Top 50 Best Things to Do in Hubei
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  • Yellow Crane Towertop_1
    󰺂9.0
    37.69
    Wuhan.Yellow Crane Tower/Wuchang Railway Station>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoYellow Crane Tower Winter Garden Party Begins | Dec 12, 2025-Dec 26, 2025
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱓊Famous cultural landmarks in Chinese history
    󰋄Yangtze River Bridge & 3 towns views
    󱨠Saved by 989 users󱨠50934 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    兜兜小公主兜兜小公主

    The Yellow Crane Tower is a must-see attraction in Wuhan. It's not too crowded on weekdays. I especially enjoy the view of the Yangtze River from the top; it's magnificent and definitely worth a visit.

  • Hubei Provincial Museumtop_2
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    Wuhan.Chuhehan Street/East Lake/Hubei Provincial Museum>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󰀆Enjoy the rich sound of chime bells show
    󱨜Stroll East Lake Scenic Area
    󱨠Saved by 420 users󱨠5352 positive reviews
    4.9/5
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    The museum is free, just need to make a reservation. We arrived an hour before closing time, so it was very rushed, but the advantage was that we didn't have to queue to see the Sword of Goujian, King of Yue; we could just walk in. Unfortunately, we missed the chime bell performance. The gold artifacts of King Liangzhuang were absolutely stunning. We also managed to buy the souvenirs we wanted before closing time!

  • Enshi Grand Canyon Scenic Areatop_3
    󰺂8.1
    92.78
    Enshi City.Enshi Grand Canyon/Luyuanping>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoEnshi Grand Canyon Scenic Area's Winter Wonders: Icefalls on Cliffs and a Sea of Clouds | Nov 2025-Jan 2026
    trip best small logoFeatured in 2026 China 50 - Cool Water Escapes
    Highlights:
    󱨜Karst Museum: Rare 3D Lava Formations
    󱓊488-meter cliff walkway suspended
    󱨠Saved by 436 users󱨠6684 positive reviews
    4.4/5
    D40***63D40***63

    Yunlong Ground Fissure is a rare "U"-shaped fissure in the world. The cliffs on both sides of Yunlong Ground Fissure are basically vertical, and the cross-section forms a "U" shape, which is extremely rare in the world! It is the only fissure in the world formed in different geological eras.

  • Wudang Scenic Spot
    4
    󰺂8.0
    153.08
    Danjiangkou.Wudang Scenic Spot/Wudang Dream>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoWudang Mountain Weekly Free Ticket Giveaway | Nov 1, 2025-Dec 31, 2025
    trip best small logoFeatured in 2026 China 50 - Spring Outings
    Highlights:
    󱓊From base to Golden Summit
    󱨜Thrilling cliffside incense experience
    󱨠Saved by 436 users󱨠8011 positive reviews
    4.5/5
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    Without a cable car, Wudang Mountain is indeed tiring, but I made it! Slowly climbing up the Mingshen Path, my legs were already 30% worn out by the time I reached Chaotian Palace from Nanyan. The First, Second, and Third Heavenly Gates are quite close together. Finally, at 16:07, we reached the Golden Summit Area, only to find that the Taoist priest had locked the Golden Hall before 16:30. We felt incredibly helpless, having barely made it to the top. Thankfully, we were going to stay overnight on the Golden Summit, otherwise it would have been a real shame. I suggest aligning the Golden Summit's closing time with the sunset; for example, since the sunset was at 17:30 these past few days, the Golden Hall could have locked at 17:00, and the Golden Summit area could have closed at 17:25.

  • The Three Gorges Dam Tourism Area
    5
    󰺂8.0
    Yichang.Three Gorges Dam Tourist Area/Sandouping>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoLimited-Time Offer: Three Gorges Maple Viewing Cruise | Nov 2025-Dec 2025
    Highlights:
    󱨜262m-high viewpoint & 185 platform
    󱓊Explore Qu Yuan & Wang Zhaojun
    󱨠Saved by 130 users󱨠4434 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    189***92189***92

    The cruise offered stunning views of the high gorges and tranquil lake, perfect for taking photos. The ship was clean and tidy, and the service was warm and attentive. They even provided complimentary green tea and snacks. It was a very satisfying trip.

