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Attraction Recommendations Wuhan University: Peak viewing time is from early to mid-late March. Admission is free, but reservations are required 3 days in advance through the official account. The best viewing spots include Cherry Blossom Avenue, the Old Dormitory, the Old Library, and the corner between the Old Library and the School of Physics and Mathematics. East Lake Moshan Scenic Area, East Lake Cherry Blossom Garden: Address: No. 665, Lumo Road, Hongshan District, Wuhan City, Hubei Province. Average cost: ¥67. Peak viewing time is also from early to mid-late March, and reservations are required 3 days in advance. It is recommended to enter the park at 7 am to avoid peak hours. Wangjiadun Park: Free and no reservation required. Peak viewing time is from mid-March to early April. This is a less popular but excellent spot with fewer crowds and more flowers. Wuhan Polar Ocean Park: Address: No. 96, Jinyintan Avenue, Dongxihu District, Wuhan City, Hubei Province. Average cost: ¥222. Yellow Crane Tower: Tickets start from ¥5. Climb the tower for a panoramic view of the Yangtze River. There are poetry-themed cultural and creative shops nearby, perfect for taking photos. Hubei Provincial Museum: See precious cultural relics such as the Marquis Yi of Zeng's Chime Bells and the Sword of Goujian, King of Yue. Families can experience chime bell performances (reservations required). Two Rivers Cruise, Yuehan Wharf: Address: No. 63, Yuehan Wharf, Jiang'an District, Wuhan City, Hubei Province. Average cost: ¥109. Wuhan Botanical Garden: Orchid exhibition before mid-March, suitable for family outings or couples taking photos. Tickets: ¥35/person. East Lake Plum Garden: If the early spring plum blossoms are still in bloom, you can enjoy thousands of plum blossoms. Visitors whose names contain the character "梅" (plum) can enter for free. East Lake Greenway: Suitable for cycling and enjoying the lake and mountain scenery. Wuhan Garden Expo Park: If the Lantern Festival is extended to March, you can take your children to see giant lanterns; or explore the Natural Museum and learn about wetland ecology. Food Recommendations Hot Dry Noodles, Three Delicacies Bean Curd Skin, and Thick Soup Noodles: Classic Wuhan snacks, which can be tasted at Hubu Alley Food Street. Wuchang Fish and Lotus Root Soup: Hubei specialties, which can be enjoyed at restaurants by East Lake. Crayfish: Wuhan's "Crayfish Season" starts on March 3rd, with various flavors such as steamed, braised in oil, garlic, and spicy. Cherry Blossom Season Limited Desserts: Such as Qianji cherry blossom cake. Bali Lobster (Spicy Crayfish) and Jinchu Soup Dumplings: Located on Xuesong Road Food Street, perfect for experiencing Wuhan's night market culture. Herbal Soup (Wanjin Plaza Branch): Average cost: ¥18. Nanpiao Bang Market Hot Pot (Jianghan Road Branch): Average cost: ¥45. Accommodation Suggestions Near Wuhan University: Convenient for visiting Wuhan University and surrounding attractions. Near East Lake Moshan Scenic Area: Convenient for visiting East Lake Cherry Blossom Garden and other attractions. Near Yellow Crane Tower: Convenient for visiting Yellow Crane Tower and Hubu Alley. Near Wuhan Railway Station or Hankou Railway Station: Convenient transportation, suitable for travelers with tight schedules. Itinerary Day 1: Morning: East Lake Cherry Blossom Garden; Afternoon: Wuhan Botanical Garden, East Lake Plum Garden, East Lake Greenway; Dinner: Restaurant by East Lake. Day 2: Morning: Hubei Provincial Museum, Yellow Crane Tower; Afternoon: Hubu Alley Food Street, Tanhualin Art District; Dinner: Xuesong Road Food Street. Day 3: Morning: Wuhan Garden Expo Park. Things to Note The temperature in Wuhan in March ranges from 5°C to 26°C, mostly cloudy with occasional light rain, and a large temperature difference between day and night. It is recommended to bring a light jacket and umbrella, and pay attention to keeping warm in the morning and evening. Reservations are required for cherry blossom viewing spots such as Wuhan University and East Lake Cherry Blossom Garden. Book accommodation in advance, especially during the cherry blossom season. Pay attention to food safety and personal taste preferences when tasting crayfish.