Overview
Wuhu is a mid-sized city in Anhui Province that many Chinese travelers overlook, but it rewards visitors with authentic Anhui cuisine including the famous stinky mandarin fish (臭鳜鱼) and hand-pulled shrimp noodles (芜湖虾子面). The city makes an ideal day trip from larger hubs like Nanjing (90 km east) or Hefei (150 km northwest), offering a more relaxed alternative to major tourist destinations with fewer crowds and lower prices.
Day Trips · Nature
Before you go
Accommodation
Budget hotels near train stations start from ¥150. Mid-range lakeside hotels from ¥300. Luxury riverside properties from ¥700.
Food
Budget 30-60 CNY per meal for local restaurants. Wuhu shrimp noodles (虾子面) are a must-try specialty of the city.
Money
Cash and mobile payment (WeChat Pay, Alipay) widely accepted. ATMs available near banks and shopping centers.
Transport
Wuhu is accessible by train from Nanjing (under 1 hour) and Hefei (about 1.5 hours). Wuhu Xuanzhou Airport serves domestic flights. City buses and taxi apps like Didi are available.
