[2025 Shanghai Attraction] Travel Guide for Rainbow Bridge (Updated May)

*❤️*Rainbow Bridge, Dianshan Lake, True Love Pier Travel Guide** 🌸Dianshan Lake is located at the border of Qingpu District, Shanghai and Kunshan, Jiangsu. It is Shanghai's largest freshwater lake, known as the "Oriental Lake Geneva." 🌱The Rainbow Bridge and True Love Pier by the lake are popular photo spots, perfect for day trips or weekend getaways. Here's a concise guide: 💗*1. Itinerary** - *📍*Morning: Rainbow Bridge** 🌸 Rainbow Bridge is Dianshan Lake's landmark, stretching 1.47 km across the lake like a rainbow. 🌙Best visited at dawn or dusk when the light is soft and perfect for photos. The bridge features mainly blue and white colors, creating a fresh and romantic scene with the lake view. 🚶Walking the entire bridge takes about 30 minutes, allowing you to enjoy the lake scenery. *💥*Tips**: Free admission, parking available at the bridge entrance; bring sun protection in summer and warm clothes in winter as it gets windy. - **📍Noon: Lakeside Picnic or Local Restaurants** 🍝 There are grassy areas near Rainbow Bridge for picnics. 🚗For local cuisine, drive to Zhujiajiao Ancient Town (about 15 minutes away) to taste zha rou (pressed meat), zongzi (rice dumplings), and freshwater seafood. - *📍*Afternoon: Cycling Around Dianshan Lake** 🚲 Rent a bicycle and ride along the lake road, passing wetlands, forests, and viewing platforms. ☘Dianshan Lake has clear water, and you can spot migratory birds in autumn. ✅Recommended route: Rainbow Bridge → True Love Pier → Cai Bang Village (about 10 km). - *📍*Evening: Sunset at True Love Pier** 💕 True Love Pier is a romantic spot by Dianshan Lake, featuring heart-shaped sculptures, a white boardwalk, and a vintage lighthouse, ideal for couples' photos. ☀️The lake surface turns golden at sunset, creating a perfect atmosphere. 🌱There are cafes near the pier where you can rest and enjoy the view. ✅*2. Transportation Guide** - *🚗*Driving**: About 1 hour from downtown Shanghai. Navigate to "Dianshan Lake Rainbow Bridge" or "True Love Pier." Parking is free. - *🚌*Public Transportation**: Take Metro Line 17 to Zhujiajiao Station, then transfer to Qingpu Bus Route 28 (infrequent service, taxi recommended). ‼️3. Important Notes** -❤️ Rainbow Bridge has no lighting at night, so leave before sunset. ☘- Protect the environment, don't litter. - 🏨Accommodation options are limited nearby; recommended to return to the city or stay at guesthouses in Zhujiajiao. 🌺Dianshan Lake's Rainbow Bridge and True Love Pier combine natural beauty and cultural elements, perfect for photography, relaxation, or family outings. 🌴Choose a sunny day to experience this serene water-sky landscape!

I. 🌟 Trip Highlights 1. Two Ancient Towns: Zhujiajiao and Jinze - one commercial and one secluded. The former is full of vibrant local life, while the latter preserves the original watertown landscape 2. Lake Scenic Belt: Includes popular landmarks like Rainbow Bridge and True Love Pier, featuring both lake views and wetland landscapes 3. Cultural Easter Eggs: Includes Dream of the Red Chamber themed garden and thousand-year-old temple, enriching your travel experience II. 🗓 Itinerary 1. 08:30-10:00 In-depth Tour of Zhujiajiao Ancient Town Core experiences: Stroll across Fangsheng Bridge, visit Kezhi Garden (ticket: 20 yuan), take a hand-rowed boat (60 yuan/boat) through the water alleys Food: Grandma's rice dumplings, pressed meat, candied lotus root (at "Han Dalong Sauce Garden" on North Street) Special note: The ancient town is free to enter, combined ticket for small attractions inside costs 60 yuan, recommended to choose 1-2 key spots to visit 2. 10:30-12:00 Brief Visit to Oriental Land Navigation: 6888 Huqingping Road (3 km from Zhujiajiao, 10-minute drive) Activities: 1-hour cycling (bike rental 30 yuan/hour) along Wisdom Avenue, visit the replica aircraft carrier (boarding fee: additional 20 yuan) Hidden activity: Children's play area near the south gate is suitable for family interaction, lawn areas available for short breaks 3. 12:30-13:30 Lakeside Lunch Restaurants: "Fisherman's Wharf" in Oriental Land (mainly lake-fresh seafood, about 80 yuan per person) "Maosun Pavilion" in Zhujiajiao (garden-style restaurant, famous for braised eel with pork) Alternative: Bring your own picnic mat and enjoy a lakeside picnic at Dianshan Lake West Shore Camping Ground (navigate to "Dianshan Lake West Shore Camping Ground") 4. 14:00-15:30 Lake Scenic Belt True Love Pier (navigate to "Dianshan Lake True Love Pier") Features: Lakeside boardwalk + white chapel building, perfect for artistic photos Stay duration: 30 minutes Rainbow Bridge (navigate to "Dianshan Lake Rainbow Bridge") Features: 1.47 km long bridge, bridge reflection on the lake surface looks like a rainbow in the evening Photography tip: Take panoramic shots from the middle section railing, use wide-angle lens 5. 16:00-17:30 Slow Time at Jinze Ancient Town Navigation: Jinxi Road, Qingpu District (15 km from Rainbow Bridge, 20-minute drive) Must-see attractions: Puji Bridge (Shanghai's oldest stone arch bridge) Yihao Zen Temple (thousand-year-old ginkgo tree and Yuan Dynasty murals) Cultural experience: Enjoy tea and storytelling at "Wenqu Bookstore" (reservation required) 6. 18:00 Return Journey Route options: Huqingping Road → Songze Elevated Road (no highway fee, 1-hour drive) Shanghai-Chongqing Expressway (highway fee 30 yuan, 50-minute drive) III. 🚗 Driving Tips Parking information: Zhujiajiao: Xinfeng Road parking lot (10 yuan/day) Oriental Land: Gate 1 parking lot (10 yuan/day) Jinze Ancient Town: Free parking lot on Jinxi Road IV. Road Condition Tips: Some sections of the lake road have no dividers, be careful when passing oncoming vehicles Cai Bang Village section is one-way; enable "truck navigation" mode to avoid this area V. 🍃 Seasonal Activities Spring (March-May): Rapeseed fields and peach blossoms at Cai Bang Village (navigate to "Cai Bang Village") Autumn (September-November): Thousand-year-old ginkgo leaves covering the ground at Baoguo Temple (navigate to "Baoguo Temple") Winter (December-February): Oriental Land Ice and Snow Carnival (opens in late December)

