4 Days 3 Nights Exploring Baoding: The Ancient City’s Autumn Scenery in October is Stunning!

This ancient city soaked in autumn colors looks like a painting in every frame of October! 🍂 Come with me to travel through a thousand years and experience the perfect collision of history and nature～

🏛️ Day 1: First Impressions of the Ancient City
⏰ 9:00 Zhilizongdu Office
📍 Address: No. 246 Yuhua West Road, Lianchi District, Baoding
💰 Ticket: 30 RMB
✨ One of the eight major governor offices from the Qing Dynasty! Well-preserved official buildings with red walls, black tiles, and golden ginkgo trees. Under the autumn sun, it looks solemn and majestic. Every shot is a masterpiece📸
🚌 Transport: Take bus 1 or 8 to Guli Lianhuachi Station, then a 3-minute walk
🕑 Opening Hours: 8:30-17:30 (Closed on Mondays)

🍽️ 12:00 Bai Yunzhang Baozi (Yuhua Road Branch)
📍 Address: No. 377 Yuhua West Road
💰 Average cost: 15 RMB
🔥 A century-old brand! The beef buns have thin skin and large filling, bursting with juice in every bite 🥟 Paired with a bowl of hot millet porridge, it’s super satisfying～ Recommend going early to queue!
🕑 Business Hours: 6:00-14:00

🏞️ 14:30 Ancient Lotus Pond
📍 Address: No. 246 Yuhua West Road, Lianchi District
💰 Ticket: 30 RMB
🍁 One of China’s top ten famous gardens! The withered lotus in golden autumn is very poetic, with pavilions and towers reflected in the water. Wearing Hanfu for photos is absolutely beautiful💕 It’s just next to the governor’s office, very convenient!
🕑 Opening Hours: 8:00-18:00

🌃 18:30 Yuhua Road Night Market
📍 Address: Intersection of Yuhua Road and West Street
🍢 Must-try: Donkey meat sandwich, candied hawthorn, fried sausage... The lantern-lit ancient-style street is full of atmosphere, with so many snacks you can’t try them all! Best to come hungry😋
🕑 Business Hours: 17:00-23:00

⛰️ Day 2: Between Mountains and Waters
⏰ 7:30 Yesanpo Bailixia Gorge
📍 Address: Sanpo Town, Laishui County
💰 Ticket: 100 RMB
🍂 A rare northern valley landform! In October, the forest is fully dyed in colors. Hiking the 2.5-hour plank road feels like walking through a colorful gallery 🌈 Remember to wear non-slip shoes!
🚌 Transport: Direct bus from Baoding Bus Station (about 2.5 hours)
🕑 Opening Hours: 7:00-17:00

🍽️ 12:00 Local Farmhouse Restaurant in the Scenic Area
🐟 Recommended dishes: Grilled rainbow trout, stir-fried toon with eggs
💰 Average cost: 50 RMB
🌿 Eating freshly caught fish in the mountains feels like a scene from "The Life I Long For"! Portions are very generous～

🚣 14:00 Juma River Rafting
💰 Ticket: 80 RMB/person
🍁 The gentle river section is perfect for family fun～ Red leaves sway on both banks, making autumn rafting very romantic! The water is a bit cold, so remember to bring a jacket 🧥
🕑 Opening Hours: 13:00-16:00

💤 Recommended Accommodation:
🏨 Home Inn (Yuhua Road Branch)
📍 Address: No. 158 Yuhua West Road, Lianchi District
💰 Average cost: 120 RMB/night

🏺 Day 3: In-depth Cultural Tour
⏰ 9:00 Mancheng Han Tombs
📍 Address: Lingshan Han Tomb Scenic Area, Mancheng District
💰 Ticket: 60 RMB
👑 The site where the gold-threaded jade burial suit was found! Explore the underground palace of the Western Han royal tombs. A must-visit for history lovers, and wearing Hanfu for photos is amazing～
🚌 Transport: Bus 12 direct (about 1 hour)
🕑 Opening Hours: 9:00-16:30

🍽️ 12:00 Lao Lv Tou (Yonghua Branch)
📍 Address: No. 577 South Yonghua Street
🫔 The top donkey meat sandwich in Baoding! Freshly baked sandwich filled with tender and lean donkey meat, crispy to the point of crumbling～ Paired with a bowl of donkey offal soup, it’s delicious!
💰 Average cost: 20 RMB
🕑 Business Hours: 10:30-14:30

🎖️ 14:30 Baoding Military Academy Square
📍 Address: No. 585 Dongfeng East Road, Lianchi District
🍂 The fallen leaves on the plane tree avenue are super romantic～ The memorial hall tells many little-known stories of generals, free to visit!
🚌 Transport: Take bus 18 to Military Academy Square Station
🕑 Opening Hours: Square open all day

🌙 Recommended Accommodation:
🏨 Diangu International Hotel
📍 Address: No. 1888 Chaoyang North Street, High-tech Zone
💰 Average cost: 300 RMB/night
🌃 The rooftop restaurant overlooks the ancient city night view, great value for money!

🌸 Day 4: Slow Autumn Life
⏰ 8:00 Jingxiu Park
📍 Address: Chaoyang North Street, Jingxiu District
🚣 Rowing and admiring ginkgo trees is so pleasant～ A favorite morning exercise spot for Baoding locals. Wearing light-colored clothes makes photos stand out!
🚕 Transport: 10-minute taxi ride
🕑 Opening Hours: 6:00-22:00

🍽️ 11:30 Tongleguan
📍 Address: Opposite the south gate of Jingxiu Park
🍖 Authentic Baoding cuisine! Sweet and sour pork tenderloin, crispy pork knuckle with generous portions, recommended for sharing among 3-4 people～
💰 Average cost: 40 RMB
🕑 Business Hours: 11:00-14:00

💰 Recommended Souvenirs:
🛍️ Huaimao Pickled Vegetables (available in supermarkets)
🍶 Liuling Drunken Wine (Baoding specialty)

💡 Tips:
1️⃣ Big temperature difference in October, remember to bring a light down jacket + sweatshirt
2️⃣ Some parts of Yesanpo are steep, wear non-slip shoes
3️⃣ Eat donkey meat sandwiches while hot!
💰 Total cost: 1000-1500 RMB/person