Escape the City Plan: March-April Yangzhou Treasure & Tips

#🌈🌈8 Recommended Spots for Spring in Yangzhou 🟦**Slender West Lake** 💷**Tickets**: Peak Season (Mar 1–Jun 30, Sep 1–Nov 30): CNY 100/person; Off-Season (Dec 1–end of Feb): CNY 60/person ☘️**Suggested Itinerary**: Slender West Lake is Yangzhou's landmark attraction. In spring, willows sway gently and peach blossoms bloom, making it perfect for strolling and boating. Enter from the south gate and visit the Five-Pavilion Bridge, Twenty-Four Bridge, and the Ten Thousand Flower Garden to experience the poetic charm of "Yangzhou in March amidst a flurry of fireworks." 🟦**Ge Garden** 💷**Tickets**: Peak Season (Mar 1–Jun 30, Sep 1–Nov 30): CNY 45/person; Off-Season (Dec 1–end of Feb): CNY 30/person ☘️**Suggested Itinerary**: Ge Garden is famous for its rock formations. In spring, bamboo shadows dance and greenery abounds. Follow the route to admire the Four Seasons rockeries and experience the garden's exquisite layout and unique charm. 🟦**He Garden** 💷**Tickets**: Peak Season (Mar 1–Jun 30, Sep 1–Nov 30): CNY 45/person; Off-Season (Dec 1–end of Feb): CNY 30/person ☘️**Suggested Itinerary**: He Garden is a representative of late Qing Dynasty gardens in Yangzhou, featuring exquisite architecture that blends Chinese and Western styles. Focus on the double-corridor, the boat hall, and the study to appreciate the garden's classical beauty and modern touches. 🟦**Songjiacheng Sports Leisure Park** 💷**Tickets**: Free ☘️**Suggested Itinerary**: Songjiacheng is a comprehensive park integrating sports, fitness, and leisure tourism. In spring, take a walk or jog, admire the February orchids and peach blossoms, and visit the ruins of the Song Dynasty city walls. 🟦**Jianzhen Road Cherry Blossom Avenue** 💷**Tickets**: Free ☘️**Suggested Itinerary**: Jianzhen Road Cherry Blossom Avenue is a popular spot for spring flower viewing in Yangzhou. When the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, it's like a pink ocean. Walk or cycle along the avenue, take photos, and soak in the romantic atmosphere. 🟦**Daming Temple** 💷**Tickets**: Peak Season (Mar 1–Jun 30, Sep 1–Nov 30): CNY 45/person; Off-Season (Dec 1–end of Feb): CNY 30/person ☘️**Suggested Itinerary**: Daming Temple is a famous ancient temple in Yangzhou. In spring, ancient trees tower into the sky, and incense burns vigorously. Visit the Jianzhen Memorial Hall and Qiling Pagoda to experience the profound Buddhist culture. 🟦**Dongguan Street** 💷**Tickets**: Free ☘️**Suggested Itinerary**: Dongguan Street is a historical and cultural district in Yangzhou, preserving a large number of ancient buildings and time-honored shops. In spring, sample Yangzhou snacks, buy local souvenirs, and experience the city's vibrant atmosphere. 🟦**Three Bays of the Grand Canal Scenic Area** 💷**Tickets**: Free ☘️**Suggested Itinerary**: The Three Bays of the Grand Canal Scenic Area is a new attraction in Yangzhou, featuring a combination of natural scenery and urban facilities. In spring, take a walk or cycle, admire the beautiful scenery of the Grand Canal and reed marshes, and visit the Yangzhou China Grand Canal Museum. 🟦**Han Guangling Tomb Museum** 💷**Tickets**: Peak Season (Mar 1–Jun 30, Sep 1–Nov 30): CNY 30/person; Off-Season (Dec 1–end of Feb): CNY 20/person ☘️**Suggested Itinerary**: The Han Guangling Tomb Museum is a museum of Han Dynasty tombs in Yangzhou, showcasing the history and culture of the tombs of Han Dynasty princes and nobles. In spring, visit the tomb ruins and learn about the funeral system and history of the Han Dynasty. ✅✅8 Tips for Visiting Yangzhou 1. **Plan your itinerary in advance**: Yangzhou has many attractions. Plan your itinerary in advance and arrange your time wisely to avoid missing the best visiting times for popular spots. 2. **Dress comfortably**: The spring temperature in Yangzhou is moderate, but there is a large temperature difference between day and night. Dress comfortably for walking and bring a light jacket. 3. **Try Yangzhou breakfast**: Yangzhou has a rich breakfast culture. Try specialties like Yangzhou fried rice, crab roe soup dumplings, and emerald siu mai. 4. **Use public transportation**: Yangzhou has a well-developed public transportation system. Use buses, subways, or shared bikes for convenient and eco-friendly travel. 5. **Respect local customs**: Yangzhou is a city with a long history, unique culture, and customs. Respect local customs and religious beliefs. 6. **Pay attention to safety**: Be mindful of your belongings when visiting attractions, follow the rules of the scenic area, and do not climb or touch cultural relics. 7. **Buy local souvenirs**: Yangzhou has a wealth of local products, such as lacquerware, jade, and paper-cuts, which make great souvenirs. 8. **Pay attention to weather changes**: The weather in Yangzhou is changeable in spring. Check the weather forecast in advance and plan your itinerary accordingly. 3-Day Spring Itinerary for Yangzhou 🌈**Day 1** * **08:30–09:30**: After breakfast, take the subway or a taxi to Slender West Lake. * **09:30–12:30**: Visit Slender West Lake, enjoy the spring scenery, and take photos. * **12:30–13:30**: Have lunch near Slender West Lake. Yangzhou fried rice and crab roe soup dumplings are recommended. * **13:30–15:30**: Visit Daming Temple, including the Jianzhen Memorial Hall and Qiling Pagoda, and experience the profound Buddhist culture. * **15:30–17:30**: Walk or cycle to Jianzhen Road Cherry Blossom Avenue and admire the romantic cherry blossoms. * **17:30–19:00**: Have dinner near Jianzhen Road. Huaiyang cuisine is recommended. * **19:00–**: Return to the hotel or continue shopping in downtown Yangzhou. 🌈**Day 2** * **08:30–09:30**: After breakfast, take the subway or a taxi to Ge Garden. * **09:30–11:30**: Visit Ge Garden and admire the rock formations and the Four Seasons rockeries. * **11:30–12:30**: Have lunch near Ge Garden. Local Yangzhou snacks are recommended. * **12:30–14:30**: Visit He Garden, including the double-corridor and the boat hall, and experience the garden's classical beauty and modern touches. * **14:30–16:00**: Walk or cycle to Dongguan Street, sample Yangzhou snacks, and buy local souvenirs. * **16:00–18:00**: Have dinner near Dongguan Street. Simple and light dishes are recommended. * **18:00–**: Return to the hotel or continue shopping in downtown Yangzhou. 🌈**Day 3** * **08:30–09:30**: After breakfast, take the subway or a taxi to the Three Bays of the Grand Canal Scenic Area. * **09:30–12:00**: Visit the Three Bays of the Grand Canal Scenic Area, admire the scenery of the Grand Canal and reed marshes, and visit the Yangzhou China Grand Canal Museum. * **12:00–13:30**: Have lunch near the Three Bays of the Grand Canal Scenic Area. Local Yangzhou dishes are recommended. * **13:30–15:30**: Visit the Han Guangling Tomb Museum and learn about the history of the Han Dynasty. * **15:30–17:00**: Free time near the Han Guangling Tomb Museum. You can explore the surrounding area.