[2025 Wuxi Attraction] Travel Guide for Qingming Bridge Ancient Grand Canal Scenic Area (Updated Apr)

The full moon night of Mid-Autumn Festival Compared to Shanghai Wuxi is obviously much more lively The Qingming Bridge Scenic Area can be described as a sea of ​​​​people Although full of restaurants and antique old buildings have a d impact But now enjoy the moon on the historic bridge It was completely different from the experience in Hong Kong I have to say that this year's Mid-Autumn Moon is very big, round, bright and beautiful

|Pink Storm by the Ancient Canal · Spring Limited Romance. 🌸Wuxi Grand Canal Cherry Blossom Roaming Guide | Pink Storm by the Ancient Canal · Spring Limited Romance🌸 🚗 Transportation Guide · Water, Land and Air Guide 📍Coordinates: Intersection of Canal West Road and Ronghu Road, Liangxi District, Wuxi City 🚄High-speed rail party: Shanghai/Nanjing → Wuxi Station (about 30-50 minutes), 15 minutes by taxi directly to the south gate of the park (💰 about 20 yuan) 🚇 Metro Party: Wuxi Metro Line 4 [Huishan Ancient Town Station] Exit 5, ride a shared bicycle along the canal greenway for 8 minutes 🚢 Cruise Egg: Take a water bus (RMB 30/person) from the ancient Canal Pier of Qingmingqiao, the route crosses the banks of the Sakura River (⚠️ Reservation is required 1 day in advance) 🅿️ Driving parking: Navigate to "Grand Canal Cultural Park P2 Parking Lot", it is recommended to arrive before 8:30 on weekends (5 yuan/hour, full parking can be transferred to Canal Park Parking Lot) 🌸Cherry blossoms in their prime · Private location revealed 📅 Best time to see: Late March - mid-April (Somei Yoshino cherry blossoms are in the same frame as the ancient canal!) ⏰ Golden Hour: 6:30-8:00 in the morning: Cherry blossom tunnel in the mist, wearing Hanfu for a "Morning Light Through Flowers" blockbuster Evening 17:30-18:30: Canal sunset + early cherry blossom lights at night, blues moments for pink stars 📸 Must-see spot: 1️⃣ Canal Cherry Blossom Walk: 2km pink promenade, capture children running with windmills (🎐Photo location: overlooking the 3rd arch bridge of the trail) 2️⃣ Ancient kiln site cherry blossom slope: industrial style red brick wall + hanging cherry blossoms, let grandpa take "hard-core romantic" contrast photos 3️⃣ Canal Culture Museum Mirror Pool: Cherry Blossom Reflected Glass Curtain Wall, the whole family puts a loving pose to take a mirror photo 🎎 Immersive canal cultural experience 🛶Cherry Blossom Themed Cruise: Include a rocking boat (180 yuan/40 minutes), the boat girl will sing Wuxi minor tune, free cherry blossom sachet + freshly cooked Biluochun 🎨 Parent-Child Workshop: Canal Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum Experience "Cherry Blossom Dyeing" (RMB 38/person, take away canvas bag) Mudman Museum DIY Cherry Blossom Afu (50 yuan/set, cute version of cherry blossom doll) 🍜 Canal Spring Banquet on the Tip of the Tongue 🥢 Spring limited delicacies: Old Cow's Nest (Canal Shop): Sakura Shrimp Stewed Stinky Tofu (Dark Delicious!) Wang Xing Kee: Cherry Pink Small Caviar Bao (limited to 100 cages per day, grabbing starts at 8:30) 🍡 Must-try at snack stalls: Cherry Blossom Glutinous Lotus Root (RMB 10/string), Canal Boat Girl Youth League (Mustard + Cherry Blossom Double Filling) 🗺️ One-day essence route 7:00 Arrive at South Gate to take pictures of morning cherry blossoms → 9:00 Canal Culture Museum to see the holographic projection exhibition → 11:00 Lunch in the old cow's nest → 13:00 Picnic at Cherry Blossom Slope at the Ancient Kiln Site → 15:00 Take a rocking boat to listen to a tune → 17:00 Buy oil and gluten in Huishan Ancient Town (by the way! 💡 Guide to preventing ambush ❗Blood and Tears Experience: Wear waterproof shoe covers! There are sprinklers to clean the petals on the canal trail in the early morning Have a charger! There are no rental points in Sakura Tunnel (taking pictures is too wasteful 📱) Anti-Allergy Kit: Mask + Goggles (Pollen Concentration Warning⚠️)

