2025 Lishui Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in April)

Winter solstice has passed, and the New Year is coming soon! Many people have already started to arrange their New Year's Eve and Spring Festival holidays. Today, Ziman recommends a place full of New Year's atmosphere, suitable for New Year's Eve and Spring Festival travel, Lishui Liandu in Zhejiang. Lishui Liandu has a two-day and one-night travel route, hurry up and keep it! 🚶‍♀️Itinerary: Day 1: Arrive in Lishui from Hangzhou, go to taste the 'Ten Bowls of Liandu' at noon; In the afternoon, set off to the Master's Tower, where there are many ancient-style houses, you can experience the life in the mountains and cook tea around the stove. Then drive to the Jiangnan secret place surrounded by ancient trees, Guyan Huaxiang, and stay in a homestay. Day 2: Play in Guyan Huaxiang in the morning, go to Jiulong National Wetland Park in the afternoon, and finally take the high-speed train back. 🏡Accommodation: Huaxiang No.1, Ideal Art Station 🍲Food: Sparrow Shangshan, Xiangzhang Garden, Ink Residence ✨The place worth staying the longest is still Guyan Huaxiang. Here is known as the ancient weir because it was built in 505 AD (Tongji Weir). There are ancient streets, ancient pavilions, ancient wharfs, ancient celadon kiln sites, large and small ancient villages and ancient camphor tree groups. 📸This is the 'Barbizon School' real-world version, with a Jiangnan secret place surrounded by ancient trees. 🎨It is a paradise for art students to sketch and paint, and a paradise for art lovers! The mountains here are clear and the water is beautiful. There are many art galleries and galleries. The village is full of beautiful scenery, especially suitable for Hanfu check-in, casually is a Jiangnan ink painting. 🌟'Huaxiang' highlights the cultural characteristics and development positioning, with the famous 'Lishui Barbizon School' inside and outside the province, built the Lishui Barbizon Exhibition Hall, Lishui Oil Painting Academy, Guyan Huaxiang Exhibition Hall, Guyan Huaxiang Branch School, etc., and there is a professional art sketch creation base-'Zaishuiyifang Sketch Creation Base'. 💕The scenic area is divided into two banks, with ferry boats communicating, the ancient weir highlights the natural scenery, and Huaxiang has ancient streets and ferry crossings with more cultural characteristics. 2024 is coming soon, those who have travel plans recently can start arranging it~ This ancient village in Lishui with smoky green mountains and waters will definitely not disappoint you!

I came to the place I've always wanted to come to Unfortunately, it happened to be a cloudy and rainy day☁️ Without the sun, it really affected the photography😭 - But fortunately, even on a cloudy day☁️ I think Guyan Huaxiang is quite beautiful~ It's suitable for someone like me who likes to find a quiet place to stay - The route this time is from the entrance of Guyan From Baoding Wharf-Guxian Corridor-Tingbu Bridge-Guyan Old Street-Wenchang Pavilion Basically, it's just a leisurely walk along the way You can see the shooting location of 'The Little Forest of Two People' everywhere After all, I have also watched this drama starring Yu Shuxin hh Walking past the beautiful homestay and under the big tree, it feels so familiar - I really like the forest next to the old street of Guyan🌳 It's probably the kind that changes with the seasons The thousand-year-old camphor tree group will still maintain its strong vitality - You can also take a boat from Baoding Wharf to Xiangzhang Wharf It's part of the painting village I found a Chinese restaurant for lunch And then went to Zhangsu to sit and have a coffee☕️ It's also a leisurely autumn and winter trip~ ㅤ ㅤ

✨Recommendation reasons ✌🏻Owns the first-line river view of Guyan Huaxiang ✌🏻Return to nature 🆓Forest oxygen bar ✌🏻Pet-friendly🐶 🏨Homestay features The 'Zhu' brand is committed to finding the balance⚖️ between the city and the countryside, sharing the most genuine mountains⛰️ and waters💧, returning to the simple life from complexity; in the name of settling down, returning to the hometown🎑 in memory 🗺️Location Located on the west side of Guyan Huaxiang🖼️ scenic area in Yantou Village, facing Songyin Creek, adjacent to Tongji Weir. You can take a boat🚢 to Huaxiang 🛏️Room facilities The room design is great👍🏻, the decoration is clean and elegant, each room has a unique view, and the room names are also poetic🌸 Equipped with high-star standard bed🛏️ mattresses and bed🛏️ products, high-end bathroom🚿 systems and British brand guest products, washing and care🚿 products are selected from the famous Taiwanese brand Tea Seed Hall gift box💝 🍴About dining The restaurant is Zhu 85 Coffee☕ Shop, which is also a popular coffee shop. The breakfast is a Chinese-style🥟 set meal, and the taste will surprise you😘 ❗The coffee☕ shop is a filming location ⚠️Tips 🔴Inform in advance if you drive by yourself～💁🏻‍♀️The front desk lady will reserve a parking space in advance 🔴The front desk lady will ask about the time before breakfast💁🏻‍♀️, to ensure that the meal is kept warm 🔴Will give away cloth shoes👟, very special

