[2025 Jinan Attraction] Travel Guide for Plum Blossom Spring (Updated May)

🌿Tianjin 1.5h direct! Step into Li Qingzhao's poetic spring｜Complete 2-day guide to Mingshui Ancient City in Zhangqiu 🚅【Transportation Guide】Quick trip from Tianjin High-speed rail option ▸ Outbound: Tianjin West→Zhangqiu North G1087 (08:10-09:46) ▸ Return: Zhangqiu North→Tianjin West G1292 (16:42-18:33) ▸ 10-minute taxi ride to the scenic area, approximately 15 yuan Self-driving option ▸ Beijing-Tianjin Expressway→Beijing-Shanghai Expressway, about 300km total (3.5h) 🌸【2-Day Immersive Itinerary】 📍DAY1: Journey through Song Dynasty elegance 09:30 Climb the city wall→Poetry kite DIY 11:00 Tie-dye experience at Hongsheng Cloth Workshop 12:30 Enjoy spring water tea by Meihua Spring 14:00 Meet the NPC version of "cool poet" at Li Qingzhao's Former Residence 16:00 Drink tea from large bowls at Mo Spring (Bring empty bottles for spring water!) 19:30 Quan Xiu performance (Don't miss the fire show + holographic projection) 📍DAY2: Slow living with local flavor 07:30 Spring water lamb soup with pancakes at Early Wine Market 09:00 Recite poems at Yi'an Poetry Club to win cultural souvenirs 11:00 Watch Lu Opera at Meng Family Theater 13:00 Row boats at Lotus Banquet Dock (Secret tip to avoid crowds) 15:00 Intangible cultural heritage lacquer fan DIY (Take home as souvenir) 📸【8 Perfect Photo Spots】 1️⃣ Baihua Bridge overhead shot: Classic composition of bridge+water+peach blossoms 2️⃣ Meihua Spring reflections: Most beautiful light at 9am 3️⃣ Mo Spring tea stall: Capture the moment spring water gushes while holding a tea bowl 4️⃣ Window frames at Li Qingzhao's Former Residence: Frame composition with poem titles 5️⃣ Lantern wall on Fox Fairy Street: Most photogenic at dusk 6️⃣ Front of rowing boat: Wear Hanfu and hold an oil-paper umbrella 7️⃣ Red wall of Longquan Temple: Perfect light and shadow at 4pm 8️⃣ Second floor of Guilai Academy: Silhouette shots with book props 🍜【Must-Try Food List】 🔥Hardcore options ▪️Huang's Roast Meat (Eat wrapped in lotus leaf pancakes) ▪️Bazi Meat, fatty but not greasy (Delicious with rice) ▪️Firewood-stewed chicken (Cooked on traditional farm stoves) 🍵Light refreshments ▪️Large bowl spring water tea (Direct from Mo Spring) ▪️Longshan tofu pudding (Exclusive to Early Wine Market) ▪️Lotus pastry (Available at the boat dock) 💡【Insider Tips Only Locals Know】 ✅ Accommodation perks: Staying at hotels inside the scenic area gets you: ▸ Free shuttle service ▸ VIP section for Quan Xiu performance ▸ Exclusive empty city views in the morning ✅ Hidden activities: ▪️Find NPCs and say the code "Zhi Fou" for bookmarks ▪️Choose deep blue + gold paint for the most photogenic lacquer fans ✅ Pitfall guide: ❌Don't trust "guides" outside the scenic area ❌Don't queue for Bazi Meat after 3pm (Often sold out) 🎫【Tickets & Discounts】 ▪️Adult ticket: 98 yuan (Includes 10 yuan food voucher) ▪️Free entry: Under 6/Over 60/Hanfu wearers ▪️Night tour ticket: 58 yuan (Entry after 17:00) "This is not Jiangnan, but it has more Song Dynasty charm than Jiangnan"

Unlock the Beauty of the Northern Spring City Come to Mingshui Ancient Town in Jinan and encounter a poetic spring city. Experience the unique charm of "half the city is mountain scenery, half is lake, surrounded by lotus flowers and willows on three sides." This ancient town perfectly blends the boldness of the north with the elegance of the south, exuding the vibrancy of spring water and a rich cultural heritage. Use this guide to start your wonderful journey through the ancient town. 1. Preparation: Book tickets in advance on the official WeChat account or major travel platforms. Adult tickets are CNY 98, and student/child tickets are CNY 49. Pack comfortable athletic shoes for strolling through the ancient town. If traveling in summer, bring sunscreen; in winter, dress warmly with thick coats, scarves, and gloves. 