Changsha Huanghua International Airport 33 min
Hunan Forestry Botanical Garden (9 min) Orange Island Park (39 min) Yuelu Academy (26 min)
Tours are available of this Song Dynasty–era institute of higher learning in serene garden environs. Yuelu Mountain (36 min)
Although it is not tall, this mountain is famous as it is home to a great number of scenic spots. Young Mao Zedong statue (42 min) Tianxin Pavilion (24 min)
Recreation of a centuries-old pavilion complex marking the old city walls, surrounded by greenery. Shiyanhu Ecological Park (36 min) Yanghu Wetland Park (21 min)
Wetland and park Former Residence of Jia Yi (28 min)
Historic site and history Hunan Museum (30 min)
Large museum set on 12 acres, offering collections of artful historical objects & cultural events. Hunan Martyr's Park (29 min)
Lakeside walks, memorials & pagodas in a sprawling city park with skyscraper views & boat rentals. Changsha Ferris Wheel (22 min) Changsha Window of the World (29 min)
Replicas of iconic global sites from Mount Rushmore to the Egyptian pyramids, plus amusement rides. Autumn-Admiring Pavilion (26 min)
Mountain, autumn leaf color, and historic site Mawangdui (23 min)
Sheltered excavation site of the Mawangdui Han Dynasty Tombs, part of the nearby Hunan Museum. | 
