[2025 Jiashan Attraction] Travel Guide for Songzilaifeng Bridge (Updated May)

Suzhou, Wuzhen, and Hangzhou—explore the picturesque water towns of Jiangnan in three days! Experience the perfect blend of ancient and modern. Don't miss this beautiful itinerary! -- 🏞️ Itinerary: DAY 1: Humble Administrator's Garden -> Shantang Street -> Wuzhen -> West Scenic Zone Wander through the classical Humble Administrator's Garden, stroll along Shantang Street to experience the ancient charm, and then head to Wuzhen's West Scenic Zone to enjoy the water town at night. DAY 2: East Scenic Zone -> Xitang Scenic Area -> Sending-Son-to-Phoenix Bridge -> Hangzhou Songcheng Park Explore the morning scenery of Wuzhen's East Scenic Zone, then head to Xitang, walk across the ancient Sending-Son-to-Phoenix Bridge, and travel through a thousand years of history at Hangzhou Songcheng Park in the evening. DAY 3: West Lake Scenic Area -> Leifeng Pagoda -> Qinghefang Ancient Street Immerse yourself in the beauty of West Lake, climb Leifeng Pagoda to overlook the picturesque scenery, and finally stroll along Qinghefang Ancient Street to savor the charm of old Hangzhou. -- Must-see attractions: - 🌄 West Lake Scenic Area: A blend of nature and culture, the area around the lake is full of beautiful scenery. Don't miss it! - 🎋 Humble Administrator's Garden: Want to experience the charm of water and mountains? Come here, every step is like stepping into a classical painting. - 🏞️ Wuzhen: A time-honored ancient water town in Jiangnan and the filming location of *Romance in the Rain*. Experience its simplicity and romance! -- 🎒 Packing List: Suzhou-Wuzhen-Hangzhou Trip 👚👖 Clothing: Pack light cotton clothing. Considering the November weather, a light jacket is recommended. Comfortable shoes, such as flats or sneakers, are essential for walking around West Lake and the ancient town of Wuzhen. 📸🎧 Accessories: Don't forget your phone, camera, and selfie stick to capture the beautiful scenery. A power bank, charging cable, and headphones will ensure your devices stay powered up and allow you to enjoy music during your trip. 🆔💊 Documents and Medication: Prepare your ID card, student ID, and other necessary documents. Also, pack common medications such as gastrointestinal and cold medicine. Remember to bring mosquito repellent, as mosquitoes are common in the water towns of Wuzhen. -- The gardens of Suzhou, the water town of Wuzhen, and the West Lake of Hangzhou—don't hesitate! Save this guide and start your Jiangnan water town adventure!

🌟Treasure Discovery! Two-Day Immersive Xitang Scenic Area Travel Guide! 🎉First encounter with Jiangnan, you should immerse yourself in the long-lasting charm of the ancient town. The scenery of Jiangnan and the memories of the past are all recreated in Xitang Ancient Town. Let's step into this slow-paced water town life together and feel its unique tranquility and comfort. 【Must-Visit Attractions, Not to Be Missed】 ✨ Songzi Laifeng Bridge: The iconic building of Xitang, symbolizing the beautiful wish of receiving blessings. On both sides of the bridge, one side is a walkway and the other is a slope, as if telling the ancient legends of the town. ✨ Yongning Viewing Platform: Standing on this bridge, you can have a panoramic view of Xitang's beautiful riverbanks. The distant boats and the nearby misty corridors are unique sceneries of the ancient town. ✨ Misty Corridor: A characteristic building of Xitang, walking in it feels like being in a misty Jiangnan water town painting. ✨ West Street Shopping Area: This is a shopping paradise, with numerous small shops offering a wide variety of specialty products. Whether you are looking for souvenirs or tasting local delicacies, this is a place you cannot miss. ✨ Drunken Garden: A small and exquisite garden, with pools, rockeries, corridors, and bamboo, showcasing the family culture and ingenious design of Xitang. 【Accommodation and Dining Recommendations, Enjoy Local Life】 🏠Accommodation: Choosing to stay inside or outside the scenic area has its own conveniences. If you choose to stay inside, it is more convenient for strolling and many homestays offer exquisite afternoon tea and beautiful river views. You can contact the homestay owner in advance to enjoy the pick-up service. 🍲Food: Xitang's specialty foods such as wonton duck pot and lotus leaf steamed pork, as well as the bar street on Tangdong Street at night, are brightly lit and a great place to enjoy food, listen to music, and relax. 【Two-Day Itinerary Recommendation】 Day 1: Depart for Xitang and experience the charm of the ancient town. First, visit Songzi Laifeng Bridge and Yongning Bridge to feel the unique charm of the ancient town. Then stroll through the Misty Corridor and enjoy the tranquility and comfort of Jiangnan water town. In the evening, taste Xitang's specialty foods and experience the night charm of the ancient town. Day 2: In the morning, visit the West Street Shopping Area to taste local specialty products and foods. Then visit the Drunken Garden to learn about Xitang's family culture. In the afternoon, you can go to Nanxun Ancient Town to experience its gardens and library culture. In the evening, you can experience Hanfu in the ancient town to end the trip perfectly. Come to Xitang Ancient Town and experience this slow-paced life! Let the busy you, me, and everyone find a piece of tranquility here.

