Top 20 Best Things to Do in Hefei
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  • Sanhe Ancient Towntop_1
    󰺂7.0
    Feixi39.4 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoSanhe Ancient Town in Early Winter Is Like a Jiangnan Ink Painting | Dec 2025-Dec 2025
    trip best small logoNo. 1 of Night Attractions in Hefei
    Highlights:
    󱓊Boat tour: six rivers & streets
    󱓊Cruise through rivers & shores
    󱨠Saved by 237 users󱨠2812 positive reviews
    4.7/5
    天隐.天隐.

    Sanhe Ancient Town is really delicious! Blue stone road, white walls and black tiles, any shot is like a postcard. The rice dumplings and tea are so delicious that they can't stop, but people are a bit crowded on weekends. It is particularly pleasant to take a boat to look at the old houses on both sides of the Straits. The boatman explained that the accent was almost not understood. The things sold in the commercial street are a bit homogenous, but the overall price is not pitted. Suitable for a long time to stroll around slowly, if you want to experience the Huizhou water town style, you can rush! (It’s a little far from the city, and the taxi hurts)

  • Anhui Museum (New Building)top_2
    󰺂6.9
    Hefei.Hefei Sports Center/Swan Lake9.6 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoGolden splendor shines over China, replica of Wu Zetian's gold slips on display for the first time
    trip best small logoNo. 1 of Family-friendly Attractions in Hefei
    Highlights:
    Walk & photograph by Swan Lake
    󱓊Visit Swan Lake & nearby attractions
    󱨠1144 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    M31***18M31***18

    Anhui Provincial Museum (New Hall) is located at No. 87 Huaining Road, Hefei. The architectural style is unique, and the architectural shape reflects the Huizhou architectural style of the five-party connected and four-water return hall. The museum has rich exhibits. There is no need to make an appointment to go to the exhibition hall. There are plenty of parking spaces on the ground and above, which is a very good exhibition experience.

  • Bao Parktop_3
    󰺂6.7
    Hefei.Huaihe Road Pedestrian Street/Sanxiaokou795m from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱓊Iconic building of the park
    󱓊34.5-hectare garden & 15-hectare lake
    󱨠Saved by 114 users󱨠1904 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    天隐.天隐.

    The Bao Park has a good environment, good greening, suitable for walking and relaxing, especially in the evening. Bao Gong Temple and Qingfeng Pavilion are a bit historical, but there are not many exhibits, just take a look at the flowers. The hair dryer by the lake is very cool, and you can see many locals exercising and walking their babies here. Tickets are free, which is very conscience, but there are some small attractions charged separately, and it feels like there is no need to spend money to go in. Overall, it is a citizen park. It is okay to go shopping on the way. It may feel a bit flat to punch in.

  • Zhongmiao Mushan Island
    4
    󰺂6.5
    31.84
    Chaohu36.4 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱓊Oasis views & mountain peaks
    󰋄Towering view of sky & water
    󱨠822 positive reviews
    4.5/5
    天隐.天隐.

    Lushan Island is like an emerald inlaid in Chaohu Lake, with empty mountains and bright water. On the island by boat, you can see the ancient towers and fishing villages scattered, and the original ecological lake island scenery. Wenfeng Tower stands tall, and the top overlooks the vast smoke and waves of Chaohu 800 miles. The incense of the Shengfei Temple is lingering, and the moving legend of Jiaoqian's rescue of the people is celebrated. The trail around the island is as green as a cover, and the strange stone and wild fun are all along the way. Although the development is moderate, it retains the simplicity of the temperament. The half-day tour can not only feel the humanistic accumulation, but also enjoy the natural wild fun. It is a great place to stay away from the hustle and bustle.

