Travel 9 Days in Zhengzhou: Best Vacation Spots in Zhengzhou

Day 1 | Morning

Zhengzhou Fantawild Adventure

Opening Hours: Open from 11/1-11/3,10:00am-9:30pm;Open from 11/4-12/31,10:00am-5:00pm

Ticket Price: 280 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1 Days

Location: Intersection of Zhengkai Avenue and Huaqiang Road, Zhengzhou New District, Zhengzhou City

Zhengzhou Fantawild Adventure is a popular theme park in Zhengzhou. The park is built on the south side of the intersection of Zhengkai Avenue and Renwen Road, opposite the Green Expo Park. The park contains more than 20 entertainment rides, such as Sky Sailor, Dinosaur Crisis, Escape from Dinosaur Island, Tanggula Snow Mountain, and Eye of the Storm. The facilities there are well equipped and suitable for tourists of all ages.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Khawar Abbas: Very good and beautiful place for wondering.

Trip.com User: so good, world of sea

Day 1 | Afternoon

After finishing the tour at Zhengzhou Fantawild Adventure, you can head to Zhengzhou Yellow River Scenic Area, the most worth visiting place around the corner.

Zhengzhou Yellow River Scenic Area

Opening Hours: Open from 6:00am-8:00pm

Ticket Price: 48 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1 Days

Location: No.1, Huanghe South, Jiangshan Road, Huiji District, Zhengzhou City

The Zhengzhou Yellow River Scenic Area is located 20 kilometers northwest of Zhengzhou City on the bank of the Yellow River. It is the starting point of the “hanging river” on the ground and the boundary between the middle and lower reaches of the Yellow River. The main attractions are Yan Huang Square, the Stele Forest of the Yellow River, and the Geological Museum. Here, you can experience the magnificent scenery of the Yellow River at close quarters and learn about the rich history of the Yellow River culture.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: been there for multiple times.. it occupies a large area.. very tiring but worthy for a day trip.. the view from the top is beautiful.. the yellow river is also so so but couldnt see as i had seen in pictures.. its good for a day trip .. better to reserve a vehicle to reach there coz for returning might be troublesome though there is local bus service..

Rhen Onaznam: Nice and the you will enjoy some sceneries especially the color of the river..I want to visit again and again

Day 1 | Evening

Looking for a bed nearby after finishing your journey at Zhengzhou Yellow River Scenic Area? PTOSSOM HOTEL is one of your top choices.

PTOSSOM HOTEL

Opened in 2020, the PTOSSOM HOTEL is a great accommodation choice in Zhengzhou.

Zhengzhou East Railway Station is located approximately 17km away and Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport around 28km away. Seeing Zhengzhou's sights from this hotel is easy with Kitchen Culture Museum of China, 大信非洲藝術博物館 and 鳳河公園 all close by.

At the end of a busy day, travelers can unwind and relax in the hotel or go out and enjoy the city. This Zhengzhou hotel provides parking on site.

There's never a dull moment at this hotel, our guests indicate that the facilities are excellent. Perfect for those working on the move, this hotel caters to a large number of business guests.

Day 2 | Morning

China Green Expo Park

Opening Hours: Open from 04/01-10/31,8:30am-7:00pm;Open from 2/12-2/28,8:30am-9:00pm

Ticket Price: 20 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-4 Hours

Location: Zhengkai Avenue, Zhongmou County, Zhengzhou City, Henan Province, China

Nanjing China Green Expo Garden is an outdoors green-themed park, built for the first China Green Expo. The area is divided into multiple functional areas, including a lake area, an exhibition area, a green living experience area, an entertainment area, and so on, with the lake area as the center. There are forest and wetland regions nearby, as well as other facilities and activities such as observation decks, performing arts centers, and ferry rides. There are flowers from many different provinces and cities in the park, such as bougainvillea from Xiamen, populus euphratica from Qinghai and Xinjiang, and so on. The rich variety of flowers makes it possible to appreciate different flowers and plants at all times of the year.

