Kaifeng is an ancient capital for eight dynasties, capital of the Song dynasty, with the strongest Song charm. Attractions are concentrated: tight for one day, loose for two days.

This article lists must-visit lists, Song-style routes and food pitfalls all at once.

Must-visit attractions ranking (city)

• TOP1 Millennium City Park: restored 1:1 according to 'Along the River During the Qingming Festival', the first immersive Song charm IP
• TOP2 Kaifeng Prefecture: Northern Song government office culture, Bao Gong culture exhibition
• TOP3 Daxiangguo Temple: thousand-year-old ancient temple, Northern Song royal temple
• TOP4 Drum Tower Night Market: Kaifeng soup dumplings Night market snacks concentrated
• TOP5 Iron Pagoda Park: Kaifeng iconic ancient tower, climb the tower to see the city

Recommended route (first-time city visit)

• Tight one-day plan: Millennium City Park (whole day) → Drum Tower Night Market
• Loose two-day plan: Day 1 Millennium City Park night market; Day 2 Kaifeng Prefecture Daxiangguo Temple iron tower
• Song Charm in Depth: Add Yanqing Taoist Temple/Shan-Shaan-Gan Guild Hall

How is the transportation arranged?

• From Zhengzhou East Station to Kaifeng North / Songcheng Road by intercity train is about half an hour
• Most Kaifeng attractions are in the city, covered by metro and bus to take a taxi
• About 1 hour, parking in the city is difficult, so take a taxi is recommended

How to choose accommodation

• Stay around Gulou / Baogong Lake, within walking distance to night markets and main attractions
• For a quiet stay, choose a business hotel in Jinming District
• Book ahead in peak season

food Must-eat List

• Kaifeng soup dumplings (First Building / Huang family representative)
• Tongzi Chicken (Ma Yu (Henan) Xing), Carp with Baked Noodles, fried liangfen, peanut cake
• Single items 5-20 yuan

per person Budget Reference

• Millennium City Park about 120 yuan; Kaifeng Prefecture about 65 yuan; Daxiangguo Temple about 45 yuan (reference price)
• One-day per person about 400 yuan; two-day per person about 800 yuan (including two nights stay)
• Check official announcements for specifics

City

• Spend a whole day at Millennium City Park, half a day can only see the highlights
• Drum Tower Night Market Crowded, keep an eye on your belongings
• Kaifeng Prefecture/Daxiangguo Temple can check combo ticket (based on the day)
• Don’t buy the 'high-priced incense' or 'blessed Buddha amulet' tricks
• Pay attention to hygiene and prices at night markets
• Watch the last intercity train, don’t miss your ride

Frequently Asked Questions

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