Kaifeng Prefecture

Kaifeng Prefecture, also known as the Southern Yamen, was the administrative and judicial office of the Northern Song Dynasty's capital and was known as the capital of the country.
It was the largest government office in history, equivalent to today’s Beijing Municipal Government.
The magnificent building contrasts with the water of the Three Ponds Lake, forming a landscape of "East Palace, West Temple, Pavilions and Clear Water".
In addition to a large number of precious historical materials and exhibits, you can also enjoy performances such as "Opening Ceremony", "Bao Gong's Judgment", and "Fire-breathing Face-changing".

Attractions Location: The north bank of Baogong East Lake in Gulou District, Kaifeng City, Henan Province

Tickets:
Regular tickets: Adult tickets RMB 65 / Senior tickets RMB 32
Half-price ticket:
1. Senior citizens aged 60 to 70
2. Minors aged 6 (not including 6 years old) to 18 (not including 18 years old), full-time university undergraduate students and below;
3. Young people from Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan and other countries who are travelling to the mainland can purchase tickets and enter the park and enjoy preferential ticket prices by presenting valid identification documents such as the Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macao Residents, the Mainland Travel Permit for Taiwan Residents or student ID cards.

Opening hours:
07:30-19:00 (Monday to Sunday, January 1st - December 31st)

Contact Details: 0371-23937153;0371-23937218

Transportation:
Take bus L601 Outer Ring/L601 Inner Ring to Dazhifang Street bus stop and walk about 500 meters to arrive.

Time reference: 1-3 hours


Recommended itinerary for Kaifeng Prefecture tours

1-Day Itinerary

This compact itinerary is perfect for travelers who want to explore the highlights of Kaifeng in a single day, focusing on the renowned Kaifeng Prefecture and its surroundings.

  • 08:00 – Arrive at Kaifeng by train or bus.
  • 09:00 – Visit Kaifeng Prefecture (开封府)
    Time Required: 2–3 hours
  • 12:30 – Walk or take a 5-minute taxi to Kaifeng Drum Tower (鼓楼) for lunch and sightseeing.
  • 14:30 – Visit Iron Pagoda Park (铁塔公园)
    Taxi: 10 minutes, ~10 RMB
  • 17:00 – Dinner at a local restaurant near the Iron Pagoda or back near the Drum Tower.

Accommodation/Food: Try "Lanzhou Handmade Noodles" or Kaifeng-style dumplings around Gulou Street. Overnight stay at Jinjiang Inn near Kaifeng Railway Station is convenient.

Souvenirs: From Kaifeng Prefecture: Justice-themed trinkets and judge Bao figurines. From Drum Tower: local snacks and calligraphy scrolls. From Iron Pagoda: miniature pagoda models.


2-Day Itinerary

In two days, explore more of Kaifeng’s cultural roots and scenic beauty along with its historical landmarks.

  • Day 1: Same as 1-Day Itinerary.
  • Day 2:
    • 08:30 – Visit Dragon Pavilion Park (龙亭公园)
      Taxi from hotel: 10 mins
    • 11:00 – Walk 10 mins to Yang Family Ancestral Hall (杨家祠堂)
    • 13:00 – Lunch at local restaurant nearby.
    • 15:00 – Visit Kaifeng Museum to explore Song Dynasty exhibits.

Accommodation/Food: Stay near Longting District. Try “Kaifeng Xiao Long Bao” and almond tea for lunch.

Souvenirs: From Dragon Pavilion: dragon figurines and Song Dynasty replica coins. From Museum: history books and cultural souvenirs.


3-Day Itinerary

This itinerary gives you a deeper look into Song Dynasty heritage and includes evening cultural experiences.

  • Days 1 & 2: As above.
  • Day 3:
    • 09:00 – Visit Kaifeng House Scenic Area for more interactive exhibits about ancient law.
    • 12:00 – Lunch near Gulou Street.
    • 14:00 – Stroll through Song Dynasty Cultural Theme Park (清明上河园)
      Taxi: 15 mins, ~15 RMB
    • 18:00 – Watch the evening performance inside the park.

Accommodation/Food: Book a room near Qingming Shanghe Garden. Enjoy traditional snacks: grilled lamb skewers and sugar sculptures.

Souvenirs: Song Dynasty park: fans, opera masks, and handmade accessories.


4-Day Itinerary

Expand your journey to nearby ancient relics while deepening your understanding of Kaifeng’s legends and artistry.

