Essential Xuzhou Travel Guide (Comprehensive)

Recommended Attractions - Historical and Cultural Sites - Xuzhou Museum: Serving as both a museum and the Qianlong Emperor's temporary palace during his southern inspection tours, it boasts a rich collection, including the jade burial suit from the Han Dynasty. It offers insights into Xuzhou's history and culture and is open from 9:00 to 17:00, Tuesday to Sunday; closed on Mondays. - Gushan Han Tomb: The tomb chambers feature meticulous carvings, grand scale, and ingenious design, providing a glimpse into ancient funerary culture. It is located at No. 3, Xiangwang North Road, Gulou District, Xuzhou. - Xuzhou Han Culture Scenic Area: Showcasing the essence of the Han Dynasty culture, it includes the Chu King's Mausoleum on Shizi Mountain and the Museum of Han Terracotta Warriors and Horses. It serves as a Han culture preservation base integrating historical exhibitions, garden landscapes, and tourism. - Natural Scenery - Yunlong Lake Scenic Area: With its picturesque lake and mountains, it offers opportunities for strolling, boating, cycling, and enjoying the beautiful scenery in all seasons, making it a great place for leisure. - Yunlong Mountain: Hike or take a cable car up the mountain to enjoy a panoramic view of the city from the viewing platform. Ascend from the west gate of Yunlong Mountain, and you can reach the viewing platform in about 20 minutes. - Featured Blocks - Huilongwo Historical and Cultural Block: A concentration of old buildings in Xuzhou, it is ideal for taking photos after the lights are turned on at night. With many surrounding snacks, it is full of local life. - Hubu Mountain: Known as "One Hubu Mountain, Half the History of Xuzhou," it features numerous ancient buildings and is adjacent to Ximatai, allowing you to experience the ancient charm of the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Recommended Food - Featured Dishes - Diguoji (Chicken Stew in an Iron Pot): Tender chicken and flavorful pancakes soaked in broth make it Xuzhou's signature dish. - Ba Zi Rou (Braised Pork): Large chunks of pork are stewed until tender, rich but not greasy, making it a perfect dish with rice. - Flavor Snacks - Spicy Soup: Spicy and delicious, it is often made with chicken broth as a base, with the addition of gluten, kelp, fungus, and other ingredients, making it a favorite breakfast for Xuzhou locals. - Sha Tang: Made with chicken broth, it has a delicious taste and can be eaten with pot stickers. Accommodation Suggestions - Near the city center and Pengcheng Square: Such as Xuzhou Suning Hyatt Hotel and Xuzhou Yundongjing Hotel, they offer convenient transportation, shopping, and dining, and can overlook the beautiful scenery of the city. - Near Yunlong Lake: There are Xuzhou Kaiyuan Mingdu Hotel, Xuzhou Marriott Hotel, etc., with a beautiful environment and lake views. Itinerary Arrangement - Two Days and One Night Tour - Day 1: After arriving in Xuzhou in the morning, head to Baolian Temple, then go to Fengchu Street for snacks; in the afternoon, visit Ximatai, Hubu Mountain, and Huilongwo; in the evening, taste the local cuisine nearby and experience Xuzhou's nightlife. - Day 2: Visit the Xuzhou Museum in the morning, and in the afternoon, head to Yunlong Mountain. Take a cable car from the viewing platform to Yunlong Lake, where you can cycle around the lake or take a boat trip. - Three Days and Two Nights Tour - Day 1: Same as the first day of the two-day and one-night tour. - Day 2: Visit Gushan Han Tomb in the morning, go to Fuguo Street for shopping and snacks in the afternoon, and then head to Xing Shi Community and 1818 Night Market. - Day 3: Visit the Xuzhou Han Culture Scenic Area in the morning, and have free time in the afternoon to relax around Yunlong Lake.