Jiaxing 2-Day Tour Guide

Travel in the opposite direction after the Lunar New Year and unlock the slow life of Jiangnan water towns in Jiaxing. Located at the intersection of Wu and Yue, Jiaxing is a typical Jiangnan city, the birthplace of the Communist Party of China, and the hometown of Jin Yong. Nanhu Lake is also the setting of the battle between the Seven Freaks of Jiangnan and Qiu Chuji in The Legend of the Condor Heroes. Experience the culture of Wu and Yue and Jin Yong's martial arts culture. ... 🚅Transportation Jiaxing is close to Shanghai, Suzhou, and Hangzhou. There are two train stations: Jiaxing Station and Jiaxing South Station. Jiaxing Station is located in the city center, while Jiaxing South Station is further away. However, there is a tram that goes directly to the city center. There are shared electric bikes in the city center. 🏨Accommodation Near Nanhu Lake and Yuehe Street 🏃🏻‍♀️Route Day 1: Jiaxing Museum - Huijingyuan Wharf, Nanhu Lake - Misty Rain Tower - Nanhu Tiandi - Train Station - Wuxiang Temple/Hao Gu Tower - Zicheng Ruins Park - Catholic Church - Shaonian Road - Yuehe Historical Street (all within walking distance). Day 2: 🚖Wuzhen - 🚌Tongxiang High-Speed Railway Station 🍜Food Jiaxing is famous for its zongzi (rice dumplings). Wufangzhai and Zhenzhenlaolao are two well-known stores. We recommend the salted egg yolk and pork zongzi. In summer, you can also try the local specialty, Nanhu water caltrop. ... 🚦Must-visit Attractions 1️⃣Jiaxing Museum A great place to learn about the water town culture of Jiaxing. A must-visit for tourists. 2️⃣Nanhu Lake Together with West Lake in Hangzhou and East Lake in Shaoxing, Nanhu Lake is one of the three famous lakes in Zhejiang. Main attractions include Misty Rain Tower, Xiaoyingzhou, Wuxiang Temple & Hao Gu Tower, the Red Boat of the First National Congress of the Communist Party of China, and the Nanhu Revolutionary Memorial Hall. Misty Rain Tower and the Red Boat are located on the island in the center of the lake. You need to take a ferry from Huijingyuan Wharf (CNY 20 for a round trip). 🌟Misty Rain Tower is named after the poem "480 temples in the Southern Dynasties, how many pavilions are in the mist and rain?" It has a rich history and culture. It is also the place where the Seven Taoist Priests of Quanzhen fought Huang Yaoshi in The Legend of the Condor Heroes. 🌟Wuxiang Temple was built in memory of Wu Zixu. Climb Hao Gu Tower for a panoramic view of Nanhu Lake and Jiaxing. Trains pass by the nearby railway from time to time. 3️⃣Nanhu Tiandi When you leave the island by ferry, the ferry will stop at Nanhu Tiandi Wharf. You can only get off here. It is an open commercial street with a "Jiaxing" wall for photos. 4️⃣Jiaxing Station Known as the "train station in the forest," it is the first fully underground train station in China. It is full of technology. The north station building is a restoration of the old building and is now open as an exhibition hall. It is both retro and high-end. 5️⃣Zicheng Ruins Park With a history of over 1,700 years, it has always been the site of the county and government offices of Jiaxing throughout the dynasties. It has witnessed every step of Jiaxing's urban development. 6️⃣Catholic Church A Gothic-style building completed in 1917, it is known as the "third church in the Far East." The lawn in front of the church is a great place for photos. 7️⃣Yuehe Historical Street Walk through Shaonian Road from the Catholic Church to reach this ancient street with the characteristics of Jiangnan water towns. The bluestone road, small bridges, and flowing water make for great photos. We recommend visiting the Zongzi Culture Museum to learn about the history of Jiaxing zongzi. You can also learn how to make zongzi, which is super fun! 9️⃣Wuzhen On the second day, we chose Wuzhen over Xitang for the ancient town tour. Tickets for Xizha in Wuzhen are CNY 150, Dongzha CNY 110, and a joint ticket is CNY 190. We only visited Xizha due to time constraints. On the way back, take bus K281 from Wuzhen Bus Station to Tongxiang High-Speed Railway Station. ... The two-day itinerary is compact and rich, allowing you to experience the natural beauty, history, culture, and modern charm of Jiaxing. It is worth a visit!