#discoverchina #wuxi #thingstodo #citydaytours Wandering through Qingming Bridge Ancient Canal Scenic Area at night feels like stepping into a timeless painting. The historic bridge, illuminated by warm golden lights, casts dreamy reflections onto the quiet waters below. The air is filled with the soft murmur of waves as wooden boats glide gracefully through the canal, their lanterns swaying gently. As I strolled along the riverside promenade, the blend of old and new was captivating—quaint tea houses and vintage architecture standing harmoniously alongside lively night markets and cozy cafés. The cool breeze, the distant echoes of traditional music, and the charm of Wuxi’s water town heritage made for an unforgettable evening. If you’re looking for a serene yet immersive experience, this is where the past and present meet in the most enchanting way.

#discoverchina #wuxi #nightactivity #thingstodo As night falls, Qingming Bridge Ancient Canal Scenic Area transforms into a mesmerizing blend of old-world charm and modern vibrance. The soft glow of lanterns reflects on the shimmering canal, while the historic stone bridge stands gracefully over the water, whispering stories of the past. Walking along the riverside, I was captivated by the lively yet peaceful atmosphere—locals chatting over tea, street performers adding to the charm, and boats drifting by, offering a glimpse into the water town’s heritage. It’s the perfect spot for a relaxing evening walk, where you can soak in the beauty of Wuxi’s ancient waterways while enjoying the cool breeze. A must-visit for those who love history, culture, and a touch of romance by the water.

The Wuxi scenic area, situated in the city's southern central area, lies where two Y-shaped rivers and ancient streets meet. ● This six-kilometer section of the Grand Canal showcases southern Yangtze River towns. ●Notable features include waterside lanes and Ming and Qing Dynasty structures along the canal, including kilns, houses, bridges, and temples, reflecting Wuxi's 3,000-year history. ●There are many great places to eat and shop around the area. jiangyin 📍Location: Wuqiao Sub-district-Xishuidun-South Gate-Qingming Bridge Section of the Grand Canal of China. It is the best scenic area at the Wuxi Section of the Grand Canal. 💰Ticket: free ⏳️ timehours: With access all day 🚘Transportation: No. 55, 23, 19 and 25 from Wuxi Railway Station Travel guides 🛶Boarding Piers: Canal Park Pier South Pier (nearby the railway station and China Travel Hotel) ⏳️Departure Time: Canal Park Pier：09:00, 11:00, 14:00, 15:00, 19:00, 20:00. South Pier：09:15, 11:15, 14:15, 15:15, 19:15, 20:15 ● Boat Ticket: 60 RMB ($9.68) #springwander

Wuxi Jiangnan Ancient Canal Travel Guide✨ 🌈Highlights: Experience the millennia-old Grand Canal🛶, with its charming Jiangnan water town scenery and white-walled, black-tiled houses along the banks. As night falls and lights begin to twinkle, their reflections on the water resemble a dreamy galaxy✨. You can also see traditional sculling boats and hear boatwomen singing soft Wu dialect tunes🎶. Along the way, numerous unique shops and food stalls offer a taste of local life. 🚗Getting There: Take the subway to a nearby station and walk to the canal. Taxis are also readily available. For a local experience, rent a shared bike and cycle along the canal🚲, enjoying the gentle breeze. 👍Must-See Spots: 1. Qingming Bridge Historic and Cultural District🎏: This is the most scenic section of the ancient canal, with ancient bridges, streets, and wharves, all perfect photo opportunities. 2. China National Silk Museum🕍: Learn about the development of Jiangnan silk culture and admire the picturesque ancient architecture. 3. Nanchang Street🛍: This street has a vibrant artistic atmosphere and is full of hidden gem shops, perfect for strolling, shopping, and snacking. 🚩Tips for Avoiding Lines: Weekends and holidays can be crowded, and there may be lines for boat rides at Qingming Bridge. Avoid peak hours from 10 am - 12 pm and 3 pm - 5 pm⏰. Booking tickets online in advance can save you waiting time. 💖Other Tips: 1. Don't miss the local cuisine, including spare ribs with soy sauce, magnolia flower cakes, and savory mooncakes🥧. They're all delicious! 2. Consider bringing some traditional Chinese clothing for atmospheric photoshoots📷. 3. The ancient canal is even more beautiful at night than during the day. Plan your time accordingly so you don't miss the night view🌃.