  • Hefei Sunac Land
    5
    󰺂6.1
    78.54
    Hefei.Hefei Sunac Land/Binhu Yintai City18.6 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 2 of Family-friendly Attractions in Hefei
    Highlights:
    Roller coaster: 78 mph & 184 ft
    󱓊Six themed areas blend culture & technology
    󱨠Saved by 130 users󱨠1433 positive reviews
    4.2/5
    SNishSNish

    it was an enjoyable day, the only negative I had was that I wish there were more English signs.

  • Hefei Andover Oceanarium
    6
    󰺂6.1
    82.26
    Hefei.Hefei Economic Development Zone&Emerald Lake University Town11.7 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 3 of Family-friendly Attractions in Hefei
    Highlights:
    󱓊Over 200 rare marine animals
    󰀆Five daily shows & performances
    󱨠Saved by 109 users󱨠2513 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    _We***98_We***98

    Inside the glass curtain wall, the blue artificial light is eternal. The sand tiger shark repeats the monotonous track in the forced ring cylinder, and the dorsal fin wipes the acrylic board and draws out the invisible scale. The children beat the exhibition cabinet and were shocked that the colorful fairy fish rushed into the plastic coral grove. The seal showground was full. The oily body topped the ball and the stands burst into electronic payment-like laughter. The bait in the domesticator's pocket smelled of fish, and the sweetness of popcorn was in the air. At the souvenir shop at the exit, the fluffy dolphins' eyes flashed plastic lustre - they never knew that the real sea was salty.

  • Former Residence of Li Hongzhang
    7
    󰺂6.0
    Hefei.Huaihe Road Pedestrian Street/Sanxiaokou57m from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱓊Tree-carved bed masterpiece
    󱨜Late Qing Jianghuai architecture preserved
    󱨠2188 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    酱螽酱螽

    - Gate: adopt three open two-entry hall structure, the stone lion and the red lantern on the "Lifu" in front of the door highlight the family's prominent status, clear water brick walls and drum stones are relics of the late Qing Dynasty. - Front hall: It is the place where Li Hongzhang receives guests and handles official business. The "Hengxu" amount given by Emperor Guangxu is hung in the hall, and a large number of pictures and objects related to Li Hongzhang are displayed. - Middle Hall (Fushou Hall): It is a place for Li Hongzhang and his family to live in daily life. The hall is 9 meters high. It is the largest private residential hall in the late Qing Dynasty in Jianghuai area. The grid gate is beautifully carved and the beams are made of bucket structure. - Going horse building: for the shape of the Miss building, the first floor is equipped with an exhibition of the China Merchants Bureau, the doors and windows relief hidden "Fuxishou" pattern, the beams are beautifully carved, is the model of wood carving art in the late Qing Dynasty. - East Courtyard Exhibition Hall: mainly displays the history of Huaijun and modern national defense, with ship models and telegraph machine reproductions and other exhibits, showing the enlightenment and development of modern industry.

  • Hefei Wildlife Park
    8
    󰺂5.6
    18.58
    Hefei.Hefei High-tech Zone/Dashushan Park12.1 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 4 of Family-friendly Attractions in Hefei
    󱨠393 positive reviews
    4.3/5
    _We***98_We***98

    The iron fence divided the sun and cast the mottled shadow on the concrete. The Northeast Tiger wandered among the rockery 30 steps, and his paw prints grinded out a fixed track in repeated stampedes. The children beat through the glass, and the red-haired orangutan indented into the corner. Peacocks are forced to open their screens, but their feathers are stained with potato chips fed by tourists. When the giraffe bows down to feed artificially, the cervical vertebrae are clear under the skin, like the dry branches of its hometown. The radio was revolving with "love animals" tips, and the circus posters at the exit were ringing with the wind. The eyes in the cage reflected the excited eyes outside the fence.

