What to Do in Changsha in 7 Days? Travel Guide and Tips

Day 1 | Morning

Colorful World

Opening Hours: Open from 11/15-12/16,9:00am-6:30pm

Ticket Price: 200 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1 Days

Location: No. 485, Sanyi Avenue, Kaifu District, Changsha City

Colorful World is a theme park displaying the world's famous landscapes. There are replicas of architectural wonders around the world in different proportions, such as the German Neuschwanstein Castle and the Egyptian Lighthouse of Alexandria. You can also watch exotic performances on "International Street". Friends looking for excitement can also enjoy fun rides such as Flying Skywheel, Crazy Motorcycles, and the Triple-Loop Roller Coaster.

Reviews from Real Guests:

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Day 1 | Afternoon

Now we come to another great highlight in the city: Shiyan Lake.

Shiyan Lake

Opening Hours: Open from 1/1-12/31,8:30am-5:00pm;Open from 1/1-12/31,5:00pm-9:30pm

Ticket Price: 160 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 4-5 Hours

Location: Shiyan Lake, Tiaoma Village, Changsha County, Changsha City

Shiyan Lake is a ecological park located in the suburbs of Changsha. It is ideal for city residents who want to take a vacation. The park contains various ecological attractions such as a water world, an equestrian club, a paintball club, an artificial beach, a team-building training base, and a Shiyan Lake Wildlife Zoo and Botanical Garden. Dragon boat contest is one of the unique offerings of Shiyan Lake. It is worth checking out. The park also has entertainment programs like karting, horse riding, bumper cars and tour boats, very suitable for family trips.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Asuming Samuel: this place is very clean and people working there are very friendly

Khurram Tahir: beautiful lake , scenery and view love

Day 1 | Evening

If you want to explore other popular attractions later, Dajia Xiaoyuan Guesthouse is a suitable place for you to stay and refresh.

Dajia Xiaoyuan Guesthouse

Opened in 2020, the Dajia Xiaoyuan Guesthouse is a great accommodation choice in Changsha.

The hotel is 20km from Changsha South Railway Station and 40km from Changsha Huanghua International Airport. Guests will find 萬福萬壽塔, 石燕湖逸景沖浪水上運動中心 and Shiyan Mountain Villa just a short distance from the hotel.

At the end of a busy day, travelers can unwind and relax in the hotel or go out and enjoy the city. Guests of this Changsha hotel can make use of the parking facilities.

Guests tell us the location of this hotel is fantastic.

Day 2 | Morning

Changsha Ecological Zoo

Opening Hours: Open from 9:00am-5:00pm;Open from 9:00am-5:30pm during Chinese public holidays

Ticket Price: 40 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-4 Hours

Location: Xihu Village, Muyun Town, Changsha County, Tianxin District, Changsha City (Furong South Road)

Changsha Ecological Zoo's predecessor was Changsha Zoo. It is located in Changsha's Tianxin District. The zoo rears and displays many rare wild animals. Among these are plenty of large predators, as well as amphibious animals, such as birds, turtles and tortoises, snakes, and frogs. In addition to these there are a number of animals from the tropical oceans for you to appreciate.

Day 2 | Afternoon

Tianxin Pavilion nearby is the top choice before you leave Changsha Ecological Zoo and hit the road.

Tianxin Pavilion

Opening Hours: Open from 1/1-12/31(Summer Time),7:30am-5:30pm;Open from 1/1-12/31(Winter Time),7:30am-5:00pm

Ticket Price: 32 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: No. 17 Tianxin Road, Tianxin District, Changsha City

Tianxin Pavilion is a tower located in Tianxin Park of Changsha City. It has a rich, ancient charm surrounded by the only remaining ancient city wall in Changsha. Located near Tianxin Pavilion is an archway called "Chong Lie Men", built in 1946 in commemoration of the KMT soldiers who died in the three conferences of Changsha during the Anti-Japanese War. The words "Chong Lie Men" was inscribed by Chiang Kai-Shek himself. Tianxin Pavilion is not far from the Shuji Museum, which can be visited in the same trip.

Day 2 | Evening

If you want to explore other popular attractions later, Wyndham Grand Plaza Royale Furongguo Changsha is a suitable place for you to stay and refresh.

Wyndham Grand Plaza Royale Furongguo Changsha

The Wyndham Grand Plaza Royale Furongguo Changsha (Furongguo Wendemuzhizhun Haoting Dajiudian) is a lavish five-star hotel conveniently located in central Changsha, offering guests luxurious accommodation and comprehensive MICE services.

