A long, narrow island in the middle of the Xiang River, lined with parks, walking paths, an orange orchard of 1,200 trees, and the famous 32-meter granite bust of a young Mao Zedong. General admission is free and it offers some of the best skyline and river views in Changsha, with a spectacular Hundred-Meter Fountain show during holidays.
9 hand-picked things to do in Changsha, China — 5 completely free — each with a real address, price, hours, and an insider tip. Updated June 2026.
Orange Isle (Juzizhou), Yuelu Mountain & Aiwan Pavilion, Hunan Museum (Mawangdui Han Tombs) are among the 5 completely free activities in our Changsha list. Each entry includes the address, hours, and an insider tip.
Our 9 hand-picked Changsha activities range from free up to about $20 per person, with most under $25. Use the Free / Budget toggle on the deck to deal within your price range.
Every activity is a real, verified place or experience with a current price, address, and opening hours — hand-picked for travelers and locals. Last updated June 2026.
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