Handan

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At a Glance

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Top Attractions

01City Guide

Guangfu Ancient City

广府古城

Admission

The lanes and moat paths are free; paid attraction passes cost CNY 49–88, with individual tickets also available.

Typical Visit

2–2.5 hours for the lanes and moat; 4–5 hours with the paid courtyards and wall.

02City Guide

Wahuang Palace

娲皇宫

Admission

CNY 70 admission; sightseeing vehicle, mountain slide car and cableway tickets cost extra.

Typical Visit

1–2 hours for a ride-assisted visit; 3–4 hours for the uphill walk and gardens.

03Historic Walk

Xiangtangshan Grottoes

响堂山石窟

Admission

CNY 80 admission; CNY 20 round-trip sightseeing bus (the same fare applies for a one-way ride).

Typical Visit

1–1.5 hours for Northern Xiangtang short route; 2–3 hours for its longer route; allow a separate half day for the south site.

04City Guide

East Taihang Scenic Area

东太行

Admission

Admission CNY 130; the combined pass is CNY 210; a CNY 180 discounted pass is available to eligible visitors.

Typical Visit

2–3 hours for the shorter route; 4–6 hours for highlights; 6–8 hours for a full hike.

05City Guide

Jingniang Lake

京娘湖

Admission

Adult admission is about CNY 65 and the boat ride about CNY 50; a package around CNY 180 lists several rides. Prices and inclusions vary.

Typical Visit

2–3 hours for the boat route; 4–5 hours for the mountain highlights route.

06City Guide

Congtai Park

丛台公园

Admission

Park entry is free; Wuling Congtai, Qixian Shrine and the Stele Forest charge separately.

Typical Visit

About one hour for the main exterior sights; 2–3 hours for a deeper park visit.

07Historic Walk

Handan Museum

邯郸博物馆

Admission

Free admission; weekday registration and timed reservations on public holidays.

Typical Visit

About one hour for key exhibits; 2–3 hours for floors four through two.

08City Guide

Handan Fantawild Oriental Legend

邯郸方特

All Ages

Admission

Weekday adult day tickets CNY 140–199; night-session prices vary by date.

Typical Visit

About 5–6 hours for a mixed ride-and-show visit; allow a full day for a slower schedule.

09Historic Walk

Daming Ancient City and Damingfu Ruins

大名府遗址

Admission

The old-city lanes and wall are free; individual venues have separate admission arrangements.

Typical Visit

1–1.5 hours for the wall walk; 2–3 hours with the prefectural office and Confucian Temple.

10City Guide

Taihang Wuzhi Mountain

太行五指山

All Ages

Admission

Admission CNY 70 in peak season and CNY 35 off-season; sightseeing bus and cableway cost extra.

Typical Visit

3–4 hours for the cableway route; 4–5 hours for the highlights hike; 6–8 hours for a full hike.

11City Guide

Qibugou Scenic Area

七步沟

Admission

Peak-season gate tickets about CNY 80; online tickets CNY 65–70. Discounts depend on eligibility.

Typical Visit

2–3 hours for the easier route; 4–5 hours for the gorge and mountain highlights route.