Spring is Shaoxing's main event! A two-day, one-night travel guide | Be sure to save this

The spring in the Jiangnan water towns is always a bit slow, a bit gentle, and a bit sweet. Shaoxing is the kind of place where you don't have to rush or panic. 📍This super comprehensive and practical guide is perfect for first-timers in Shaoxing to copy directly! 👯‍♀ 🚅 [How to get there by transportation?] 📍 High-speed trains only arrive at "Shaoxing North Station"! But‼ Shaoxing North Station is not connected to the subway. After exiting, you need to take a bus or taxi to get to the city center. 📌 Key reminder: There is still some distance from the exit to the online car-hailing pick-up point, so you need to walk a short distance! It is recommended that you travel light and don't bring too many suitcases 🚶🏻‍♀ 🗺 Some netizens say that getting on the bus at the "North Entrance" is faster, but after testing, Didi/Gaode cannot accurately locate here, which will cause the driver to be unable to pick up people 😥. 🚗 [Recommended transportation in the city] 👉 The attractions in the city center are relatively concentrated, focusing on a relaxing and slow tour! 🛵 It is recommended to travel by walking + bicycle + shared electric bicycle in the city~ ⚠ Be sure to wear a helmet❗ Otherwise, you will be educated by the traffic police on the spot (I saw someone being caught on the spot!) 🚕 It is more cost-effective to take a taxi to Lanting, Keyan and other attractions that are a little further away~ It is not expensive to take a taxi in Shaoxing, and it can be done within CNY 15 per person! 🏨 [Accommodation recommendations] 💡 It is recommended to choose a hotel in the main urban area, the closest to Cangqiao Straight Street/Lu Xun's Former Residence is the most convenient! You can go out for a stroll directly in the morning~ 📌 Huazhu Club (such as Ji Hotel, Orange Hotel, Starway Hotel) have super attractive prices on working day! 👀 Be sure to pay attention to the opening/renovation time of the hotel, give priority to the "newly renovated" keyword, so that you can live comfortably! 📸 [Recommended tour route] 🌅DAY 1｜Slow-paced old Shaoxing 📍Route: Cangqiao Straight Street → Xixiaolu Road → Hometown of the Sage of Calligraphy → Bazibridge ✅ This is a completely free walking route, very photogenic 📷, it is recommended to take pictures in the early morning or evening 📸 ✨ Cangqiao Straight Street is the most commercial section, a bit like a mini version of Kuanzhai Alley~ 🌬 The other spots are full of life, you can walk and feel the Jiangnan atmosphere in the spring breeze 🌸 ⛅ Don't be brave when the sun is strong at noon, it is recommended to take a break in a nearby teahouse~ 🏛DAY 2｜Choose cultural + natural attractions at will 📍Lu Xun's Former Residence ➕ Shen Garden ✅ Lu Xun's Former Residence is free! It is recommended to visit at noon or in the afternoon. Shen Garden has a ticket price of CNY 40. The environment is quiet and suitable for a slow walk 🌿 📍Lanting / Keyan / East Lake (choose one of the three) ✅ These attractions are a little far from the city center, it is recommended to choose according to personal interests~ 💦 I chose "Lanting", the ticket price is CNY 70, it is super artistic in the spring rain! The forest is green, the stream is gurgling, it is definitely a Jiangnan misty rain dream~ 👕 [Dress recommendations] 🦟 There is a lot of water, trees and grass in Shaoxing, and the mosquitoes are really 🐝 terrible! It is recommended to wear long sleeves and trousers, and it is best to bring mosquito repellent spray 🌈 In terms of dressing, Hanfu/ Mori style/ minimalist style are recommended, especially Cangqiao Straight Street and Shen Garden are great for taking ancient style photos 📷 🛏 Remember to turn on the mosquito repellent liquid in the hotel at night! Sense of security up~ 💡 Summary of Tips: ✔ Take the high-speed train to Shaoxing North Station, don't expect to "enter the city quickly", give yourself more time ✔ Most scenic spots have friendly walking routes, it is easy to bring parents or girlfriends~ ✔ Lu Xun's Former Residence & Hometown of the Sage of Calligraphy are suitable for friends who like history and culture ✔ Shen Garden & Lanting are suitable for little fairies who like atmosphere and taking pictures~ 📌 This two-day, one-night Shaoxing trip is really healing~ It has the tenderness of Jiangnan, the depth of culture, and the poetic slow pace 🌿 🧳 This spring, give yourself a short vacation and take a walk in Shaoxing!