5-Day Xuzhou Tour | Classic Combination of Yunlong Lake and Han Tombs・Suitable for All Groups

Xuzhou is the "origin of Han culture in the Huaihai region." The clear waves of Yunlong Lake reflect the ancient city walls, the underground palace of Guishan Han Tombs holds secrets of nobles, and the ancient cypresses in Pengzu Park tell stories of health wisdom. Listen to storytelling with elders at Hubu Mountain, let children play wildly in the amusement park—here, every day you can touch the weight of history and the charm of nature. 🗓️ Itinerary Overview D1: Arrive in Xuzhou → Yunlong Lake → Yunlong Mountain → Hubu Mountain Ancient Residences D2: Xuzhou Han Culture Scenic Area (Chu King’s Tomb + Han Terracotta Warriors) → Xuzhou Museum D3: Guishan Han Tombs → Imperial Edict Museum → Huilongwo Historic Cultural District D4: Pengzu Park → Xuzhou Amusement Park D5: Yaowan Ancient Town → Return 🌊 Day 1: Lake and Mountain Scenery · Exploring Ancient Streets 📍 Yunlong Lake (5A, free) Highlights: A city lake larger than West Lake, featuring the scenery of "half city green hills, half city lake." You can bike (rental 30 RMB/hour) or take a painted boat ride (60 RMB/person). Elders can stroll on the Xiaonan Lake boardwalk, children can play on the sandy beach (free). Cherry blossom avenue in spring and ginkgo forest in autumn are spectacular. 🕙 Suggested time: 9:00-12:00 📸 Photo spot: Under Sugong Tower (capture lake reflections and tower, with people standing on lakeside steps) 💡 Tips: The scenic area has sightseeing buses (20 RMB/person), suitable for elders; bring a folding stool for resting anytime. 📍 Yunlong Mountain (4A, free, cable car one-way 40 RMB) Highlights: 142 meters high, the viewing platform offers a panoramic city view. The mountain features Northern Wei stone Buddha and Fanghe Pavilion (inscribed by Su Shi). Elders can take the cable car up (effort-saving), children can count distant bridges from the viewing platform. Autumn red leaves cover the mountain like a painting. 🕙 Suggested time: 14:00-16:00 📍 Hubu Mountain Ancient Residences (4A, ticket 30 RMB) Highlights: Ming and Qing dynasty architecture cluster, well-preserved Li family mansion of the "Three Rich Families of Xuzhou," and ancient opera stage. Elders can listen to "Hubu Mountain Legends," children can see old spinning wheels in the folk museum. At night, lanterns light up the ancient street, making it feel like traveling back to Ming and Qing times. 🕙 Opening hours: 8:30-17:30, recommended 17:00-19:00 🍜 Food recommendation: Hubu Mountain "Two Winds," must-try spicy soup (8 RMB/bowl with fried dough), pan-fried buns (10 RMB/serving), about 20 RMB per person, authentic Xuzhou flavor. 🏨 Accommodation recommendation: "Xuzhou Yunlong Lake Hotel" near Yunlong Lake (family rooms available, 5-minute walk to the lake), prices 350-500 RMB/night, lake view from the window. 🗿 Day 2: Han Tomb Exploration · Cultural and Museum Appreciation 📍 Xuzhou Han Culture Scenic Area (4A, ticket 90 RMB) Highlights: The core of "Han culture in Xuzhou," the underground palace of Chu King’s Tomb is 11 meters deep, and the Han Terracotta Warriors formation (smaller than Qin’s but with varied expressions) is impressive. Elders can take the scenic area shuttle (10 RMB/person) to reduce walking; children can guess patterns in the "Han Stone Relief Gallery," and the 4D cinema (20 RMB/person) recreates Chu King’s life. 🕙 Opening hours: 8:30-17:00, recommended 9:00-13:00 💰 Fees: Adults 90 RMB, free for seniors over 60, free for children under 1.4 meters 📸 Photo spot: Entrance of Chu King’s Tomb (capture underground palace entrance with people to show historical depth) 💡 Tips: The underground palace is cool, bring a light jacket; do not let children touch the terracotta exhibits. 📍 Xuzhou Museum (4A, free, reservation required) Highlights: Home to the "Golden Thread Jade Burial Suit" (treasure of the museum), Han dynasty bronzes, and the "Han Dynasty Relics" exhibition showcasing Xuzhou Han tomb culture. Elders can view the "Ancient Peng Through the Ages" exhibition, children can play the "Jade Suit Puzzle" game in the kids’ area (free). The museum’s Han-style architecture complements the artifacts beautifully. 🕙 Opening hours: 9:00-17:00 (closed Mondays), recommended 14:30-16:30 🏺 Day 3: Guishan Exploration · Ancient Alley Night Tour 📍 Guishan Han Tombs (4A, ticket 80 RMB) Highlights: Joint tomb of Western Han Chu King Liu Zhu and his wife, with corridor precision up to 0.5 millimeters. The "Chu King Welcoming Guests" AR experience (free) is very realistic. Elders can take electric carts (15 RMB/person) to the tomb area; children can explore the "Secret Tunnel" for hidden mechanisms. The "source-less pool" inside the tomb has been mysteriously dry for a thousand years. 