3 Days 2 Nights Exploring Handan, Discovering the Ancient City’s Secrets

Handan, a treasure ancient city with a history of three thousand years! In the autumn breeze of October, every brick and tile tells an ancient story💫 This carefully planned 3-day 2-night itinerary will immerse you in Handan’s culture and cuisine!

👇🏻【Itinerary】

DAY 1️⃣ Cultural Exploration
⏰ 9:00-12:00
📍 Handan Museum (No. 7 Renmin East Road, Congtai District, Handan)
✨ Must-see: Warring States Artifacts Exhibition
🎫 Ticket: 20 RMB
🚌 Transport: Bus routes 1/3 direct access
💡 Tips: Closed on Mondays, renting an audio guide is recommended

🍜 12:30-14:00
🔥 Handan Ma’s Lamb Soup (No. 52 Congtai Road, Congtai District)
😋 Must order: Lamb soup + baked flatbread set
💰 Per person: 25 RMB
🚶 10-minute walk

🌳 14:30-18:00
📍 Congtai Park (No. 33 Congtai Road, Congtai District, Handan)
📸 Best photo spot: Climb the platform for a city view
🎫 Ticket: Free
🚕 15-minute taxi ride

🌃 18:30-21:30
🔥 Handan Night Market (Heping Road Night Market, Hanshan District)
✨ Recommended: Jianbing Guozi (Chinese crepes), fried skewers
💰 Per person: 30 RMB
🚶 20-minute walk

DAY 2️⃣ Ancient Charm Tour
⏰ 8:00-11:30
📍 Wa Huang Palace (Wa Huang Palace Scenic Area, She County, Handan)
✨ Must experience: Taoist sacred site for fortune sticks
🎫 Ticket: 60 RMB
🚗 Private car: 200 RMB/day

🍴 12:00-13:30
🌿 Wa Huang Palace Vegetarian Restaurant (inside the scenic area)
😋 Must order: Vegetarian dumplings + tofu soup
💰 Per person: 35 RMB

🏯 14:00-18:00
📍 Guangfu Ancient City (Guangfu Town, Yongnian County)
📸 Best check-in spot: Ancient city wall at sunset
🎫 Ticket: 50 RMB
🚗 40-minute drive

DAY 3️⃣ Leisure and Shopping
⏰ 9:00-11:30
📍 Handan Botanical Garden (No. 288 Quanhang Road, Congtai District, Handan)
🌼 Must see: Chrysanthemum exhibition
🎫 Ticket: 15 RMB
🚌 Bus routes 5/7 direct access

🍜 12:00-13:30
🌟 Handan Old Noodle House (No. 88 Guangming Street, Congtai District)
😋 Signature dishes: Hand-pulled noodles, knife-cut noodles
💰 Per person: 20 RMB

🛍️ 14:00-17:00
📍 New Century Shopping Center (No. 99 Renmin Road, Congtai District, Handan)
✨ Must buy: Handan ceramics, paper cuttings

🚖 18:00 Return trip

💡【Useful Tips】
1️⃣ October has big temperature differences between morning and evening, bring a jacket!
2️⃣ Some attractions require advance booking, plan your trip 3 days ahead
3️⃣ A budget of 800-1000 RMB per person for 3 days 2 nights is enough for a great time
4️⃣ Remember to bring a power bank, rental costs at scenic spots are high

🤩 This Handan trip was totally worth it! Checked in at historical sites, tasted all the local specialties, save this guide and go straight next time! Feel free to ask me anytime if you have questions~