Address 📍: Border of Qingpu District, Shanghai and Kunshan City, Jiangsu Province Admission: Free! Free! Free! Opening hours: All day (recommended visit time: 1-2 days) Transportation: ✅ Self-driving: Navigate to "True Love Pier/Rainbow Bridge Parking Lot," about 1 hour from Shanghai ✅ Public transportation: Take Metro Line 17 → Transfer to Kunshan C5 bus at Caoyinglu Station → Get off at Resort Station ✨ Must-visit spots (with photo locations) 1️⃣ Rainbow Bridge 🌉 The longest arch bridge in the Yangtze River Delta (1.47km). At sunset, the bridge turns golden orange with beautiful reflections in the water! Recommended to visit in the evening, wearing light-colored dresses for better photos ~ 📸 2️⃣ True Love Pier ❤️ Lakeside market + coffee shops with amazing vibes! Grab a latte and sit by the shore - super chill for enjoying the lake breeze. There's also a colorful graffiti wall nearby, perfect for couples' photos! 3️⃣ Baoguo Temple + Fishing Village 🍁 Thousand-year-old ginkgo trees turn golden in autumn. The wooden boardwalk extends into the lake from the fishing village pier - perfect for "Erhai-style" photos! In the evening, you can buy fresh lake fish at the fishing village and wait for the orange sunset 🌇 4️⃣ Mangang Waiting for Wind 🌼 A flower peninsula in spring and summer with Gesang flowers and pink muhly grass that looks like a fairy tale! The "lonely tree" and colorful canopy next to the roadside cafe are hidden photo spots with amazing Instagram vibes! 5️⃣ Half Marathon Lawn Camping Area ⛺️ Huge lawn area where you can bring your own tent for a picnic. Super romantic for stargazing at night! Remember to bring a portable stove and moisture-proof mat. It gets windy by the lake, so stay warm~ ❄️ 🍜 Food recommendations Must-try lake delicacies: Steamed white fish, braised river eel, shredded eel in hot oil Special snacks: Bubble small wontons, pan-fried buns, free-range chicken tendon soup Dining locations: Restaurants next to True Love Pier/Fishing Village farmhouse (recommend Gujia Pavilion Hotel) 🏕️ Accommodation & Camping Tips Camping: Lake Road, Half Marathon Lawn, and Mangang Waiting for Wind all allow camping. Arrive early on weekends to secure a spot! Hotels: Lakeside guesthouses (Daleyeye/Yuntu·Dianshan Lake) or high-end resorts (Sun Island) Overnight notes: Large temperature differences by the lake, bring thick jackets; public restrooms have no showers, bring wet wipes 📸 Photography guide Best times: Early morning/evening (sunrise and sunset are gorgeous!) Props that add value: Straw hat 👒, picnic basket 🧺, bubble machine, kite 🪁 Recommended spots: Middle section of Rainbow Bridge, True Love Pier boardwalk, Fishing Village wooden pier, "Lonely Tree" at the flower peninsula 🚗 Driving tips Navigation note: Take "Wangjin Road" detour to True Love Pier; some sections of Lake Road have traffic restrictions! Parking: Free! But spaces are limited on weekends, arrive early or park at the Half Marathon Lawn parking lot Cycling: The Lake Road cycling path is super comfortable; you can rent or bring your own bicycle ⚠️ Precautions Weather alert: Check the weather forecast in advance; rainy days make the lake look gray and affect photos! Environmental protection: Take your camping trash with you, protect this pristine land~ Mosquito prevention: Lots of mosquitoes in spring and summer, bring repellent! Fireworks: Small fireworks allowed in some areas, be careful Recommended itinerary (1-day tour) Morning: Coffee at True Love Pier + Rainbow Bridge photos → Noon: Picnic at the flower peninsula → Afternoon: Camping at Half Marathon Lawn → Evening: Catch the sunset at the Fishing Village → Return