Nanchang Street is one of the most famous ancient streets in Wuxi. It is 5,600 meters long and located in the bustling center of Liangxi District. It is a typical ancient canal-side Jiangnan village with an original ecological style, white walls, black tiles, wooden windows, square brick paving, and front shops and back workshops. Almost every house has a water dock, with a variety of styles. The block is composed of Nanchang Street, Nanxiatang, Yangchun Lane, Dayao Road, and other areas with rich historical and cultural heritage. Today, the old buildings on the street are full of bars, cafes, western restaurants, and specialty shops, making it the first choice for young people to rest at night. Qingming Bridge in Nanchang Street is the largest ancient stone arch bridge in Wuxi. The ancient canal night tour is a classic water night tour route in Wuxi, with the ancient canal as the central axis and Qingming Bridge as the core, and two parallel ancient streets along the river. 🌟 Highlights: At night, step on a cruise ship and walk on the river. The small buildings in the Qingming style on both sides slowly pass by, the colorful lights on the water reflect the water, and the sound of gurgling water and the breeze blowing on your face make the scenery unique and charming. 🌟 Highlights: Ancient Canal Essence Tour Kuatang Bridge Wharf → Jiangnan Water Lane → Dagong Bridge → Qingming Bridge → Wuxi Kiln Group Yitan Museum → Qingming Bridge Wharf → China Silk Industry Museum. The tour takes about 60 minutes.

Nanchang Street is located in the bustling center of Liangxi District, Wuxi City, Jiangsu Province, from the south gate of Wuxi Old Town to Xinguang Road. Its core area is the Qingming Bridge Historical and Cultural Block from Kuatang Bridge to Qingming Bridge. It is a famous ancient street in Wuxi, a national AAAA-level tourist attraction, and a world cultural heritage that connects the Grand Canal from the north to the Yangtze River and reaches Taihu Lake in the south. Among them, the Qingmingqiao Historical and Cultural Block in Nanchang Street is a typical Jiangnan water town on the banks of the Grand Canal, and is known as the "Jiangnan Water Alley, a rare place on the canal." Nanchang Street is a typical example of the original ecological style of Jiangnan people living along the ancient Grand Canal. The residential buildings in the block are rich and colorful, with strong characteristics of the Jiangnan people along the canal, with white walls and black tiles, lattice wooden windows, square brick floors, screen doors and partitions, shops in front and workshops in the back. Almost every house has a water dock, forming a variety of styles, including courtyard-style, bamboo tube-style, and independent riverside houses with strong local characteristics, as well as Shikumen merchant villas that combine Chinese and Western styles. South Chang Street

