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Qingming River Park

Large theme park recreating the famous Song dynasty painting 'Along the River During Qingming Festival.' Costumed per…

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★★★★★4.6(24 reviews)2,102 views

$17–$28

Half day to full day

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Overview

Key takeaway

Large theme park recreating the famous Song dynasty painting 'Along the River During Qingming Festival.' Costumed performers, traditional architecture, and nightly shows.

Time & cost

Plan Half day to full day. Budget: $17–$28. Hours: 08:30–22:00.

Best for

Best for first-time Kaifeng visitors who want a clear Half day to full day stop without guesswork.

Practical

Price$17–$28
DurationHalf day to full day
Hours08:30–22:00
Getting thereBus 1/15/30; Didi 15 min from center

Tips

On site

The evening 'Da Song Dong Jing Menghua' show is spectacular (¥199, 70min).

Timing

Arrive 1h before closing to see it lit up.

Also

Costumed staff throughout the park.

Timing

Leave with hours in mind (08:30–22:00). Weekends and holidays need extra queue time.

Pay

Nearby stalls usually take Alipay or WeChat. Foreign-card terminals are rare — set up Alipay before you go.

Show this

Show the Chinese name “清明上河园” to drivers and staff. It beats a long English explanation.

Location & how to go

Qingming River Park, Kaifeng

MetroBus 1/15/30; Didi 15 min from center
BusBus 1/15/30; Didi 15 min from center
Taxi / DidiDidi or a licensed taxi is the simplest door-to-door. Set destination to “清明上河园” and pay in-app with Alipay/WeChat.

Reviews

★★★★★4.6· 24 reviews

  • James L.★★★★★

    Felt safe as a first-timer. Transport notes matched what we saw on the ground.

  • Olivia P.★★★★★

    Advisor helped confirm the English-friendly entrance. Worth adding to the trip list early.

  • Lucas B.★★★★★

    Clear ticket guidance and timing tips — we skipped the longest queue and still had golden-hour photos.

Guide Q&A

How much are tickets for Qingming River Park?

$17–$28

What are the opening hours of Qingming River Park?

08:30–22:00

How do I get to Qingming River Park?

Bus 1/15/30; Didi 15 min from center

How long should I spend at Qingming River Park?

Half day to full day

Any practical tips for Qingming River Park?

The evening 'Da Song Dong Jing Menghua' show is spectacular (¥199, 70min). Arrive 1h before closing to see it lit up. Costumed staff throughout the park.

Is Qingming River Park in Kaifeng easy for first-time visitors?

Yes as a typical tourist stop. Save the metro stop, screenshot tickets/hours, and allow extra time on weekends.

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