Qingpu Dianshan Lake Rainbow Bridge, enjoy the breeze and watch the sunset in the evening🌄, very beautiful❗️❗️ It is a beautiful and healing sunset. You can walk along the bridge to the island in the middle of the lake and enjoy the sunset on the island. 🔶The sun shines on the sparkling lake, and shines through the clouds, casting a golden glow. Stand quietly by the lake and feel the breeze on your face. 📍Dianshan Lake Rainbow Bridge/Guang is an extra-long stone arch sightseeing bridge; Dianshan Lake is very big, half of it is in Shanghai and half in Jiangsu, it feels like being at the seaside 🅿️Free parking, no tickets required; The lights are on every Wednesday and Saturday evening. 📍Navigation: Dianshan Lake Rainbow Bridge Parking Lot ‼ ️There are parking spaces on weekdays, but there will be traffic jams on holidays, so you need to park on the roadside outside; 🚇Metro: Exit 1 of Zhujiajiao Station on Line 17, transfer to Zhujiajiao Bus No. 1, get off at Xinhua Village, walk 700 meters to Rainbow Bridge, self-driving is recommended❗️ ✅Surroundings: Qingxi Country Park, Zhujiajiao Ancient Town, Oriental Green Boat, Xiemaqiao Ancient Town, Qiandeng Ancient Town, Jinze Ancient Town, Baoguo Temple Fishing Village, True Love Pier, etc.

Dianshan Lake | Shanghai and Suzhou's Top Sunset Spot ~~~ Wild Wind Travels Issue 18 Lake Series No. 7, Shanghai Qingpu, Jiangsu Kunshan, Dianshan Lake Wild Wind Essay Many lakes in the Yangtze River Delta were once part of the vast ancient Taihu Lake, a large connected body of water. Over time, land accumulation differentiated them into separate lakes, and Dianshan Lake is one of them. Dianshan Lake is located at the border between Shanghai and Jiangsu, with parts divided between the two sides. Qingpu built a Rainbow Bridge, while Kunshan constructed a road around the lake. With both sides competing, Dianshan Lake gradually became popular. To watch the sunset, naturally, you should go to the east bank of the lake and look westward. Starting from Shanghai, navigate to True Love Pier on Huanhu Avenue, and you will arrive in just over an hour by car. On weekends, the True Love Lawn exudes a relaxing atmosphere. Young couples sit by the lake, engrossed in each other, soon-to-be-wed couples don wedding dresses to capture beautiful moments, and families set up tents, play games with their children, snack, or lazily bask in the sun, quietly enjoying the afternoon. The sea of flowers near Mangang Coffee is so dreamy that it captivates anyone, and any casual photo taken there looks stunning. As the sun sets, the sky is filled with fiery red clouds, and the lake turns orange, prompting people to excitedly raise their cameras. A leisurely weekend concludes perfectly with this romantic sunset. Beautiful scenery, accompanied by loved ones, this is how life should be. By the way, those who love green and golden hues might have a chance encounter here.

Wake up naturally on the weekend, drive to the Wonderland Manor near Qiandeng in Kunshan, Jiangsu. It's an upgraded version of a farmhouse where you can dine, drink coffee, celebrate birthdays, have team-building activities, and enjoy parent-child trips feeding small animals. Then head to Xiemaqiao, an ancient town filled with the aroma of coffee. There is the Han Shizhong Memorial Hall where you can trace the history and origin of the name Xiemaqiao. Next, take a romantic drive along the Huan Dianshan Lake Avenue, with beautiful lake views all the way. From the Lakeside Music Plaza to the True Love Pier, wait for the wind at Mangang, feeling relaxed and happy. In fact, this place is already near the Rainbow Bridge in Qingpu, Shanghai. You can go to the Rainbow Bridge to watch the sunset. Finally, go to Zhujiajiao Ancient Town for dinner, enjoy the night view, and then go home, having a fulfilling day.

· Lakeside around Shanghai There is a sunset comparable to a holiday beach 🔸 Qingpu·Dianshan Lake 🔸You can walk close to the sunset on any path to the lake Recommend📍Rainbow Bridge & Oriental Green Boat Water Sports Center · 🚘Self-driving/Metro Line 17 Oriental Green Boat Station ⏰When the weather is clear🔸It starts to be beautiful 30 minutes before sunset 💰Free Tips🔸There are several sailing clubs around🔸 ⛵You can float on the lake to watch the sunset ·