Gu'an County Travel

Gu'an County, Langfang City, Hebei Province - known as the "Pearl of Southern Beijing", is located in the golden triangle of Beijing, Tianjin and Xiong'an. It integrates ecological parks, hot spring resorts and historical culture, combining modern leisure with traditional charm. A 2-day 1-night in-depth tour unlocks the slow life in southern Beijing and appreciates the unique style of the "First City in Southern Beijing at the Foot of the Emperor".

5+
Ecological Theme Parks
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3A-level Hot Spring Scenic Area
8+
Core Attractions
12+
Specialty Foods
Peacock City Great Lake Park, Gu'an County, Langfang City
Peacock City Great Lake Park - Urban Living Room of Southern Beijing
A landmark urban park in Gu'an County, centered on a large lake area, equipped with European-style buildings, musical fountains and a lake-circling trail. It is a modern urban leisure landmark integrating leisure, sightseeing and socializing.

2-Day 1-Night Leisure Trip to Gu'an County in Southern Beijing

Enjoy urban leisure at Great Lake Park, experience vitality at Ecological Sports Park, taste historical charm at cultural and museum venues, and unlock the fun of ecological and hot spring resorts in southern Beijing

Trip Duration
2 Days 1 Night
Main Destinations
Peacock City Great Lake Park, Xing'an Lake Ecological Sports Park, Gu'an Culture & Museum, Lincheng Hot Spring
Suitable For
Family with children, sports enthusiasts, hot spring wellness seekers, cultural explorers
Per Capita Budget
¥500-¥1000
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Ecological Vitality
Peacock City Great Lake Park · Xing'an Lake Ecological Sports Park · Gu'an New Town Night Market
Itinerary Highlights

Stroll around Peacock City Great Lake Park in the morning to enjoy the lake view and European-style buildings, experience cycling and camping at Xing'an Lake Ecological Sports Park in the afternoon, and visit Gu'an New Town Night Market in the evening to taste special snacks.

Attraction Arrangement
Peacock City Great Lake Park
The core leisure area of Gu'an County, covering an area of about 300 mu (20 hectares), with a central lake area of 100 mu (6.67 hectares). The lake is surrounded by European-style commercial streets, musical fountain squares and children's play areas, making it a leisure and internet-famous check-in spot for citizens.
Xing'an Lake Ecological Sports Park
A park themed on "Ecology + Sports", covering an area of about 1300 mu (86.67 hectares). It includes a lake-circling cycling track, children's development area, RV camping ground and water sports area, suitable for family leisure and outdoor sports.
Gu'an New Town Night Market
A night market located in the core area of Gu'an New Town, gathering local specialties such as Gu'an Smoked Chicken, Braised Zaohe Crucian Carp and Lirangdian Watermelon, combined with cultural and creative products and parent-child amusement, showing the modern urban night life.
Practical Information
Accommodation Recommendations
  • High-end hotels around Peacock City
  • RV Campground at Xing'an Lake Park
  • Business hotels in the county center
Food Recommendations
  • Gu'an Smoked Chicken
  • Braised Zaohe Crucian Carp
  • Lirangdian Watermelon
  • Gu'an Shredded Tofu
Travel Tips
  • Great Lake Park musical fountain opens from 19:30 to 20:00 (weekends)
  • Bicycle rental at Xing'an Lake costs 30 yuan/hour
  • The night market is crowded in summer, it is recommended to visit during off-peak hours
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Cultural Wellness
Gu'an Culture & Museum · Qujiaying Ancient Music Exhibition Hall · Lincheng Hot Spring Resort · Return Trip
Itinerary Highlights

Visit Gu'an Culture & Museum in the morning to learn about local history, explore Qujiaying Ancient Music Exhibition Hall to experience the charm of intangible cultural heritage, relax in Lincheng Hot Spring in the afternoon, and purchase local specialties before returning in the evening.