#favouriteitinerary Songzi Laifeng Bridge, with its unique design, is one of the iconic structures of Xitang Ancient Town. Personal Opinion: In my opinion, Songzi Laifeng Bridge's distinctive architecture makes it a standout landmark in Xitang. Its unique design adds to the charm and character of the ancient town, making it a must-visit for anyone exploring the area.

Average temperature: 0–14°C. Be sure to wear a down jacket in February. Cherry blossoms may bloom in Xitang at the end of March! 🍃Xitang 2-Day Tour Guide｜Enjoy a Slow Life in the Water Town of Jiangnan🍃A healing travel destination for friends, couples, and solo travelers! The covered corridors, flagstone roads, and sculling boats in Xitang are all photogenic! Detailed routes, food, and accommodation recommendations are included. Save this guide for your trip! 📅 Itinerary: 2 days and 1 night Day 1: Stroll around the water town and feel the life of the ancient town 1⃣ Morning: Morning tour of the covered corridor 7:00–9:00 Get up early to avoid the crowds! Xitang is shrouded in mist in the morning. The light and shadow under the covered corridor are beautiful. Take a walk along the river and take photos! Yongning Bridge is a must-see (the best viewing point in Xitang, the covered corridor on the north bank is like a dragon, and the photos are like ink paintings). 9:30–11:30 Explore the ancient alleys: From Shipi Lane (the narrowest lane) → Zongfutang (a house from the Ming and Qing Dynasties) → Songzi Laifeng Bridge (a double bridge with auspicious meaning), feel the water town's features of "many bridges, lanes, and covered corridors". 2⃣ Noon: Taste the food in Xitang Must-eat food: Steamed pork with rice flour (pork belly is tender and tasty, with the fragrance of lotus leaves) Guan Laotai Stinky Tofu (crispy outside and tender inside, the sauce is the soul) Gorgon cake (glutinous and sweet, the best gift) Recommended restaurants: Qiantang Renjia (by the river, enjoy the view while eating) or Old Street Snack Bar (authentic and affordable). 3⃣ Afternoon: Cultural immersion tour 14:00–16:00 Visit the Button Museum (Xue's House), Xiyuan (Jiangnan Garden), and Zhang Zheng Root Carving Art Museum to learn about the crafts and history of Xitang. 16:30–18:00 Find a riverside teahouse, drink Biluochun tea, and listen to Pingtan, and enjoy a leisurely afternoon. 4⃣ Evening: Boat trip and sunset Rent a sculling boat (CNY 80/boat, 12 people can share the cost), watch the sunset on the river, and listen to the boatman tell the legend of the ancient town. Night tours are more recommended! Xitang is like a dream under the lights. 5⃣ Night: Bar street The nightlife in Xitang starts when the lanterns are lit! It is recommended to listen to folk songs in "Dabing's Cabin" or have a drink in a bar to feel the romance and relaxation of the water town. Day 2: Deep experience and unlock niche activities 1⃣ Morning: Experience the life of the ancient town 8:00–10:00 Get up early to visit the morning market, buy fresh fruits and vegetables, and taste soy milk and fried dough sticks with the locals to experience the original life of the water town. 10:30–12:00 DIY: Try painting a fan or making blue calico, and take home a unique travel souvenir (a studio near "Zuiyuan" is recommended). 2⃣ Afternoon: Explore the surroundings and take photos 13:00–15:00 Visit "Five Girls Theme Park" or "Huanxiu Bridge", wear Hanfu or cheongsam, and take photos of Jiangnan (there are many rental shops in the ancient town, about CNY 50/hour). 15:30–17:00 Avoid the main street, go to the niche alleys such as "Lirengang" and "Shaoxianggang", and find hidden cafes and handmade shops. 🏠 Accommodation recommendations: Stay in the scenery Riverside Inn: "Xitang Fusheng Yisu" and "Mingjufang" are recommended. Open the window to see the river and boats, and sleep by the water at night. Cost-effective choice: Boutique homestays outside the scenic area, such as "Xitang Manyue", are quiet and have new facilities.

