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Take a relaxed walk through the university campus to enjoy the architecture and green spaces, visit the library or student-life areas, and observe local university culture in a quieter part of Zhengzhou.
Zhengzhou Normal University (ZNU), located in Zhengzhou, the capital of Henan Province, on the banks of the Yellow River and at the foot of Mount Song, is a full-time, general undergraduate institution approved by the Ministry of Education. Its predecessor was the Henan Provincial Zhengzhou Normal School, established in 1949.
According to the school's official website in June 2018, the school covers an area of 1,060 acres, with a construction area of more than 460,000 square meters and teaching equipment with a total value of more than 166 million yuan. It has 10 disciplines, including economics, law, education, literature, history, science, engineering, agriculture, management, and art. There are currently 39 undergraduate majors and 12 associate degree majors. There are more than 1,200 faculty and staff, more than 18,000 full-time students, and more than 5,000 adult education students.
temperate monsoon climate;
Suitable for all seasons
It is recommended to visit for about 1 hour
free
9:00~21:00
Zhengzhou Normal University (郑州师范学院) is a public undergraduate institution in Zhengzhou, Henan Province. Its predecessor dates back to 1949 (河南省立郑州师范学校) and it gained current status in 2010 when it was approved by the Ministry of Education. It is significant as one of the key regional teacher-training and comprehensive colleges in Zhengzhou.
The university is located in Zhengzhou, Henan Province (惠济区英才街6号/16号 for its West and East campuses) in the city district of Huiji. You can reach it by taxi or local bus from Zhengzhou city centre. Using a ride-share or taxi is the most practical way if you are not familiar with the local bus routes. Walking on campus is easy once you arrive.
As a functioning university campus, there are no formal tourist “opening hours” published for general visitors. The campus is best visited during daylight hours (morning to early evening) when students are around and buildings are accessible. Quiet periods may be weekends or university holiday breaks.
There is no entrance fee for the campus as it is an educational institution rather than a paid tourist attraction. Visitors simply arrive and walk through public areas (subject to campus access rules from time to time).
No ticket booking is required. If the university has special visitor controls (e.g., during exams or closed events), you might need to check with the institution ahead of time, but typically you can visit without reservation.
Allow around 1–2 hours for a pleasant campus stroll, taking in key buildings, green spaces and student ambiance. If you want to explore more deeply (libraries, departments) you might spend a bit longer.
There’s no publicly advertised guided-tour or audio-guide programme for external visitors. Campus tours may need to be arranged through university visitor services (likely in Chinese).
Good photography spots include the front-gate facade, wide tree-lined avenues on campus, library exterior, and any vantage point overlooking the campus from a higher building. Early morning or late afternoon have better light and fewer people.
Suggested route: Enter the campus main gate → walk along the central boulevard or main avenue → stop at the library or student centre → explore one of the academic buildings or green quadrangles → finish at a campus café or outdoor garden space.
There are no standard night-tour programmes or light-shows advertised for this campus for general tourists. Visiting during daylight is recommended.
The campus is typically moderately busy during weekdays when students are around. The least crowded times will be early mornings, weekends or university holiday periods when classes are not in session.
As a functioning university, the campus has cafeteria/dining areas, student cafés or kiosks, public restrooms, benches and green spaces for rest. If you’re a visitor, use the visitor café or campus canteen facilities.
The campus is fairly accessible, with paved paths, building entrances, and open outdoor areas. Elderly or children can navigate the green spaces. For disabled access, check individual building entrances or ramps—campus accessibility varies by building.
Within Zhengzhou and on university campus cafés, mobile payments (WeChat Pay, Alipay) and bank cards are widely accepted. Carrying a small amount of cash is still good for incidental expenses.
Several student dining halls, cafés and snack bars are on or near campus. In the surrounding district of Huiji, Zhengzhou you can find local restaurants serving typical Henan cuisine, cafés for light meals and drinks.
While specific vegetarian/vegan or halal-certified restaurants are not specially listed for the campus, student canteens often provide vegetable dishes. If you have strict dietary needs it’s best to check ahead nearby restaurants in Zhengzhou.
In the Huiji District and nearby urban areas of Zhengzhou you will find hotels, guesthouses or business-class accommodation. Staying nearby allows you to explore the campus early morning or after lectures/events.
You could combine a campus visit with a stroll in Zhengzhou’s city centre, parks, or cultural sites such as the Yellow River scenic zone, museums or nearby local university areas. The campus visit provides a quieter contrast to busy city-tour spots.
The university may have a campus bookstore or gift shop that sells branded merchandise (mugs, stationery, hoodies) and academic-related items. Expect modest selection compared to tourist gift shops.
After visiting the campus you can continue by taxi/ride-share, local bus or metro in Zhengzhou. If you plan to explore more of Zhengzhou city, make sure you have onward transport arranged (metro or bus) from the Huiji District to central zones.
