[2025 Zaozhuang Stay] Travel Guide for Swan Lake Hotel (Taierzhuang Ancient City Scenic Area Branch) (Updated May)

Here's a comprehensive travel guide from Jinan to Taierzhuang Ancient City: Transportation - High-speed rail: Take a train from Jinan West Station to Zaozhuang Station (approx. 1.5h, ¥90). From there, you can take a taxi to the ancient city's south gate (approx. ¥100) or take BRT rapid bus line B10 directly to Taierzhuang Ancient City (approx. 1h, ¥5). - Self-drive: Via G2 Jinghu Expressway to G3 Jingtai Expressway, then enter S345 Taierzhuang Connection Line. Alternatively, take G1511 Rilan Expressway to G3 Jingtai Expressway, then S345 Taierzhuang Connection Line (3-4h drive). Parking available near the ancient city at ¥20/day. Tickets & Documents - Adult ticket: ¥118 (book one day in advance online) - Free admission for seniors over 60, children under 1.4m, veterans, journalists with valid ID. Accommodation - Inside ancient city: Recommended canal-side inns like Sky City Hotel, Sky Mirror Hotel, and Swan Lake Hotel with beautiful water views and night scenery (¥300-800/night, double during holidays). - Outside ancient city: Ruikai Hotel offers good value (10-min walk to ancient city, standard rooms around ¥200). Itinerary - One-day trip: Morning visit to Taierzhuang Battle Memorial Hall, then explore Tianhou Palace and Revival Square. Evening boat ride for night views and fire dragon steel flower performance. - Two-day trip: Day 1 - Arrive morning, check in, visit Taierzhuang Battle Site Park. Afternoon explore ancient architecture and museums at Moon River Street. Evening boat ride and fire dragon show. Day 2 - Leisure morning, tea tasting at Xieyu Tea House, souvenir shopping before departure. Recommended Performances - 7:30 Fire Dragon Steel Flowers at Revival Square - 16:00 The Pursuit at Battle Site Park - 10:00 Qianlong's Tour of Taierzhuang at Tianhou Palace - 18:00 Dreaming of Taicheng - 19:15 River·Sound at Boat-shaped Street Food Recommendations - Yellow flower beef noodles, vegetable pancakes, canal carp, spicy chicken, pancake rolls with scallions, etc. Tips - Wear comfortable flat shoes for the cobblestone streets. - Bring mosquito repellent in summer.

📍Location: Taierzhuang, Zaozhuang, Shandong. This small town highly recommended by National Geographic really hides so many surprises! ! A Jiangbei water town that combines history and modernity, culture and nature. - 🏞Attractions: Taierzhuang Ancient City 🚩Location: Taierzhuang District, Zaozhuang City 🚄Transportation: Take the high-speed rail to Zaozhuang Station, there is a direct bus BRT10 to Taierzhuang, or take T1 to the terminal station and transfer to B2 to the terminal station, then take a taxi. The most direct way is to take a taxi - ✅ Morning Starting point: East Gate Entrance East Gate Parking Lot: Park and walk into the ancient city. East Gate: Feel the historical atmosphere of the ancient city and take photos. Battle of Taierzhuang Relics Park: Learn about the historical background of the Battle of Taierzhuang and visit memorial sculptures and exhibitions. Fuxing Square and Fuxing Building: Visit this iconic building and experience the cultural heritage of the ancient city. Noon Lunch recommendation: Enjoy lunch at a restaurant on Yuehe Street or along the ancient canal, and taste local specialties such as Taierzhuang yellow flower beef noodles and spicy chicken. Afternoon Tingzi Street and the Ming and Qing Dynasty buildings on both sides: Stroll along this historic street and appreciate the unique charm of the ancient buildings. Postal Museum: Learn how the ancient postal system worked. The Ancient Canal and Its History: Take a cruise to tour the Ancient Canal and enjoy its scenery up close. Daosheng Winery: Visit this century-old shop and learn about traditional winemaking techniques. Jiuqi Cultural Museum: Gain an in-depth understanding of the history and culture of Taierzhuang. Evening Lanting Shuyu Brothel Culture Exhibition Hall: Learn about ancient brothel culture through exhibitions. Chuanhang Street and Intangible Cultural Heritage: Experience various intangible cultural heritage projects, such as tie-dyeing, woodblock New Year paintings, etc. Tianhou Temple and Mazu Worship: Visit this temple dedicated to Mazu, the goddess of the sea, and experience its unique religious culture. Evening Zhaohuo Museum: Learn about the history of ancient Chinese commercial advertising. Night Cruise on the Ancient Canal: Take a night cruise and enjoy the night view of the ancient city. Bar Street: Enjoy a relaxing and pleasant night at Bar Street.

Based on my own experience of traveling to Taierzhuang, I have compiled nine must-see attractions in the ancient city. Please remember to like and collect them before traveling. 🟢Fuxing Square: I believe that no one who comes to the ancient city of Taierzhuang does not know Fuxing Square. 80% of all performances in the ancient city are performed in Fuxing Square, and the Fire Dragon Steel Flower is also performed here at night. 🟡Battle Site Park: The Battle of Taierzhuang Park is a historical park built to commemorate the Battle of Taierzhuang. The Battle of Taierzhuang was an important battle in the Chinese War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression in 1942, which enabled Chinese residents to bravely resist the invasion of the Japanese army. The bullet-riddled walls in the park reflect the cruelty of the war at that time. 🔵T-shaped street: Located in the center of Taierzhuang Ancient City, there is a street of European-style buildings. There are saxophone performances in the evening, which is very photogenic. 🟡Buyun Corridor Bridge: It is commonly known as the tallest bridge in the ancient city. The trees illuminated by the lights are as dazzling as stars. The entire bridge is reflected in the water. It is a rare photo spot in the scenic area. 🔵Accommodation in the ancient city🏠: Be sure to choose the ancient city. It is very convenient to see the night view at night. You can go back to the hotel to rest at any time. If conditions permit, you can choose a lakeside hotel: 1️⃣ Sky City Hotel 2️⃣ Swan Lake Hotel 3️⃣ Lake Moon View Inn are all good view hotels in the ancient city🏨 🟠Food recommendations: No chicken can walk out of Zaozhuang alive. Zaozhuang spicy chicken is also a local specialty. It is fried with local thin-skinned peppers to make it fresh and spicy. 1️⃣ Spicy chicken 2️⃣ Fried vermicelli with duck eggs 3️⃣ Yellow flower beef noodles 4️⃣ Vegetable pancakes, these are all must-try delicacies in the ancient city. ⚫️ Ancient City Ticket Discount Policy: Adult tickets nationwide are ¥118, and discount tickets in surrounding areas are ¥40 (Zaozhuang, Linyi, Xuzhou, Heze, Jining) 🟢Parking lot location: Navigate to the free parking lot at the east gate of the ancient city on Dongshun Road. Don’t 🙅 look for it 🐂. Those who understand will understand. 🔵Tips✨ • The best seasons to visit are spring and autumn, when the weather is pleasant and suitable for long periods of outdoor activities. • Comfortable shoes are recommended as there will be a lot of walking involved. • Before attending a performance, please check the day’s schedule in advance and plan your schedule accordingly. •It is recommended to complete hotel reservations online in advance to ensure that there are rooms available. If you like it, please like and collect it. You can send me a private message 🌈