Explore Yuelu Mountain
Yuelu District 4 hrs
Hike through scenic trails, visit ancient temples, and enjoy panoramic city views.
Where to stay
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At a glance
Climate
Temperate
Languages
Mandarin and Hunanese
Local currency
CNY
(CNY)
Local time
(GMT+8)
Ideal trip length
3–5 days
Cost level
2 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Furong District
Tap water
Bottled water recommended
Tipping
Not customary
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
70 · Good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Stinky Tofu (Chou Doufu)
Mao's Braised Pork (Hongshao Rou)
Spicy Fish Head with Chopped Chili (Duojiao Yutou)
Changsha Rice Noodles (Changsha Mifen)
When to visit Changsha
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: May, October
Busiest: Apr-May, Sep-Oct
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Jan30
Cold, damp, cloudy
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Feb35
Chilly, damp, foggy
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Mar60
Cool, mild, some rain
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Apr85
Pleasant, warm, blooming
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May90
Warm, sunny, ideal
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Jun70
Hot, humid, rainy
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Jul40
Very hot, humid
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Aug45
Hot, humid, storms
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Sept85
Warm, pleasant, clear
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Oct90
Mild, sunny, crisp
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Nov65
Cool, dry, autumn
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Dec35
Cold, damp, grey
Things to do in Changsha
6 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
2 places
Experience Tianxin Pavilion
Tianxin District 2 hrs
Visit the historic city wall and pavilion offering insights into Changsha's past.
Best in the afternoon
2 places
Visit Orange Isle
Xiangjiang River 3 hrs
Stroll along the island, see the Mao Zedong statue, and enjoy river views.
Wander Huangxing Road Walking Street
Furong District 3 hrs
Shop for local goods, international brands, and enjoy the lively atmosphere.
Best in the evening
1 place
Taste Street Food on Pozi Street
Tianxin District 2 hrs
Indulge in local snacks like stinky tofu and sugar oil baba.
Any time of day
1 place
Discover Hunan Provincial Museum
Kaifu District 3 hrs
Explore ancient artifacts, including the famous Mawangdui Han Tombs.
Things to book
Tours and activities in Changsha
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
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Unstructured tour
[Airport Transfer] Changsha Huanghua International Airport ⇔Changsha City Transfer ☆ High reputation for service!
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Multi day tour
4-Day PRI Tour to Zhangjiajie and Fenghuang Old Town from Changsha
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Changsha Huanghua International Airport (CSX) to Changsha Hotel
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Unstructured tour
Changsha Huanghua Airport Chauffeur Service, Changsha Airport Transfer, Pickup
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Unstructured tour
Changsha Walking Food Tour with Private Guide
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Multi day tour
3-Day Private Tour to Zhangjiajie from Changsha
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Standard tour
Private Day Tour to Dongting Lake, Yueyang Tower from Changsha
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Standard tour
Private Changsha Day Tour: Yuelu mountain, Yuelu Academy And Orange Island
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Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Changsha
Straight-line distance from the centre of Changsha.
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