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Updated May 2024
- 8.94.6/557259 ReviewFrom14.51
based on 2336 reviews"I entered the park at 7:30 in the morning. In order to avoid the crowds, many tourists came early. I asked the tour guide to explain it. It was much more interesting than watching it. The tour guide said the history and story of the garden, and there were some fun allusions."Suzhou.Guanqian Street/Pingjiang Street/Downtown80.9km from ShanghaiHighlights: This is one of "China's Four Gardens" and a world cultural heritage site. The Humble Administrator’s Garden is known for its water landscape that highlights the ambiance of the Southern Chinese villages built on bodies of water. It is elegant and delicately designed. In the garden, different kinds of ancient architecture were built on water. They are scattered strategically and not one is the same as another. The garden is divided into three parts: the east, the middle, and the west. Each part has its own characteristics, especially the central garden, which basically maintains the simple and natural style of the Ming Dynasty gardens.Show Less - 8.84.7/517693 Reviewbased on 1467 reviews"I am very happy to go to Lingyin Temple. The Buddhist place is full of hearts. I like it there. The places of interest and monuments. The South Amitabha Buddha. I went to worship and felt the atmosphere of Buddhism. The whole person has positive energy. It is a very good place. The mentality is different."Hangzhou.West Lake, Lingyin Temple Scenic Area>100km from ShanghaiHighlights: Lingyin Temple is a famous ancient Buddhist temple in Hangzhou. It has existed for 1700 years, hidden in the hills and surrounded by a tranquil environment. Due to its huge popularity, there is a constant stream of believers visiting the temple, especially in the early morning of the Lunar New Year's Day. It is said that Lingyin Temple is very auspicious, and Feilai Peak is famous for its relation to folk hero and famous Buddhist monk Jigong. Emperor Kangxi of the Qing Dynasty visited Lingyin Temple during his tours down south.Show Less
- 8.74.6/520686 ReviewFrom20.72based on 2629 reviews"It’s really a very primitive ancient town that has not been developed. There are still residents in it. I personally feel that I can take my children to see it. Because the ancient town that has not been developed like this is really a lesser one time."Tongxiang.Wuzhen and Surrounding Area>100km from ShanghaiHighlights: Wuzhen is an ancient Jiangnan town with a long history in the northern suburbs of Tongxiang. The main scenic areas are divided into Xizha and Dongzha. Enjoying the night view of Xizha, riding a rowing boat and watching folk performances are experiences that tourists will not miss. This is also the filming location for "In Time" starring Huang Lei and Rene Liu.Dongzha and Xizha are about 1.5 kilometers apart. If you want to visit both Dongzha and Xizha in one day, you should arrive at Wuzhen early in the morning. You can visit Dongzha first (2-3 hours), and then start visiting Xizha after lunch. We visited Xizha and stayed until night to watch the night view in Xizha. If you have two days to spare, you can consider one day each in Xizha and Dongzha.Highlights of Xizha and Dongzha:You can spend a day wandering on the stone roads in Xizha, trying local snacks such as stinky tofu, Dingsheng cakes, and sister-in-law cakes, or visit old cultural sites such as Zhaoming Academy and the old post office. Of course, you can also take a paddle boat to savor the water town. small town.If time permits, be sure not to miss the Xizha Night Tour. The water alleys, ancient bridges and white walls are illuminated by the lights, which is so beautiful that the sightseeing tour is even more artistic. After admiring the night view, you can go to the bar to have a drink or watch an outdoor old movie or listen to a flower drum show, which is very relaxing.Compared with Xizha, Dongzha is smaller but has a richer atmosphere of life. There are also local people living here, and there are also attractions such as the Shadow Puppet Theater, Sanbaijiu Workshop, Xiuzhen Temple, and Mao Dun’s Former Residence. You can also watch performances such as boxing boat (boxing and kicking