Day 2 | Afternoon

Now we come to another great highlight in the city: Zhongyuan Tower.

Zhongyuan Tower

Opening Hours: Open from 1/1-4/30,9:30am-7:00pm;Open from 5/1-10/17,9:30am-10:00pm;Open from 10/18-12/31,9:30am-7:00pm

Ticket Price: 98 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-3 Hours

Location: No. 1206, Hanghai East Road, The Hui nationality District, Zhengzhou City

Located at the intersection of Hanghai East Road and Airport Expressway in city of Zhengzhou in China is the Zhongyuan Tower, also known as Henan Radio and Television Tower. It is an all-steel structure and it is a large-scale modern tourist attraction that integrates radio and television signal launches, tourism and sightseeing, dining and shopping, culture and entertainment, famous attractions, and conference celebrations, as well as much more. Divided into three towers and masts in four parts, it is a landmark of the cultural industry in Henan Province. Many Chinese come here each year but it's also something that international visitors can enjoy as well.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: i recently went there .. the tower is beautiful.. large and tall tower indeed.. the surroundings were beautiful.. at night time the lightings just brings the color to the tower .. thumbs up.. planning to go there again in few weeks

Day 2 | Evening

Looking for a bed nearby after finishing your journey at Zhongyuan Tower? Zhengfangyuan International Hotel is one of your top choices.

Zhengfangyuan International Hotel

The Zhengfangyuan Jinjiang International Hotel (Zhengfangyuan Jinjiang Guoji Fandian) is located in the Zhengzhou CBD, close to Zhengzhou International Convention Center and the Geological Museum, and a 15-minute drive from Zhengzhou Railway Station.

Rooms at this Zhengzhou hotel are well-equipped with all mod-cons and decorated in a contemporary style. Wi-Fi is offered in public areas. Disabled access rooms and airport pick-up service are also available.

Guests have an array of all-day dining options including Chinese and Western cuisine in the hotel restaurant and 24-hour in-room dining.

Conference and event facilities include meeting rooms and a multifunction room that can accommodate up to 800 people—ideal for international conferences and academic seminars.

Day 3 | Morning

Zhengzhou Zoo

Opening Hours: Open from 7:30am-5:30pm

Ticket Price: 30 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-4 Hours

Location: 103 Huayuan Road, Jinshui District, Zhengzhou City

Zhengzhou Zoo is a renown zoo with nearly 1,000 animals of over 100 different species, including protected and endangered animals like Siberian tigers. Other animals include leopards, African elephants, Asian elephants, gorillas, chimpanzees, white storks, crown cranes, Northern pig-tailed macaques, long-tailed macaques, and stump-tailed macaques. The park features a number of man-made mountains and lakes that are home to numerous waterfowl. The zoo covers a large area with a number of different exhibitions, great for a trip with the kids.

Reviews from Real Guests:

吴青峰: You can go from Zhengzhou Station by bus or subway. There is no panda in the garden. If you want to see it slowly, it is recommended on weekdays.

Wandered soul: I have been there with my friend it was really fun

Day 3 | Afternoon

Zhengzhou Aquarium nearby is the top choice before you leave Zhengzhou Zoo and hit the road.

Zhengzhou Aquarium

Opening Hours: 8:30-17:00

Ticket Price: 130 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-4 Hours

Location: 100 meters west of Zhengzhou Wenhua Road and Guoji Road

Zhengzhou Aquarium boasts a variety of galleries such as a freshwater gallery, a marine animal performance theater, a coral reef gallery, an underwater tunnel gallery, an ocean theater, and a Caribbean town. Here you can see mysterious rainforest wonders, colorful coral reef fish, and starfish and turtles that you can actually touch. This is a great place for a family weekend getaway in Zhengzhou.

Reviews from Real Guests:

SUNNY77: was awesome experiance

Day 3 | Evening

After visiting the glorious Zhengzhou Aquarium, Wanda Vista Zhengzhou nearby is the best place to stay.

