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So much fun! Kaifeng 2-Day 1-Night Hanfu Adventure Plan

Kaifeng is perfect for a weekend getaway! 🚄 Direct high-speed rail access, wallet-friendly prices, and culture everywhere—stroll, eat, and take stunning photos in Hanfu for an unforgettable time! 💃 After much trial and error, I’ve curated this ultimate 2-day 1-night itinerary—guaranteed to be foolproof. Save it now! 👇 💥【Kaifeng 2-Day 1-Night Hanfu Adventure Guide】⚡️Follow this and you won’t go wrong! 🚗 Transportation Tips: Zhengzhou East → Songcheng Road Station (0.5h by high-speed rail, tons of departures!) Getting around the city is easy by taxi or shared e-bikes. (Money-saving tip: Shared e-bikes are better for short distances!) 📍 Day 1: Time Travel to the Song Dynasty 🏮9:00-12:00 Millennium City Park (opens at 8:30) ▫️ A 1:1 replica of the "Along the River During the Qingming Festival" painting—Hong Bridge, Shangshan Gate, entertainment districts... Step right into the Northern Song Dynasty! 🌟 Must-see performances: "Yue Fei Defeats Xiao Liangwang" (epic🔥) and "The Wang Family’s Daughter’s Marriage" (hilarious audience interaction) 📸 Best photo spots: Overhead shot on Hong Bridge, in front of Sun Yang Zheng Restaurant, and the lantern wall! (Hanfu rentals available inside) 💰 Ticket: 120 RMB (performances included!) 🍜12:00-14:00 Lunch at Tokyo Food Street Enjoy street performances while you eat! Must-tries: • Soup Dumplings (sip the broth first! 18 RMB/basket) • Carp with Noodles (Kaifeng specialty, 88 RMB) • Fried Liangfen (10 RMB/serving) Just 40+ RMB per person for a feast! 🏮14:30-17:00 Daxiangguo Temple Where Lu Zhishen uprooted a willow tree! 🎋 • Feed the chubby pigeons (corn 5 RMB/bag, super therapeutic) • Don’t miss the Buddhist bell—cleanses the soul~ 💰 Ticket: 40 RMB (2 hours recommended) 🌙18:00-21:00 Gulou Night Market (starts at 17:30) Must-eat list🔥: 1️⃣ Wang’s Fried Liangfen (10 RMB, look for the longest queue) 2️⃣ Xing’s Potstickers (20 RMB/serving, juice explosion warning⚠️) 3️⃣ Xingshengde Spicy Peanuts (15 RMB/bag, perfect with drinks) 4️⃣ Almond Tea + Rose Jelly (8 RMB, find the auntie in a white hat) 📍 Day 2: Ancient Explorations & Leisurely Vibes 🏯9:00-11:00 Kaifeng Prefecture (don’t miss the opening ceremony!) The courtroom where "Judge Bao" worked—the execution blades are jaw-dropping! ⚡️ 💰 Ticket: 65 RMB (snap a pic of the performance schedule!) 🥘11:30-13:00 Simen Muslim Street (locals’ favorite) • Four-Ingredient Soup (12 RMB, mind-blowingly delicious😋) • Barrel Chicken (half for 30 RMB, crispy skin, tender meat) 🌅14:00-17:00 West Lake Hanfu Photoshoot Escape the crowds and score ancient-style masterpieces! 📸 Hidden gems: • Lakeside boardwalk (sunset is magical🌇) • Song-style architecture (perfect with Hanfu) ➕ Sip chrysanthemum tea at a lakeside teahouse (28 RMB/pot)—this is the life~ 🎪【Hotel Pick】Qianna Coffee (West Lake Branch) Why the hype? Personal experience—it’s amazing! 1️⃣ Prime location: 5-minute walk to West Lake, 20-minute drive to major attractions🚗 2️⃣ Just 100+ RMB per person with breakfast! Smart rooms with Xiaodu AI—unbeatable value💥 3️⃣ Song Dynasty aesthetic, ultra-photogenic! ⚠️ 【Pro Tips from Bloody Lessons】 📌 Must-see: "Dream of the Song Dynasty" live show (in Millennium City Park)—book Zone A tickets early! 📌 Wear soft-soled shoes! Kaifeng’s attractions are all cobblestone paths🆘 📌 Book Hanfu photoshoots 3 days in advance—West Lake studios are super popular! 📌 For souvenirs: Xingshengde peanuts + Bai’s peanut cakes (find them at Gulou Night Market)
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Posted: Jul 27, 2025
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