  • Two Dams And The Xiling Gorge
    6
    󰺂7.8
    149.6
    Yichang.Wanda Plaza/Three Gorges Visitor Center89.4 km from downtown
    󱨠Saved by 104 users󱨠4809 positive reviews
    4.7/5
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    The "Two Dams and One Gorge" VIP tour is a classic route full of experiences, offering both historical and natural beauty and a glimpse into the nation's industrial prowess. While pricey, it's well worth the cost, hence this detailed review and recommendation. We booked for December 10th, supposedly the last tour of the year, a bus-and-boat experience. A private car picked us up from the hotel, and we met at the Three Gorges Tourist Center before 9:00 AM. There were six of us in total, including the tour guide. The pre-booked Lantu bus was quite crowded, so our guide, Xiao Song, immediately contacted the dispatcher, and a large bus took us directly to the Three Gorges scenic area. After an hour's drive, we transferred to a smaller vehicle where a professional guide led us to the Engineering Museum. We viewed the dam from various locations: looking up at the Dam Closure Memorial Park, looking down from Tanziling, and at 185-degree eye level. The convenient pick-up and drop-off service ensured an efficient visit. Back at the Three Gorges Engineering Hotel, we had lunch. Since there were few of us, we enjoyed a set meal with Hubei cuisine, which was quite good. After lunch, we went to the dock to board the Xiling Gorge Harmony cruise ship. The ship was newly renovated and luxurious. The 4th floor was the VIP area, with fewer people and better views, and we even received a small gift. After a short nap in the cabin, the ship departed at 3 PM. The high gorges gave way to a placid lake, shrouded in mist; sailing through it felt like entering a fairyland. A dozen minutes later, we reached the ship lift, descending vertically 113 meters in about 40 minutes. Our guide, Xiao Liao, explained the engineering details and related knowledge throughout. Only inside the ship lift could one truly appreciate the sheer scale and difficulty of the Three Gorges Project. Around 4 PM, we left the reservoir area and entered the Xiling Gorge. The setting sun cast its golden rays, and the peaks rose majestically. The antique-style buildings of the Three Gorges Family Scenic Area and the vegetation and birds on both banks made one feel as if transported back in time; the bustling ships on the river and the modern residences on land brought one back to the present. Especially around 5:30 PM, the sky was like a palette of colors, a truly breathtaking sight. We had lunch at 6 PM, and half an hour later arrived at the Gezhouba Dam, descending 22 meters through Lock No. 3 in the night lights. Compared to the Three Gorges Dam ship lift, the experience was completely different – ​​one was new, one old, one high, one low, and you could even touch the pebbles on the inner wall of the lock. Around 7 pm, the ship exited the lock and headed towards Yichang city. While Yichang's night view isn't as bustling as Shanghai, Nanjing, Wuhan, or Chongqing, it has its own unique charm and refinement. Standing at the bow, you could see the Fuchun Resort light show on the right bank and a modern cityscape on the left. Of course, the river breeze was quite chilly in December; coming a month earlier would have been much better. We disembarked around 8 pm, saying goodbye to our guide, Xiao Song, and our four companions. The trip lasted 11 hours, long but not tiring. The VIP members enjoyed a full day visiting the Three Gorges Dam scenic area, the Three Gorges Dam ship lift, the afternoon and sunset views of the Xiling Gorge, the distant view of the Three Gorges Family Scenic Area, the Gezhouba Dam ship lock, and the night view of Yichang city, perfectly connecting Yichang's core attractions with a diverse and captivating array of sights. Enjoy VIP transportation and cruise service, along with the warm and professional service of three tour guides. Lunch, dinner, and snacks/gifts are also included – a truly generous offer. I've written so much to record these wonderful memories and also to provide a reference for those who are undecided or unfamiliar with the concept. If you can accept the relatively high price of the VIP package, desire a comfortable and relaxed trip, and are interested in the Three Gorges Dam and natural landscapes, then it's definitely worth a five-star recommendation.

  • East Lake Scenic Area
    7
    󰺂7.8
    Wuhan.Wuhan Railway Station/Qingshan Industrial Zone>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoWuhan Bus Route 402 East Lake Scenic Area Tour
    trip best small logoAchieved a 2-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱓊Cherry blossom (spring) & maple (fall)
    󱓊Abandoned factory becomes kaleidoscope
    󱨠Saved by 456 users󱨠4529 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    M25***27M25***27

    The driver was very enthusiastic and attentive during the tour, patiently explaining things to us and acting as both guide and photographer. It would have been even better if he could have been punctual. I'll contact you again if I don't have any friends coming next time.

  • Shennongjia Tourism Area
    8
    󰺂7.7
    34.1
    Shennongjia>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoShennongjia Birds Music Festival Begins
    trip best small logoFeatured in 2026 China 50 - Cool Water Escapes
    Highlights:
    360° panoramic sea of clouds
    󱓊Golden snub-nosed monkeys' habitat
    󱨠3728 positive reviews
    4.6/5
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    I visited Shennongjia in December. Although it was the off-season and the scenery wasn't as stunning as in autumn and summer, I must say the Shennongjia Scenic Area was truly excellent. A 5-day, 6-attraction combo ticket for only 150 yuan was incredibly reasonable. The accommodations at Muyu and Dajiuhu were both good. The road to Shenlongding was icy and snowy, so I bought snow chains for the first time. I visited Shenlongtan, Guanmenshan, and Dajiuhu once each, but I visited Shenlongding three times because… it was simply too beautiful.