  • Days 1–3: As above.
  • Day 4:
    • 08:30 – Visit Daxiangguo Temple (大相国寺)
      Taxi: 15 mins
    • 11:30 – Vegetarian lunch near the temple.
    • 13:30 – Visit Kaifeng Night Market (for snacks and souvenirs).
    • 15:30 – Relax at Baogong Lake (包公湖).

Accommodation/Food: Try a local homestay near Xiangguo Temple. Snack on sesame pancakes, fried buns, and glutinous rice balls at the Night Market.

Souvenirs: Buddhist beads from Daxiangguo Temple; paper-cut art and snacks from the Night Market.


5-Day Itinerary

With five days, you can include some countryside excursions and lesser-known cultural spots outside Kaifeng city.

  • Days 1–4: As above.
  • Day 5:
    • 08:00 – Take a day trip to Zhuxian Town (朱仙镇)
      Bus from Kaifeng Bus Station, ~1 hour
    • 10:00 – Visit the Ancient City Wall and Woodblock Printing Museum.
    • 13:00 – Lunch at a local tavern.
    • 15:00 – Return to Kaifeng city.

Accommodation/Food: Return and stay at hotel near Longting District. Eat at small local eateries with Kaifeng-style hotpot.

Souvenirs: Zhuxian Town: woodblock prints, ink stones, and handmade paper fans.


6-Day Itinerary

This itinerary provides a relaxed pace with deeper dives into culture, relaxation, and culinary exploration.

  • Days 1–5: As above.
  • Day 6:
    • 10:00 – Visit Henan University Minglun Campus – historical campus with traditional architecture.
    • 13:00 – Enjoy coffee and lunch in a student cafe nearby.
    • 15:00 – Take a break at Yuchi Temple (禹池寺) nearby.
    • 18:00 – Optional calligraphy or painting experience class.

Accommodation/Food: Book a boutique guesthouse. Enjoy local-style noodles or tofu dishes near the university.

Souvenirs: Campus area: university-themed notebooks, handmade bookmarks, and scholarly stationery.


7-Day Itinerary

The full week itinerary offers immersive experiences, personal interaction with Kaifeng’s traditions, and time for relaxation and repeat visits.

  • Days 1–6: As above.
  • Day 7:
    • 09:00 – Free time for shopping at Gulou Commercial Street.
    • 11:00 – Optional return to favorite spots (e.g., Dragon Pavilion or Kaifeng Prefecture).
    • 14:00 – Visit Local Handicraft Workshop for paper cutting or clay modeling class.
    • 16:30 – Farewell dinner at Song Dynasty themed restaurant.

Accommodation/Food: Stay at a heritage inn. Dine at “Song Du Ji” or themed restaurants offering imperial dishes.

Souvenirs: Handicraft workshop: DIY crafts, painted lanterns, and clay masks. Gulou: local snacks and boutique tea.


User Reviews

By heayunri |

There are people selling date cakes outside.

Emmm, it should be called date cake.

Anyway, it’s almost the same as cut cake.

Phew. You know what I mean.

Don't. Don't. Don't buy it.

I pictured that

I bought it for twenty-five.

Other impressions are super good haha

There is a grandma selling Qingtuan, it's awesome

Everyone must try it.

By A strong cat |

If you come to Tokyo Bianliang and don't go to Kaifeng Mansion, you will probably be regarded as an alien. The 65 yuan ticket is also very expensive. In Beijing, you can visit the Forbidden City once and a half, or Beihai + Summer Palace + Temple of Heaven + Jingshan + Zhongshan Park + Workers' Cultural Palace + Xiangshan... But this Kaifeng Mansion is quite unique. It is not a government office, but a garden-style office area, similar to a royal palace. This is in line with the practice of the prefecture governor being the prince in the early Northern Song Dynasty. I was lucky enough to catch the rehearsal of the traditional ritual performance of the Qingming government office to get fire. I have never seen this before and it is very exciting.

By O'Connor accompanies his uncle |

One of the main features of Kaifeng's tourism industry is the large number of antique parks and antique performances in the parks. The most famous ones are the Qingming Riverside Park and the recently popular Dasong Wuxia City. The Qingming Riverside Park was built according to the famous "Qingming Riverside Scene", and the Dasong Wuxia City was built on the basis of the original forest park. Both are antique parks built later, with multiple antique performances in different time periods, mainly for entertainment.

