Nanjing → Nanxun Ancient Town Day Trip |

Nanjing → Nanxun Ancient Town Day Trip | Explore the poetic landscapes of the south of the Yangtze River without entrance tickets A weekend getaway A 3-hour drive to unlock the slow life of Nanxun Thousand-year-old stories in the alleys of bluestone slabs | The charm of the morning tea in a water town —This is probably the most poetic way to experience the south of the Yangtze River 📍 Location: Huzhou, Zhejiang—Nanxun Ancient Town 🚗 Transportation: Self-driving from Nanjing (Changshen Expressway - Yuhang Expressway), about less than 3 hours, one-way toll is CNY 107. East Gate Parking Lot: CNY 4/h, convenient parking. (There are many new energy charging piles with a charging power of 45KW). ⬇️ Alternatives 🚝 High-speed rail option Nanjing South → Huzhou Station 💰 around CNY 100 → Taxi to "Nanxun Ancient Town South Gate", about 1h/around CNY 100 ✨Tips: For a day trip, it is recommended to buy return tickets in advance. 🚪 Entrance to the ancient town: ▫️ East Gate (If self-driving, it is recommended to enter from the East Gate. Parking is convenient and it is close to the Tourist Service Center. You can directly take the water bus "Silk Pier → Shizi Port Pier". It is very close to Yi Garden and Zhang Jingjiang's Former Residence.) ▫️ South Gate (If you want to quickly reach the core scenic area, you can enter from the South Gate, which is close to Little Lotus Manor, Jiayetang Library, and other attractions. Turn left after entering for more natural scenery, and turn right for more snacks on the street.) ▫️ North Gate (Relatively less crowded, close to Baijian Lou, suitable for an in-depth experience of water town life. You can explore Baijian Lou in the early morning or at dusk.) ✨Tips: ✔️ If you don't take the water bus at the East Gate and walk to the South Gate, you can take a taxi back to the East Gate to pick up your car. ✔️ Take the water bus at the East Gate to the other side of the town and walk back to the East Gate. (If you want to take the CNY 3 water bus, you basically have to wait for a long time. "Day trip" visitors should arrange their time reasonably.) ✅ Water Bus: Route: Silk Pier → Zhang Jingjiang Pier → Lianjie Bridge Pier → Shizi Port Pier 🕐 Operating hours: 9:00–16:00 Every half hour 🎫 Single ticket price: CNY 3/trip ❗ Tickets can only be purchased at the first and last piers. ❗ Tickets must be purchased in advance. ❗ Pets are not allowed on board. 📸 Photo Spots: ▫️ Baijian Lou | The reflection of white walls and black tiles is poetic ▫️ Jiayetang Library | Touch the old times through the carved window lattices ▫️ Zhang Jingjiang's Former Residence | The story of a prominent figure in the Republic of China 🍵 Water town cuisine: 🔥 The glutinous fragrance of Dingsheng Cake! The hand-peeled fresh shrimp from Changxing Restaurant is mouthwatering! ☁️ The ritual of three-course tea 🌙 Riverside restaurant dinner: CNY 60 per person for a "A Bite of China" experience "Embroidered Brocade" (The name is so beautiful that I can't bear to eat it!) ✨ Tips: The prices in Nanxun are still high after the entrance fee is waived. When night falls and the lights are dim, you must have a full meal at a riverside restaurant. The sound of oars and the reflection of the water, and the sight of a sculling boat passing by will really touch your heart💓 If you have more time, you can enjoy tea by the stove. Slow down your mind and slow down your pace. 🔗 See → Previous post "Weekend stroll in Nanxun • 🪑Chair Edition"