Wanda Vista Zhengzhou

Wanda Vista Zhengzhou is conveniently located in the CBD of Jinshui District, sits on top of the Jinshui Wanda Center, occupying the 33rd to the 50th floors. Every one of the hotel’s 292 stylish rooms and suites overlooks a spectacular view of Zhengzhou.
Savor exceptional Cuisine in the hotel’s chic and elegant restaurants. Cafe Vista, ZHEN and the lobby Lounge all provide world-class care. The “24-hour Selections” is also available, and guests are invited to take Wanda Vista’s signature “Cha Journey” with the hotel’s in-house tea master. 
The hotel’s Grand Ballroom offers 1,400㎡ pillar-free space, with 10m ceiling and 100㎡ LED screen, and other 7 sophisticated meeting venues. 
We are also delighted to invite you to our indoor heated swimming pool and SHUI SPA, to let you enjoy a moment of peace away from the busy city life.

Day 4 | Morning

Jinyi City Aquarium

Opening Hours: 9:30-18:00

Ticket Price: 130 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 2.0-3.0 Hours

Location: B1, Area C, North Jinyi City Shopping Center,Mianfang East Road, Zhongyuan District, Zhengzhou City

The Jinyi City Aquarium is located in Jinyi City. The fantastic sea world view at the entrance always makes the first-time visitors shine. There is also an underwater tunnel in the pavilion to get a close look at sharks, turtles and other fish. Head upstream. In addition, the Hawaiian beach area in the pavilion is completely forgotten that it is still in a noisy and complicated city.

Day 4 | Afternoon

Zhengzhou Fantawild Dream Kingdom nearby is the top choice before you leave Jinyi City Aquarium and hit the road.

Zhengzhou Fantawild Dream Kingdom

Opening Hours: Open from 10/1-10/7,9:00am-6:00pm;Open from 10/8-10/31,10:00am-5:30pm;Closed from 11/1-12/31,Mon-Fri;Open from 11/1-12/31,Sat-Sun,10:00am-5:30pm

Ticket Price: 280 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1 Days

Location: Zhengzhou City Zhengkai Avenue and Renwen Road intersection to the south, Greenbo Park North Gate directly opposite

Zhengzhou Fang Te Fantasy Kingdom is a cultural science and technology theme park based on Chinese mythology. It exquisitely integrates cartoon, movie stunts and other international fashion entertainment elements with Chinese classical myths and cultural elements. There are several indoor and outdoor activities such as the Qinling Adventure, Magic Castle, The Decisive battle of Jinshan Temple, and Journey to the West, which are suitable for children of all ages.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Kae Zhuo: lovely place to spend the holiday with! rides are awesome!

Trip.com User: would be a Miss if you dont visit This place

Day 4 | Evening

Don’t forget to book Fantawild Holiday Hotel in advance, because all the tourists head to Zhengzhou Fantawild Dream Kingdom love staying at it.

Fantawild Holiday Hotel

The Fantawild Holiday Hotel is an ideal spot for travelers wanting to discover the city. The Fantawild Holiday Hotel is an ideal choice for travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Zhongmou.

The hotel is located approximately 19km from Zhengzhou East Railway Station and 38km from Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport. This hotel is located near many of Zhongmou's attractions including Zhengzhou Fantawild Water Park, Zhengzhou Fantawild Adventure and Light Of Life.

After a long day of sightseeing, guests can retire to the comfort of the hotel. This Zhongmou hotel features parking on site.

There's never a dull moment at this hotel, our guests indicate that the facilities are excellent. For guests traveling with families, this hotel is consistently one of the most popular choices.