Kaifeng Prefecture, located on the north bank of Baogong East Lake in Kaifeng City, Henan Province, was the administrative and judicial office of the Northern Song Dynasty officials and was known as the capital of the country. If you come to Kaifeng, you must not miss Kaifeng Prefecture!

By Yuan Hong |

The actual experience of Kaifeng Mansion is better than that of Bao Gong Temple. If I have to choose one of the two, I will choose Kaifeng Mansion. The Kaifeng Mansion I saw today is a reconstruction. The overall feeling is that Kaifeng Mansion and Qingming Shanghe Park are two PRG scenes similar to the American TV series "Westworld". The scenic spot performance is more like a main task. As long as you catch up with the time point, the whole day can be arranged clearly for you.

The performance of Bao Gong's judgment of a case, but I missed the opening ceremony. Here is a little sharing: if you are short, try to come early.

By Brother Water |

Kaifeng Mansion, located on the north bank of Baogong East Lake in Kaifeng City, was rebuilt in 2001, covering an area of more than 60 acres and a construction area of 13,600 square meters. It is a national AAAA-level tourist attraction.

By Solo Traveler |

Kaifeng Prefecture in Henan Province is a hub of time and space where the ancient and modern times blend together. When you step into it, you feel as if you have traveled back to the prosperous Northern Song Dynasty. The majestic government office recreates the legend of Bao Gong's iron-faced impartiality. The cultural heritage is profound, and the performances vividly restore historical fragments. The Spring New Fire Ceremony is a cultural feast that cannot be missed. Although the crowds are crowded, the feeling of exploring the historical footprints makes every moment worth stopping.

By Magic City Real Detective Flower Cat |

Kaifeng Prefecture was relatively large and was known as the capital of the world. At that time, its status was equivalent to that of today's Beijing Municipal Government, so its status was very high.



I arrived relatively late. If I had arrived earlier (9am), I could have seen the performance of Bao Gong's "Opening Ceremony". Tickets are 59 yuan if you buy them online. The whole scenic area is quite large. You can see the whole Kaifeng Prefecture from the highest tower in the palace, with a clear view.

By Metasequoia |

Kaifeng Prefecture, located on the north bank of Baogong East Lake in Kaifeng City, Henan Province, was the administrative and judicial office of officials in the Northern Song Dynasty. It is known as the capital of the world and is a national AAAA-level tourist attraction.

According to historical records, there were 183 prefects in Kaifeng Prefecture during the Northern Song Dynasty, and Bao Gong was particularly famous for his Southern Court. The rebuilt Kaifeng Prefecture today covers an area of more than 60 mu, with a construction area of 13,600 square meters. It echoes the Bao Gong Temple located in the West Lake, and is set against the rippling waters of the Three Ponds, forming a beautiful landscape of the East Palace and the West Temple, with pavilions and clear water.

In February 2020, in order to pay tribute to the medical workers, the scenic spot will be open to medical workers nationwide for free from the date of the scenic spot opening after the epidemic ends until December 31, 2020.

By Hornet's Nest Beard |

The Kaifeng Mansion in Henan is one of the most representative attractions in Kaifeng. It is magnificent and majestic, and echoes the Bao Gong Temple from a distance. Especially against the backdrop of the three-foot-long lake water around it, it forms the famous landscape of "East Mansion and West Temple". The ticket price is 60 yuan. The Kaifeng Mansion is very large and I played in it for two hours. It is worth mentioning that there is a performance inside, which starts at 9:30 in the morning and 2:30 in the afternoon. It is called "Bao Gong Angrily Beheads Chen Shimei". It sounds very exciting just by hearing the name, but it's a pity that I didn't see it this time. What attracted me most in the mansion was the realistic wax figures and the cell area. Here you can learn about various tortures in ancient times and the layout of the previous cells. I think it's quite interesting. This should be another must-see attraction in Kaifeng besides the Qingming Shanghe Park.

By Blue sky |

Kaifeng Prefecture has a long history and is well-known both at home and abroad. It was the capital of the country during the Northern Song Dynasty. It was large in scale and magnificent in momentum. Many historical celebrities such as Kou Zhun, Fan Zhongyan, Bao Zheng, Ouyang Xiu, etc. have served as the prefect of Kaifeng Prefecture. Especially when Bao Zheng was the prefect of Kaifeng Prefecture, he was impartial and enforced the law like a mountain. Bao Longtu upheld justice and expelled evil, was upright and incorruptible, and his good name was passed down from ancient times to the present. A song: Bao Longtu meditating in Kaifeng Prefecture is heart-stirring and arouses many thoughts and yearnings; it is praised by the people of later generations. Many people did not hesitate to travel through mountains and rivers to visit Bao Zheng and Kaifeng Prefecture.