  • Xiaoyaojin Park
    9
    󰺂5.6
    Hefei.Huaihe Road Pedestrian Street/Sanxiaokou629m from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoThe beautiful red maples of Xiaoyaojin Park in Hefei | Dec 2025-Dec 2025
    trip best small logoNo. 2 of Night Attractions in Hefei
    Highlights:
    󰀆Live Luju performance up close
    󱨜Historic gardens & modern park
    󱨠Saved by 103 users󱨠446 positive reviews
    4.5/5
    Mike$888Mike$888

    Walk where ancient warriors once trained, now soothed by the whisper of willows and the dance of lotuses upon the tranquil lake – Xiaoyaojin, where history breathes beneath a canopy of green.

  • Leijieming Xiaochi Square
    10
    󰺂5.3
    Hefei.Lei Street/Hefeinan Railway Station4.8 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 3 of Night Attractions in Hefei
    Highlights:
    󱓊Food hub on Ningguo Road
    󱨜Food & fun at night market
    󱨠55% positive reviews
    4.6/5
    六月的第一天六月的第一天

    Here's a little-known fact: the "lei" in Leijie (pronounced léi) comes from bronze wine vessels from the Shang and Zhou dynasties. People in Anhui like to drink large cups together and then drink them all in one gulp, which is commonly known as "zha leizi" (炸罍子). This name has both historical significance and reflects the bold and generous spirit of the people of Hefei!

Best things to do in Hefei (2025)

Looking for the ultimate experiences in Hefei? From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, Hefei offers an exceptional collection of activities and attractions that cater to every type of traveler.

Whether you’re here for sightseeing, adventure, or cultural exploration, these top-rated activities promise unforgettable memories.

Top-rated things to do in Hefei

If you want to make the most of your trip, these activities deliver the full Hefei experience. Expect popular attractions, unique local experiences, and must-see spots that capture the essence of the city.

Sanhe Ancient Town

• Feixi | 39.4 km from downtown

• : Boat tour: six rivers & streets,Cruise through rivers & shores

Anhui Museum (New Building)

• Hefei.Hefei Sports Center/Swan Lake | 9.6 km from downtown

• : Walk & photograph by Swan Lake,Visit Swan Lake & nearby attractions

Bao Park

• Hefei.Huaihe Road Pedestrian Street/Sanxiaokou | 795m from downtown

• : Iconic building of the park,34.5-hectare garden & 15-hectare lake

Things to do for unique experiences

These activities provide memorable experiences beyond the ordinary. Enjoy cultural tours, adventure sports, guided excursions, and immersive local experiences designed for all interests.

Things to do near Hefei

If you want to explore attractions just outside Hefei, there are plenty of activities that combine scenic surroundings with convenient access to the city, perfect for day trips or short excursions.

Each of these activities offers a unique escape within 1–3 hours of Hefei, ideal for travelers who want to combine sightseeing with local experiences.

What makes things to do in Hefei special

• Iconic landmarks: Visit must-see sights that define the city.
• Local experiences: Engage in culture, crafts, and unique activities.
• Accessible adventures: Easily reachable attractions for all travelers.
• Diverse options: From relaxing experiences to adventurous outings.

Tips for booking things to do in Hefei

1. Plan ahead for popular attractions to avoid long queues.
2. Book early for guided tours or seasonal events.
3. Compare prices and packages on Trip.com for exclusive deals and bundled experiences.
4. Consider weekday visits for a quieter and more personalized experience.

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What Best Things to Do are there in Hefei?
These are all Best Things to Do in Hefei:Sanhe Ancient Town, Anhui Museum (New Building), Bao Park, Zhongmiao Mushan Island, Hefei Sunac Land
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Hefei?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Hefei include:Sanhe Ancient Town:4.7, Anhui Museum (New Building):4.6, Bao Park:4.6, Zhongmiao Mushan Island:4.5, Hefei Sunac Land:4.2
At what locations in Hefei can Best Things to Do in Hefei be found?
The Best Things to Do in Hefei are mainly located in:Sanhe Ancient Town:Feixi, Anhui Museum (New Building):Hefei, Bao Park:Hefei, Zhongmiao Mushan Island:Chaohu, Hefei Sunac Land:Hefei
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