【Attractions】 ✅Yanyu Corridor: unique Jiangnan water town architecture, walking through it, it feels like traveling through thousands of years ✅Songzi Laifeng Bridge: an ancient bridge with beautiful meaning, a good place to take photos ✅Yongning Bridge: The same filming location as Jay Chou, and also the most crowded place. Another filming location is located at the intersection of Tangjia Nong Road. ✅Bar Street: That is Xitang East Street on the map, it is indeed very noisy. But I have to admit that the night view is really beautiful. ✅Xitang Flower Lane: Those who like taking photos can take a detour to this place, the only place filled with smoke. 【Gofesong Chocolate Town】14:00-17:00 🎫Tickets: 98 yuan for adults, 68 yuan for children (including chocolate DIY) ✨Three major ways to play: 1⃣Take a small train through the Cocoa Forest (departs every hour) 2⃣ Parent-child chocolate making class (can make 12 shaped chocolates) 3⃣Try more than 50 kinds of chocolate! Recommended Coconut Latte Sandwich 📸Photo spots: Giant chocolate fountain, rainbow candy house, European-style castle 🌟Must-check-in items: 1️⃣ Visit the Chocolate Factory: Learn about the chocolate making process and taste freshly baked chocolate🍫, which is fragrant and smooth, and you will feel extremely happy! 2️⃣ Children's Playground: A huge outdoor playground with slides, swings, sand pools...the kids can't stop playing! 🎪 3️⃣Chocolate theme restaurant: a variety of creative delicacies to satisfy your taste buds! 🍽️