Kaifeng Prefecture, also known as Nan Ya, has a long history. It was first built in the first year of Kaiping in the Later Liang Dynasty of the Five Dynasties (907 AD), and has a history of more than 1,000 years. Among all the government offices in the past dynasties, Kaifeng Prefecture in the Northern Song Dynasty was the largest in scale. It was an important institution for the Northern Song Dynasty to manage the capital and the surrounding areas, equivalent to today's Beijing Municipal Government, and had a very prominent status.

By Leo |

The last stop in Kaifeng is Kaifeng Prefecture, which was the administrative and judicial office of the Northern Song Dynasty. It is known as the capital of the world. It is famous because there was a prefect named Bao Gong here. Many TV dramas and movies have talked about his impartiality, integrity and justice since childhood, so Kaifeng Prefecture is closely associated with it. The current Kaifeng Prefecture was rebuilt on the old site north of Bao Gong Lake in accordance with the "Construction Methods" by Li Jie of the Northern Song Dynasty. In the 180-year history of the Northern Song Dynasty, many celebrities have served as the chief officials of Kaifeng Prefecture, including: Ouyang Xiu, Fan Zhongyan, Wang Anli, Qian Xie, Kou Zhun, Zong Ze, etc.

By Gege V |

The place where Bao Gong worked. Kaifeng Prefecture was the capital of the country during the Northern Song Dynasty. It was famous throughout the world for its uprightness and good reputation. In fact, there was another Ouyang Xiu in Kaifeng Prefecture.

By The Ascetic |

When you mention Kaifeng Prefecture, the first thing that comes to your mind is "Kaifeng has a Bao Qingtian who is impartial and can distinguish between loyalty and treachery..." In fact, there have been more than 200 prefects in Kaifeng Prefecture. The Kaifeng Prefecture Inscription Monument records the tenure of more than 200 prefects in Kaifeng Prefecture. Among them, a large number of outstanding politicians, thinkers, writers, and military strategists served here, including Kou Zhun, Bao Zheng, Ouyang Xiu, Fan Zhongyan, Su Shi, Sima Guang, Su Song, etc.

The rebuilt Kaifeng Prefecture is located on the north bank of Baogong East Lake in Kaifeng, covering an area of more than 60 acres and a construction area of 13,600 square meters. It has the Prefecture Gate, Ceremonial Gate, Main Hall, Meeting Hall and Plum Blossom Hall as the central axis, supplemented by more than 50 large and small halls and buildings such as Tianqing Temple, Mingli Courtyard, Qianlong Palace, Qingxin Tower, Prison, Yingwu Tower, and Yin Hotel. It is divided into nine exhibition areas according to the different exhibition contents.

By High speed jeep |

The scenic spot rebuilt according to historical stories is the filming location of the TV series Bao Qingtian. The scenic spot itself is very creative and pursued. The scenic spot introduces many interactive performances. The park itself is also very large, and there are many antique buildings inside that can be visited. At least it makes people feel that the ticket price of 40 yuan is worth it. It is recommended to play for about 2 hours, avoiding the morning time when there are the most tourists, which will greatly enhance the travel experience.

By Fa'han |

Because I went to Daxiangguo Temple first, the appearance was not as good as the reputation, so I lowered my expectations for Kaifeng Mansion. After I went there, I found that Kaifeng Mansion is still much bigger. I can also watch relatively intensive performances. It is quite convenient to buy tickets online and enter with your ID card. After entering, follow the performance and you can also see some excitement. 2 hours is enough for fun.

By Glass_sherry |

Although Kaifeng Prefecture is a man-made attraction, it is also a landmark building in Kaifeng. The vermilion city walls and the large stone lion carvings seem to give people a sense of the grandeur and impersonality of Justice Bao.

By Yuhao |

Located on the north bank of Baogong East Lake in Gulou District, Kaifeng City, it was the administrative and judicial office of the officials in the capital of the Northern Song Dynasty and was known as the capital of the country. There were 183 prefects in Kaifeng Prefecture in the Northern Song Dynasty, and it was especially famous for the Southern Court where Bao Gong sat. The rebuilt Kaifeng Prefecture covers an area of more than 60 mu and has a construction area of 13,600 square meters. It echoes the Baogong Temple located in Baogong West Lake and is set against the rippling waters of the three lakes, forming a beautiful landscape of the East Palace and the West Temple, pavilions and clear water.