🕙 Opening hours: 8:30-17:30, recommended 9:00-12:00 📍 Imperial Edict Museum (included in Guishan ticket) Highlights: Collection of over 50 Ming and Qing imperial edicts, with a "Scroll Experience" (20 RMB/session, wear dragon robes for photos). Elders can view the "Official Robes Exhibition" to learn ranks, children can answer questions in the "Imperial Examination" interactive area (free), educational and fun. 📍 Huilongwo Historic Cultural District (free) Highlights: Reconstructed Ming and Qing ancient alleys, featuring Xuzhou old brand "Mashijie Soup," and creative shops. Elders can listen to Xuzhou Qinshu storytelling in teahouses (10 RMB/person), children can buy Han stone relief rubbings (15 RMB/piece). The warm lighting at night is perfect for a relaxed dinner. 🕙 Suggested time: 18:00-20:00 🌳 Day 4: Tracing Pengzu · Fun at the Amusement Park 📍 Pengzu Park (4A, free, zoo 20 RMB) Highlights: Commemorates "Cooking Ancestor" Pengzu, with Pengzu Temple and Cherry Blossom Garden. The zoo has pandas and golden monkeys. Elders practice Tai Chi at Fushou Square, children can feed giraffes (10 RMB/portion). Popular during spring cherry blossoms and autumn chrysanthemum exhibitions. 🕙 Opening hours: 8:00-18:00, recommended 9:00-12:00 📍 Xuzhou Amusement Park (4A, ticket 198 RMB) Highlights: Family-friendly park, "Candy World" for young children, roller coasters for youth, elders can enjoy the gentle carousel. Don’t miss the parade (15:00) and night light show (summer 20:30). 🕙 Opening hours: 9:30-17:30, recommended 14:00-17:30 💡 Tips: Download the "Xuzhou Amusement Park" app to check height restrictions; elders can rest in shaded areas. 🚤 Day 5: Ancient Town Finale · Canal Memories 📍 Yaowan Ancient Town (4A, ticket 70 RMB) Highlights: "First Ancient Town of the Grand Canal," well-preserved Ming and Qing shops and docks. Take a rowboat (50 RMB/boat, seats 4) to enjoy canal views. Elders can send postcards at the "Old Post Office" (10 RMB/postcard), children can buy "Yaowan Mung Bean Liquor" (non-alcoholic, 15 RMB/bottle, sweet drink). Early morning is best for authentic ancient town photos. 🕙 Opening hours: 8:30-17:30, recommended 9:00-13:00 📸 Photo spot: Zhongning Street Ancient Dock (capture canal, ancient bridge, and people; wearing blue cloth shirts makes photos stand out) 💡 Tips: The ancient town is large; you can take a rickshaw (20 RMB/trip). Local specialty "Sweet Oil" (similar to soy sauce, 25 RMB/bottle) is worth bringing home. ✨ Xuzhou Survival Guide 1️⃣ Transportation: Metro lines 1 and 2 cover Yunlong Lake and Hubu Mountain (2-5 RMB); take bus 82 to Guishan Han Tombs (2 RMB), taxi about 30 RMB; take tourist shuttle to Yaowan Ancient Town (20 RMB/person, 1.5 hours), round-trip charter 150 RMB. 2️⃣ Clothing: Wear windproof jackets in spring and autumn (Yunlong Mountain, Guishan are windy), short sleeves + sun protection in summer (amusement park, ancient town are outdoors), down jackets + non-slip shoes in winter (many steps in scenic spots), bring sports shoes for walking. 3️⃣ Taboos: No loud noises or touching artifacts in tombs and museums; disclose health conditions for amusement park rides; watch children carefully by the canal in the ancient town. 4️⃣ Accommodation: Stay in the city center near Yunlong Lake for the first 3 days; near the amusement park, stay in nearby guesthouses (200-300 RMB/night), choose ones with children’s play areas for kids, elevator rooms for elders. 🛍️ Must-Buy Souvenirs ① Children’s Crisp Candy (30 RMB/box, crispy and sweet, loved by elders and kids) ② Xuzhou Spicy Soup Instant Pack (25 RMB/bag, 4 bowls, heat and eat) ③ Han Stone Relief Cultural Products (bookmarks 20 RMB each, ornaments 50 RMB each, culturally rich) ④ Yaowan Sweet Oil (25 RMB/bottle, good for cold dishes and stir-fry, authentic specialty) The soul of Xuzhou lies in the silent jade suits and terracotta warriors in the Han tombs; its charm is in the shimmering waves of Yunlong Lake and the lively ancient streets. Whether chatting about health with parents in Pengzu Park, laughing with children in the amusement park, or having a drink with friends in the ancient town, here you will find unforgettable depth and vitality. If you come to Xuzhou, would you first want to see the Golden Thread Jade Burial Suit or go boating on Yunlong Lake?