The 316 rooms and suites of this Changsha hotel have high-speed Internet access as well as a refrigerator and mini-bar. The hotel also provides 24-hour room service.

The hotel's Cafe Royale, serving a variety of international cuisines all day long, boasts the largest open kitchen in Changsha. Guests can also gather to enjoy drinks at the Lobby Lounge. The Fu Chinese Restaurant, serving Xiang and Cantonese cuisines, offers patrons a grand dining experience in its 500 sq m dining hall.

The Wyndham Grand Plaze Royale offers more than 2,400 sq m of meeting and bankquet space, ensuring that business travelers can find a suitable choice for their needs among the hotel's 12 event venues. The hotel's largest facility, the Plaza Royal Grand Ballroom, can accommodate up to 600 people, while the business center provides guests with the services they require to hold a successful event.

The hotel's fully-equipped fitness center provides a gym, yoga studio and indoor heated swimming pool. Guests seeking total relaxation can enjoy world-class spa treatment from the Dikara Spa.

Day 3 | Morning

Changsha Sea World

Opening Hours: Open from 3/1-8/19(Summer Time),8:30am-6:30pm;Open from 8/20-2/28(Winter Time),9:00am-5:30pm

Ticket Price: 150 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 3-4 Hours

Location: 501 Sanyi Avenue, Kaifu District, Changsha City

Changsha Sea World is located in Kaifu District, Changsha City. It is comprises an aquarium, a polar animal museum, a science and education hall, a water park, a children's playground and other areas. The whole seabed world is not very large, and the areas are not very far apart. Visitors can easily enjoy the scenic spots on foot. The long underwater tunnel in the aquarium is a popular attraction. You can watch a variety of marine life at close range. It feels as if you have stepped into the depths of the ocean. The water park and a children’s playground are also great places for children to play in.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: this place is so cool, I liked watching different kinds of fish and I enjoyed the dance of dolphins and how smart they are

AmanGB: Featuring aquatic Animals All of the world except Africa. really loved the show with the dolphins.

Day 3 | Afternoon

Now we come to another great highlight in the city: HBtown.

HBtown

Opening Hours: Open from 1/1-11/30,9:30am-9:00pm;Open from 12/1-12/16,9:30am-8:00pm;Open from 12/17-12/23,9:30am-9:00pm;Open from 12/24-12/26,9:30am-10:00pm;Open from 12/27-12/30,9:30am-8:00pm;Open from 12/31-12/31,9:30am-0:30am;Open from 1/1-1/3,Mon,Sat-Sun,9:30am-9:00pm

Ticket Price: 87 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 4-6 Hours

Location: No. 6 Xingguang Road, Pingtang Street, Yuelu District, Changsha City, Hunan ProvinceNo. 6 Xingguang Road, Pingtang Street, Yuelu District, Changsha City, Hunan Province

Huayi Brothers (Changsha) Movie Town is located in Dawangshan Tourist Resort Center, Xiangjiang New District, Changsha. It is an Italian town built in the first phase of the project. It consists of Venice, a water city and Assisi, a mountain city. It combines the scenes of Huayi movies and integrates into the city of an Italian town. Features and architectural style, the buildings and roads in the area are mainly arranged linearly, and the existing natural terrain is planned to reshape the mountainous geographical environment of the base, thereby creating a classic Italian town style, combined with Italian local characteristics of catering, Handicrafts, tourist goods and traditional handicraft workshops create an interactive experiential format with pure Italian style.

Reviews from Real Guests:

SarainChina: While in Changsha, you cannot miss on this Movie town copying Italian architecture. The entrance was 100 yuan a bit expensive but worth every penny. I was super lucky to watch the fireworks there.

Trip.com User: I liked this place, it looks like Italy. omg I lied to my friends that I traveled to Italy 😂, I liked feeding the ducks. i will surely visit again. and this place is friendly to foreigners

Day 3 | Evening

Looking for a bed nearby after finishing your journey at HBtown? Langham Place Changsha Dawang Mountain is one of your top choices.

Langham Place Changsha Dawang Mountain

Opened in 2021, the Langham Place Changsha Dawang Mountain is a great accommodation choice in Changsha.

Xiangtan North Railway Station is located approximately 17km away while Changsha Huanghua International Airport is 44km away. With multiple attractions nearby including Xiangjiang Happy City, Happy Water Village, Xiangjiang Funny Park and HBtown, guests will find plenty to keep themselves occupied.