By A Tu |

Kaifeng Prefecture. This is very famous, everyone knows it. "There is a Bao Qingtian in Kaifeng, who is impartial and just in distinguishing between loyalty and treachery." I just happened to catch a performance of opening a court, where a real person performed a redress of grievances in front of the "hall". The dog-head guillotine.

The real image of Justice Bao is not what we see in movies and TV shows. He is actually a pale-faced scholar with a height of only 1.62 meters. He was portrayed as a tall and dark-faced man just to highlight his impartiality. After searching for Zhan Zhao in the mansion for a long time, I learned that in history, Justice Bao and Zhan Zhao were not in the same period.

Wenquxing. Students who want to study in high school should pay homage here. Overlooking Kaifeng Prefecture.

By China-TravelNote users |

A modern classic. There are many tour guides at the entrance, all of which belong to the same company, but it is absolutely not recommended to use them, because the guides will introduce you to a more procedural and passing feeling. This Kaifeng Mansion is also a product of the new century. It was built to suit the situation at that time, and there is no trace of history at all.

By Star Whisper |

The area is quite large, opposite to Baogong Lake; the palace has places for trying prisoners and working

There are performances, such as The Chopping of a Beauty. Every once in a while, there is a performance. I feel the acting is average, not like professional actors.

Most of them are renovated buildings. The main purpose is to experience the historical culture and atmosphere. When I was a child, I watched the TV series Bao Qingtian, which was so attractive.

It is said that Zhan Zhao is a fabricated character and did not exist in history;

By Yukiko |

I really don't recommend going to Kaifeng Mansion. If you meet the policy and are eligible for free tickets, you can go in and take a look.

By Still today |

This one is much smaller than the historical one! There is nothing eye-catching inside, so it is not a pity not to go in.

By Star Kong 5 |

There are performances every morning and afternoon. The case of the beheading of the beauty must be seen. The environment is good and you can sit in a sedan chair inside.

By doctorZCHu |

The entire attraction was rebuilt by Kaifeng Hongtai Real Estate Development Company. It is not very big and there are occasional performances. The tour time is 1.5 hours.

By Phuket People |

It’s OK, the ticket price is a bit expensive, but it’s a May Day trip, the weather is pleasant, and it’s a great memory!

By fincen |

Watch the story of Bao Gong and the performance, it's just so-so

By Happy every day |

Kaifeng Prefecture, also known as the Southern Yamen, was the administrative and judicial office of the Northern Song Dynasty's capital, and was known as the capital of the country. It was the largest government office in history and was an important institution for managing the capital and the surrounding areas, equivalent to today's Beijing Municipal Government. The magnificent buildings contrast with the waters of the Three Ponds Lake, forming a landscape of "Eastern Palace, Western Temple, Pavilions and Clear Water". In addition to a large number of precious historical materials and exhibitions, you can also enjoy performances such as "Opening Ceremony", "Bao Gong's Judgment", "Martial Arts Field Welcoming Performance", and "Fire-breathing Face-changing".

By Slow snail |

All of them are now repaired by humans. If you want to see the excitement, you can go and have a look.

By www |

The tour was fast, 2 hours was enough. If you want to watch the performances, you need more time to arrange them reasonably. The performance time is according to the ticket. I watched three of them, and you can participate in the one who grabs the son-in-law in front of the list, which is quite interesting.

By だ星hun だ |

Kaifeng Prefecture, located on the north bank of Baogong East Lake in Kaifeng City, Henan Province, was the administrative and judicial office of officials in the Northern Song Dynasty. It is known as the capital of the world and is a national AAAA-level tourist attraction.

According to historical records, there were 183 prefects in Kaifeng Prefecture during the Northern Song Dynasty, and Bao Gong was particularly famous for his Southern Court. The rebuilt Kaifeng Prefecture today covers an area of more than 60 mu, with a construction area of 13,600 square meters. It echoes the Bao Gong Temple located in the West Lake, and is set against the rippling waters of the Three Ponds, forming a beautiful landscape of the East Palace and the West Temple, with pavilions and clear water.

By Li travels all over the world |

"There is a Justice Bao in Kaifeng, who is impartial and just in distinguishing between loyalty and treachery." At the end of February 2018, I came to the legendary Kaifeng Prefecture. Kaifeng Prefecture is located on the north bank of Baogong East Lake. It was the administrative and judicial office of officials in the capital of the Northern Song Dynasty and was known as the capital of the world. I saw the legend of Kaifeng and tasted the culture of Justice Bao.

