4-Day Xuzhou Tour | Yunlong Lake and Han Culture Scenic Area Combination

Xuzhou, an ancient city resting on Han tombs and nestled among mountains and waters! In 4 days, take your parents to see the Han tombs and hear history, accompany friends to stroll the lake and enjoy the scenery, explore museums with your children, all at a relaxed pace with solid local cuisine—fun for the whole family~ 🗓️ Itinerary Overview: Day 1: Arrive in Xuzhou → Yunlong Lake Scenic Area (5A) → Hubushan Ancient Residences Day 2: Xuzhou Han Culture Scenic Area (Chu King’s Tomb + Han Terracotta Warriors) → Xuzhou Museum Day 3: Guishan Han Tomb (4A) → Imperial Edict Museum → Huilongwo Historic and Cultural Street Day 4: Pengzu Park → Xuzhou Amusement Park (Candy World) → Return 🌊 Day 1: Lake Scenery & Ancient Street Flavors 📍 Yunlong Lake Scenic Area (5A) Highlights: Xuzhou’s “city living room,” with a wide lake surface perfect for walking, cycling, or boating (60 RMB/hour). Elderly can stroll leisurely by the lake, kids can play in the sand, and the whole family can relax. 🕙 Opening Hours: Open all day free (boat rides 9:00-17:00). 📸 Photo Spots: Under Sugong Tower (capture the tower and lake together); Xiaonan Lake wooden boardwalk (capture family walking reflections). 📍 Hubushan Ancient Residences Highlights: Ming and Qing dynasty architecture with blue bricks and gray tiles telling old Xuzhou stories. Features a folk art museum where elders can see antiques and kids can try tie-dyeing (30 RMB/session). 🕙 Opening Hours: 9:00-17:00. 💰 Admission: 30 RMB for adults, free for seniors over 60, half price for children under 1.4m. 📸 Photo Spots: Ancient residence main gate (capture traditional architectural details); stone slab alleys (capture vintage atmosphere). 🍖 Recommended Food: Ma Shi Street’s dumpling soup at Hubushan, signature dumpling soup with pan-fried buns is a must-try, sweet soy milk suitable for kids, about 15 RMB per person. 💡 Tips: Parent-child bicycles available for rent at Yunlong Lake (50 RMB/hour); many steps inside the ancient residences, take it slow with elders. 🏛️ Day 2: Han Tomb Exploration & National Treasure Appreciation 📍 Xuzhou Han Culture Scenic Area (Chu King’s Tomb + Han Terracotta Warriors) Highlights: Han dynasty Chu King’s tomb complex, the underground palace of Chu King’s Tomb is magnificent, the Han Terracotta Warriors are small but impressive. Elders can listen to the legend of the “Golden Thread Jade Suit,” kids get excited watching the terracotta warrior formations. 🕙 Opening Hours: 8:30-17:00. 💰 Admission: Combined ticket 90 RMB, free for seniors over 60, half price for children under 1.4m. 📸 Photo Spots: Entrance of Chu King’s Tomb (capture the mysterious underground palace); Han Terracotta Warriors pit (capture panoramic formation). 📍 Xuzhou Museum Highlights: Home to the “Golden Thread Jade Suit” (treasured national relic) and exquisite Han dynasty jade artifacts. Interactive exhibits show kids how Han people lived, elders can view bronze ware and learn history. 🕙 Opening Hours: 9:00-17:00 (last entry 16:00, closed Mondays). 💰 Admission: Free (reservation required). 📸 Photo Spots: In front of the Golden Thread Jade Suit display (capture national treasure details); museum courtyard (capture ancient architecture and greenery). 🍖 Recommended Food: Nearby restaurant Liang Laifeng, spicy soup and steamed dumplings are must-tries, also offers non-spicy egg custard, about 20 RMB per person. 💡 Tips: The underground palace of Chu King’s Tomb is cool, bring light jackets for elders and kids; free guided tours available at the museum (volunteers on weekends). 🗿 Day 3: Guishan Exploration & Old Street Night Tour 📍 Guishan Han Tomb (4A) Highlights: A couple’s joint tomb carved inside the mountain, the straight and precise passageway amazes elders, kids enjoy exploring the “maze-like” tomb chambers. 🕙 Opening Hours: 8:30-17:30. 