3 Days 2 Nights Exploring Shijiazhuang, a Nanny-Level Guide to Check in the Stunning Autumn Scenery

October in Shijiazhuang is crisp and refreshing, the perfect season for travel! This 3-day, 2-night nanny-level guide will take you through Shijiazhuang’s beautiful autumn scenery and authentic local cuisine. Save it now～ 💕

🌈 Day 1
⏰ Morning: Longxing Temple, Zhengding
📍 Address: No. 52 Zhongshan East Road, Zhengding County, Shijiazhuang, Hebei Province
✨ Recommended because: Longxing Temple is a landmark of Shijiazhuang. The red walls, yellow tiles, and golden ginkgo leaves in autumn are a perfect match—every snap is a masterpiece! 📸
🚗 Transportation: Taxi or self-driving recommended, navigate to "Longxing Temple, Zhengding," ample parking available
🕘 Opening Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (advance booking recommended)

🍽️ Noon: Wang’s Shaomai
📍 Address: No. 68 Changshan East Road, Zhengding County
🔥 Must-try: Beef Shaomai, Lamb Shaomai (thin skin, generous filling, bursting with juice!)
🕚 Business Hours: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM (go early to avoid queues)

🌆 Afternoon: Zhengding Ancient City Wall
🚶 Distance: 10-minute walk from Longxing Temple
✨ Experience: The city wall is most beautiful at sunset! Golden autumn leaves + ancient walls = 100% photo-worthy 💯

🌙 Evening: Stay overnight in Shijiazhuang city
🏨 Recommended areas: Qiaoxi District / Chang’an District (close to subway)
🍢 Night Market Recommendation: Beiguo Shopping Mall Night Market (20+ snack stalls)

🌈 Day 2
⏰ Morning: Zhaozhou Bridge
📍 Address: South of Zhaozhou Town, Zhaoxian County, Shijiazhuang
🚗 Transportation: Charter or self-drive recommended (1-hour drive)
🕤 Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

🍽️ Noon: Zhaoxian Donkey Meat Fire Cake
📍 Recommended: Lao Wang’s Donkey Meat (Bailin Street, Zhaoxian)
🔥 Must-try: Donkey Meat Fire Cake (crispy outside, tender inside!) + Donkey Meat Soup

🌆 Afternoon: Bailin Zen Temple
📍 Address: No. 23 Shita East Road, Zhaoxian County
🚕 Transportation: 20-minute taxi ride from Zhaozhou Bridge
✨ Highly recommended: Century-old ginkgo trees with golden leaves 🍂, once you visit, you won’t want to leave!

🌈 Day 3
⏰ Morning: Xibaipo Memorial Hall
📍 Address: Xibaipo Town, Pingshan County
🚗 Transportation: Charter or self-drive recommended (1.5-hour drive)
💡 Tip: Wear comfortable shoes, the park area is quite large

🍽️ Noon: Farmhouse Restaurant
Recommended dishes: Stewed native chicken + wild mountain vegetables
Per person: 50-80 RMB

🔥 Practical Tips:
1. October has big temperature differences, bring a jacket + sunscreen
2. For red-themed spots, simple clothing makes better photos
3. Bring some cash, some small shops only accept cash

🌟 This 3-day Shijiazhuang trip lets you feel the weight of history and taste Hebei’s delicious food—definitely worth it! 🤩