Dashu Mountain National Forest Park
Shushan District 4 hrs
Hike up Hefei's highest peak for city views and nature.
Where to stay
Hotels in Hefei
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At a glance
Climate
Temperate
Languages
Mandarin and Hefei Dialect
Local currency
CNY
(CNY)
Local time
(GMT+8)
Ideal trip length
2–4 days
Cost level
2 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Luyang District
Tap water
Bottled water recommended
Tipping
Not customary
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
65 · Moderate
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Luzhou Roast Duck
Hefei Smoked Goose
Li Hongzhang Za Sui
Baohe Tofu
When to visit Hefei
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: April, October
Busiest: Apr-May, Sep-Oct
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Jan40
Cold, often dry
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Feb45
Cold, damp
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Mar60
Cool, warming
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Apr85
Mild, pleasant
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May80
Warm, pleasant
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Jun60
Hot, humid, rainy
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Jul50
Very hot, humid
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Aug55
Hot, humid
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Sept80
Warm, pleasant
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Oct85
Mild, pleasant
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Nov65
Cool, crisp
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Dec45
Cold, often dry
Things to do in Hefei
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
1 place
Best in the afternoon
1 place
Hefei Swan Lake
Shushan District 2 hrs
Enjoy a relaxing stroll or boat ride around the modern city lake.
Best in the evening
1 place
Huaihe Road Pedestrian Street
Luyang District 3 hrs
Shop for local goods and sample street food in the bustling center.
Any time of day
4 places
Baohe Park
Baohe District 2 hrs
Explore the historical park dedicated to Lord Bao.
Anhui Provincial Museum
Shushan District 3 hrs
Discover Anhui's rich history and cultural heritage.
Sanhe Ancient Town
Feixi County (near Hefei) 6 hrs
Wander through a well-preserved ancient water town outside the city.
Xiaoyaojin Park
Luyang District 2 hrs
Visit the site of a famous Three Kingdoms battle and enjoy the park.
Things to book
Tours and activities in Hefei
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
Unstructured tour
Anhui Hefei Xinqiao International Airport
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Unstructured tour
Hefei Xinqiao Airport Chauffeur Service, Hefei Airport Transfer, Pick up
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Unstructured tour
Hefei Xinqiao Airport Chauffeur Service, Transfer, Pickup
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Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Hefei
Straight-line distance from the centre of Hefei.
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