Taierzhuang Ancient Town May Day Travel Guide | Stay at Wenhui Building and Never Get Lost

Hey everyone! Looking for a fun and photogenic place for the May Day holiday? Taierzhuang Ancient Town is absolutely the perfect choice! I stayed at the Wenhui Building and had an amazing experience. Here's my guide - don't forget to like and save it! 🚗 Transportation Guide 1. Self-driving: Navigate directly to the west gate of Taierzhuang Ancient Town scenic area. Since there will be crowds during the May Day holiday, I recommend leaving early to avoid parking queues. If the west gate parking lot is full, you can also check out the south gate parking lot which opens during holidays. 2. High-speed rail: First arrive at Zaozhuang high-speed railway station. Once you exit, you'll see signs for the BRT rapid transit B10. Take it to the final stop and you'll reach the ancient town - super convenient! 3. Regular train: If you arrive at Zaozhuang West Railway Station, first take BRT rapid transit B1 to Zaozhuang Passenger Transport Center, then transfer to B2 to the final stop. The transfer is a bit troublesome, but enjoying the scenery along the way isn't bad! 🎫 Ticket Information 1. 40 yuan/person for residents from Shandong Zaozhuang, Linyi, Jining, Heze, and Jiangsu Xuzhou; 118 yuan/person for other regions. You can freely enter and exit within two days - such a great deal! 2. Free admission with valid ID for children under 1.4 meters tall, seniors over 60, people with disabilities, active military personnel, firefighters, and journalists. If you're traveling with eligible family members, remember to bring their IDs! 🏠 Staying at Wenhui Building 📍 Perfect location: Right on the main street inside the ancient town, close to the west gate, about a 5-minute walk from the west entrance. The famous Xie Yu Da teapot check-in spot is right across the street. Super convenient for exploring the ancient town - everything is nearby. 🛏 Smart facilities: As a newly opened star-rated hotel, all room facilities are fully automated, and there's even a massage chair. After a day of exploring, just relax in the massage chair and your fatigue instantly disappears. Some rooms have large bathtubs and scenic balconies - soak in the tub at night while enjoying the ancient town's night view - absolutely delightful. 💁 Thoughtful service: The front desk staff are particularly warm and attentive, not only helping plan touring routes but also introducing hidden spots in the ancient town. When I checked in with my child, they even gave us an extra bowl of yellow flower noodles - so heartwarming! 📅 Touring Route 1. Morning: Enter the ancient town through the east gate, first visit the Taierzhuang Battle Site Park to experience that passionate history and receive a patriotic education. Then stroll through the ancient streets and alleys, admiring the Ming and Qing architecture. You might even discover some hidden gem shops. 2. Noon: Find a restaurant in the ancient town to try Zaozhuang spicy chicken - tender chicken with fragrant chili peppers that goes perfectly with several bowls of rice. Don't miss the vegetable pancakes either - crispy on the outside with rich fillings. 3. Afternoon: Watch the "Chinese Flag and Lion Dance" at Revival Square (show times 15:00, 16:30) - the spectacular performance will make you cheer. Then go to Tianhou Temple Square where, if you're lucky, you might catch the "Emperor Qianlong's Tour of Taierzhuang" performance (starts at 10:00), as if traveling back to ancient times. 4. Evening: Don't miss the must-see "Fire Dragon Steel Flowers" (19:30 at Revival Square) - 1500°C molten iron bursting into brilliant "starlight" in the air is super impressive. After the show, take a walk along the river, admiring the magnificent night view of the ancient town and feeling the gentleness of the water town. If you get tired, head back to Wenhui Building to rest, where a comfortable bed awaits to soothe your fatigue. 👘 Special Experiences 1. Hanfu experience: There are many Hanfu experience shops in the ancient town. Get your makeup and hair done in advance, put on beautiful Hanfu, and take photos on stone bridges, in alleys, and by the river. The photos turn out amazing, as if you've traveled back in time to become an ancient beauty. 2. Rowing boat: You must take a rowing boat ride. The boatwoman rows while singing folk songs, slowly cruising through the canals as you enjoy the ancient buildings and night scenery on both banks - a truly leisurely experience. 💕 Tips 1. Download the Taierzhuang Ancient Town guide map on your phone in advance to plan your route and avoid taking wrong turns. 2. Follow the "Taierzhuang Ancient Town" official account to check the performance schedule and arrange your time reasonably to avoid missing wonderful performances. 3. During the May Day holiday, there will be many tourists. Take care of your personal belongings, travel civilly, and help maintain the beautiful environment of the ancient town. Everyone, come to Taierzhuang Ancient Town and start an unforgettable water town journey at Wenhui Building! Feel free to ask me any questions in the comments!