Where are some good places for self-driving trips near Changsha? 9 places in Hunan province suitable for family self-driving trips

Looking for a weekend getaway in Hunan province that's not too far away or doesn't require a long holiday? Check out these 9 family-friendly destinations for a self-driving trip!

Osmanthus Gorge

Osmanthus Gorge is located within the Zhouluo Nature Reserve (Zhouluo Grand Canyon Scenic Area) in the eastern part of Shegang Town. The hillsides on both sides of the creek in the enchanting Zhouluo Valley are covered with approximately 1,026 wild osmanthus trees, including three varieties: red osmanthus, silver osmanthus, and golden osmanthus. This large-scale wild osmanthus group is extremely rare. In addition to osmanthus, the gorge features towering cliffs and steep precipices, forming more than 80 waterfalls of various sizes. Butterflies often flutter around, giving the place a sense of a secluded paradise in the mountains. It is an ideal spot for a weekend drive to relax and unwind.

Zhangjiajie

"A miniature fairyland, an enlarged bonsai," shrouded in mist and clouds, hiding deep secrets, witnessing the vicissitudes of life. Zhangjiajie boasts a complete range of tourism resources, including mountains, rivers, caves, and rafting, with peaks piercing the sky. For the breathtaking scenery of Zhangjiajie, there are three thousand versions from three thousand visitors. The mountains in Pandora from the movie 'Avatar' were filmed here. Although Changsha is more than 300 kilometers away from Zhangjiajie, it only takes three and a half hours to drive there. The beauty of Zhangjiajie is worth seeing with your own eyes.
Changsha is indeed quite far from Fenghuang Ancient Town, requiring more than 5 hours of driving. However, many people still choose to drive there, enjoying the scenery along the way. Arriving in the southwestern mountainous area of this ancient country in the distant East, it is tranquil and mysterious, with winding rivers and a long history. In our opinion, even for the name Shen Congwen, one should visit Fenghuang at least once. This charming small town is nestled by the mountains and rivers, with interlaced stone slabs within the town and the clear Tuo River outside. Folk songs echo back and forth, creating a scene of tranquility and peace. Here, lying on a soft rattan chair, brewing a cup of tea, just like Cuicui in 'Border Town', waiting for an outcome that might be nothing at all...

Golden Sun Hot Spring Resort

The hot spring here is known as the 'First Spring of Xiaoxiang', a natural hot spring with a spring eye temperature as high as 102 degrees Celsius. There are about 108 hot spring pools of various sizes here, so no matter what style you want to experience, you can find it. How about a hot spring soak?

Tongcheng Hot Spring

Tongcheng Hot Spring is located in Ningxiang County, Changsha City, the hometown of Liu Shaoqi. It is only a 30-minute drive from downtown Changsha. Tongcheng Hot Spring is the first hot spring in the country to rely on the rare metasilicic acid type simple hot spring, which is a special type of Huitang Hot Spring. It is very beneficial to the human body and is very suitable for a weekend gathering with friends or enjoying family time.

Tianji Ridge

If you want to escape the city's smog on the weekend and breathe some fresh air from nature, you can drive to Tianji Ridge National Forest Park for a visit. The park covers an area of 140 hectares, with forest coverage exceeding 85%, making it a natural oxygen bar. The park features valleys, meadows, lakes, and the picturesque Fairy Lake. There are also a cherry blossom garden in spring and an osmanthus garden with fragrant osmanthus in the golden autumn, among other attractions.

Feitian Hot Spring

Feitian Hot Spring is located by the Liuyang River, surrounded by beautiful scenery of mountains and water. It is the best place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and relax. The eight major hot spring areas, including the Chinese Health Preservation Area, Beauty and Skincare Area, Hot Spring SPA Area, National Beauty Area, Liujin Years Area, Paradise Area, Tree-top Hot Spring Area, and Special Leisure Area, allow you to relax your body and mind amidst the green mountains and waters.

Qingtianzai Farm

Due to the fast-paced life in the city, more and more people want to experience the slow-paced rural life. Qingtianzai Farm is a good choice. Pick a weekend, go on a self-driving tour, bring your family or invite three or five friends. Here, you will not only be surrounded by green mountains but also enjoy the leisure of bamboo forests. You can have a barbecue in the jungle, fish by the lake, or leisurely climb the mountain and pray for your family at the temple. If there are many people, you can even have a real-life CS game and then enjoy a delicious farmhouse meal, making for a delightful day.
The 'Where Are We Going, Dad?' Guanshan Ancient Town Parent-Child Challenge is based on scenic spots from the Three Kingdoms stories. It features nine creative experience activities, creating a unique Three Kingdoms-themed parent-child carnival. Activities include 'Borrowing Arrows with Straw Boats,' 'The Battle of Chu and Han,' 'Guanshan Heroes Meeting,' and more. Children hold a passbook, traverse thrilling adventures, experience Three Kingdoms culture, and enjoy Guanshan Ancient Town!