on the boat) and high pole boat (climbing bamboo poles on the boat), so you can find Richer folk customs and historical connotations. There is a shuttle bus between Dongzha and Xizha.Food and specialty products:Braised mutton and duck in sauce are must-try delicacies in Wuzhen, and the mutton is especially famous. Hanlin Mansion Hotel and Fengyuan Restaurant in Dongzha, Yusheng Restaurant and Sauce Duck Braised Restaurant in Xizha are all popular restaurants. You may also want to try the fried stinky tofu, Dingsheng cake, sister-in-law cake and other special snacks in the streets and alleys.If you want to bring back some specialties, handmade "Sanbaijiu", Tao Xuchang brand bean paste, exquisite wood carvings and bamboo carvings, as well as scarves, tea coasters, umbrellas, wallets and various pictograms made of "blue calico" Pendants, etc. are all good choices, and there are many specialty shops on the street.Accommodation in scenic spots:There are many hotels and inns in Xizha Scenic Area, which are all managed by the government. The fees range from low to high. Staying in the scenic area can make it convenient to visit, and you can better experience the night view of Xizha.There are also many hotels and inns to choose from outside the scenic area, and the prices are cheaper than inside the scenic area.Show Less
- 8.74.7/516595 ReviewFrom30.04based on 47 reviews"Record wonderful instant memories with photos. Accompanying your family to walk into Niushoushan Scenic Area this season to spend a wonderful time. I will come back next year. Niushou Mountain in spring is really beautiful and beautiful. It is worth recommending."Nanjing.Jiangning Development Zone>100km from ShanghaiHighlights: Niushou (meaning "cow’s head") Mountain, also known as Tianque Mountain, is so named because the east and west peaks look like the two horns on the head of a cow. Niushou Mountain boasts spectacular scenery and is popularly known as “Spring Niushou.” It boasts beautiful views of the mist and Buddhist cultural heritage, and also features many historical sites, such as the Base of the Anti-Jin general Yue Fei and Zheng He’s Tomb. Niushou Mountain is a famous Buddhist mountain in China with a profound cultural heritage as the birthplace of Niutou Chan Buddhism.Show Less
- 8.64.6/524759 ReviewFrom62.15based on 639 reviews"Is the effect really very good? I especially like the foot heart not only has a big earthquake phantom but also a series of outdoor performances. I really like this scenic spot."Hangzhou.Song City/Zhuantang Town/Zhijiang Tourist Area>100km from ShanghaiHighlights: Hangzhou Songcheng Park is a prominent theme park in Hangzhou featuring the cultural characteristics of the Song Dynasty. It is located southwest of the West Lake Scenic Area, with Wuyun Mountain to its north. They have antique markets, tea houses, grocery stores, ironsmith shops, and wine shops that illustrate day-to-day life in the Song Dynasty era. You can enjoy Chinese cultural performances like puppet shows and shadow play or get your heart pumping by watching Chinese boxing. You might also encounter fully armored soldiers patrolling the street or hunting down fugitives. All these add up to give you a wonderful sense of traveling back in time. The large-scale musical “Song City: Thousand Years of Love” is a must-see in Songcheng.Show Less
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FAQ
What are some Best Things to Do near Shanghai?
Some Best Things to Do near Shanghai include:Humble Administrator's Garden|Lingyin Temple|Wuzhen Water Town|Niushou Mountain Cultural Tourism Zone|Hangzhou Songcheng Park
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do near Shanghai?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do near Shanghai include:Humble Administrator's Garden:4.6|Lingyin Temple:4.7|Wuzhen Water Town:4.6|Niushou Mountain Cultural Tourism Zone:4.7|Hangzhou Songcheng Park:4.6
Where are Best Things to Do near Shanghai located?
The Best Things to Do near Shanghai are mainly located in:Humble Administrator's Garden:Suzhou|Lingyin Temple:Hangzhou|Wuzhen Water Town:Tongxiang|Niushou Mountain Cultural Tourism Zone:Nanjing|Hangzhou Songcheng Park:Hangzhou
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