A beautiful city with a rich cultural heritage!
Here's a Ningbo travel guide, including introductions to attractions, food, accommodation, and more:
Recommended Attractions
- Tianyi Pavilion Museum: The largest existing private library in Asia, with simple and elegant architecture and exquisite gardens, where you can experience a rich cultural atmosphere. Address: No. 10, Tianyi Street, Haishu District, Ningbo.
- Old Bund: Predating the Shanghai Bund by 20 years, it's lined with European-style old buildings, brilliantly lit at night, with lively bars. You can also take a cruise to enjoy the night view of Sanjiangkou.
- Dongqian Lake: A famous leisure resort in Ningbo. Cycle around the lake, admire the scenery, visit Little Putuo to see the Water Guanyin, pray at Xiayu Temple, and experience the charm of a Jiangnan water town in Hanling Old Street.
- Xikou-Tengtou Tourist Area: Includes attractions such as Xuedoushan Mountain. It boasts beautiful natural scenery and is also the hometown of Chiang Kai-shek, with a rich cultural heritage.
- Romon U-Park: An indoor theme park with many exciting and family-friendly rides and shows, suitable for the whole family.
Recommended Food
- Ningbo Tangyuan (Glutinous Rice Balls): A signature dish of the century-old restaurant, Gang Ya Gou. Soft, glutinous, and sweet, with rich fillings such as black sesame and lard.
- Youzanzi (Fried Dough Twists): Youzanzi from Wang Ayi Wenchang Youzanzi, Nantang Youzanzi, and other shops are crispy and come in sweet and savory flavors. They are a local specialty snack.
- Crab Fried Rice Cakes: Fresh crab and soft rice cakes combine to create a rich and flavorful classic Ningbo dish.
- Fried Yellow Croaker in Tofu Skin: Fresh yellow croaker is wrapped in tofu skin and fried until crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a rich aroma.
- Yellow Croaker with Pickled Vegetables: The salty and fresh pickled vegetables perfectly complement the tender yellow croaker, resulting in a juicy fish dish with a rich sauce, perfect with rice.
Accommodation Recommendations
- Near Tianyi Square and Old Bund: For example, Ningbo Zhen Ting Hotel offers convenient access to many attractions, restaurants, and shopping areas.
- Dongqian Lake Area: Hotels such as Park Hyatt Ningbo Resort and Spa and Hilton Ningbo Dongqian Lake Resort offer beautiful surroundings, perfect for leisure vacations and enjoying the lake view.
Itinerary
- Day 1: City History and Culture Tour: Visit Tianyi Pavilion Museum in the morning; enjoy Ningbo's specialties for lunch; visit Moon Lake Park in the afternoon to appreciate the lake and mountains and visit old houses; experience local life at Nantang Old Street in the evening; and enjoy the night view and bar culture at the Old Bund.
- Day 2: Dongqian Lake Natural Scenery Tour: Head to Dongqian Lake in the morning. Choose to cycle or take a boat tour around the lake, visit Little Putuo and Xiayu Temple; have seafood by the lake for lunch; and visit Hanling Old Street, Hanling Art Exhibition, and Dongqian Lake Art Museum in the afternoon.
- Day 3: Surrounding Cultural and Natural Tour: Visit Xikou-Tengtou Tourist Area, explore Xuedoushan Mountain, visit the former residence of Chiang Kai-shek, and return to the city in the afternoon.
Transportation Guide
- External Transportation: Fly to Ningbo Lishe International Airport or take the high-speed train to Ningbo Station or Ningbo East Station.
- City Transportation: The subway provides direct access to most attractions; the bus network is extensive; taxis and ride-hailing services are also available.