The Ultimate Guide to Taierzhuang Ancient City

Here's a comprehensive travel guide from Jinan to Taierzhuang Ancient City: Transportation - High-speed rail: Take a train from Jinan West Station to Zaozhuang Station (approx. 1.5h, ¥90). From there, you can take a taxi to the ancient city's south gate (approx. ¥100) or take BRT rapid bus line B10 directly to Taierzhuang Ancient City (approx. 1h, ¥5). - Self-drive: Via G2 Jinghu Expressway to G3 Jingtai Expressway, then enter S345 Taierzhuang Connection Line. Alternatively, take G1511 Rilan Expressway to G3 Jingtai Expressway, then S345 Taierzhuang Connection Line (3-4h drive). Parking available near the ancient city at ¥20/day. Tickets & Documents - Adult ticket: ¥118 (book one day in advance online) - Free admission for seniors over 60, children under 1.4m, veterans, journalists with valid ID. Accommodation - Inside ancient city: Recommended canal-side inns like Sky City Hotel, Sky Mirror Hotel, and Swan Lake Hotel with beautiful water views and night scenery (¥300-800/night, double during holidays). - Outside ancient city: Ruikai Hotel offers good value (10-min walk to ancient city, standard rooms around ¥200). Itinerary - One-day trip: Morning visit to Taierzhuang Battle Memorial Hall, then explore Tianhou Palace and Revival Square. Evening boat ride for night views and fire dragon steel flower performance. - Two-day trip: Day 1 - Arrive morning, check in, visit Taierzhuang Battle Site Park. Afternoon explore ancient architecture and museums at Moon River Street. Evening boat ride and fire dragon show. Day 2 - Leisure morning, tea tasting at Xieyu Tea House, souvenir shopping before departure. Recommended Performances - 7:30 Fire Dragon Steel Flowers at Revival Square - 16:00 The Pursuit at Battle Site Park - 10:00 Qianlong's Tour of Taierzhuang at Tianhou Palace - 18:00 Dreaming of Taicheng - 19:15 River·Sound at Boat-shaped Street Food Recommendations - Yellow flower beef noodles, vegetable pancakes, canal carp, spicy chicken, pancake rolls with scallions, etc. Tips - Wear comfortable flat shoes for the cobblestone streets. - Bring mosquito repellent in summer.