Every city has its own ancient street, and for Wuxi, it is South Long Street. South Long Street retains the traditional appearance of the ancient canal water towns, with the original old houses integrated into the current shops, appearing more pure, authentic, and full of life. If it's your first time visiting Wuxi, make South Long Street your first stop. It boasts the unique charm of Jiangnan's water alleyways, especially under the romantic and enchanting night lights. Strolling along the ancient canal at night on South Long Street, you can enjoy the small bridges, flowing water, pavilions, and towers, all the more antique and splendid under the brilliant lights, sketching out a picture-perfect scene of the Jiangnan water towns. 🌟 Qingming Bridge: The largest existing ancient stone arch bridge in Wuxi, one of the iconic attractions of South Long Street, built during the Ming dynasty. 🌟 China Silk Museum: Established on the former site of Yongtai Silk Factory, it offers an understanding of the origin, development, and prosperity of silk; the silk-making process, and a variety of silk products for appreciation, letting you experience the charm of Jiangnan silk. 🌟 Ancient Canal Rhyme Pedestrian Street: Walking on the old stone-paved road, watching the quietly flowing canal, it's as if time has reversed. You can also take a boat ride, cruising along the ancient canal, taking in the scenery on both sides, and experiencing the tranquility and beauty of the Jiangnan water towns. 📍Attraction Address: Liangxi District, Wuxi City, Nanchansi Street 🚗Transportation to the Attraction: Buses 15, 23, 24, 27, 57, 105, 767, 788 Subway Line 1 Nanchansi Station Exit 8, walk south over Nanchang Bridge for about 10 minutes 👍️Must-visit Attractions: Qingming Bridge Historical and Cultural Block, China Silk Museum, Ancient Canal Rhyme Pedestrian Street 🎟️Ticket Information: Free 💗Other tips: South Long Street is mostly paved with stone slabs or cobblestones, it is recommended to wear comfortable shoes.

Wuxi May Day Guide✈️ Play like this in spring limited to Binhu District Day1 Baoshan Forest Park➡️Turtle Head Isle➡️Li Garden➡️Li Lake Central Park➡️Xuntang Ancient Town After Turtle Head Isle, you can stroll around the nearby Xuntang Ancient Town. It's not far away, the town is small, but the scenery is beautiful, and you can stay in the hotels here Binhu District Day2 Lingshan Scenic Area➡️Nianhua Bay➡️Taihu Lake Scenic Belt Liangxi District Day3 Rong Lane Historical District➡️Huishan Ancient Town➡️Nanchan Temple➡️Nanchang Street Entrance➡️Qingming Bridge Ancient Canal Scenic Area Yixing City Day4 Yixing Bamboo Sea | Zhanggong Cave | Taozu Holy Land | Linggu Cave, etc., choose one or two Day5 Check for any omissions according to the situation, or take a leisurely trip Accommodation Guide Recommended accommodation: Shuxiang Mansion Hotel in Xuntang Ancient Town Don't miss it if you like ancient towns in the south of the Yangtze River. You can sleep in the scenic area and be attracted by the hotel's delicious food Crispy eel is actually the most delicious I've tasted in days! Food Guide Recommended food: Although Xibang cuisine is not very stunning, it is also fresh to eat light food Wuxi is a low-key city, convenient for travel, beautiful scenery, and amazing culture As a short holiday trip for May Day, it is very worthwhile to go～ ✈️Transportation route: Fly to Wuxi, take a taxi to the entrance of Xuntang Ancient Town, and friends who come nearby can directly take the subway lines 1 and 4

The Wuxi Ancient Grand Canal is a section of the Grand Canal, connecting the Yangtze River in the north and Taihu Lake in the south. It is also the earliest canal in history, with a history of 2,500 years. The section from Kuatang Bridge to Qingming Bridge is the most essential part and is known as the "Jiangnan Water Alley". Qingming Bridge is the most complete single-hole stone arch bridge preserved in Wuxi. It was built during the Ming Dynasty and has a history of more than 400 years. The Qingming Bridge Scenic Area is formed by the intersection of two Y-shaped rivers and ancient streets along the banks, so the Qingming Bridge is the most distinctive water village scenery in Wuxi. The buildings on both sides of the canal are staggered in height, forming a folk customs gallery with the ancient bridge and the ancient canal, and the scenery is particularly pleasant. On the left bank of Qingming Bridge, there is the Wuxi Kiln Group Site Museum and some kiln group sites. Strolling along the ancient canal, the water town buildings and old houses form a characteristic water town block. After nightfall, the ancient street view of the canal is like a beautiful woman with heavy makeup. The old houses with white walls and black tiles are lit up and reflected in the canal. It is classical and elegant. It is the window to the water town and a microcosm of culture! #familytravel #Water Village Style Gallery