Attraction Arrangement
Gu'an Culture & Museum
A comprehensive venue showcasing the history and culture of Gu'an, with historical hall, folk custom hall, intangible cultural heritage hall, etc. It has a collection of more than 500 cultural relics, systematically presenting the development of Gu'an from the Shang and Zhou dynasties to the modern era.
Qujiaying Ancient Music Exhibition Hall
A special venue displaying the national intangible cultural heritage "Qujiaying Concert". The ancient music originated from the Yuan Dynasty and belongs to Taoist music. The hall displays musical instruments, music scores and performance costumes, with live performances on a regular basis.
Lincheng Hot Spring Resort
A national 3A-level scenic area with natural hot spring resources. The water output temperature is 80℃, rich in fluorine, silicon and other minerals. It has indoor and outdoor hot spring pools, SPA center and parent-child water park, making it a wellness resort.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • Peacock City Great Lake Park can be reached directly by Gu'an Bus No.1 and No.3
  • Xing'an Lake Park is 20 km from the county seat, self-driving is recommended
  • There are special shuttle buses from the county seat to Lincheng Hot Spring Resort (6 trips per day)
Ticket Information
  • Peacock City Great Lake Park: Free
  • Xing'an Lake Ecological Sports Park: ¥30 per person
  • Gu'an Culture & Museum: Free
  • Qujiaying Ancient Music Exhibition Hall: Free (¥50 per person for performance experience)
  • Lincheng Hot Spring: ¥168 per person
Travel Tips
  • Qujiaying ancient music performance requires reservation 1 day in advance (for groups of more than 10 people)
  • It is recommended to soak in hot springs for no more than 15 minutes each time, with intervals for rest
  • Lirangdian Watermelon is best in summer, can be picked directly from the production area (¥2-3 per jin/500g)

Must-Try Foods in Gu'an County

Gu'an Smoked Chicken

A traditional famous food in Gu'an County, dating back to the Daoguang period of the Qing Dynasty. It uses locally raised free-range chickens, smoked with cypress wood, and braised with more than 20 kinds of spices such as star anise and cinnamon. It has a bright red color, tender meat and rich smoked aroma.

Braised Zaohe Crucian Carp

A special dish along the Yongding River in Gu'an. It uses wild crucian carp caught with "Hezeng" (a traditional fishing tool), fried and then braised with sauce. The meat is tender with rich sauce aroma, a delicacy bred by canal culture.

Lirangdian Watermelon

A specialty of Lirangdian Township, Gu'an County, and a national geographical indication product. Due to sandy soil and temperature difference conditions, the watermelon has high sugar content, crisp and sweet taste with juicy flesh, and regular shape, known as the "First Watermelon in Southern Beijing".

Gu'an Shredded Tofu

A traditional bean product in Gu'an County, made from local soybeans through manual pressing and braising. The shreds are uniform in thickness, salty and chewy, can be eaten cold or cooked, and is a common side dish on local dining tables.

Gu'an County Travel Tips
Best Travel Time
  • Summer (June-August): Water activities at Xing'an Lake, Lirangdian Watermelon picking
  • Autumn (September-October): Cool climate, suitable for park leisure and cycling
  • Winter (December-February): Wellness vacation at Lincheng Hot Spring, avoiding cold
Must-Try Foods
  • Gu'an Smoked Chicken (Recommended "Laogu'an Smoked Chicken Shop")
  • Braised Zaohe Crucian Carp
  • Lirangdian Watermelon
  • Gu'an Shredded Tofu
  • Niutuo Fire Cake
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: About ¥230 (including hot spring)
  • Accommodation: ¥150-300 per night
  • Catering: ¥60-120 per day
  • Transportation: ¥50-100
  • Total: ¥500-1000
Frequently Asked Questions
  • Does Lincheng Hot Spring have a children's area? → Yes, with parent-child water village and slides (free)
  • What musical instruments are used in Qujiaying ancient music? → Mainly Guanzi, Sheng, Di, Yunluo, etc.
  • How far is Gu'an from Beijing Daxing International Airport? → About 30 km, 40 minutes by taxi
  • Can I bring my own tent to Xing'an Lake? → Yes, free setup in designated areas

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