  • Tribe of the Three Gorges
    9
    󰺂7.7
    115.97
    Yichang.Three Gorges Family/Xiling Gorge>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 2 of Family-friendly Attractions in Hubei
    Highlights:
    󱨜Cliff views & stunning scenery
    󰀆Sunrise & sunset panoramic view
    󱨠Saved by 142 users󱨠7222 positive reviews
    4.5/5
    159***17159***17

    Yichang is definitely a hidden gem of a tourist city in Hubei. During the May Day holiday, a road trip along the G348 Three Gorges Geological Highway offered breathtaking scenery all the way. The Three Gorges Family Scenic Area is an absolute must-see, with its magnificent gorges, clear waters, and the unique Tujia ethnic minority performances of the traditional wedding lament and boat tracker demonstrations. These live performances set against the backdrop of the mountains and rivers create a truly immersive experience! Highly recommended! 👍

  • Pingshan Grand Canyon
    10
    󰺂7.5
    121.89
    Hefeng>100 km from downtown
    󱨠Saved by 526 users󱨠1780 positive reviews
    4.3/5
    M29***46M29***46

    It's a highlight of Enshi tourism, but unfortunately the journey is too long. It takes 6 hours to travel to and from Enshi city by bus, and 3 hours to visit the scenic spot. The entrance fee is also expensive, so it's not cost-effective unless you have a special fondness for that small boat.

Best things to do in Hubei (2025)

Looking for the ultimate experiences in Hubei? From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, Hubei offers an exceptional collection of activities and attractions that cater to every type of traveler.

Whether you’re here for sightseeing, adventure, or cultural exploration, these top-rated activities promise unforgettable memories.

Top-rated things to do in Hubei

If you want to make the most of your trip, these activities deliver the full Hubei experience. Expect popular attractions, unique local experiences, and must-see spots that capture the essence of the city.

Yellow Crane Tower

• Wuhan.Yellow Crane Tower/Wuchang Railway Station | >100 km from downtown

• : Famous cultural landmarks in Chinese history,Yangtze River Bridge & 3 towns views

Hubei Provincial Museum

• Wuhan.Chuhehan Street/East Lake/Hubei Provincial Museum | >100 km from downtown

• : Enjoy the rich sound of chime bells show,Stroll East Lake Scenic Area

Enshi Grand Canyon Scenic Area

• Enshi City.Enshi Grand Canyon/Luyuanping | >100 km from downtown

• : Karst Museum: Rare 3D Lava Formations,488-meter cliff walkway suspended

Things to do for unique experiences

These activities provide memorable experiences beyond the ordinary. Enjoy cultural tours, adventure sports, guided excursions, and immersive local experiences designed for all interests.

Things to do near Hubei

If you want to explore attractions just outside Hubei, there are plenty of activities that combine scenic surroundings with convenient access to the city, perfect for day trips or short excursions.

Each of these activities offers a unique escape within 1–3 hours of Hubei, ideal for travelers who want to combine sightseeing with local experiences.

What makes things to do in Hubei special

• Iconic landmarks: Visit must-see sights that define the city.
• Local experiences: Engage in culture, crafts, and unique activities.
• Accessible adventures: Easily reachable attractions for all travelers.
• Diverse options: From relaxing experiences to adventurous outings.

Tips for booking things to do in Hubei

1. Plan ahead for popular attractions to avoid long queues.
2. Book early for guided tours or seasonal events.
3. Compare prices and packages on Trip.com for exclusive deals and bundled experiences.
4. Consider weekday visits for a quieter and more personalized experience.

Experience the best things to do in Hubei

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What Best Things to Do are there in Hubei?
These are all Best Things to Do in Hubei:Yellow Crane Tower, Hubei Provincial Museum, Enshi Grand Canyon Scenic Area, Wudang Scenic Spot, The Three Gorges Dam Tourism Area
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Hubei?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Hubei include:Yellow Crane Tower:4.6, Hubei Provincial Museum:4.9, Enshi Grand Canyon Scenic Area:4.4, Wudang Scenic Spot:4.5, The Three Gorges Dam Tourism Area:4.6
At what locations in Hubei can Best Things to Do in Hubei be found?
The Best Things to Do in Hubei are mainly located in:Yellow Crane Tower:Wuhan, Hubei Provincial Museum:Wuhan, Enshi Grand Canyon Scenic Area:Enshi City, Wudang Scenic Spot:Danjiangkou, The Three Gorges Dam Tourism Area:Yichang
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