💰 Admission: Combined ticket (includes Imperial Edict Museum) 80 RMB, same discounts for elders and children. 📸 Photo Spots: Entrance of Guishan Han Tomb (capture mountain and underground palace contrast); inside the passageway (capture the straight corridor marvel). 📍 Imperial Edict Museum Highlights: Authentic Ming and Qing dynasty imperial edicts and official robes on display. Elders can see “the emperor’s orders,” kids can recognize characters, gaining knowledge in a fun way. 📸 Photo Spots: Imperial edict display case (capture scroll unfolding); official robe exhibition area (capture ancient costumes). 📍 Huilongwo Historic and Cultural Street Highlights: Reconstructed Ming and Qing dynasty streets, beautifully lit with lanterns at night, featuring cultural shops and cafes. Elders can rest on stone benches, young people take photos and check in. 🕙 Opening Hours: Open all day (night scene 19:00-22:00). 💰 Admission: Free. 🍖 Recommended Food: Xuzhou Old Cuisine Restaurant in Huilongwo, must-try dishes include clay pot chicken and kid’s crispy sugar candy, chicken is tender and suitable for elders, about 60 RMB per person. 💡 Tips: Steep steps at Guishan Han Tomb, elders can take the scenic area electric cart (10 RMB/person); the old street is crowded, watch your children closely. 🎡 Day 4: Blessings & Family Fun 📍 Pengzu Park Highlights: Commemorates Pengzu (legendary ancestor of longevity), includes Pengzu Temple and a zoo (zoo ticket 20 RMB). Elders can pray for blessings, kids can see animals, a relaxed family outing. 🕙 Opening Hours: 8:00-17:30. 💰 Admission: Park free, zoo charges apply. 📸 Photo Spots: In front of Pengzu statue (capture blessing moments); panda house in the zoo (capture the national treasure’s cute expressions). 📍 Xuzhou Amusement Park (Candy World) Highlights: Family-themed amusement park with gentle rides like carousel and mini train. Kids won’t want to leave, elders can rest in the lounge area, fun for the whole family. 🕙 Opening Hours: 9:30-17:00. 💰 Admission: 100 RMB for adults, free for children under 1.2m (must be accompanied by an adult). 📸 Photo Spots: In front of Candy Castle (capture fairy tale family photos); on the carousel (capture kids’ smiling faces). 💡 Tips: Feeding animals in Pengzu Park zoo requires purchasing special feed (5 RMB/portion); food inside the park is expensive, bring your own snacks. 📌 Xuzhou Survival Guide: 1. Transportation: Metro lines 1 and 2 cover core attractions, fares start at 2 RMB; taxi starting fare 10 RMB; private car hire for elders and kids available (180-250 RMB/day), convenient between scenic spots. Sightseeing buses available at Han Culture Scenic Area and Guishan Han Tomb to save effort. 2. Clothing: Spring wear light jackets + long sleeves (big temperature difference morning and night); summer wear short sleeves + sun protection; autumn wear knitwear + jacket; winter wear down jackets (dry and cold). 3. Etiquette: No photography inside Han tombs (certain areas); no loud noise or stepping on thresholds in temples; no feeding animals in scenic areas (except designated zones). 4. Accommodation: Choose near Yunlong Lake or Hubushan, such as Xuzhou Yunlong Lakeside Hotel, close to attractions with family rooms, prices 300-500 RMB/night. 🎁 Must-Buy Souvenirs: ① Kid’s crispy sugar candy (20 RMB/box, crispy and sweet, loved by elders and kids) ② Xuzhou Honeydew Melon (15 RMB/bag, candied fruit, sweet but not greasy) ③ Han Dynasty Stone Relief Cultural Products (bookmark 25 RMB each, reproduces Han patterns, culturally rich) ④ Burdock Sauce (30 RMB/bottle, local specialty, great with rice, perfect gift for friends and family) 🥰 Closing Interaction: Xuzhou’s Han tombs hold stories of a thousand years, Yunlong Lake reflects present-day peace~ If you come, would you want to take your parents to see the Golden Thread Jade Suit, or spend a day letting your kids go wild in Candy World?