Nothing Big but Eat A restaurant with a real atmosphere of making a show. The food, the fire, the waiter's and the waitress costumes. It's a full spectacle. The lines to wait for a restaurant usually deter me from wanting to try, but I made an exception here as it was the talk of the town and it was worth the hours wait. The beef tendon stew, sweet sausage pancakes and potato hash were are spicy and delicious. #foodie #tripblazers #urbanexplorer

Close to Lishui city, there’s a nice hotel in the nature. You can swim there, eat fresh local food and enjoy the stars at night. Lishui, Zhejiang. Cenzhuang building, the only way to get there is by car from Lishui. 40mins

Hai Le Cheng Nanjing Lishui District I came to Nanjing Lishui District on a business trip I've been on a business trip for 20 days and I don't know how many more days I have to stay So I suddenly felt homesick ㅠㅠ I came to downtown Lishui District and although it's a small city There was a good Korean restaurant And the menu was in Korean! If you're going to Lishui District, please take note~

Shitou Village is located in the northeast of Hu Town, Jinyun, Lishui, Zhejiang Province. It is a village full of ancient and primitive atmosphere. The houses in the village are built on the mountain. The road surface, steps and bridges are all made of local materials and are all built with stones, like a stone castle, exuding a natural stone atmosphere.

Whilst walking around in Lishui I came across this beautiful and quiet place 😍 it has a beautiful garden filled with different colour Cherry Blossoms and other plants and flowers. The flowing water is so peaceful great for when you want to clear your mind and enjoy the scenery. Various insects and bees visit the garden aswell as lots of birds. 🐦❤ #outing #lishui #chinalife #chinatrips #chinatravel #cherryblossoms #urbanexplorer #flowers #garden #peaceful

if you are looking for the natural beauty you have to move to lishui songyang, have natural beauty, history, loving people organic food , #summervacation#hikingtrails#hotelstay#urbanexplorer

Yunhe County- Lishui City, Zhejiang Province #awesomepic #wintergetaway #holidayvacation #travelinspiration #instagramworthydestinations #holidayvacation#wintergetaway#staycation#tripinspired#happynewyear

古堰画乡一日游 古堰画乡是十一丽水市行程中其中的一站。景区并不大，大约半天就可以逛完，其实景区并没有什么特色，只是里面有几颗千年古樟树还算亮点吧。 #merrychristmas

Lishui, a beautiful town, the scenery here is so beautiful. I hope I can have another chance to have a holiday and enjoy a good time next time。Have a good time! #merrychristmas

GUYAN PAINTING TOWN It is in Liandu district of Lishui ,in Zhejiang province.It has beautiful landscapes The village is very quaint, the people are friendly we took a boat ride up the river to the tourist area. Fascinating history a water conserving dam was built here in 565AD the first of it's kind truly remarkable stones placed one by one to construct. We even went to a café that had pizza by the slice. Amazing.I highly recommend this place.

