Can the story of the millennium-old Grand Canal be found at the Grand Canal Museum of China?

The following is a travel guide to the Grand Canal Museum of China in Yangzhou: Reservation • Reservation platform: Make a reservation through the official website or WeChat official account of the Grand Canal Museum of China. • Reservation time: Tickets are released at 19:00 daily one week in advance. • Reservation rules: The free escape room game "Traces of the Grand Canal" in Hall 13 requires a separate reservation. Each session is limited to 15 people, and it is very difficult to book, so it is recommended to book 7 days in advance. Transportation • Public transportation: Take bus No. 56 or 82 to the Sanwan Bridge East Station and walk to No. 1 Yunbo Road. • Self-driving: The museum has parking lots for buses and cars. The entrance to the small car parking lot is at the North Gate (ground parking lot) and Southeast Gate (underground parking lot) of the Grand Canal Museum of China. Parking hours: 9:00–18:00. Key Highlights • Hall 1: Experience the 3D Grand Canal movie, which is like the Grand Canal version of Disney's Soarin'. It is recommended to grab the first row for the best viewing experience. • Hall 2: Enjoy the "Ship of Sands" naked-eye 3D show and feel the changing seasons, as if you are experiencing the ancient Grand Canal. • Hall 3: The ancient street scene is a great place to take photos in Hanfu. The small bridges, flowing water, and houses, combined with the changing seasons projected onto the scene, make you feel like you are traveling through time and space. • Hall 8: The 720-degree holographic projection shows the changing seasons of spring, summer, fall, and winter along the Grand Canal, which is magnificent. • Hall 13: Traces of the Grand Canal is similar to an escape room game. The plot incorporates the culture of the Grand Canal. Players transform into ancient water supervisors and travel along the Grand Canal with missions, familiarizing themselves with the history and culture of the Grand Canal in a subtle way. Tour Sequence Recommended tour sequence: 8-2-3-1-Roof Garden, leisurely enjoy a historical journey. Guided Tour Service • Free guided tours at fixed times: Free guided tours are provided in the museum at 10:00 am and 2:00 pm every day. Visitors need to make an on-site reservation at the service desk on the first floor in advance. The number of people is limited to 30 people/session. The guided tour covers the permanent exhibition hall and lasts about 1 hour. • Rent a tour guide: It is recommended to rent an audio guide (CNY 20/piece), or ask a tour guide to take you for an in-depth understanding. Visit Duration The recommended visit duration is 3–4 hours. Other suggestions • Luggage storage: The museum provides luggage storage services to facilitate easy tours for visitors. • Nearby attractions: After visiting the museum, you can go to Slender West Lake, He Garden and other attractions to experience the natural scenery and historical culture of Yangzhou. • Food experience: Yangzhou's cuisine should not be missed. You can taste authentic Huaiyang cuisine, such as Yangzhou fried rice, braised pork balls, etc.