3 Days 2 Nights Ultimate Baoding October Nanny-Level Guide, Only 500 RMB Per Person, Amazing!

In October, come to Baoding to experience the perfect combination of ancient city charm and natural scenery! 🍂 This super detailed guide will take you to have a blast in Baoding, saving money and having fun～

🌟Day 1🌟
⏰ Morning: Zhili Governor's Office
📍Address: No. 301 Yuhua West Road, Lianchi District, Baoding
🚗 Transportation: Taxi within the city under 10 RMB / Bus lines 1 and 4 direct
⏳ Opening Hours: 8:30-17:30 (Closed on Mondays)
👍 Experience: Provincial-level Qing Dynasty government office, the ginkgo season is stunning! Recommended to spend 2 hours, be sure to take photos under the big ginkgo tree in front of the main hall! 📸

🍽️ Noon: Old Baoding Donkey Meat Sandwich
📍Address: Intersection of Governor's Office Street and Xinghua Road
💰 Per Person: 15-25 RMB
⏳ Business Hours: 10:00-21:00
👍 Must Order: Donkey meat sandwich + donkey offal soup set, the crispy crust flakes off, donkey meat is tender and juicy! Certified by locals 👍

🌆 Afternoon: Ancient Lotus Pond
📍Address: No. 246 Yuhua West Road, Lianchi District, Baoding
💰 Ticket: 30 RMB (Half price for students)
⏳ Opening Hours: 8:00-17:30
👍 Activity: Northern "Little Jiangnan," although the lotus flowers have withered, the autumn scenery is fantastic! Perfect for wearing Hanfu to take photos, great for pictures!

🌙 Evening: Yuhua Road Night Market
🏨 Accommodation Recommendation: Home Inn (Yuhua Road Branch) about 150 RMB/night
🍢 Must Eat: Beef stuffed pancake, fried skewers, donkey meat buns
💫 Tips: Night market open until 22:30, recommended to come around 8 PM when the crowd is just right

🌟Day 2🌟
⏰ Morning: Baiyangdian Lake
📍Address: Tourism East Road, Anxin County
💰 Ticket + Boat: 150 RMB/person
⏳ Opening Hours: 8:00-17:00
🚗 Transportation: Recommended to charter a car (about 200 RMB round trip) or drive yourself (1 hour)
📸 Photo Spot: Take a small boat through the golden reed marshes, suggested to spend 3 hours

🍽️ Noon: Lakeside Fisherman’s Home
📍Address: Near Baiyangdian Pier
💰 Per Person: 50-80 RMB
👍 Recommended Dishes: Iron pot stewed mixed fish (must order!), oil-braised large shrimp

🌆 Afternoon: Yesanpo
📍Address: Sanpo Town, Laishui County
💰 Ticket: 90 RMB (Cable car extra)
⏳ Opening Hours: Summer 8:00-18:00
🍁 Autumn Scenery: Best red leaves at the end of October! Recommended to take the cable car up the mountain to save energy～

🌟Day 3🌟
⏰ Morning: Qing Western Tombs
📍Address: At the foot of Yongning Mountain, Yixian County
💰 Ticket: 120 RMB (General ticket)
⏳ Opening Hours: 8:30-17:00
📌 Tips: Remember to rent an electronic guide device (20 RMB), otherwise, it’s hard to understand these historical buildings

🍽️ Noon: Yixian Farmhouse
👍 Recommended: Freshly picked wild vegetables, firewood stewed lamb
💰 Per Person: 40-60 RMB

⚠️ Essentials:
1. Power bank (renting at scenic spots is inconvenient)
2. Thermos cup (big temperature difference in October mornings and evenings)
3. Comfortable sports shoes (at least 20,000 steps per day)
4. Light jacket + knitwear (hot at noon, cold in the morning and evening)

You must come to Baoding this autumn! The ginkgo leaves are yellow, the reeds are white, the persimmons are red, every snap is a masterpiece! Feel free to ask questions in the comments section～