Zhengzhou is the hub of Henan culture and tourism, and the most worth seeing are Henan Museum (the essence of Central Plains civilization) and Zhengzhou Yellow River Cultural Park (Mother River). This article explains the appointment, route, and avoidance of pitfalls according to the latest rules of 2026.

1、 Henan Museum (free, real name reservation)

National first-class museum, free but requires real name reservation. Tuesday to Sunday 9:00-20:30 (closing at 19:30), closed on Mondays. Daytime tickets are released 5 days in advance and at 17:00 daily; I can't get a night ticket that can be held at 4:00 pm on the day of squatting (it's cooler and easier to take photos with fewer people). The treasures of the nine major town halls: Jiahu Bone Flute, Duling Square Cauldron, Fuhao Owl Zun, Jade Handle Iron Sword, Lotus and Crane Square Pot, Four Divine Clouds and Qi Diagram, Wu Zetian Gold Bamboo Slips, Ru Kiln Sky Blue Glazed Carved Gooseneck Vase, Cloud patterned Copper Forbidden. It is recommended to go straight up to the 4th floor and explore in reverse to avoid the rush hour of tour groups on the first floor in the morning.

2、 Zhengzhou Yellow River Cultural Park

Looking at the Yellow River at the foot of Mangshan Mountain, there are magnificent statues of the two emperors Yan and Huang, the Yellow River Railway Bridge, and the vast river surface. Tickets are subject to the latest official announcement (approximately 60 yuan range, please check with the official before travel). It is recommended to go in the evening, with soft light and water surface. The park is scattered and there is a lot of walking. Wear comfortable shoes and bring drinking water.

3、 Daily Route and Transportation

In the morning, stay at Henan Museum (3-4 hours, can add a performance of Chinese ancient music for 20 yuan, special exhibition "Bronze Holder" 7.8-10.31 requires additional ticket purchase) → In the afternoon, visit the Mother River at the Yellow River Cultural Park → In the evening, return to the city to eat braised noodles. It takes about 10 minutes to walk from Exit C of Guanhutun Station on Line 2/7 of the Museum Metro. It is strongly recommended to use public transportation as there are very few parking spaces in the museum.

4、 Food and Avoiding Pits

Food: Heji Braised Noodles, Guo State Mutton Soup, Fangzhongshan soup with pepper; The roasted coffee in the museum is a place to rest. Shelter: only the official official account is available for the museum tickets, and no third party sells tickets; Closed on Mondays; Bring your original ID card to the museum for verification; Don't trust roadside tour guides.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Do you need tickets for Henan Museum? A: Free, but real name reservation is required; Reservation is made through the official official account of Henan Museum, and no third party is authorized to sell tickets.

Q: What time does Henan Museum release tickets every day? A: Daytime tickets are available 5 days in advance and at 17:00 daily; Night tickets will be released at 16:00 on the same day, admission will stop at 19:30, and the museum will be closed on Mondays.

Q: What are the treasures of the nine major town halls? A: Jiahu Bone Flute, Duling Fang Ding, Fuhao Owl Zun, Jade Handle Iron Sword, Lotus and Crane Square Pot, Four Divine Clouds and Qi Diagram, Wu Zetian Gold Bamboo Slips, Ru Kiln Sky Blue Glazed Carved Gooseneck Vase, Cloud patterned Copper Forbidden.

Q: How much is the admission fee for Zhengzhou Yellow River Cultural Park? A: According to the latest official announcement (around 60 yuan range), please verify through official channels before traveling.

Q: How can one not feel tired while browsing at the Henan Museum? A: Go straight up to the 4th floor and walk in the opposite direction (4 → 3 → 2 → 1st floor), avoiding the rush hour of tour groups on the first floor in the morning; Bring your own water cup, there is direct drinking water in the museum.

Q: How to arrange the trip to Zhengzhou on the Yellow River? A: In the morning at the museum, in the afternoon at the Yellow River Cultural Park, watching the Mother River, and in the evening with good lighting for filming; Suggest public transportation, as parking spaces in the hospital are tight.

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