Finally visited the Yunhe Rice Terraces recommended by National Geographic! The layered terraces, sunrise above the sea of clouds—breathtakingly beautiful! Many limited-time activities during May Day holiday, complete guide below👇 🗺 Itinerary D1: World Terrace Museum → Qixing Mound → Cloud Swing → Cloud Café → Silver Valley · Kenggen Stone Village D2: Nine Curves Cloud Ring → Sunrise Sea of Clouds → Glass Observation Tower → Farming Trail → Return ❶ Nine Curves Cloud Ring · Sunrise Sea of Clouds (2-3h) Overlook the layered terraces panorama, perfect spot for watching sunrise Walk the farming trail, see cattle grazing on ridges, experience the charm of farming culture ❷ Nine Curves Cloud Ring · Sky Opening Cloud Top (0.5h) Panoramic view of terraced fields from the Sky Opening observation deck 40-meter glass observation tower with transparent glass floor ❸ Silver Valley · Kenggen Stone Village (1-2h) Ancient village nestled in terraces, preserving its original rustic charm, experience traditional silver smelting here ➍ Silver Valley · Qixing Mound (1-1.5h) Highest point with panoramic view of Silver Valley, photogenic cloud swing Mountain-top Cloud Café with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking terraces, super chill 【May Day Holiday Activities】(Limited-time) ✔Fire pot performance ✔Fireworks waterfall ✔Intangible cultural heritage food market ✔Rice field fish catching ✔Qixing Mound stamp collection ✔Intangible heritage DIY ✔She ethnic wedding performance ✔Bamboo pole dance interaction ✔Nezha parade... 【Transportation】 🚗Self-driving: Navigate to Yunhe Rice Terraces Visitor Center 🚄High-speed rail: 3h from Nanjing to Lishui Station, then transfer to direct shuttle 🚌Shuttle: Lishui High-speed Rail Station → Yunhe Rice Terraces Visitor Center Best to choose this direct route to the scenic area, but each bus only has 6 seats. Book in advance on "Baba Fast Bus" for holidays! Children of all ages must have a seat 【Accommodation】 🏠 Rice Straw Meets Building Blocks Located at the visitor center, prime location, convenient for shuttle buses and cable cars Candy-colored decor, bright and comfortable, play facilities in the lobby 【Useful Information】 🎫Entrance fee: 80 yuan (Free for children under 1.2m/seniors over 70) ⏰Recommended stay: 2 days, 1 night 👗Outfit: Light-colored dress + straw hat for great photos 📸Photography: May-June water-filling period offers great mirror terrace effects

📍 Lishui, Zhejiang 🌿 Highlights: Dubbed "the last hidden paradise of Jiangnan" by National Geographic, this area is dotted with 600-year-old villages. The sea of clouds, terraced fields, and Ming and Qing dynasty streets are like scenes from a traditional Chinese painting. ✨ Suggested Itinerary: Day 1: Arrive in Songyang → Visit Chenjiapu Village to see the cliff dwellings → Take photos of the tranquil streams at Songzhuang Bridge Day 2: Admire the "Golden Potala Palace" in Yangjiatang Village → Enjoy stewed salty chicken in the old streets Day 3: Cycle through the tea plantations at Damushan Mountain and pick tea → Return 🍜 Food: Xu Ji Stewed Salty Chicken, Wang Jing Champion Cakes, Yellow Rice Cakes 🏡 Accommodation: Recommended stay at "Yunshang Pingtian" homestay, nestled among the sea of clouds and bamboo forests 🚄 Transportation: Take the high-speed train to Lishui Station, then transfer to a bus to Songyang 💰 Budget: CNY 800–1,200 per person 📍 Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan 🌿 Highlights: Snow-capped mountains, alpine lakes, grasslands, and Moxi Stone Park create a scene straight out of "The Lord of the Rings." Enjoy the beautiful scenery and blooming wildflowers in May, away from the crowds. ✨ Suggested Itinerary: Day 1: Arrive in Daofu → Take photos of the otherworldly landscape at Moxi Stone Park → Stay in a Tibetan homestay Day 2: Horse riding on Yuko Grassland → Hiking around Jiayilacuo Lake Day 3: Pray for blessings at Inkang Temple → Return 🍜 Food: Air-dried beef, yak hot pot, wild mushroom soup 🏡 Accommodation: Recommended stay at "Daofu Art Hotel" for a taste of Tibetan culture 🚗 Transportation: Self-driving or carpooling is recommended, 5 hours from Chengdu 💰 Budget: CNY 1,000–1,500 per person 📍 Ganzhou, Jiangxi 🌿 Highlights: The city boasts well-preserved Song Dynasty city walls, a rich ancient city atmosphere, fewer crowds, low prices, and stunning night views. ✨ Suggested Itinerary: Day 1: Stroll along the ancient floating bridge → Climb Yugu Terrace → Explore the "Great Song Dynasty Night City" Day 2: Enjoy panoramic views from Bajing Terrace → Discover the secrets of Fushou Ditch → Take retro photos in Zaor Alley Day 3: Hike the Meiguan Ancient Road → Return 🍜 Food: Stir-fried fish, duck heart meatballs soup, Huai Shan yam with wine and chili 🏡 Accommodation: Recommended stay at "Yugu Terrace Inn," where history is just outside your window 🚄 Transportation: High-speed train directly to Ganzhou Station 💰 Budget: CNY 600–1,000 per person 📍 Liyang, Changzhou, Jiangsu 🌿 Highlights: Nanshan Bamboo Sea offers lush greenery, Tianmu Lake is perfect for cycling, and the scenic Highway 1 is ideal for a picturesque road trip. ✨ Suggested Itinerary: Day 1: Take the cable car at Nanshan Bamboo Sea → Visit the Panda House → Stay in a lake-view room Day 2: Take a boat trip on Tianmu Lake → Enjoy a family experience at the Rice Dream Space Station Day 3: Visit the Liyang Museum → Return 🍜 Food: Fish head casserole, Yalai mushroom, black rice 🏡 Accommodation: Recommended stay at "Tianmu Lake Resort" to relax and enjoy the lake view 🚄 Transportation: Take the high-speed train to Liyang Station, then a 20-minute taxi ride to the scenic spots 💰 Budget: CNY 800–1,200 per person 📍 Zhanjiang, Guangdong 🌿 Highlights: This coastal city offers beautiful scenery and fewer crowds. Chikan Old Street is full of Republican-era charm, and the seafood is affordably priced. ✨ Suggested Itinerary: Day 1: Explore Chikan Old Street, featured in "The Bad Kids" → Watch the sunset at Golden Sand Bay Day 2: Go beachcombing on Naozhou Island → Enjoy a seafood feast on Volcanic Island Day 3: Explore the volcanic lake at Huguangyan Scenic Area → Return 🍜 Food: Oysters, beef brisket noodles, shrimp cakes, sweet soup 🏡 Accommodation: Recommended stay at "Xiashan Sea View Apartment" with a balcony overlooking the sea 🚄 Transportation: Take the high-speed train to Zhanjiang Station, then convenient bus or taxi connections 💰 Budget: CNY 500–800 per person 🌟 Tips for Avoiding Pitfalls ✅ Travel off-peak: The fewest crowds are 1 hour before opening or 2 hours before closing ✅ Be wary of tourist traps in food streets: Avoid "free samples" and ask locals for recommendations ✅ Choose accommodation in the old town: For a more authentic experience and convenient transportation ✅ Check the weather in advance: Be mindful of temperature differences in mountainous or coastal areas

