Must-See! 2025 Wuxi Liyuan Park Complete Travel Guide - Don't Miss Out!

Are you craving a Jiangnan trip away from the hustle and bustle? Wuxi Liyuan Park is definitely your best choice! What is so unique about this treasure garden hidden in the water towns of Jiangnan? Today, I will give you a super detailed travel guide 📝 Liyuan Park History Liyuan Park is located on the shore of the beautiful Lihu Lake in Wuxi and is one of the main attractions of the national key scenic spot "Taihu Lake". According to legend, Fan Li, a doctor of the Yue Kingdom in the Spring and Autumn Period, helped Yue destroy Wu and then boated here with the beauty Xi Shi, hence the name. It began to be built in the early years of the Republic of China and has been expanded and renovated many times to achieve its current exquisite and elegant appearance 🎐 Best Time to Visit Liyuan Park is beautiful in all seasons. Peach blossoms bloom in spring, lotus flowers fill the pond in summer, sweet osmanthus fragrance in autumn, and wintersweet stands proudly in the snow in winter. However, the most recommended time is spring from March to May 🌸 Everything recovers, and the entire park is decorated with flowers like a picturesque scene. Come at this time to encounter the most romantic Liyuan Park. Tickets and Opening Hours 🎫 Tickets: Peak season (March 17 - May 27, July 7 - October 22) CNY 45/person; Off-season (May 28 - July 6, October 23 - March 16) CNY 30/person. Group purchases are more cost-effective. 🕙 Opening hours: 7:00 - 17:30. It is recommended to visit for 2–3 hours in the early morning or evening to avoid peak hours and enjoy the unique light and shadow scenery. Beautiful Check-in Spots 1. Four Seasons Wonderful Pavilion: Represents the four seasons of spring, summer, autumn, and winter. Each pavilion is surrounded by flowers corresponding to the season, making it super beautiful for taking pictures. Plum blossoms next to the Spring Pavilion, oleanders next to the Summer Pavilion, osmanthus next to the Autumn Pavilion, and wintersweet next to the Winter Pavilion each have their own style as the seasons change. 2. Thousand-Step Long Corridor: The iconic building of Liyuan Park, 289m long. It leans against the wall on one side and faces the lake on the other. Strolling through it, the water is sparkling. The corridor walls are inlaid with 80 different patterns of flower windows, as well as inscriptions by celebrities. There is a view at every step, full of charm. 3. Chunqiu Pavilion: With three-story flying eaves, you can climb the pavilion to overlook the scenery of Lihu Lake and the magnificent scenery of the entire garden, taking in the gentle beauty of Jiangnan water towns. 4. Xishi Village: Take a boat to get here. It is themed on the story of Fan Li and Xishi, reproducing that romantic love legend. The quaint buildings seem to take you back to the Spring and Autumn Period. Recommended Food There are many special delicacies around Liyuan Park, don't miss them! - Liyuan Restaurant: Right next to the scenic area, Wuxi locals love to come here. It specializes in local cuisine, with fresh ingredients. Their pufferfish is a must, with delicious fish soup and delicate fish. - Sanfengqiao Sanfeng Restaurant: A time-honored Wuxi brand. Wuxi specialty Sanfengqiao spareribs come from here. They are reddish-brown in color, salty and sweet, and the meat is crispy and tender. There are also traditional dishes such as crispy eel and Yulan cake. Accommodation Deals - Hubin Hotel: Separated from Liyuan Park by a wall, the location is excellent. Some rooms offer direct views of the beautiful Lihu Lake, making it easy to travel. Book in advance and you may be able to catch a promotional event. - Surrounding Bed and Breakfasts: Experiencing the slow life of Jiangnan water towns in a bed and breakfast near Liyuan Park is also a good choice. The prices are relatively affordable, and you can also experience the local customs. You can compare prices and reviews on major travel platforms to choose the one that suits you best. Transport Guide 🚇 Subway: Take subway Line 4 to Lihu Bridge Station, Exit 1, and walk about 1 km. 🚌 Bus: You can take buses 20, 211, 315, etc., get off at Liyuan Station, and walk about 200m. 🚗 Self-driving: There is a parking lot, which is very convenient. Just navigate to "Liyuan Park". Helpful Tips 1. Wear light and comfortable shoes for easy walking in the park. 2. When viewing flowers in spring, take sun protection and insect prevention measures. 3. If you want to take a boat to visit Xishi Village, pay attention to the cruise time (9:00 - 16:30). Come on, pack your bags and come to Wuxi Liyuan Park for a date with Jiangnan 💕