No tickets required! No reservations needed! Nanchang Street is filled with a variety of local snacks, making it a foodie's paradise! It's very friendly for those who love to snack~ Stinky tofu, brown sugar glutinous rice cake, hot pot skewers, Teayan Yue Se, Wuxi xiaolongbao, youzanzi, plum blossom cake, silver thread noodles~

This place has its own unique charm whether it is day or night. As the saying goes, "The water alleys of Jiangnan and the canal are a rare place." 🍀The section of the ancient canal that runs through Wuxi City starts from Wuqiao, passes through Xishuidun, Nanmen and ends at Qingming Bridge. This 6-kilometer-long river section embodies the most Jiangnan water village style. With the ancient canal as the central axis and Qingming Bridge as the core, there are two parallel ancient streets along the river. The core attraction, Qingming Bridge, is located at the intersection of the ancient canal and Bodu Port outside the South Gate. There are also classic attractions such as Nanchan Temple nearby where you can check in. ⭐After nightfall, walk on the stone road beside the canal, quietly enjoy the scenery along the way, eat ordinary Wuxi snacks, or walk through the stone bridge to the depths of the alleys, and savor the misty night of the Jiangnan water town. It is a different experience to Wuxi. 👉【tips】 🎈Opening hours: all day 🎫Tickets: free 🚌Transportation: Navigate to "Wuxi Qingming Bridge Ancient Canal Scenic Area" or take bus No. 106 or No. 27 to Jintang Bridge (bus stop). ⚠️Note: The scenic area is free and open, and the cruise ship is charged separately

Nanchang Street, located in the bustling center of Liangxi District, Wuxi City, Jiangsu Province, is a famous ancient street in Wuxi, a world cultural heritage site that connects the Grand Canal to the Yangtze River in the north and Taihu Lake in the south. In the center of Wuxi city with high-rise buildings, the gentle and long, antique Nanchang Street is a soft and watery spiritual home. The Qingming Bridge Historical and Cultural Block in Nanchang Street is a typical Jiangnan water town on the bank of the Grand Canal, known as the "Jiangnan Water Alley, the Canal's unique place". The block is composed of areas with rich historical and cultural heritage such as Nanchang Street, the Wuxi section of the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal (ancient canal town), Nanxiatang, Bodu Port, Dayao Road, etc. Here you can see the Jiangnan water town style buildings on the bank of the Grand Canal, the antique building styles and layouts are a feast for the eyes, next to the green grass and ancient trees is a clear river, the water surface is calm, like a huge mirror, reflecting the surrounding scenery. There are quaint bridges on the river, standing on the bridge, looking at the distant scenery, it is refreshing. When the lights flicker here at night, the buildings of the water town are even more beautiful and full of charm under the contrast of the lights and the night. 📍Detailed address: Nanchang Street, Liangxi District, Wuxi City, Jiangsu Province (near Nanchan Temple) 🕙Business hours: Open all day Ticket: Free admission

👍Most Recommended: This place has been prosperous for 2,500 years. In protecting the ancient city area, Wuxi has achieved a perfect combination of the ancient and the modern. It is also the only city where the Grand Canal runs through the city center.

The snow in Wuxi today is quite heavy, I love the scenery in the snow, strolling in the snow when I have nothing to do, experiencing a different mood

He Alley on the bank of the ancient canal by Qingming Bridge in Wuxi is an old street running east-west. In the past, Wuxi had eighteen famous alleys, and He Alley was one of them. Inside He Alley, there is the old house of Qian Shaoqing, a local industrialist in Wuxi, and an ancient bridge, 'Dingsheng Bridge'. It is said that the earliest residents of He Alley were the descendants of Du Fu, a great poet of the Tang Dynasty. They settled here and made a living by operating husking mills, so the earliest name of He Alley was also 'Fire Alley'.

