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Best Things to Do
Top 20 Best Things to Do in Huangshan [2025]
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Huangshan Scenic Area
4.8
/5
62610 reviews
9.0
From CAD 18.77
Based on 3,135 reviews
The Peak Of Mount Huangshan | 50.2 km from downtown
Phone +8605592590999
Address: No. 1 Tangquan Road, Tangkou Town, Huangshan District, Huangshan City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2.5 days
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Highlights:
Xihai Grand Canyon Hiking Challenge
Pines, rocks, clouds & hot springs
Saved by 1439 users42604 positive reviews
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Hiking up Tian Du Peak was tough; there was no cell phone signal, and the only sounds we heard were strangers encouraging each other. The path was incredibly steep and treacherous. We had to use both hands and feet to climb up, and then we had to crawl down on the ground.
Thanks to the experienced hikers who guided us! Every picture of the scenery is wallpaper material.
There were so many people. I suggest we learn from Zhejiang and set up volunteer services, such as having volunteers to manage the photo spots or having signs promoting civilized behavior by queuing up in line.
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Hongcun Village
4.5
/5
43074 reviews
8.5
From CAD 29.64
Based on 603 reviews
In Hongcun scenic area | 46.3 km from downtown
Phone +8605595541158
Address: No. 003, Qianjie Street, Hongcun Scenic Area, Hongcun Town, Yi County, Huangshan City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–3 hours
Featured in 2026 China 100 - Best Things to Do
Highlights:
Unique village layout & scenery
Unique village & exquisite carvings
Saved by 487 users27006 positive reviews
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The day before heading to Huangshan, I stayed in Hongcun. Hongcun is a typical representative of southern Anhui regional culture, with over 140 existing Ming and Qing dynasty residences, such as Chengzhitang and Nanhu Academy. Its Hui-style architecture is renowned for its white walls, black tiles, horse-head gables, and exquisite carvings. Nanhu Lake and Moon Pond are popular spots for taking photos.
Hongcun's alleys are narrow, with most passageways barely wide enough for two people to walk side-by-side. The alleys are filled with commercial stalls, and electric bikes and tricycles weave through, making it both crowded and unsafe. The 94 yuan entrance fee is not worth the price.
Based on recommendations from online friends, we specifically chose this attraction for our trip. Overall, we had a fantastic experience. The scenic area was beautiful, the air was fresh, the service was excellent, and the facilities were comprehensive. We will definitely recommend it to our friends. We are extremely satisfied with this attraction and give it a five-star rating.
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Xidi
4.6
/5
10405 reviews
7.7
From CAD 101.15
Xidi scenic area | 39 km from downtown
Phone +8605595154030
Address: Xidi Village, Xidi Town, Yixian County, Huangshan City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–4 hours
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Highlights:
Exquisite carvings & intricate details
Reflections & architecture like paintings
Saved by 196 users7356 positive reviews
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There's a distance between Xidi and Hongcun; you can take a bus or taxi. Xidi is mainly for viewing Hui-style architecture, while Hongcun is more commercialized. You can enjoy the fish lantern show at night, but it's said that the show won't be held if it rains.
We spent nearly four hours exploring Xidi, hiring a guide to learn about several prominent families and the rich cultural atmosphere. Finally, we climbed to the viewing platform, where we could see the entire ancient village of Xidi.
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Cheng Kan
4.3
/5
3877 reviews
7.6
Based on 72 reviews
Huizhou Chengkan Town | 23.2 km from downtown
Phone +8605593537777
Address: No.7, Baolun Road, Chengkan Town, Huizhou District, Huangshan City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–3 hours
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Highlights:
Unique "Mantou" ceremony experience
Reflections & picturesque Hui architecture
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Compared to Hongcun, Chengkan is indeed quieter, more rustic, and less crowded. There's an entrance fee and good food, which helps to keep out some of the crowds, but because Chengkan is small and not very famous, it doesn't attract many people.
I love this place so much! During the off-season, as long as you get up early, you can take photos of Bagua Gate without anyone in them. If you stay inside the scenic area, you can just renew your ticket at the ticket counter every day. The energy is strong, the feng shui is good, and you don't have to worry about food or drink.
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Qiyunshan Mountain Ecological And Cultural Tourism Zone
4.7
/5
5088 reviews
7.4
From CAD 101.15
Based on 25 reviews
30.7 km from downtown
Phone +8605592677777
Address: About 15 km west of Xiuning County, Huangshan City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 days
Highlights:
Cliff caves & fairy springs
Cable car: panoramic Danxia views
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I bought a combined ticket for Qiyun Mountain and Xidi through Ctrip, which was very affordable and cheaper than buying them separately. Qiyun Mountain is an old, well-established ancient village, quite commercialized and developed. Xidi has a deeper historical and cultural heritage, but it's not as photogenic.
The scenery at Qiyun Mountain, including Dengfeng Bridge, Nine Miles and Thirteen Pavilions, First Heaven Gate, Second Heaven Gate, Third Heaven Gate, Yuehua Street, Yuxu Palace, and Xiaohutian, is exceptionally beautiful. The cultural relics and historical sites are also captivating, making it highly recommended.
