Bengbu | Visiting in the off-season during July and August is truly delightful, fewer people and beautiful scenery

Hey guys😎, summer in Bengbu is an absolute treasure! The average temperature in July and August is 25℃-30℃, with bright sunshine and gentle breezes. The best part is fewer crowds and stunning views, so no need to fight for photo spots! Here you'll find millennia-old historical sites, mountains, rivers, and lakes, plus plenty of understated delicious food. Quickly save this guide to explore Bengbu with ease💕

➤【About Bengbu】

Bengbu is located in northern Anhui and is known as the "Pearl City" as well as a city rich in history and culture. Here, mountains and waters blend beautifully, featuring the scenic Mount Tu and the majestic Huai River, along with many ancient streets and cultural relics. Visiting in summer feels like stepping into a landscape painting—lively and fun🌳

➤【Highlights】

❶ Mountains, rivers, and lakes: Mount Tu + Huai River, breathtaking natural scenery with lush greenery in summer🌿⛰️

❷ Fewer crowds and tranquility: fewer tourists in summer, no crowding, every photo looks like a masterpiece📸

❸ Cultural heritage: ancient city, pearl culture, the legend of Yu the Great controlling the floods—culture lovers will be thrilled

➤【Recommended Attractions】

❶ Mount Tu

💰Ticket: 50 RMB

⏰Opening hours: 8:00-17:30

Mount Tu is the "green lung" of Bengbu, lush and verdant in summer. It’s also the site of the legend of Yu the Great controlling the floods. Hiking here and breathing fresh air is super refreshing!😃

❷ Bengbu Ancient Residential Area Expo Park

💰Ticket: Free (some attractions charge fees)

⏰Opening hours: All day

One of Anhui’s best-preserved ancient residential areas, full of historical traces in its old buildings and streets. Perfect for an evening stroll😘

❸ Longzihu Lake

💰Ticket: Free

⏰Opening hours: All day

Known as the "Pearl of Northern Anhui," the lake sparkles in summer. You can take a boat ride and enjoy freshly caught lake delicacies!😋

❹ Bengbu Museum

💰Ticket: Free

⏰Opening hours: 9:00-17:00 (closed on Mondays)

A must-visit to understand Bengbu! From Yu the Great’s culture to the history of pearl making, you’ll leave feeling cultured😎

❺ Zhanggongshan Park

💰Ticket: Free

⏰Opening hours: All day

The city park locals love most. In July, lotus flowers bloom, making it perfect for picnics, boating, and photography all in one place!🥰

🏖【Bengbu Itinerary】

Day 1 Arrive in Bengbu🚗→Mount Tu→Bengbu Ancient Residential Area Expo Park (night tour)

Day 2 Longzihu Lake→Bengbu Museum→Zhanggongshan Park

Day 3 Pearl Culture Park→Return trip

➤【Best Time to Visit】

July to August

Summer is neither too hot nor too cold, Mount Tu is lush green, lotus flowers bloom at Longzihu Lake, and accommodation is affordable!

➤【Food】

❶ Bengbu Shaobing (baked flatbread): crispy and delicious, perfect with porridge!🥐

❷ Mount Tu Tofu: intangible cultural heritage tofu, so tender it melts in your mouth🍲

❸ Longzihu Water Caltrop: fresh, tender, and sweet, perfect with tea

❹ Bengbu Hemp Cake: a thousand-year-old pastry, crispy and not greasy🍪

➤【Accommodation】

❶ Star-rated hotel: Crowne Plaza Bengbu, convenient location🏨

❷ Ancient city homestay: inside Bengbu Ancient Residential Area Expo Park, around 100 RMB per person, great for ancient-style photos🏠

❸ Lakeside farmhouse: near Longzihu Lake, open the window to lake views🌊

🚂【Transportation Guide】

✈️ Flight: Hefei Xinqiao Airport → transfer to high-speed train to Bengbu (40 minutes)

🚆 High-speed train: Bengbu South Station, direct connections to many cities

🚗 Self-driving: 1 hour from Hefei, parking is convenient

➤【Tips】

❶ Occasional rain in summer, remember to bring an umbrella☔

❷ Mount Tu has many steps, wear comfortable shoes👟

❸ When eating shaobing, remember to have it with porridge, the local soul way to eat🥣

❹ You can rent Hanfu costumes for photos at Bengbu Ancient Residential Area Expo Park, 30 RMB/hour

❺ Pearl Culture Park offers DIY pearl jewelry making, a must-play for families with kids artisan