Huangshigang District Travel
Huangshigang District, Huangshi City, Hubei Province — the central urban area of Huangshi, a riverside district at the confluence of the Yangtze River and Cihu Lake, integrating lake and mountain scenery, industrial history, and folk customs. 2-day 1-night leisure tour including special food, urban scenery, and cultural visits.
2-Day 1-Night Urban Leisure Tour in Huangshigang District
Witness the convergence of the Yangtze River and the lake, explore industrial history, wander through old street customs, taste sweet port cakes, and experience the unique charm of cities in the middle reaches of the Yangtze River
After arriving at Huangshigang District, head to Cihu Lake Scenic Area, stroll along the lakefront greenway to enjoy the lake view, and take a boat tour to the central lake island. In the evening, go to Yangtze River Riverside Park to watch the Yangtze River sunset and city night view.
- Cihu Lake Villa
- Riverside Star-rated Hotels
- Urban Chain Hotels
- Huangshigang Cake
- Fried Glutinous Rice Cakes
- Yangtze River Bullhead Catfish
- Shared bikes are available for cycling around the lake
- It's windy at the riverside in the evening, it is recommended to bring a coat
- Tickets for Cihu Lake boat tours need to be purchased 30 minutes in advance
In the morning, visit Shangyao Historical and Cultural Block to experience the old Huangshi commercial customs, and visit Huangshi Museum to learn about industrial history. In the afternoon, purchase special local products and end the trip.
- Huangshigang Cake Specialty Store on Shangyao Old Street
- Cihu Lake Cultural and Creative Products Store
- Yangtze River Specialty Dried Seafood Market
- Huangshi Museum: Free (Reservation required)
- Cihu Lake Boat Tour: ¥30
- All Parks: Free
- About 20 minutes by car from Huangshi Railway Station
- About 15 minutes by car from Huangshi North Railway Station
- Last bus in urban area at 21:30
Must-Try Foods in Huangshigang District
Huangshigang Cake
A traditional famous pastry in Huangshi, originated in 1889, made with sesame, rock sugar and lard, shaped like a full moon, crispy and sweet, a famous pastry in Hubei Province.
Yangtze River Bullhead Catfish
A specialty of the Yangtze River section in Huangshigang, with tender meat and rich collagen, can be braised in brown sauce or made into soup, a famous dish in local banquets.
Fried Glutinous Rice Cakes
A traditional folk snack in Huangshi, made of glutinous rice, crispy outside and soft inside after frying, can be eaten with sugar or savory seasonings, common on the streets.
Jinniu Dried Tofu Sheets
A specialty of Jinniu Town around Huangshi, as thin as paper and white as jade, can be eaten cold or in hot pot, a necessary ingredient in local home cooking.
- Spring (March-May): Cherry blossoms in Cihu Lake are in full bloom, with pleasant climate
- Autumn (September-November): Cool weather, suitable for outdoor activities
- Winter (December-February): Can experience the winter scenery of the riverside with fewer people
- Huangshigang Cake (Time-honored shops)
- Braised Yangtze River Bullhead Catfish
- Fried Glutinous Rice Cakes
- Jinniu Dried Tofu Sheets Hot Pot
- Preserved Pine Flower Eggs
- Tickets: About ¥50
- Accommodation: ¥150-¥300 per night
- Catering: ¥60-¥100 per day
- Transportation: About ¥50
- Total: ¥500-¥800
- Where to get the most authentic Huangshigang Cake? → Century-old shop on Shangyao Old Street
- Operating hours of Cihu Lake boat tours? → 09:00-17:30 (Boats depart on the hour)
- Is reservation required for the museum? → It is recommended to make an online reservation 1 day in advance on weekends
- Best time to visit the riverside? → 1 hour before sunset to after the night lights are on