Day 5 | Morning

Zhengzhou Fantawild Water Park

Opening Hours: Open on Sat-Sun,9:00am-6:00pm;Open on Mon-Fri,9:30am-5:30pm

Ticket Price: 160 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1 Days

Location: Lvboyuan Eastern Road, Zhongshan City, GuangdongTianming Intersection of Agricultural Road (near Dongsanjie)

Zhengzhou Fantawild Water Park was originally built in the effort to build a highly entertaining recreational water resort featuring many water attractions. It was the second Fangte Park conceived after the launch of Fangte Kingdom of Dreams, located in Central China - which is highly regarded by many to be a masterpiece. _x000D__x000D_The grounds of the park itself is divided into separate indoor and outdoor sections, with a large number of activities across the area including super beast bowls, big horns, trumpet horns, as well as interactive water-blocks, the latter of which has won multiple awards.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: it’s a wonderful place. there have lots of interesting rides.

Day 5 | Afternoon

After finishing the tour at Zhengzhou Fantawild Water Park, you can head to Jiangnanchun Hot Spring, the most worth visiting place around the corner.

Jiangnanchun Hot Spring

Opening Hours: Open from 2/5-12/31,10:00am-0:00am;Closed from 2/1-2/4;Closed from 7/12-7/12;Closed from 8/9-8/13

Ticket Price: 198 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-4 Hours

Location: No. 1 Jiangnan Road, Xingyang City, Zhengzhou City

Jiang Nan Chun Hot Springs is situated on the south bank of the Yellow River, contiguous the Taohuayu Natural scenic disctrict. The Jiangnanchun hot springs have outdoors hot springs, hotel rooms, water excitement and other activities. In Jiang Nan Chun Hot Springs, you can splash up hot springs, as well as enjoy local food. Here the clear air, decent enviroment, is a great place for an unwinding get-away.

Day 5 | Evening

If you want to explore other popular attractions later, Sheraton Grand Zhengzhou Hotel is a suitable place for you to stay and refresh.

Sheraton Grand Zhengzhou Hotel

The Sheraton Grand Zhengzhou Hotel is an ideal spot for travelers wanting to discover the city. The Sheraton Grand Zhengzhou Hotel is an ideal choice for travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Zhengzhou.

Traveling to the hotel is easy with Zhengzhou East Railway Station located approximately 3km away and Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport roughly 34km away. The closest major public transportation, Nongyenanlu Metro Station, is only 300m away. Keeping busy is easy, with 中國河南出版產業園, Zhengdong Xinqu Guihua Exhibition hall and Henan Geological Museum all nearby.

At the end of a busy day, travelers can unwind and relax in the hotel or go out and enjoy the city. This Zhengzhou hotel features parking on site.

According to our trusted guests, the facilities at this hotel are first-rate. Perfect for those working on the move, this hotel caters to a large number of business guests.

Day 6

Little Dream City Children's Professional Experience Center

Opening Hours: Open from 1/27-2/8,9:30am-7:00pm;Closed from 2/9-2/15;Open from 2/16-2/28,9:30am-7:00pm

Ticket Price: 150 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-1 Days

Location: 5th Floor, Mingmen City Plaza, Jinshui District, Zhengzhou City (intersection of Jinshui Road and Yufeng Road)5th Floor, Mingmen City Plaza, Jinshui District, Zhengzhou City (intersection of Jinshui Road and Yufeng Road)

The Little Dream City Children's Professional Experience Center is located on the fifth floor of Mingmen City Plaza at the intersection of Jinshui Road and Yufeng Road in Zhengzhou. The location is very convenient to get to and is well connected by transportation. The Little Dream City Children's Professional Experience Center is a youth professional experience venue operating exclusively in the central and western regions of China. Little Dream City Children's Career Experience Hall provides high-quality services for young people all the year round. By encouraging children to learn social interaction through hands-on, brain-stimulating activities, it helps young people virtually engage in the challenges of the real world, and can help form healthy personality habits and work ethics for children.

Day 6 | Evening

For convenient access to more popular attractions, Crowne Plaza Zhengzhou is the best places.

