I came to Wenzhou after being persuaded, and it was so worth it

🌿✨【Wenzhou May Tour】A Healing Journey of Mountains, Waters, and Local Vibes✨🌿 📍Location: Southeastern Zhejiang Province, a hidden gem city along the Oujiang River! Here, mountains meet the sea, old alleys are filled with the aroma of glutinous rice, and the morning mist on Jiangxin Island looks like a fairyland~ In May, Wenzhou has a gentle breeze that's not too hot. Grab this super detailed guide and let's unlock the many ways to enjoy the "Little Paris of Southern Zhejiang"! 🚗【5-Day 4-Night Itinerary】 DAY1: Time Travel Through a Thousand Years·Song Dynasty Jiangxin Island ☀️Morning: Head straight to "Jiangxin Island"! Take the ferry and instantly travel back to the Song Dynasty~ The east and west pagodas are super photogenic 📸, and if you wear traditional Han clothing, both entrance and ferry tickets are free! If you're lucky, you might win a helicopter island tour experience 🚁 (the check-in staff says the winning rate is super high!) 🍜Noon: Try a bowl of "Shouying Pig Intestine Noodles" by the dock! The intestines are super clean, and remember to add a spoonful of chili oil when slurping the noodles 🌶️ 🌙Evening: Night cruise to see the Oujiang River light show! The river reflects the neon lights, and the drone performance is spectacular ✨ (Cruise tickets are 98 yuan/person, absolutely worth the price!) DAY2: Eat and Walk·Vibrant Wuma Street ☀️Morning: Dive into the "Wuma Historical and Cultural District"! The Republic-era architecture group has such a great feel~ Double treat at Shamao River Women's Street: almond tofu 🍧 + lantern cakes 🥟! 🍜Noon: Locally recommended "Biantou Lantern Cake"! Shredded radish mixed with fresh meat sizzles in the oil pan, with a crust so crispy it crumbles 🤤 🌙Evening: Check out the immersive "Tanghe Night Painting" performance! Watching performers dance on water is so dreamy 💃 (Tickets are 168 yuan, a bit expensive but a unique experience) DAY3: Mountain and Water Adventure·Nanxi River Rafting ☀️Morning: Yongjia "Nanxi River Bamboo Rafting"! The river water is crystal clear, and the boatmen sing folk songs 🎶 (1.5 hours of rafting is super healing) 🍜Noon: Whole roasted lamb at a hillside restaurant! Crispy outside, tender inside with a woody aroma 🐑 (Half a lamb is enough for 4 people) 🌙Evening: Stay overnight at "Taiyi·Tengxi Xiaoxian Guesthouse" 🌌! The starry sky room comes with its own bathtub, and being awakened by birdsong in the morning is absolutely amazing~ DAY4: Island Romance·Dongtou Rainbow Village ☀️Morning: Rush to "Jiucai'ao Beach"! The colorful houses look like a spilled palette 🌈, and beach motorcycling is super thrilling 🏍️ 🍜Noon: Fresh "Green Onion Clams" from the dock! So plump that juice bursts out when you bite 💦 🌙Evening: Watch the sunset from the Wanghai Tower 🌅! The sea meets the sky in a view that leaves you speechless (Tickets are 30 yuan, entry stops at 5 PM) DAY5: Artistic Finale·Shangen Music Village ☀️Morning: Visit "Shangen Music Art Village"! A creative space converted from old factories, DIY a seashell necklace at the handcraft shop 🐚 🍜Noon: Enjoy a dirty coffee ☕️ with tiramisu 🍰 at the village's "Treehouse Cafe," full of atmosphere~ 🌙Evening: Before heading back, feast at "Zhengliang Seafood"! The river crabs are perfectly prepared, and paired with beer - simply the best 🍻 🌟【Top 5 Must-Visit Spots】 1️⃣ Jiangxin Island ⏰8:30-17:30｜Free 🆓! The Song Dynasty market is great for shopping, and wearing Han clothing instantly transforms you into a