews
7.7
From £20.66
Based on 202 reviews
Mango Hall/COLORFUL WORLD | >100 km from downtown
Phone 票务咨询：0731-84256888、0731-84256733
Address: No. 485, Sanyi Avenue, Kaifu District, Changsha City
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Night light show & global exhibits
Folk & dance performances (all time)
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【长沙世界之窗解构报告：时空折叠机里的文明游乐场】 作为中南地区首座文化主题乐园，长沙世界之窗 绝非简单的微缩景观合集，而是用高浓度快乐因子与文明切片重构的魔幻试验场。这里既适合亲子撒欢，也能让成年人找回失落的童心，值得作为长沙游的欢乐补给站。其核心竞争力在于将世界文明符号与潮玩基因进行量子纠缠，打造出独属湖湘的“文化过山车”。三大颠覆性玩法 1. 文明快闪剧场 108处微缩景观不是静态模型，而是被注入灵魂的时空胶囊：埃及区狮身人面像前上演法老激光秀，比萨斜塔下飘来意大利歌剧咏叹调，新天鹅城堡化身万圣节丧尸突围战场。最绝的是湘江文化区——用吊脚楼茶馆衔接德国新天鹅堡，在臭豆腐摊与啤酒节的混搭中完成文化解构。2. 硬核游乐方程式 悬挂过山车“冲天大摆锤”以120°仰角将尖叫甩进云霄，5D星空影院的《火星远征》用喷气座椅模拟陨石撞击，水上狂欢乐园夏季变身泼水电音节现场。2023年新升级的“机械迷城”更是将蒸汽朋克美学融入跳楼机，让肾上腺素飙升充满赛博仪式感。3. 节庆元宇宙 这里全年都是平行宇宙入口：春节变身大唐不夜城，NPC提着鱼灯与你对飞花令；万圣节整座乐园堕入克苏鲁世界，丧尸在金字塔群游荡；圣诞节则让埃菲尔铁塔披上极光，驯鹿雪橇从印度泰姬陵前掠过。每个节庆都是打破物理规则的造梦实验。体验优化公式 时空折叠动线：早晨直冲金字塔区拍无人写真，午后转战水上乐园降温，黄昏乘摩天轮捕获“岳麓山落日熔金”帧率 感官混搭术：在印度区抛饼工坊DIY咖喱味糖油粑粑，于牛仔小镇射击馆赢取臭豆腐兑换券 隐藏副本：寻找散布园区的12处AR文明图腾，扫码召唤古埃及猫神或北欧雷神合影 当夜幕降临，文明奇迹在3D mapping中集体复：泰姬陵流淌星河，斗兽场化作DJ舞台，而每周六的焰火大秀更将狂欢推向顶点——这里没有沉重的历史包袱，只有文明符号在过山车轨道上碰撞出的快乐火花。与其说是主题公园，不如说是人类把地球装进游乐场的野心实验：在尖叫与欢笑的催化下，金字塔与摩天轮达成了跨时空和解。
Changsha Window of the World, a theme park that combines appreciation and culture, is truly amazing. Whether it is the lifelike miniature landscape or the colorful theme activities, I can't help but linger. Its existence not only enriches the leisure life of Changsha citizens, but also becomes a window for foreign tourists to understand Changsha. Every time I step into this world full of joy and knowledge, I feel extremely happy.
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Yangtianhu Grassland
4.2
/5
1838 reviews
7.7
From £11.10
Based on 5 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone 0735-7755333
Address: 湖南省郴州市北湖区仰天湖瑶族乡212省道
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Horseback riding & prairie vibes
Interact with alpacas & archery
Saved by 419 users1364 positive reviews
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Thank you Dongya Apartment landlord Ajie for your plan, book discount tickets for scenic spots, recommend Zhangzhou cuisine, this trip to Zhangzhou is very easy and smooth, thank you for the Dongjiang fish snacks, the service is in place, it is worthy of praise and recommendation. !
This trip to Chenzhou was mainly for the Yangtian Lake Prairie, and it didn't disappoint me! I guess many people in Hunan have never been here! It's worth recommending and feels like a fairy tale!
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