Crowne Plaza Zhengzhou

Crowne plaza zhengzhou is located in the golden waterway of zhengzhou city, withmany bus lines in front of gate, which is the main line of zhengzhou metro line 1. Walk 2.1 kilometers to zijingshan station where metro line 1 and line 2 meet. It is about 5.1 kilometers away from Zhengzhou international convention and exhibition center. In 2015, new renovation, chic and decorous Nordic wind holds concurrently the high-tech element of current popularity, the floor type glass window of the room lets a room capacious and bright, although be far from the street, the flourishing scene of the city still panoramic view. The style of European garden type covers a variety of rare flowers and trees all over among them, flourishing flowers like brocade, four seasons like spring, the natural oxygen bar in the city. The hotel has a variety of restaurants and lounges. Palm court restaurant will provide you with a luxurious seafood buffet and delicious food, a cup of cappuccino and sweet snacks. Mamma Mia Italian restaurant is the focal point in the city, the Italian exquisite cuisine led by the chef, feel like being in Venice as romantic feelings.




The hotel's ornate lobby features dark granite floors, stone columns capped with gold-colored ornamentation and frothy palm trees. It includes three restaurants, a business center with meeting rooms and fitness facilities. Analog dial-up internet access is available in public areas. 

The five star hotel's 195 guestrooms include kitchenettes with full-size refrigerators, microwave ovens, and coffee and tea makers. Rooms also offer cable and satellite television, three telephones, complimentary newspapers and safes.

Day 7 | Morning

Fantasy Starry Sky Art Museum

Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 10:00-21:00; Saturday-Sunday 10:00-21:30

Ticket Price: 60 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 1.0-2.0 Hours

Location: 4th Floor, Shanghai City Shopping Center, No. 28 Dongtaikang Road, Guancheng District, Zhengzhou City

Fantasy Starry Sky Art Museum is located inside Shanghai Grand Mall in Zhengzhou. The theme of the museum includes a variety of different illusion art installations and works of art such as the Infinity Starry Sky Show, Time Tunnel, etc., which bring an illusion feast to the experiencer. The use of LED lighting technology in combination with the mirror principle and intelligent sound devices, helps to restore the entire starry sky in a room, bringing deeper levels of interaction. It makes people feel like floating in the clouds and the sea.

Day 7 | Afternoon

Aopalala Water Park nearby is the top choice before you leave Fantasy Starry Sky Art Museum and hit the road.

Aopalala Water Park

Opening Hours: Open from 6/28-8/31,10:00am-10:00pm

Ticket Price: 110 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-1 Days

Location: 200 meters north of the intersection of Zhongyuan West Road and Shangyin Road in Zhengzhou City (about 1000 meters south of the intersection of Zhengshang Road and Shangyin Road)

Located in Fuyang City, Zhengzhou, Aopalala Water Park is a one-stop experience base for leisure and entertainment industry in the Greater Central Plains area. Relying on the green natural space and pure natural hot spring water of Fuyang City, the water park has a unique European style and leisurely residence. It integrates water entertainment, leisure and catering, and is a good place for summer, leisure and relaxation. Water Park provides advanced entertainment equipment, dozens of water entertainment projects, and large-scale wave pools and other entertainment equipment, many of which set a good record, let people experience different cool and refreshing in the summer.

Day 7 | Evening

For convenient access to more popular attractions, Jiahui Boutique Hotel is the best places.

Jiahui Boutique Hotel

Opened in 2019, the Jiahui Boutique Hotel is a great accommodation choice in Xingyang.

Traveling to the hotel is easy with Zhengzhou West Railway Station located approximately 3km away and Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport roughly 58km away. Seeing Xingyang's sights from this hotel is easy with Aopalala Water Park, 奧帕拉拉星光夜市 and Taizheng Temple all close by.

When guests have some time on their hands they can make use of the onsite facilities. This Xingyang hotel provides parking on site.

According to our trusted guests, the facilities at this hotel are first-rate. For guests traveling on business, this hotel is consistently one of the most popular choices.

