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A city worth visiting twice__Jinan

Jinan 2 days 1 night essential travel guide, check off all the famous spots, easy and no pitfalls! 📍 One-sentence recommendation: Spring City Jinan, half poetry in the springs, half life in the streets! Two days and one night to explore "lotus flowers on four sides and willows on three sides," classic must-sees, just the right pace! 🗓 Day 1: Soul of the Springs · Slow walk in the Old Town ☀️ Morning: Baotu Spring (a must-visit! The number one spring under heaven, watch the three streams surge) → Nearby Wulongtan (free, super refreshing in summer) 🍜 Lunch: Kuanhouli Snack Street — recommended Caobao buns, Youxuan, and sweet mo, delicious to eat while strolling! 🌇 Afternoon: Daming Lake (free! Enter from the south gate on foot, see the same scenery as "Summer Rain Lotus") → Chaoran Pavilion (lights on at dusk are stunning, perfect for photos!) 🌃 Evening: Night tour of Qushuiting Street (small bridges, flowing water, and homes, have a cup of tea brewed with spring water, full of artistic vibe) 🗓 Day 2: Climb high and look far · Mountain scenery enters the city ☀️ Morning: Qianfoshan (go early! 30-minute hike to the top, overlook the whole Jinan, visit Xingguo Zen Temple for blessings) 🍜 Lunch: Shunjing Street or Shimao Plaza, try a Shandong cuisine restaurant — sweet and sour carp + nine-turn large intestine, authentic Shandong flavor! 🚗 Afternoon: Heihu Spring (free! Locals get spring water to brew tea, experience local life) → Jiefang Pavilion (stop by on the way, a red landmark) 🎁 Before heading back: Buy some specialties! Pingyin rose cakes, Zhangqiu dried scallions, Ejiao jujubes, take home the taste of Spring City! ✅ Transportation tips: Subway + bus + walking is enough! Attractions are concentrated, taxi starting fare covers it. ⚠️ Pitfall warnings: ❌ Don’t buy “direct spring water drinking” souvenir bottles at scenic spots, Heihu Spring is free to get water! ❌ Don’t climb Qianfoshan at noon, it’s hot! Recommended to start before 8 AM ❌ Kuanhouli is crowded, off-peak before 11:30 or after 14:00 is more comfortable 📌 Summary mnemonic: One spring, one lake, one Buddha mountain, old streets and snacks can’t be missed; Two days and one night is just right, remember the taste of Jinan! 🔥 Bring this guide and be the most fun “Spring City expert” in your friend circle!
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Posted: Nov 6, 2025
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