For those who come to Wuxi and don't know where to go, come here! The scenery of the Qingming River Ancient Canal Scenic Area is really good, 3.1km away from Wuxi Railway Station, you can really experience the feeling of Jiangnan water town. Walking to the nearby residential area is also good, the small alleys have a lot of feelings, there are fewer people here during the day, and more people at night. There are many small shops along the Qingming River, and you can finish shopping in about two hours. The photos are really good. You need a ticket to take a boat, and the scenic area is free. The night view is also good, but it feels more like Jiangnan during the day.

The Qingming Bridge Historical and Cultural Block is a historical heritage site that forms part of the Grand Canal, which has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Nan Chang Street and Nan Xia Tang Street, which run parallel to both sides of the Grand Canal, are lined with old-fashioned Chinese buildings with white walls and black tiled roofs. The view from the bridge was very charming. There are restaurants, cafes, and souvenir shops lined up, and it was very busy even on weekdays. 📍 Qingming Bridge Historical and Cultural Block ☑︎Address Nan Chang Street, Nan Chang District, Wuxi City, Jiangsu Province ☑︎Opening hours All day ☑︎Access About 20 minutes walk from Nanzenji Station on the subway #Overseas travel #China #China tourism #China travel #World Heritage Site #Wuxi

If you go to Wuxi, the must-try Wuxi delicacies are Wuxi Xiaolongbao and Wuxi Paigu (spare ribs). Wuxi Xiaolongbao are sweet, unlike those in Shanghai and Taiwan! They're not sweet like desserts, but are sweetened with soy sauce and sugar, a flavor very familiar to Japanese people. They were piping hot, juicy and delicious. Wuxi Paigu is a dish of spare ribs slowly simmered in soy sauce and sugar, and the meat came off the bone easily when you put your chopsticks in! It tasted like lean braised pork, and went down a treat with rice 😋 📍Pinwei Lou · Zuilu Workshop · Wuxi Cuisine ☑︎Address No. 92, Nanxitang Street, Wuxi City, Jiangsu Province ☑︎Opening hours 11:00-21:00 ☑︎Access About a 12-minute walk from Exit 8 of Nanchansi Station on the subway #Overseas travel #China #Chinese cuisine #China tourism #Wuxi

The Qingmingqiao Historical and Cultural District, also known as the Nanchang Street District, was built on the canal and was built by the water. The Qingming Bridge is a single-hole stone arch bridge that spans the canal like a crescent moon. It is the largest and most intact single-hole stone arch bridge on the ancient canal of Wuxi. It was built in the Ming Dynasty and has four years. The history of more than 100 years is the symbol of the history of the ancient canal, the symbol of prosperity, and the epitome of culture. Whether it is a tourist who visits here, a resident who lives in the surrounding area, or a citizen who is used to walking around here, they have walked through the Qingming Bridge and have stayed on the bridge and took a photo. Wuxi is the only city that passes through the city on the Grand Canal. The ancient canal has left a section of Canal Edition and Jiangnan Water Lane in the historical and cultural district of Qingming Bridge. In the old days, Wuxi people lived by the river and lived around the pier. Therefore, there were brick piers, rice piers, silk piers, cloth piers and book piers. On both sides of the canal, there are powder walls and slabs of stone, which are row upon row, and the piers are stoned, and they are patchwork, and the water features of Jiangnans Peoples Nesting River are constructed. The fog outside this accident has put a veil on the ancient canal of Wuxi. The hustle and bustle of the world has faded away from the modern high-rise buildings in the distance. The big trees, roofs and hovering birds of the old city pulled me back to the old times and the old things in the south of the canal.

The ancient Wuxi canal at night is totally different from the daytime, and under the neon lights, it is more modern. The Wuxi Ancient Canal has a history of more than 2,500 years. It is a section of the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal. It is connected to the Yangtze River in the north and Taihu Lake in the south. It is more than 40 kilometers long and runs through Wuxi City. This long river water condenses the history of Wuxi's thousands of years of ups and downs, and is also intertwined with the simple folk customs of the water town. The scenery that is seen from the Qingming Bridge is also the best angle to see the life paintings of the Jiangnan water town. The ancient canal in the night, although no longer heard the sound of the sound of water, but the bustling scene of the Jiangnan Water Lane is still the same.