Walking 20,000 steps in Wuzhen! This girls-only guide welds the romance of Jiangnan into your photo album

Who gets it! Stayed two nights in Wuzhen, and when leaving, I even wanted to take home the B&B owner's kitten! I've put together a super detailed girls-friendly guide—follow it to avoid pitfalls and get amazing shots~ 🧳 Must-read before departure! Girls-only packing list • Outfit: Light-colored long dresses (white/mint green go perfectly with the water town vibe), bring a light cardigan (it’s windy by the river in the mornings and evenings), wear comfortable flat shoes! Walking on stone slabs too much will really hurt your feet • Photo props: Bring a transparent umbrella (for atmospheric shots even if it rains), a small folding fan/ribbon (every gesture is full of Jiangnan flavor), definitely carry a power bank! Your phone will run out of battery while shooting • Others: Mosquito repellent (mosquitoes by the river are vicious), portable mouthwash (emergency after snacks), wet wipes (you might get wet on the Wupeng boat) 🚗 Transportation: What's the easiest way to get there? • High-speed train: Take it to "Tongxiang Station," then directly take bus K282 to Wuzhen West Scenic Area, 10 RMB/person, 1 hour direct; if you want faster, take a carpool, 30 RMB/person, 25 minutes • Self-driving: Navigate to "Wuzhen West Scenic Area Parking Lot," 5 RMB/hour; if staying at a B&B inside the scenic area, ask the owner for a parking voucher to save a lot • Inside the scenic area: There’s a free shuttle bus between West and East Scenic Areas, every 15 minutes; inside West Scenic Area, rely on walking + free ferry boats, taking a gondola at night is super romantic (150 RMB/boat, seats 4, splitting cost is very worth it) 📸 Must-visit spots! Photo tips included 1. West Scenic Area night tour: At 6 pm, all lanterns light up. Walk from Tong’an Bridge to Zhaoming Academy, the lights reflecting on the water look like stars scattered. Wear a light-colored dress and stand on the stone bridge, have a friend shoot from the side for maximum atmosphere 2. Mu Xin Art Museum: The white building is very stylish, the pool at the entrance can capture reflections. Wear simple clothes; 3 pm sunlight is soft with no harsh shadows 3. Wupeng boat experience: Choose the bow seat, gently rest your hand on the boat’s edge, let the boatwoman row slowly, capture the moment the wind blows your hair, with white walls and black tiles on both sides as the background—amazing 4. East Scenic Area Jiangnan Hundred Beds Museum: Quiet and peaceful, the antique wooden beds are perfect for Hanfu photos (Hanfu rental available in the scenic area, 100 RMB/2 hours, includes simple makeup), stand by the bed curtain and smile sideways for a gentle vibe overload 🍜 Food recommendations! Avoid tourist traps • Must-try list: • Scholar’s Lamb Noodles (West Scenic Area shop): Super warming in winter, lamb stewed until tender, noodles soak up the broth, adding a poached egg is amazing • Dingsheng Cake (East Scenic Area entrance stall): Pink and pretty, soft texture, red bean filling not too sweet, 10 RMB/3 pieces • Scallion Pancake (West Scenic Area snack street): Made fresh and eaten hot, crispy outside, wrapped with sweet bean sauce, smells amazing when hot • Warning: Don’t buy the “internet-famous bamboo tube milk tea” inside the scenic area! 38 RMB a cup, overly sweet and greasy, and hard to carry; “Jiangnan-style sauce duck” is average, better to buy from old shops in the city 🏡 How to choose accommodation? Cost-effectiveness & experience • Want to stay inside the scenic area: Choose a B&B in West Scenic Area (like "Wuzhen Waterside Resort Hotel"), open your window to the river, listen to water sounds at night, avoid crowds in the morning to shoot the morning mist, downside is it’s a bit pricey (500-800 RMB/night) • Want cost-effective: Stay at a B&B near West Scenic Area entrance (like "Wuzhen Renjia"), 150-200 RMB/night, the owner will pick you up from the station and help buy discount tickets, 5-minute walk to the scenic area, super convenient • Small reminder: Staying inside the scenic area requires advance ID registration for multiple entries; staying outside means West Scenic Area ticket is single entry only, plan your time well 💡 Thoughtful tips for girls • West Scenic Area opens at 7 am, go early when it’s less crowded to shoot empty stone paths and morning mist, super healing • Prices inside the scenic area are a bit high, bring some snacks and water in a small backpack, it won’t take up space • Be careful walking on stone slabs at night, some places are uneven, better wear flat shoes with a slight heel, avoid sandals (they hurt easily) Wuzhen is really perfect for girls to explore slowly. Walking by the river makes you want to slow down, even the wind becomes gentle~ Quickly invite your besties for a romantic Jiangnan trip!