By 灬比のshoreヤ |

The ticket to Kaifeng Mansion is a little expensive. The area is indeed quite large, but they are all new buildings (replicas of the original appearance). It takes at least 3 hours to visit them carefully. There are performances at different times and locations in the scenic area, which you can watch.

By Puff God |

On the way from Fan Tower to Iron Tower, we passed Kaifeng Prefecture. Its red walls and green tiles were somewhat consistent with the style of the Song Dynasty. It was a pity that it was a fake.

By Yige |

There is a stone tablet preserved from the Song Dynasty, on which are engraved the names of the prefects of Kaifeng in successive dynasties. One of the names is no longer clearly visible, and there are deep marks left on it, which are caused by the touches of the hands of ordinary people from all over the country, showing that Bao Zheng is deeply rooted in the hearts of the people.

There is a warning stone in front of the lobby, on which is the warning inscription of Emperor Taizong. The ancient feudal emperors were also concerned about anti-corruption.

By Tianya Turbid Wine |

Not bad, the Main Hall and the Octagonal Glass Hall are worth seeing.

By Pisces |

The scenic spot was built later and restored the classical garden architecture of the Song Dynasty.

By Xiao Fei |

It seems to be a scenic spot rebuilt on the original site. There are performances every day, starting at 9 am.

By Susan |

As a member of the group obsessed with Justice Bao, Kaifeng Mansion is a must-see. The Kaifeng Mansion of the Song Dynasty was destroyed in the Yellow River floods. The rebuilt government office is very magnificent, showing the grandeur of Tokyo. Don't enter the door after buying the ticket. There will be a performance of opening the government office outside the door at 9 o'clock. After entering the door, you can only watch the back. During the performance, the yamen runners will come over with long whips, and people are not allowed to stand close. There are performances at different time periods in Kaifeng Mansion, which is very fun.

By Water flowing and clouds in |

During the Chinese New Year in 2013, I went to Kaifeng with my parents, and of course we couldn’t miss Kaifeng Prefecture!

By ilovetravel |

Bao Longtu meditates in Kaifeng Prefecture, enforcing the law like a mountain and loving the people like his own children!

By Roots |

Not worth going, a newly built, scrambled attraction.

By Tianni |

I bought an e-ticket online, which was a few yuan cheaper. There were several folk performances, but I went late and missed many of them.

By l Kezi |

2018.8.9 Tour in Kaifeng, arrived at Kaifeng Mansion before 9 am, because there was a live performance at 9 am - The Case of the Chopping of the Beauty; the buildings here are antique and have a historical atmosphere, the live performance is very good, Liangzi likes to watch it very much;

By May Song |

I have seen many food guides in Kaifeng, and this "Yellow River Carp Noodles" is a famous dish that is highlighted. Today I specially tasted this dish at the "Huang's Old Store" in Kaifeng. To be honest, I don't know if it's the level of the chef or if the people of Kaifeng just like this taste. I feel that the fish is fried too "hard" and it is difficult to chew. Fish should be "fried" to be crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Is this the same regardless of the taste?

By Weiwei Jing |

We drove all the way here and this is the first place to visit. It was easy to find with the navigation and parking was convenient. When we got off the car, someone asked if we wanted to hire a tour guide, but we didn't. I heard someone asked and it seemed to be 60 yuan. When we entered, we just caught a performance and watched a part. The weather was too hot, so we just walked around roughly.

By button |

It is a completely modern building, with imitations of ancient buildings inside. The murals and calligraphy hanging inside are also imitations. There is no cultural connotation at all, and it is particularly boring.

By China-TravelNote users |

It's quite good. It's educational to bring children to visit. In fact, you don't need to visit Bao Gong Temple after visiting Kaifeng Prefecture. The contents inside are basically the same.