This hotel makes a great place to kick back and relax after a long day of sightseeing. This Changsha hotel offers parking on site.

When it comes to Changsha hotels, the Langham Place Changsha Dawang Mountain is highly regarded for its excellent facilities. This hotel is particularly popular with those traveling with families.

Day 4 | Morning

Jinggang Ancient Town

Opening Hours: 8:00-17:30

Ticket Price: 65 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1 Days

Location: Jinggang Ancient Town, Wangcheng County, Changsha City

Jinggang Ancient Town is located in Wangcheng County and has a long and rich history. A stroll along the ancient streets of the village, covered with blue stone slabs, treats visitors to a view of beautiful houses and shops built in the late Qing style. You can even watch artisans as they practice their ancient traditional crafts like iron smithing and scale making in small mills and workshops. It is also the place where the Jinggang water battle occurred, where Zeng Guofan's Xiang Army faced off with the Taiping Army . It is a must-see for history buffs.

Day 4 | Afternoon

Having the chance to enjoy the charming Jinggang Ancient Town, Heimi Peak Forest Park next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!

Heimi Peak Forest Park

Opening Hours: 7:00-19:00

Ticket Price: 27 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-4 Hours

Location: Qiaoyi Town, Wangcheng District, Changsha City

Heimi Peak Forest Park is a provincial-level park in the suburbs of Changsha. It features beautiful scenery and a temperate climate. Visitors often refer to it as an “urban oxygen bar”. Visitors can go mountain climbing, enjoy the sunrise and sunset, or simply take in the breathtaking mountain views. The Blackbird Ancient Temple on top of the mountain has been around for more than 1200 years and always carries a thick scent of incense.

Day 4 | Evening

Don’t forget to book Meixi Lake Hotel, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Changsha in advance, because all the tourists head to Heimi Peak Forest Park love staying at it.

Meixi Lake Hotel, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Changsha

The Meixi Lake Hotel, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Changsha is an ideal spot for travelers wanting to discover the city. Visitors to Changsha will find that the Meixi Lake Hotel, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Changsha is a fantastic accommodation choice.

The hotel is conveniently located just 13km from Changsha Railway Station and 38km from Changsha Huanghua International Airport. The closest major public transportation, Cultural And Arts Center Metro Station, is only 700m away. Guests will find Meixihu Guoji Wenhua Yishu Zhongxin Da Theater, Yinxing Park and Festival Island just a short distance from the hotel.

When guests have some time on their hands they can make use of the onsite facilities. This Changsha hotel offers parking on site.

According to our trusted guests, the facilities at this hotel are first-rate. For guests traveling on business, this hotel is consistently one of the most popular choices.

Day 5 | Morning

Orange Island

Opening Hours: Open all day

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 3-5 Hours

Location: Orange Island Beach Park, Yuelu District, Changsha City

Orange Island is a long and narrow island in the Xiang Jiang River. It is the world's longest inland river island and also one of Changsha's most famous attractions. The island has dense trees, a large orange garden, a huge Mao Zedong Statue, and other cultural galleries. During his youth days, Mao Zedong spent a lot of time walking along the beaches, sunbathing and swimming at the island. He even wrote a poem about the island. During major festivals, there will be fireworks display available here, treating visitors to a visual feast.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: First time to Changsha, check the Raiders, many comments to Changsha will go to Orange Island, in the mindset of this tour, but to this attraction, it is really the right choice, first of all, it is a straight line to the subway station to the , and then to the scenery of Xiangjiang, take the battery car, blowing cool breeze, The mood is really bright, follow the instructions to the young stone statue of Chairman Mao, very surprised ～～ ghost axes, very attractive, finally walk the Xiangjiang River, sit on the pavilion, so end the happy trip

MaxS: The hugest area for exploration in Changsha! This is endless park with different types of trees and grass. And... of course, there is yong Mao stature located behind the museum. I've spent about five hours there. This hand made island is in a middle of river. Named orange because of colour of the stones and sand when it was looking like a piece of dead ground in the river before it became a beautiful land!

Day 5 | Afternoon

After finishing the tour at Orange Island, you can head to Yuelu Mountain, the most worth visiting place around the corner.