2. Transportation: ◦ High-speed Rail: Get off at Zhangqiu Station. A 10-minute taxi ride will get you there, costing about CNY 10–15. ◦ Car: Navigate directly to "Mingshui Ancient Town International Spring Water Tourist Resort." Parking at the scenic spot is CNY 2/hour. 3. Itinerary: ◦ Morning: Start from the visitor center and head to the Cloth Dyeing Workshop to admire the dyeing and printing tools, such as the hollow carved boards. The drying dyed cloths are colorful and great for photos. Then, go to the Meng Family Courtyard to appreciate the unique style of northern residences from the Qing Dynasty. You can also watch Zhangqiu Bangzi opera performances at the theater. ◦ Noon: Enjoy delicious food on Mingshui Street or Fufront Street. Spring water mutton soup is fresh, fragrant, and nourishing. Hanging oven baked sesame cakes are crispy and delicious. Iron pot dishes are fragrant. ◦ Afternoon: Visit the former residence of Li Qingzhao and experience the life of the "first talented woman of the ages" by the Shuyu Spring and Plum Blossom Spring. Then, go to Baimai Spring Park to admire the pearl-spitting Baimai Spring, the ink-colored Mo Spring, and the glittering Jinjing Spring. ◦ Evening: Watch the spectacular Quanxiu show in the ancient town, where light and shadow intertwine with spring water, creating a dreamlike experience. Afterward, stroll through the ancient town, admire the night view, and experience its tranquility and romance. 4. Must-See Performances: ◦ Quanxiu Show: Performed every evening from 7:30–7:50 pm at Quanxiu Square. Don't miss the combination of lights, fountains, drones, and wonderful singing and dancing. ◦ Yi'an Poetry Gathering: Interact with NPCs to recite and compose poems, and participate in blind box activities to experience the charm of poetry culture. 5. Accommodation Recommendations: ◦ Inns in the Ancient Town: Fuli Inn has an antique charm and a convenient location, allowing you to immerse yourself in the ancient town's atmosphere, but the price is relatively high. ◦ Hotels around the Ancient Town: More affordable options, such as the Zhangqiu Hilton Garden Inn, offer complete facilities and convenient transportation. 6. Important Notes: Performance times are subject to change. Check the official WeChat account or the visitor center in advance. Some roads in the ancient town are narrow, so be careful. Protect the environment and do not litter.

Hey guys! 👋 You have to check out this Jinan travel guide. Jinan after a snowfall is so beautiful that it will leave you speechless. The city becomes a romantic wonderland. 🥰 With its blue bricks, black tiles, and slow boats, the cold city of springs becomes a vivid picture in the snow. Strolling through the snow with an oil-paper umbrella, you can truly appreciate the city's unique charm and romance, as if you have traveled back in time. 🕰️ 📍 Address: Ming Shui Ancient City, Qingzhao Spring City, Zhangqiu, Jinan. A place full of endless charm. 🚄 Transportation: If you take the high-speed train, you can get off at Zhangqiu Station or Zhangqiu North Station, and take a taxi for about 20 minutes to get there. If you choose to drive, just navigate to the Zhangqiu Mingshui Ancient City Tourist Center. 🚗 📝 Travel Route ● Day 1: Start your ancient city tour along Confucian Business Street, visit the cloth shop to experience traditional crafts, visit the Meng Family Courtyard to appreciate the historical charm, walk through Huxian Street and Mingshui Street, then visit the yamen to feel the ancient majesty, then check in at the sauce garden, post office, and oil mill to experience the ancient city's fireworks. 🎇 ● Day 2: Be sure to visit the former residence of Li Qingzhao and Shuyu Spring to explore the traces of the talented woman; don't miss the tranquility of Meihua Spring and Longquan Temple; Moquan and Jinjing Spring also have their own characteristics, and each place is full of stories. 📜 🏮 New Year Activities 1. Yian Poetry Club 📍 Shilou Square: A super fun event to make friends through poetry! You can participate in poetry interactions on site, and if you win, you can get a blind box gift. Isn't it super tempting? 🎁 2. Fire Tree Silver Flower 📍 Dongmawan: A real-life version of the fire tree silver flower, with iron flowers splashing on dead trees, instantly lighting up the night sky. Every time the iron flowers bloom, it is super shocking and will definitely be a feast for your eyes. 🔥 3. Zhangqiu Bangzi 📍 Sanwei Theater: This is a local traditional opera genre, with performances throughout the day. You can also go to the second floor to enjoy tea and listen to the opera, and feel the unique charm of traditional opera. 🎶 4. Spring Show + Drone Show 📍 Spring Show Area: A nighttime audio-visual feast! Drones form various patterns in the night sky, combined with constantly changing fountains, it is simply amazing. ✨ 5. Year of the Snake Zodiac Exhibition: It is the Year of the Snake, come and see the Year of the Snake zodiac works and feel the strong New Year atmosphere. 