🌿Day 1: Cloud Terraces and Evening Mist Yunhe Rice Terraces (Yunhe County, Lishui City, 1.5 hours by car) Visit the "Nine Curved Cloud Ring" viewing platform at dawn🌾. Thousands of terraces shimmer like broken silver mirrors. During irrigation season (May-June), clouds reflect in the water; during harvest season (September-October), golden rice waves dance. Walk through Kengen Stone Village, brew a pot of "Yunhe Old Tea" in an old teahouse, and listen to silver mine legends. Recommended Stay🏠: "Yunyi's Courtyard" Guesthouse (wooden cabin on terrace hillside with cloud sea views). --- Day 2: Oujiang River Paintings and Celadon Glow Ancient Weir Art Village (Liandu District, 40 minutes by taxi from Lishui Station) The thousand-year-old Tongji Weir spans the Oujiang River. Artists set up easels at the ancient camphor tree ferry dock🎨. Take a sailboat upstream where egrets dot the ink-wash landscape. Longquan Celadon Museum (Longquan City, 1 hour by car) Admire plum-green glazed spring vases with Song Dynasty charm. Hand-make your own celadon cup and engrave "Where rain clears and sky breaks through clouds," taking home the essence of Jiangnan's rain. Recommended Stay🏠: "Huaju Craftsman" Inn (renovated riverside mansion with terrace facing ancient camphor trees). --- Day 3: Xiandu's Martial Arts Atmosphere and Mountain Forests Jinyun Xiandu (Jinyun County, 15 minutes by high-speed rail + bus) Dinghu Peak stands like a pillar to heaven. At dawn, farmers lead oxen across stone bridges, capturing scenes from "Monk Comes Down the Mountain"🗻. Visit the bamboo sanctuary of Zhutan Mountain, brew tea with mountain spring water, and perhaps meet herb gatherers with baskets full of polygonatum. Heyang Ancient Residences (20 minutes drive northeast of Xiandu) Connected horse-head walls from Ming and Qing dynasties, ancestral halls with plaques reading "Pass down farming and studying," and elderly vendors selling Jinyun pancakes at Eight Scholar Street - crispy shells filled with preserved vegetables, too hot to hold but too delicious to resist. --- Transportation Guide🚌: - High-speed rail to Lishui Station, about 2.5 hours from Shanghai/Hangzhou - Attractions are scattered; recommend car rental (about CNY 200/day) or chartered car (CNY 400/day) Tips: Light down jacket essential for morning and evening temperature differences Ancient Weir Art Village ticket includes round-trip boat fare, free entry before 8am Xiandu Scenic Area bus CNY 20/person, drone photography at Dinghu Peak requires registration