By Popular |

When people mention Kaifeng Prefecture, they will immediately think of "Bao Longtu meditating in Kaifeng Prefecture" or "There is a Bao Qingtian in Kaifeng, who is impartial and can distinguish between loyalty and treachery". Kaifeng Prefecture is often understood as Bao Zheng's exclusive government office. In fact, Kaifeng Prefecture was first built in the first year of Kaiping in the Later Liang Dynasty of the Five Dynasties (907 AD). Until the abolition of the prefecture in 1913, more than 200 prefects of Kaifeng Prefecture had served here. In the Song Dynasty alone, many bigwigs or great gods worked here, such as Emperor Taizong of Song, Emperor Zhenzong of Song, Emperor Qinzong of Song, Kou Zhun, Bao Zheng, Ouyang Xiu, Fan Zhongyan, Su Shi, Sima Guang, Su Song, Cai Xiang, and Zong Ze. People have the deepest impression of Kaifeng Prefecture in the Bao Zheng era, probably because Bao Qingtian's vigorous anti-corruption, anti-graft and anti-bureaucracy are more likely to resonate with today's society. We also have to thank Taiwan's China Television Company for the heavy publicity of the more than 200 episodes of "Bao Qingtian". The Kaifeng Mansion that we see today on the north bank of Bao Gong East Lake was rebuilt in 2001 according to the "Construction Methods" of Li Jie of the Northern Song Dynasty and opened to the public on August 14, 2003. It is not a relic of the Northern Song Dynasty.

By The journey begins |

The famous Kaifeng Prefecture! In the Northern Song Dynasty, it was equivalent to today's Beijing Municipal Government.

The ticket price seems to be 60, 32 with my student ID, and there is a performance here.

This is the place where the famous Bao Zheng judged cases. Of course, many famous officials came from here, including many honest officials and treacherous officials.

The guillotine in front of the hall is something you often see on TV.

Of course, Kaifeng Prefecture also had many other functions, such as: Imperial Examination Hall, Prison, Martial Arts Hall, and even Sanqing Temple. The current Kaifeng Prefecture is only one-fifth of its former size.

By Zhang Liang1119 |

Every place has this kind of scenic spot, where people come in droves, listen to the guide tell some messy wild history, take a bunch of photos, and then leave in droves. This is the case here, as a later imitation landscape, purely relying on the reputation of the TV series at that time to attract tourists, so we can't expect it to have much historical depth.

By skylark1670 |

Bao Qingtian's image has influenced many people, including me, who walked into Kaifeng Mansion with awe.

Because there is only one entrance, the South Gate, and the others are exits, I walked around Kaifeng Mansion for a while before I found the main gate.

Three guillotines, still majestic (I heard from the commentator that these three guillotines are fictional, not in official history)



Climb up the Qingxin Tower and you can see the whole view of Kaifeng Prefecture.



On the first floor of Qingxin Tower is Asia's largest bronze statue of Bao Zheng, majestic and solemn, wishing that there will be no unjust, false or wrong cases in the world



Opposite the main gate is Baogong Lake

By Arsene Caddy |

Everyone knows that a tour guide certificate cannot be used without a tour group. In fact, the tour guide who was soliciting customers at the entrance swiped the card around his neck to enter, probably issued by the scenic spot.



In addition, the ticket price is now 65. I accidentally heard the uncle inside say that the price increases every year, I don’t know if he was talking about this.



Although I know that they are all newly built buildings, it is still helpful to understand Kaifeng Prefecture. Also, those so-called performances are really low! One of them invited a so-called calligrapher to give away calligraphy, and the frame cost 200, such a low-level routine... So if the ticket costs 65 just because of the performance, it is really not worth it.

By The world view of small yellow croaker |

There were a lot of people, so if you want to grab a good seat, you have to arrive early. The performance officially started at 9:00, and Bao Gong came out to welcome guests from all over the world to visit the government office. At the end of the performance, Qin Xianglian reported to the officials, paving the way for the next performance. After the performance, we followed the crowd into the gate of Kaifeng Prefecture.

By A stalk of celery |

Very average, all man-made attractions. If you have played in the Qingming Riverside Park, the performances here are more interactive, but too few

By Martinko |

There is a performance in front of the gate of Kaifeng Prefecture in the morning, which should be the Case of the Chopping of the Beauty, and it is worth seeing.

By Pipi Monkey |

We cleverly used three student ID cards to buy six student tickets. Kaifeng Mansion is okay, it's an artificial park.

By Sunny Day 123 |

Although they are all newly built buildings and not historical relics, the scenery is still very good, like a historical theme park. It takes about two hours to complete the tour. Standing on the top of the tower, you can enjoy various antique buildings, Baogong Lake, Baogong Temple, and half of Kaifeng City. Feel the beauty of Tokyo Menghua

By snails |

It's pretty good. It feels more interesting than visiting Bao Gong Temple. There will be performances in the afternoon.

By Rock 129 |

There are performances in almost every scenic spot in Kaifeng, but the rest is unremarkable.

