Huiji District Travel
Huiji District, Zhengzhou, Henan Province – the northern gateway of Zhengzhou and the core area of Yellow River culture, known as the "Pearl of the Yellow River". It integrates Yellow River scenery, ecological pastoral areas, and ancient architectural relics, making it the first choice for leisure and vacation in the outskirts of Zhengzhou.
3-Day 2-Night Yellow River Ecological Tour in Huiji District
Witness the surging Yellow River, admire pastoral scenery, explore ancient tree secrets, and experience the nature and culture of Zhengzhou's "back garden"
Visit the Yellow River Scenic Area in the morning to experience the grandeur of "the Yellow River water coming from the sky". Stroll through the Ancient Tree Garden in the afternoon to converse with thousand-year-old ancient trees, and taste special delicacies such as Yellow River carp in the evening.
- Yellow River Guest House
- Sinian Fruit Ridge Hot Spring Hotel
- Business Hotels near Huiji Wanda
- Yellow River Big Carp
- Farmhouse Braised Free-range Chicken
- Wild Vegetable Wotou (Steamed Cornbread)
- The Yellow River Scenic Area is large; it is recommended to take the scenic sightseeing bus (¥20 per person)
- Climbing is required to reach the Yan and Huang Emperors statues; it is recommended to wear comfortable sports shoes
- The best time to visit Ancient Tree Garden is spring for flower viewing and autumn for leaf viewing
Experience pastoral vacation at Sinian Fruit Ridge in the morning, enjoy the joy of nature through cycling and fruit picking. Go to Lvyuan Landscape in the afternoon to admire the lake and mountain scenery, fish and relax, and experience farmhouse barbecue in the evening.
- Take bus No. 18 from downtown to reach Sinian Fruit Ridge
- The two scenic areas are about 5 kilometers apart; self-driving is recommended
- Free parking at Lvyuan Landscape
- Fruit picking at Sinian Fruit Ridge (seasonal)
- Fishing at Lvyuan Landscape (bring your own fishing gear)
- Cycling in the park (bicycles available for rent)
- Feeding small animals at parent-child farm
- Pay attention to sun protection in summer and bring mosquito repellent
- Lvyuan Landscape is suitable for picnics with tents
- Advance reservation is required for hot springs at Sinian Fruit Ridge
Wander around Huiji Wanda Golden Street in the morning to taste special snacks from various places. Buy Yellow River specialties and cultural and creative products in the afternoon, and head to the station to end the trip in the afternoon.
- Buy local snacks at Wanda Golden Street
- Purchase Yellow River-themed cultural and creative products at Yellow River Museum
- Buy dried Yellow River carp and honeysuckle tea at specialty stores
- Dried Yellow River Carp
- Huiji Honeysuckle
- Handmade Sweet Potato Vermicelli
- Farmhouse Native Eggs
- About 40 minutes' drive from Zhengzhou Railway Station
- About 20 minutes' drive from Zhengzhou North Railway Station
- Metro Line 2 near Wanda directly reaches downtown stations
Must-Try Dishes in Huiji District
Yellow River Big Carp
The signature dish of Huiji District, using wild Yellow River carp, cooked by braising or sweet and sour methods. The meat is tender, the soup is rich, and it is served with handmade noodles dipped in sauce, with a unique flavor.
Farmhouse Braised Free-range Chicken
Using free-range chickens, stewed slowly with corn, potatoes and other ingredients. The meat is firm, the soup is delicious, and it is a common special dish in farmhouses in Huiji District.
Wild Vegetable Wotou (Steamed Cornbread)
Made with wild vegetables from the Yellow River beach (such as shepherd's purse, purslane) and cornmeal. The taste is rough but fragrant and delicious, served with mashed garlic or chili sauce, a healthy farmhouse flavor.
Grilled Lamb Kidney at Huiji Wanda
A popular snack on the Golden Street, using fresh lamb kidneys, grilled over charcoal fire, sprinkled with cumin and chili, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, a popular choice for late-night snacks locally.
- Spring (March-May): The Yellow River bank is full of green willows and red flowers, suitable for spring outings
- Autumn (September-November): The sky is high and the air is fresh, the best time to watch the autumn scenery of the Yellow River
- Summer (June-August): Water projects can be experienced (Lvyuan Landscape, Malawan)
- Yellow River Big Carp (braised flavor)
- Farmhouse Braised Free-range Chicken with Corn Pancakes
- Wild Vegetable Wotou with Mashed Garlic
- Grilled Lamb Kidney at Wanda Golden Street
- Handmade Sweet Potato Jelly
- Tickets: About ¥100 (Yellow River Scenic Area ¥60, most others free)
- Accommodation: ¥150-300 per night
- Catering: ¥70-120 per day
- Transportation: About ¥70
- Total: ¥600-1000
- How much is the ticket for Yellow River Scenic Area? → ¥60 per person, sightseeing bus ¥20 per person
- How many ancient trees are there in Ancient Tree Garden? → Nearly 100, the oldest is over 500 years old
- Can I camp at Sinian Fruit Ridge? → Yes, need to book designated areas in advance
- Is Huiji District close to the Yellow River? → Yes, multiple scenic spots are distributed along the Yellow River Embankment