Wyndham Supreme Hotel Lishui 🏠Amazing Location I recently traveled to Lishui and stayed at the Wyndham Supreme Hotel. The location is truly unbeatable. It's right in the city center, just a short walk from several shopping malls, making dining, entertainment, and shopping incredibly convenient. It's also close to several Lishui attractions, like Chuzhou Park, which is within walking distance. Super convenient! 🏃‍♂️Complete Fitness Facilities I especially loved the hotel's fitness facilities. The gym equipment is brand new, with treadmills, strength training equipment, and everything you need. I went for a run every morning, worked up a good sweat, and felt energized for the whole day. There's also a huge indoor pool with a perfect water temperature. I tried swimming at night, and the lighting made it a particularly pleasant experience. The biggest surprise was the sauna. After a workout, steaming in the sauna was incredibly relaxing. 💰Excellent Value for Money In terms of value, I genuinely think it's worth it. The room rates are reasonable, but the facilities and service are excellent. The breakfast offers a wide variety, from Chinese porridge and steamed buns to Western bread and fried eggs, ensuring a satisfying meal every morning. The hotel also provides free parking, which saved us a lot of money since we drove. 🛀Fantastic Check-in Experience During check-in, the staff at the front desk were incredibly welcoming, helping me with my luggage and providing a detailed introduction to the hotel's facilities. My room was spacious, and the bed was incredibly comfortable. I sank right in and slept soundly. The room has large windows, and opening the curtains reveals a beautiful view of the street outside. One evening, I returned late and found that the hotel had left a late-night snack for me—a bowl of hot soup. It was such a heartwarming gesture. 🌟Other Tips There are plenty of dining options around the hotel. Besides the hotel restaurant, there are many local restaurants nearby where you can savor authentic Lishui cuisine. If you're traveling to Lishui, I highly recommend staying at this hotel. It offers a comfortable stay and convenient access to everything. Overall, I was extremely satisfied with my stay at the Wyndham Supreme Hotel. I'll definitely stay here again next time I'm in Lishui.

🌈Attraction Address: Meyuan Village, Chongtou Town, Yunhe County, Lishui City, Zhejiang Province, Yunhe Rice Terraces Scenic Area Visitor Center No. 1. Come and check in! 🚥Transportation: 🚘For self-driving enthusiasts: It only takes 4 hours to drive from Hangzhou, so you can start your trip at any time! 🚝For high-speed rail travelers: First arrive at Lishui Station, then take the scenic spot direct bus to the visitor center, seamlessly connecting the fun of your trip! Must-see attractions: 1⃣ Jiuxu Yunhuan: Standing here is like being in the clouds. A cup of coffee, a sea of clouds, and the sunrise—it's breathtakingly beautiful! 2⃣ Baiyin Valley: Take the Cloud-Viewing Ropeway and enjoy the magnificent scenery of the rice terraces. The Cloud Swing seems to take you into the fairy tale world of Hayao Miyazaki, and Qixingdun is an ideal place to take photos! 3⃣ Wujian Waterfall: The waterfall plunges down from a great height, creating a spectacular sight that will stir your heart. Remember to bring a wide-angle lens! Kenggen Stone Village: Walk into the ancient village and experience the unique charm of She ethnic culture, as if traveling back to a quiet old time. 🎫Tickets: Opening hours: Peak season 8:00 - 17:00 (last entry at 16:30), off-season 8:00 - 16:30 (last entry at 16:00). Remember to plan your time wisely so you don't miss out on the excitement! Tip: The ropeway stops operating after 4 pm, so if you want to experience it, go early! 💞Other tips: 🌞Sunrise strategy: Want to catch the first rays of sunrise? Arrive at the Sunrise Sea of Clouds Viewing Platform at Jiuxu Yunhuan at 5:30. On sunny days, the sunrise is picturesque, and on rainy days, the sea of clouds is spectacular, each with its own characteristics! Hiking exploration: Don't forget to walk along the farming trails and enjoy the idyllic scenery like that of Yunnan, Guizhou, and Sichuan provinces. Every step is a scene, and every step has a story. 📸Bring your camera and drone, as every angle here is a blockbuster. Wear comfortable shoes because you'll definitely want to walk all over the rice terraces. Try the local cuisine; Yunhe's food is not to be missed. Let your taste buds embark on a journey too! So, having said all this, are you eager to embark on this dreamy journey to Yunhe Rice Terraces? Don't hesitate any longer; pack your bags and set off now! In Yunhe, you will discover that life can be so beautiful and peaceful. Remember, travel is not just about reaching the destination, but also about the scenery and mood along the way. At Yunhe Rice Terraces, let your soul travel and rediscover that long-lost peace and freedom.