Yuelu Mountain

Opening Hours: Open from 7:00am-10:00pm

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1 Days

Location: Changsha Yuelu Mountain Scenic Area

Yuelu Mountain, located on the west bank of Xiangjiang River, is a famous scenic spot in Changsha. There are many historical sites, such as the famous Yuelu Academy, the Love Night Pavilion, and many cemeteries of revolutionary martyrs. Trees flourish on the mountain, and most of them are old ones. The local citizens like to climb the mountain and take a walk. This is also a great place to enjoy the red leaves in autumn.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: Beautiful scenery, the scenic cable car is especially beautiful to watch Changsha, the shuttle bus is convenient to go up and down the mountain, it is recommended

Trip.com User: A place with low mountains and forests, but a visitable attraction, you can go to the maple leaf at this time, great

Day 5 | Evening

After visiting the glorious Yuelu Mountain, World Hotels nearby is the best place to stay.

World Hotels

The World Hotels provides a great place for travelers to relax after a busy day. The World Hotels offers a pleasant stay in Changsha for those traveling for business or leisure.

With Changsha Railway Station just 10km away and Changsha Huanghua International Airport only 34km away, transportation is very convenient. In addition, Baigeju Metro Station is just a short walk away. With 向日葵美術館, Yingcaiyuan-Shequ Park and 郡原游泳館 all within a short distance, there is no shortage of things to do in the area.

When guests have some time on their hands they can make use of the onsite facilities. Guests of this Changsha hotel can make use of the parking facilities.

According to our guests, this hotel provides a very high level of service. Perfect for those working on the move, this hotel caters to a large number of business guests.

Day 6 | Morning

Yuelu Academy

Opening Hours: Open from 5/1-10/31,7:30am-6:00pm;Open from 11/1-4/30,8:00am-5:30pm

Ticket Price: 40 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: Lushan Road, Yuelu District, Changsha City (in Hunan University)

Yuelu Academy is one of the four famous academies in Chinese history. It is located at the foot of Yuelu Mountain on the west bank of Changsha, Hunan. The academy has a history of over a thousand years. Zhu Xi, a Chinese philosopher, politician, and writer of the Song dynasty had taught here. Zeng Guofan, a Chinese statesman, military general, and Confucian scholar of the late Qing dynasty and Zuo Zongtang, a Chinese statesman and military leader of the late Qing dynastyhad studied here. Yuelu Academy is famous for its inventory of numerous monuments and antiques, including the works of the famous calligrapher Li Yong.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: Yuelu Academy has a beautiful natural scenery that calms the mind. Perfectly maintained, and a breathe of fresh air. It holds a historical history and a must place to visit when in Changsha.

Day 6 | Afternoon

Having the chance to enjoy the charming Yuelu Academy, Parkland next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!

Parkland

Opening Hours: Open on Tue-Sun,9:00am-5:00pm

Ticket Price: 200 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1 Days

Location: North End of Leifeng Avenue, Wangcheng District, Changsha City (Qiaokou Ancient Town, Wangcheng District)

Parkland is an area that is composed of many different things. It’s an amusement park that comes equipped with a hotel, water-park, ancient town, water town and animal kingdom. It also has a special parent-child experience. This place can make anybody’s fantasies come true. The reason is that there is something for everyone. It is mysterious, thrilling and naughty. If you get hungry you will be able to find specialty foods. There is also Guzhen Commercial Street, KTV and coffee. You will also be able to visit a museum there. Parkland will allow you to feel very comfortable and enjoy the journey you will embark on there.

Day 6 | Evening

Don’t forget to book GerLaiman Hotel in advance, because all the tourists head to Parkland love staying at it.

GerLaiman Hotel

The GerLaiman Hotel is a great choice for guests looking for accommodation in Changsha, having been recently opened in 2021.

From the hotel, Wangcheng West Railway Station is approximately 26km away. Traveling to and from the railway station is easy with Wangcheng West Railway Station located approximately 26km away. This hotel is located near many of Changsha's attractions including Chuheyuan Nonggeng Culture Exhibition hall, Taocheng Former Residence and Hongtai House.

After a long day of sightseeing, guests can retire to the comfort of the hotel. This Changsha hotel features parking on site.

There's never a dull moment at this hotel, our guests indicate that the facilities are excellent.

Day 7

Oceanus Marine Park

Opening Hours: Open from 9:00am-5:30pm

Ticket Price: 50 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-1 Days

Location: Sea Cube Ocean Park at the intersection of Guitang River and Mulian East Road, Yuhua District, Changsha City

The Oceanus Marine Park features a variety of marine exhibits, marine education, scientists' professional experiences and a marine classroom. The museum consists of several sections with different themes, where visitors can see penguins, arctic foxes, and other arctic animals. Other marine animals that call the park home include dolphins and performing sea lions. There are even a number of interactive activities, like bottle-feeding fish, feeding turtles and seals and more.

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