Day 8 | Morning

Chianti Bay Hotel

Opening Hours: Open from 01/01-12/31,10:00am-11:30pm

Ticket Price: 188 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-4 Hours

Location: Tsinghua Tahiti Xiangtiwan Hot Spring Hotel, Zhongyuan West Road, Xiangyang City, Zhengzhou City (North of Shangyin Road)

Chianti Bay Hotel is located in the Tsinghua Tahiti project of Zhongyuan West Road, Zhengzhou City. It is a multi-functional large-scale European-style tourist and leisure resort. The hot spring area of ​​Chianti Bay Hotel relies on precious natural resources, hires international famous teachers to design, introduces world-class hot spring equipment, and carefully creates special ecological hot spring soup pools of different sizes and functions.

Day 8 | Afternoon

When time permits after visiting Chianti Bay Hotel, don’t forget pay a visit to Yanming Lake Lingyun Hot Spring.

Yanming Lake Lingyun Hot Spring

Opening Hours: Open from 9:00am-11:00pm;Open from 2/27-10/31,10:00am-7:00pm

Ticket Price: 198 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1.0 Days

Location: Within the National Agricultural Park of Yanminghu Town, Zhongmu County, Zhengzhou City

Yanming Lake Lingyun Hot Spring is found in Henan Agricultural Park and has a great geographical environment. The scenic spot is a hot spring ecological place with Jiangnan pastoral style, which is made up of an idyllic scenery resort, spa sanatorium and leisure and entertainment area. It is a mixture of sightseeing agriculture, hot spring resort and leisure health. The hot spring area goes through the fifteen scenes of Lingyun, perfectly combining the landscaping art of Chinese classical gardens with the modern hot spring leisure health culture.

Day 8 | Evening

Looking for a bed nearby after finishing your journey at Yanming Lake Lingyun Hot Spring? Yanming Xiedao Forest Hot Spring Hotel is one of your top choices.

Yanming Xiedao Forest Hot Spring Hotel

The Yanming Xiedao Forest Hot Spring Hotel is one of the newest hotels in Zhongmou, having opened in 2021.

The hotel is located approximately 40km from Songchenglu Railway Station. Songchenglu Railway Station is approximately 40km away by road. This hotel is located near many of Zhongmou's attractions including Yanming Crab Island Ski Resort, 嗨King野奢鄭州露營地 and Yanming Crab Island.

This hotel makes a great place to kick back and relax after a long day of sightseeing.

Day 9 | Morning

Plaines Lavender Manor

Opening Hours: 8:30-18:00

Ticket Price: 45 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 3-4 Hours

Location: 1.5 km north of Zhaolanzhuang, Huayuankou Town, Huiji District, Zhengzhou City

The Plaines Lavender Manor was opened in 2013 and is located in Huayuankou Town, Zhengzhou. The scenic spot combines modern agriculture, ecological protection and tourism. It is a beautiful park, providing Zhengzhou citizens with a tourist place that is close to nature, relieve stress and helps enjoy life. When the season of lavender comes, the whole lavender field is like a deep purple wave undulating in the wind, and the place is full of fragrance, which is rather romantic.

Day 9 | Afternoon

Now we come to another great highlight in the city: Big Corn 58th Floor City Sightseeing Hall.

Big Corn 58th Floor City Sightseeing Hall

Opening Hours: 9:30-19:00Open from 10:00am-6:00pm

Ticket Price: 68 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: 58th Floor, Big Corn Building, Ruyi Lake, Zhengdong New District, Zhengzhou City

The Big Corn 58th-floor City Sightseeing Hall is located on the 58th floor of the Big Corn Building in the bank of Ruyi Lake in Zhengdong New District, Zhengzhou City. It is one of Zhengzhou's famous tourist and urban landmarks because the building is a cylindrical tower. Its lights are yellow at night this is why it is called big corn. Take a sightseeing elevator to the 58th floor and you can see the whole view of Zhengzhou.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Bohao Zhang: it’s an amazing landmark to visit in Zhengzhou. I would always love to take a walk here. The parking fee below is 10rmb for a whole day. very cheap and convenient

Trip.com User: A financial hub, nice to see the corn tower, the view is beautiful at night , the place isquiet nothing special to do there unless you have some business.

* All reviews in the blog are machine-translated.