Visit Suzhou, Wuzhen, and Hangzhou, and enjoy a 4-day tour of the water towns in Jiangnan! The ancient charm and beautiful scenery are not to be missed! -------------------- 🚩Itinerary: D1: Lingering Garden—Wuzhen—Xizha On the first day, you will travel between classical gardens and water towns. The exquisite layout of Lingering Garden is amazing, and the ancient charm of Wuzhen and Xizha is unforgettable. D2: Xitang Scenic Area—Songzi Laifeng Bridge—West Lake Scenic Area—Hangzhou Songcheng On the second day, you will visit Xitang, a water town in Jiangnan, to experience the stories of pedestrians on the bridge, then go to West Lake to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the lake and mountains, and finally go to Songcheng to experience the prosperity of a thousand years ago. D3: Lingyin Feilai Peak Scenic Area—Lingyin Feilai Peak Pavilion—Lingyin Temple—Hangzhou Longwu Tea Village On the third day, you will visit the mysterious Lingyin Feilai Peak, enjoy the tranquility of nature in the pavilion, experience the Zen of Lingyin Temple, and finally go to Longwu Tea Village to taste the fragrance of tea. D4: Free time in Hangzhou 🚌 Home (breakfast included) On the last day, you can explore the charm of Hangzhou, go shopping or take a walk, enjoy the last moments of your trip, and then return home with wonderful memories. -------------------- Tips: 🛫 Airport transportation: Suzhou North Station Direct Flight Center is open, making air travel more convenient and avoiding long-distance travel. 🎁 Specialty prices: There are many specialties such as Gushao Cake and Hangbai Chrysanthemum. It is recommended to compare prices before buying. 🌦 Weather in November: Warm and comfortable during the day, cool at night. Remember to bring a light jacket and scarf. 🎉 Customs: Experience the charm of the water towns in Jiangnan and participate in a romantic Chinese wedding. -------------------- ✨️The gardens of Suzhou, the water towns of Wuzhen, and the West Lake of Hangzhou are waiting for you to explore! Like, save, and follow me for more exciting guides to Jiangnan!✨️

Hangzhou-Wuzhen-Xitang, a 3-day tour of Jiangnan Water Towns, where you can experience the perfect blend of classical and modern styles. Don't miss it! . Route Overview: 🚩 D1: Wuzhen - Xizha Stroll through Wuzhen and feel the charm of the ancient town. Head to Xizha at night to enjoy the beautiful lights. D2: Xitang Scenic Area - Songzi Laifeng Bridge - Viewing Fish at Flower Harbor - Hangzhou Songcheng Visit Xitang Ancient Town, walk across the Songzi Laifeng Bridge, which has a profound meaning, then go to Viewing Fish at Flower Harbor to watch fish playing in the water, and finally go to Hangzhou Songcheng to experience life in the Song Dynasty. D3: Lingyin Feilai Peak Scenic Area - Lingyin Feilai Peak Pavilion - Lingyin Temple - Hangzhou Longwu Tea Village Explore the natural wonders of Lingyin Feilai Peak, rest in the pavilion, meditate in Lingyin Temple, and finally go to Longwu Tea Village to taste the fragrance of tea. . Must-visit Attractions: Wuzhen ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: No. 18, Shifo South Road, Wuzhen, Tongxiang City, Jiaxing Opening Hours: 09:00-22:00 Duration: 1 day An ancient town in Jiangnan with a long history, and a filming location of "Time Passes Like Water". Stroll through the ancient town and feel the charm of the water town. Hangzhou Songcheng ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: No. 148, Zhijiang Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou Opening Hours: September 1 - December 31, 09:30-21:00 Duration: 1 day Travel through time and space, immerse yourself in the rich Jiangnan charm, enjoy the Songcheng performance show, and experience the prosperity of the Song Dynasty, as if you were in the past millennium. Lingyin Temple ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: No. 1, Fayun Lane, Lingyin Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou Opening Hours: 06:30-18:00 Duration: 1-3 hours A thousand-year-old temple with a quiet environment, where you can meditate and worship Buddha, feel peaceful, and appreciate the treasure of stone carving art. Lingyin Feilai Peak Scenic Area ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: No. 1, Fayun Lane, Lingyin Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou Opening Hours: 06:30-17:30 Duration: 2-3 hours Lingyin Feilai Peak, with exquisite Buddha statues and stone carvings, where you can meditate and worship Buddha, feel peaceful, and appreciate the Zen in the mountains and rivers. . Travel Tips: 📸 Photo Spots: Leifeng Pagoda and Broken Bridge in West Lake, Xizha Night View in Wuzhen, Misty Corridor in Xitang, don't miss them! 🎭 Customs: Experience the ancient charm and water town culture of Wuzhen, and don't miss the Hanfu Festival in Xitang. ✈️ Airport Transportation: Depart from Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport, take a bus directly to Wuzhen or Xitang, convenient and fast. ☁️ November Climate: Moderate and pleasant, warm and comfortable during the day, slightly cool at night, it is recommended to bring a light jacket. . 🎉 Walk through the romance of Hangzhou, feel the ancient charm of Wuzhen, and then taste the water town style of Xitang. The whole journey is full of beauty and surprises, waiting for you to explore!