noble lady 👘 🎪Features: Helicopter experience/Ancient-style role-playing games/Rubbing art experience (50-200 yuan per activity) 2️⃣ Yandang Mountain Via Ferrata ⏰8:00-16:00｜Thrilling cliff climbing! Selfies on the steel cables will blow up your social media 📸 (180 yuan ticket includes equipment) 3️⃣ Wutian Old Street ⏰Open all day｜Blue bricks and gray tiles are super photogenic! At night when the lanterns light up, it's like stepping into "Spirited Away" 🌃 🍢Bonus: The "Jiushan Lake Ice Cream" 🍦 at the entrance has a refreshing mint flavor that's mind-blowing! 4️⃣ Nantang Night Painting ⏰19:30-21:00｜Light and water screen + live dance, Wenzhou's version of "Impression West Lake" 💧 (Strongly recommend VIP front row seats!) 5️⃣ Wuma Street Food Tour ⏰Recommended after 5 PM｜Lantern cake → lard cake → fish ball soup → ice cream with beaten eggs 🍳, a carb bomb that sends you flying with joy! 🏨【Accommodation Recommendations】 ✨Taiyi Smart Hotel (Wuma Branch) 📍21 Gong'an Road, Lucheng District｜3-minute walk to Wuma Street! 🌟Floating bathtub room + Wang Xizhi themed room, even the toilets are smart and heated 🚽! The rooftop terrace offers a panoramic view of Wuma Street 🌇 💰300+ yuan per person｜Includes Han clothing experience vouchers! 🚌【Transportation Tips and Warnings】 👍Highly recommended: Water Bus Line 2! 3 yuan from Xiaonanmen to Nantang, with scenery along the way that will make you cry tears of joy 😍 (Few departures, so time it right) 😭Avoid: Don't take a taxi to Jiangxin Island on holidays! Traffic jams start at 1 hour minimum, taking bus route 28 directly is better 🚌 🚄Cross-district magic: S1 Light Rail! Airport → City Center → Ouhai, with sea views along the way 🌊 🍜【Food Highlights】 1️⃣ Lantern Cake ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Crispy when fresh out of the pan! White radish shreds mixed with runny egg, you'll want a second bite even if it burns your mouth 🔥 2️⃣ Glutinous Rice ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Meat sauce + crushed fried dough sticks is a heavenly combination! Savory fans choose meat gravy topping, sweet fans sprinkle white sugar 🍚 3️⃣ Duck Tongues ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Tengqiao brand vacuum-packed is the most authentic! You'll lick your fingers clean after finishing a pack while watching shows 👅 4️⃣ River Crab Sashimi ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Raw marinated blue crab mixed with garlic and vinegar! Cold and smooth like jelly, perfect with alcohol 🍶 5️⃣ Fish Ball Soup ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Irregular shapes are the soul! Sprinkle some pepper in the soup, and the freshness will blow your mind 🐟 💰【Expense Breakdown】 Transportation 500+ (including high-speed rail/taxis/buses)｜Accommodation 4 nights averaging 1000+ per person｜Tickets 500+｜Food and drinks 800+｜Total: 3000 yuan for a fantastic experience! 🌈【Ultimate Tips】 ✅Bring sunscreen + mosquito repellent! The mosquitoes at Nanxi River are super friendly 😅 ✅Arrive at Jiangxin Island before 9 AM for Han clothing experience! The nice styles get taken quickly 👗 ✅Jiucai'ao Beach is free after 5 PM! Save on tickets while watching the sunset 🌄 ❌Don't wear white shoes to Wutian Old Street! The cobblestone roads can splash mud 🤦 May in Wenzhou looks like it has a filter from heaven~ River breeze carrying seafood aromas, old streets hiding bygone times, from mountains to city, every frame is worth collecting 📷 Pack your bags and let this healing journey cure your 996 work syndrome! 💼→🎒