Taihu Ancient Town is a great place for a weekend getaway with the kids.

Taihu Ancient Town is located in Taihu Longemont Paradise in Changxing County, Huzhou, Zhejiang. It is a newly built ancient town-style complex. The ancient town covers a total area of about 660,000 square meters and is divided into east and west areas. The buildings combine the architectural styles of Huizhou and Jiangnan water towns, with white walls, black tiles, horse-head walls, and upturned eaves, creating an ancient and elegant atmosphere. During the day, visitors can stroll along the old streets, enjoy intangible cultural heritage displays and street art performances, and taste local snacks and delicacies from northern Zhejiang. At night, the ancient town is beautifully lit up, like a fairyland. Various fountain light shows and fireworks shows create a romantic and beautiful atmosphere. Travel tips: Tickets: Free Transportation: Take a high-speed train to Huzhou Station, then take bus 20 or 56A/39/25 and transfer to bus 52 to Taihu Ancient Town Water Show Area Station. Walk 500 meters to reach the destination. Accommodation: Taihu Longemont Yashi Hotel, Ancient Town Hotel, and Ruifeng International Hotel are all good options. They also have animal exhibits featuring tigers, lions, penguins, and more, which are especially popular with children.