| Must wear Hanfu!.🍃 Is there a poem that makes your heart beat? Is there a painting that you yearn for? Then come to Xitang, here is a thousand-year-old ancient town, full of antiquity, everywhere is your poetry and the distance. 🏯 Every brick and tile of Xitang seems to be telling a thousand-year-old story. So wear Hanfu for immersive play: ✔️ It is recommended to go to the makeup shop to choose a favorite Hanfu ✔️ Oil-paper umbrella, hand-held fan ✔️ Song Dynasty shows body shape, Tang Dynasty shows nobility Suitable for taking pictures📸 Places to come out: 1️⃣Misty Corridor: The corridor extends from the street to the river, with a beautiful sense of depth; 2️⃣Songzilai Fengqiao: The heroine of 'The Bridge of Dreams' Meryl has also been here; 3️⃣Shi Pinong: A secluded alley less than 1 meter wide and 68 meters long 4️⃣Ruomao Street: The ancient city archway is suitable for posing; 5️⃣Xiyuan: The place where Jay Chou filmed the MV of 'Passerby at the End of the World'      🌺 Whether it's antique buildings or small shops in the streets and alleys, there are many special snacks and handicrafts. Taste a bowl of fragrant covered bowl tea, or the kind that you can choose and grind yourself, and experience the 🍵 tea culture of the Song Dynasty.     The night in the ancient town is even more breathtaking. The lights are brilliant, reflecting on the water, as if traveling back to that prosperous age. Take a slow boat ride, quietly appreciate this dreamlike night scene.   Put on Hanfu and find your poetry and distance in Xitang. Bowl Tea GuideTravel GuideThousand-Year-Old Ancient Town Xitang Ancient TownZhejiang and Shanghai TourismWhere to go for National Day TravelTown Travel Guide

Tourist Route Guide 1️⃣ Shipi Alley: The narrow alley seems to step into an ink painting, every step is a scenery. 2️⃣ Misty Rain Corridor: The real "Misty Rain Jiangnan", whenever it rains, it feels like the whole world becomes hazy. 3️⃣ Send Child to Phoenix Bridge: The legendary place for praying for a child, the bridge is crowded with people, bearing the hope of many families. 4️⃣ Yongning Bridge: Standing on the bridge, watching the ripples, the scenery on both sides is in sight. 5️⃣ Bar Street: When night falls, it becomes extraordinarily lively, a good place to relax. 6️⃣ Rowing Boat: The price of 30 yuan per person is really worth it! Sitting on the boat, listening to the boatman singing local tunes, feeling the charm of the Jiangnan water town. 🍽️ Food Recommendation 🍽️ Qian Yuman·Nostalgic Landscape Restaurant: The environment is retro, the service is first-class, and the specialty dishes are delicious! Self-driving Travel Tips It takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes to drive from Shanghai to Xitang. Park in the 3rd parking lot, very convenient. Ticket Information The adult ticket price is 95 yuan, half price for students is 45 yuan. Elderly people over 70 years old and children under 1.2 meters are free! Free admission after 5pm from Sunday to Thursday, and after 8pm from Friday to Saturday. 🏡 Accommodation Suggestions 🏡 It is strongly recommended to stay in the scenic area, which is convenient for entry and exit, and the choices are rich according to the off-peak season prices. ️ Other Tips ️ Remember to bring an umbrella! Also, wearing new Chinese style or Hanfu for photos here is simply beautiful! If you need to rent Hanfu, remember to compare three stores! Summary Xitang is really a fairyland on earth! Every place here is like a poem and a painting, making people linger. Whether it's natural scenery or cultural landscape, it's refreshing. Delicious food, beautiful scenery, and beautiful memories are all left in this beautiful ancient water town. If you haven't been to Xitang, you should really plan it well!