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Huizhou Ancient Town
4.1
/5
2416 reviews
7.3
Based on 31 reviews
Huizhou Ancient City/Shexian County | 19.3 km from downtown
Phone +8605596526108
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
Highlights:
Unique nighttime views & experiences
Cobblestone streets & fishing village
Saved by 133 users1296 positive reviews
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It's a very lively scenic area. The outside is free, but it's become quite commercialized. You need to buy a ticket to enter the government office (州衙). Inside, you can climb the city walls and see the gardens. The government office itself is quite nice, and there are even court trial performances, so it's worth watching.
The ancient city of Huizhou is free, but the government office (including the city walls) within the ancient city requires an entrance fee, though it's still worth a visit.
The Huizhou Merchants' Mansion is not located within the ancient city and is a man-made attraction. According to the map at the entrance, it's a collection of 29 scattered folk buildings. If you're not interested in the Huizhou Merchants' Mansion, you can skip the combined ticket and just buy the government office ticket.
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Landscape Gallery of Xin'An River
4.4
/5
1953 reviews
6.8
From CAD 141.45
Based on 13 reviews
27.8 km from downtown
Phone +8605596812333
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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The scenery was indeed beautiful. I paid 50 yuan to go up to the third floor, where the view was excellent. It's worth mentioning that the scenic area was very considerate; they allowed me to bring my little teddy bear, which was in my backpack, onto the boat. Of course, I was very considerate, carrying it the entire time on the boat and holding it while walking around the attractions after disembarking.
The air was generally good, the scenery was nice, and it was quiet. The walks at each stop were brief and not tiring. It's suitable for seniors. However, there was a stop to see the wedding sedan chair, and the large bed was quite impressive and beautiful. Overall, it was okay. The boat ticket was not expensive, and the three-hour tour was well worth it.
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Huangshan Hui Show
5.0
/5
1483 reviews
6.3
Huangshan urban district | 4.8 km from downtown
Phone +8605592558888
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)
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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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Zhuhai pit
4.2
/5
1510 reviews
6.3
From CAD 6.92
Based on 14 reviews
Outside Hongcun scenic area | 42.6 km from downtown
Phone +8605595548833
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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Luckily, I checked the travel guide a day in advance and decided to take a taxi to the West Gate to enter. This way, you only need to climb a bit at the beginning, and then it's all downhill. Perhaps because it's autumn, it wasn't as green as I had imagined. The food in Mukeng Village was quite good; everything was grown and raised by the locals, and it tasted like something from my childhood.
The ancient village is quite good. The rice fields at the entrance of the village are like a small maze. Children are reluctant to leave when they are walking around in it. The commercialization level is average. The fish lantern parade allows tourists to participate, which is very interesting.
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Xixinan Ancient Village
4.2
/5
82 reviews
6.0
North High Speed Railway Station/ Xi Xi Nan Ancient Villages | 14.5 km from downtown
Phone +8605592772020
Address: Songmingshan Highway, Huizhou District, Huangshan City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–4 hours
Highlights:
Ginkgo & osmanthus surrounded by wetlands
Historic Ming & Qing architecture
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I was truly amazed by Xixinan!!
More pristine than Hongcun, more tranquil than Xidi, and best of all, it's free! Discovering this verdant wonderland at the foot of Huangshan Mountain feels like stepping into a poetic painting of ancient Huizhou.
Xixinan Village in Huangshan City is located in Xixinan Town, Tunxi District, Huangshan City. The Hangzhou-Huangshan High-Speed Railway and the Hefei-Fuzhou High-Speed Railway cross the border through the village, making it the closest ancient village to a high-speed rail station in Huangshan City and even in the entire province of Anhui. Although Huangshan North High-Speed Railway Station has been open for ten years, the village still retains its pristine environment, permeated with a quaint atmosphere and a secluded charm. Xixinan Ancient Village is a great first or last stop on a trip to Huangshan, offering a truly authentic and pristine Huizhou experience. Shanyejun shares some simple travel tips for Xixinan Ancient Village for your reference!
1. Tickets: Xixinan still has many villagers living there, and commercial development is relatively underdeveloped, so there's currently no entrance fee. 2. Visiting Season: Late spring, summer, and autumn are the most beautiful seasons in Xixinan. In late spring, in late March, you can admire fields of rapeseed blossoms. In summer, you can enjoy a Wizard of Oz-like atmosphere and sea of clouds. Autumn is truly a dazzling spectacle.
3. Accommodation: Xixinan is currently not very commercially open, so there are only a few B&Bs and farmhouse inns to choose from. However, nearby Changlin Village offers dozens of inns.
4. Dining: The village offers numerous farmhouse restaurants and farmhouse inns, all serving authentic Anhui cuisine at very reasonable prices. Many restaurants offer prices under 50 yuan per person, so dining in Xixinan Village is a good option.
5. Transportation: The Huangshan Tourist Bus runs through Xixinan from Huangshan North Station, Shexian North Station, and Shexian City. Fares are based on distance, for example, a ticket from Huangshan North Station to Xixinan costs 4 yuan. Huangshan North Station is about 5 kilometers away from Xixinan. If you like hiking or have good physical strength, you can try hiking from Huangshan North Station to Xixinan Ancient Village and back. Along the way, you can see the high-speed rail passing by. The interesting scene of the high-speed rail entering the ancient village is very interesting.
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