By Walker |

An unexpected attraction, unlike ordinary antique buildings... The wax figures inside are lifelike and are definitely a highlight

By KiaraR |

When you come to Kaifeng, you must go to Kaifeng Mansion. The performance starts at 9 o'clock, and people are allowed to enter after that. The buildings are all built later. There are a few texts and exhibits. It is good to watch the performance and feel the atmosphere. It is best to go for half a day in the morning, because most of the performances are in the morning.

By Quiet Dawn |

The earliest Kaifeng Prefecture was located on the west bank of Baogong Lake in Kaifeng. The rebuilt "Kaifeng Prefecture" is located on the north bank of the East Lake of Baogong Lake in Kaifeng, covering an area of more than 60 mu and a construction area of 13,600 square meters. It is magnificent and majestic, echoing the Baogong Temple located on Baogong West Lake. It was the administrative and judicial office of officials in the capital of the Northern Song Dynasty. It is known as the capital of the world and a national AAAA-level tourist attraction. A large number of outstanding politicians, thinkers, writers, and military strategists such as Kou Zhun, Bao Zheng, Ouyang Xiu, Fan Zhongyan, Su Shi, Sima Guang, Su Song, Cai Xiang, and Zong Ze served as prefects in Kaifeng Prefecture.

By Jasmine |

The building is antique and quite new. The ticket is not cheap. I stood at the door and read the comments of China-TravelNote. I hesitated and felt that there was no need to go in.

By Jiayi |

There is a tour guide service outside the door, 60 yuan in cash (this price is the same for up to 6 people), and 55 yuan for WeChat payment. It was quite OK to listen to the explanation. I learned that in addition to Bao Zheng, the famous Kaifeng Mansion also included Ouyang Xiu, Su Shi, Fan Zhongyan, etc.

By 🎈How much is Yakult (´-ω-)σ |

It's worth a visit. If you go here, you won't go to Tianbo Yang Mansion. The ticket is not cheap. It is recommended to book it one day in advance to save five yuan. How should I put it? It's a landmark attraction in Kaifeng. Remember to come before nine in the morning. You can watch Bao Gong judge the case. In the morning, it's the Qin Xianglian case, and there are other performances. It's good to follow the tour guide to listen to the explanation if you don't sign up for a group, and learn about history and culture

By Yiwei |

Kaifeng Mansion is worth a visit, try to avoid holidays, because when I went there on Friday, there were quite a few people, many student groups and elderly groups, and the parking lot was full. You must go up to the seventh floor of Qingxin Building, where you can see most of Kaifeng.

By Alanrain |

After all, if you come to Kaifeng, you still have to check in at Kaifeng Mansion. It's all rebuilt, so just make do with it!

By Yangxian Old Tang |

You can book tickets from major travel apps, which is only a few dollars cheaper. You can book tickets for the same day, unlike other attractions where you can only book tickets for the next day. However, online tickets can only be picked up one hour after the successful booking, not even a minute earlier. Friends can get it done in advance to avoid waiting for an hour at Baogong Lake in the park at the entrance like I did.

By Rose of the Little Lazy |

What can I say about the scenic spots in Kaifeng? It's a pity not to go there, and it's even more regrettable to go there.

By Qibao travels around the world |

Kaifeng's urban construction is not very good, it's a pity for the ancient capital of the Six Dynasties. Kaifeng Prefecture is OK, you can go for a walk

By Astringent Pomegranate |

It's a bit bad. The performance is really bad. I think it should be good 20 years ago. Now I think it's really noisy and the plot is boring. You can watch the 9 o'clock show at the door without buying a ticket. I didn't go to the performances after entering because I couldn't squeeze in. The building is very bad, it's all fake, it looks very bad and ugly. Waste of time and money

By Turtle crawling |

There are performances of the beauty of the mountains and Tai Chi swords, where you can feel the atmosphere of the north, which is very grand and bold.

By lovelyc |

When we went there, it was just opened. We parked by the lake for 10 yuan. They said they were official, but the parking lot inside was only 5 yuan. The staff of the scenic spot was very nice. It was actually very small. If the show was good, you could watch it. We came too early and it opened after we finished our tour. If you are not afraid of crowds, you can wait for the show to finish at 9 o'clock and go in, so that you can catch the main show. I watched two shows and then rushed to the next attraction.

By Mr Green |

It's OK, a bit special, it would be even better if the weather is good!

By Imaginary distance? |

It's OK! You can go for a walk in Kaifeng...