Huai'an Travel Guide | From Premier Zhou's Former Residence to Journey to the West Magic Park, Save Now

【Must-Visit Historical and Cultural Attractions】 1️⃣Zhou Enlai Memorial Hall & Former Residence 📍Location: No. 2 Yonghuai Road, Huai'an District ✨Highlights: National 5A-level scenic spot! Garden-style layout + precious cultural relics and documents, an immersive experience of Premier Zhou's patriotic spirit✨ ⏰Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 9:00-17:30 (Closed on Mondays) 📝Tips: It is recommended to book in advance and dress respectfully. Show reverence when commemorating a great person. 2️⃣Huai'an Government Office 📍Location: No. 38 Dongmen Street, Huai'an District ⚡️Must-do: The largest Ming and Qing dynasty government office complex in the country! The 500㎡ main hall is incredibly impressive, and the "court trial" interactive experience is super fun👨⚖️ ⏰Recommendation: Better with a guide, allow 2 hours for a leisurely visit. 3️⃣Hexia Ancient Town 📍Location: Guyi Street, Hexia, Huai'an District 🍡Features: A thousand-year-old ancient town! Wu Cheng'en's Former Residence + Shen Kun's Zhuangyuan Mansion + Youduanzi Snack Street, maximum sense of time travel! 📸Activities: Hanfu photos + snack hopping, recommended to spend 3-4 hours. 4️⃣China Grand Canal Museum 📍Location: Caoyun Square 🌊Highlights: The only Grand Canal transport-themed museum in the country! Super cool multimedia displays, revealing the glorious history of the "Capital of the Grand Canal"🚢 5️⃣Qingyan Garden 📍Location: No. 92 Renmin South Road, Qingjiangpu District 🏯Features: The only surviving official garden along the Grand Canal! Jiangnan style + Northern courtyards, the koi pond is super healing🐟 🌿【Stunning Natural Scenery】 1️⃣Tieshan Temple National Forest Park 📍Location: Xuyi County 🍁Must-do: 4A-level scenic spot! Autumn red leaves are divine, hiking, stargazing + canyon rafting for maximum fun. 2️⃣Hongze Lake Tourist Area 🌅Activities: Boat trip to watch the sunset + bird watching, the world heritage levee is absolutely beautiful! 3️⃣Baimahu Tourist Resort 📍Location: Jinhu County 🌻Seasonal Exclusive: Autumn sunflower sea🌻 + Winter ice and snow park❄️ 🎢【Theme Park Fun】 1️⃣Huai'an Journey to the West Park 📍Location: No. 6 Xiyou Avenue, Economic Development Zone 🎫Ticket Price: 145 RMB 🕒Opening Hours: Friday-Sunday 10:00-21:00 (The light show is amazing!) 💥Must-do: 30+ Journey to the West themed attractions, the evening fireworks show is breathtaking! 2️⃣Fantawild Oriental Dawn 🇨🇳Features: High-tech experience of red culture, an immersive history lesson. 🍜【Foodie Guide】 😋Must-try: Soft-shelled Turtle with Eel❗️Pingqiao Tofu❗️Crab Roe Soup Dumplings bursting with juice💦 🍴Recommendations: Chuqiao Restaurant / Haimei Xifan Village (8 RMB for a filling meal!) 🏨【Accommodation Recommendations】 🌟High-end: Journey to the West Park Theme Hotel / Hongze Lake Hot Spring Resort 🏮Unique: Hexia Ancient Town Banyan Tree Courtyard (Hanfu photoshoot get✓) 💸Cost-effective: Hotels in Huaihai Square Commercial Area (Avg. 150 RMB/night) 🚗【Transportation Tips】 🚄High-speed Rail: Nanjing 1h / Shanghai 3h direct to Huai'an East Station 🚖Within the City: Didi + shared bikes are super convenient. 📅【Itinerary Recommendations】 3-Day Cultural Tour👇 Day 1: Premier Zhou Memorial Hall → Huai'an Government Office → Lihe River Night Cruise Day 2: Hexia Ancient Town → Journey to the West Park (Night session is amazing!) Day 3: Hongze Lake Boat Trip → Tieshan Temple Hike 2-Day Weekend Tour👇 Day 1: Huai'an Government Office → Grand Canal Museum → Hexia Food Day 2: Cycling in Jiangba Ancient Town + Tasting lake delicacies