🐍 6. Intangible Cultural Heritage Market: New Year Intangible Cultural Heritage Temple Fair, Fire Pot Flying Man, Shandong Yangko, Zhangqiu Core, Chaoshan Intangible Cultural Heritage Yingge Dance, as if you have traveled back to the prosperous Song Dynasty, it is very lively. 🎉 ⭐️ Accommodation and Food Recommendations For accommodation, it is recommended to choose an inn or hotel in the ancient city, so you can enjoy the charming night view of the ancient city, and it is also very convenient to play the next day. As for food, you can't miss the authentic Shandong cuisine. The roasted meat and roasted meat buns at the roasted meat restaurant are highly recommended. Take a bite and feel full of happiness. 😋 Guys, aren't you tempted by such a Jinan? 💖

A niche attraction in Jinan, the Plum Blossom Spring in the Mingshui Ancient City of Zhangqiu. Plum Blossom Spring is located in the Qingzhao Garden of Baimaiquan Park in Zhangqiu District, Jinan City. A pool of clear spring reflects the pavilions and towers in the garden. Five clear springs gushed out of the pool, just like plum blossoms, hence the name Plum Blossom Spring. The spring water gushes out from five spring holes, rising straight up to the five peaks. The falling spring water splashes five snow-white waves in the green spring pool, like a blooming white plum blossom, with the pistil in the center surging and rippling, which is pleasing to the eye. Admire all the springs in the world, and the most amazing one is the plum blossom. In a pool of clear water, five jade-like spring flowers are gushing out, forming a spring shaped like plum blossoms. I am afraid that the Plum Blossom Spring in Zhangqiu is the only one in the world. PS: You can just buy the ticket for Mingshui Ancient Town. Baimai Spring and Meihua Spring are together, so you don’t need to buy tickets separately. You can come here to check in and take photos during the Spring Festival travel! 🚩Guide to Mingshui Ancient Town 🎈Mingshui Ancient City has 7 gates, in addition to the 4 main gates in the east, west, south and north, there are 3 small gates ✅ South Gate: North of the current Post and Telecommunications Bureau, slightly north of the entrance of Mingshui Street ✅North Gate: west of the north gate of Baimaiquan Park, the north end of the former Hongmiao Lane ✅East Gate: North of Li Qingzhao’s former residence, west of the original Jinjiang Bridge. It is generally called Dadongmen ✅West Gate: Outside the east wall of the former No. 4 Middle School, slightly north. It is commonly called Daximen ✅Southeast Gate: Southeast of Baimaiquan Square. Also called Xiaonanmen and Yuchimen ✅Southwest Gate: South of the Great West Gate, at the west end of the former Renyi Lane. There is a bridge below, you can cross the bridge to leave the city ✅Xiaobeimen: North of the former Lijia Garden 🚩Photo taking spots recommended ✅ Pier cruise: 60 yuan/person/one way, 100 yuan/person round trip, take a boat around the ancient city ✅Ancient City Building: It is really spectacular to take pictures of the city building on the bridge. ✅Meng Family Courtyard: The courtyard of a wealthy family, where "Zhangqiu Bangzi Opera" is performed ✅The ancient city post office is a must-go for those who like to collect stamps. You can take photos of the Republic of China style ✅ Ancient City Riverside: Great location for taking photos, it is recommended to wear ancient costumes ✅See the springs: Plum Blossom Spring, Baimai Spring, Moquan 🍵Dining recommendations ✅Shabu-shabu hotpot, buffet, wontons, sesame cakes ✅Mutton soup, hanging oven biscuits, good luck cake ✅Fried tofu, noodles, pizza, hamburgers, tofu pudding 🚩Recommended ancient city attractions ✅Meng Family Courtyard ✅Arm ✅Ancient City Government Office ✅Weichuan Pharmacy ✅Sauce Garden ✅Tofu Shop ✅Blacksmith ✅Post Office ✅Li Qingzhao's Former Residence ✅Longquan Temple ✅Moquan, Meihuaquan ✅Bai Mai Quan 💰Ticket Information ✅68 yuan/person 🏠Accommodation recommendations ✅There are accommodations in Mingshui Ancient City, you can refer to ✅Hotels around Mingshui Ancient City (high cost-effectiveness and wide selection) 🚙Traffic Information ✅You can drive to Zhangqiu Mingshui Ancient City ✅Take the high-speed train from Jinan Station to Zhangqiu Station (fare 15/18 yuan/person) ✅The bus is a bit slow, not recommended ✅Take bus No. 11 South Line, No. 11 North Line, or No. 105 to get directly to Baimaiquan Park