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Yellow River Bay Tourism Area
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Yellow River Bay Tourism Area

黄河湾风景区

Henan, Kaifeng·34.7196°N, 114.3923°E
Ticket Price
Peak season CNY 100, off-season CNY 60
Duration
2-3 hours

About Yellow River Bay Tourism Area

A wetlands scenic area at a bend of the Yellow River near Kaifeng, where reed beds and bay views stretch along the banks. Boardwalks and viewing platforms offer calm spots for birdwatching.

Highlights

• Yellow River wetland and bay views with broad reed beds. • Riverside boardwalks and birdwatching.

Suggested Route

Visitor center → riverside boardwalk → viewing platform; allow about 2 h.

Food & Lodging

Local Henan snacks in Kaifeng; lodging in Kaifeng city.

Facilities

Parking, restrooms and a sightseeing shuttle .
Travel Tips

Wear layers as mountain weather can change quickly. Photography is best in golden hour.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: Spring (April-May) and Autumn (September-October)

🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.

Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.

Location

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Buying tickets as a foreign visitor

Most 5A/4A sites require real-name registration — bring your passport.

Tickets often must be booked in advance online — peak season & holidays sell out quickly.

Some remote or border-area sites have entry restrictions for foreign visitors — check before you travel.

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Opening Hours

Open all day (ticket office 08:00-16:30)

Getting There

In Dongbatou Township, Lankao County, Kaifeng, Henan. Nearest HSR: Lankao South Railway Station ~10 km; Zhengzhou Xinzheng Int'l Airport ~120 km. No metro.

Reservation

Open scenic area, free entry; no booking required.

Ticket Price

Peak season CNY 100 (≈ $14), off-season CNY 60 (≈ $8.3)

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
黄河湾风景区

34.7196, 114.3923

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