Hanzhong 2 Days 1 Night Easy Trip|Depart from Chengdu, Unlock the Charm of the Two Han Dynasties and Local Life
Only 2.5 hours by high-speed train from Chengdu! The beauty of Hanzhong is never about rushing, but about leisurely strolling ancient streets, enjoying river views, and savoring local snacks. Here’s a relaxed itinerary that won’t tire your legs—keep it handy~
🗓️ Itinerary Overview
DAY 1: Chengdu East → Hanzhong (High-speed train) → Hu’s Galaxy Fresh Fish Restaurant → Ancient Han Platform → Dingzi Street → Han River Wetland Park → Tianhan Tower → Qianjin Road Night Market
DAY 2: Sujing Garden → Hanren Old Home Street → Wei’s Cold Noodles → Hanzhong → Chengdu East (High-speed train)
🏞️ Detailed Daily Itinerary
DAY 1: Two Han Cultures + Han River Sunset + Night Market Atmosphere
- Transportation: Depart Chengdu East at 08:49, arrive in Hanzhong at 11:13 (direct high-speed train, super convenient)
- Accommodation: All Season Hotel (Hanzhong Central Square Branch), excellent location, easy to get around
- Lunch: Hu’s Galaxy Fresh Fish Restaurant (Lianhu Road Branch) ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Starting at 3 jin (about 1.5 kg), spicy and flavorful yellow catfish, tender and bouncy meat, highly recommended by locals!
- Afternoon Citywalk:
1. Ancient Han Platform (Hanzhong Museum) ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️: Book in advance via mini-program or on-site, rich collection of cultural relics, immersive experience to learn about Liu Bang and the Two Han Dynasties history
2. Dingzi Street ⭐️⭐️⭐️: 200 meters walk from Ancient Han Platform, old street full of local flavor, surprises around every corner
3. Yinma Pool: Said to be where Liu Bang’s army watered their horses, an enclosed green water pool, can be skipped if short on time
4. Baijiang Altar: Requires advance booking via Hanzhong Museum mini-program (18 RMB), features a statue of Han Xin, few exhibits, can be skipped if time is tight
5. Han River Wetland Park ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️: Take a taxi to Rainbow Bridge, stroll on the bridge to watch the sluice gates releasing water—spectacular! In winter from 16:00-17:00 you might encounter seagulls, and the sunset is breathtakingly golden
6. Tianhan Tower: Ticket required to climb, lights up around 19:00 in winter, the night view is atmospheric
- Dinner: Qianjin Road Night Market ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️: A bustling local hotspot, recommended dishes include Deng Huimin’s noodle skin, Xiao Wang’s spicy chicken, Yunxiang Xinpai snails and stinky tofu—so good you won’t want to stop
DAY 2: Jiangnan Garden + Western Region Style + Return Trip
- Morning sightseeing:
1. Sujing Garden ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️: The Shaanxi version of “Suzhou Gardens,” known as “Little Jiangnan of Hanzhong,” featuring pavilions, towers, small bridges, flowing water, and unique stones and ancient trees, perfectly capturing the essence of Jiangnan
2. Hanren Old Home Street ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️: Inspired by the Silk Road, recreates ancient architectures from Dunhuang, Loulan, and other ancient kingdoms, full of Western region style, perfect for photos
- Lunch: Wei’s Cold Noodles ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️: Angus beef cheese burger is incredibly fragrant, spicy rice noodles and hot rice skin suit Sichuan tastes, rum-flavored ice cream is a must-try!
- Return: Depart Hanzhong at 15:28, arrive Chengdu East at 17:48, trip ends perfectly
💡 Useful Tips
1. Most key attractions are concentrated in the city center, reachable by taxi or on foot, no need to rush
2. Ancient Han Platform and Baijiang Altar require advance booking, plan your time before departure
3. The sunset at Han River Wetland Park is stunning, reserve 1-2 hours in advance for photos and sightseeing
4. Night market offers a wide variety of snacks, try small portions multiple times to avoid waste