Encounter the Millennium Water Town · Zhujiajiao
Zhujiajiao Town is located in the central and southern part of Qingpu District, Shanghai. It is a typical ancient water town in the Jiangnan region, with small bridges and flowing water, full of ancient charm.
🚄Transportation Guide:
🚇 Starting from Zhujiajiao Metro Station, there are three easy ways to reach the ancient town:
1️⃣ Walk for 20 minutes and enjoy the natural scenery.
2️⃣ Take a bus for a quick arrival.
3️⃣ Take a sightseeing boat for 40 yuan per person and enjoy the water town's charm.
🗺️ Recommended Travel Route:
Zhujiajiao Visitor Center ➡️ Kezhi Garden (20 yuan) ➡️ Hexinyuan Garden (30 yuan) ➡️ Abo Tea House ➡️ Fangsheng Bridge ➡️ Taian Bridge ➡️ Yuanjin Zen Temple (10 yuan) ➡️ Chenghuang Temple ➡️ Daqing Post Office ➡️ Walk back to Zhujiajiao Metro Station.
⛱️Must-Visit Attractions:
✅ Fangsheng Bridge: The largest five-arch stone bridge in Shanghai, full of historical significance.
✅ Yuanjin Zen Temple: Climb high for a panoramic view of the ancient town and experience the tranquility of praying.
✅ Langqiao: A unique wooden structure, especially charming in the evening.
✅ Daqing Post Office: A historic building now serving as a coffee and cultural creative shop, with a stamp exhibition.
✅ Kezhi Garden: The essence of Jiangnan gardens, with unique rice planting inside.
✅ Hexinyuan Garden: Small and exquisite, with a different view at every step, showcasing private collections.
🍜Food Guide:
✅ Jiao Li Zhu Abo Snack House: Small wontons, fresh meat shumai, tofu pudding.
✅ Wu Zi Fang Stinky Tofu: The tofu tastes good, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
✅ One Bud One Leaf: The milk tea tastes very fragrant.
✅ Ginkgo Tree Abo: Very crowded! Abo's big meat zongzi and big pig's trotters are indeed well-known.
Overall, the prices are affordable, with many riverside restaurants, and the town's specialty is white water fish.
🏨Accommodation Guide:
1️⃣ Shanghai Zhujiajiao Royal Tulip Garden Hotel: Located within the 4A-level tourist scenic area of Zhujiajiao Ancient Town, with elegant environment and beautiful scenery. It is adjacent to Sheshan to the east, Dianshan Lake to the west, Shenxiang to the south, and Kunshan to the north. The hotel is about 900 meters from Zhujiajiao Metro Station on Line 17, making travel convenient. The hotel also has a sauna center, chess center, KTV, yacht, fishing platform, and outdoor barbecue for leisure.
2️⃣ Shanghai Zhujie Pavilion Hotel: The hotel is well-located, very close to Zhujiajiao, making travel very convenient. The facilities are relatively new, and the front desk staff have a particularly good service attitude. The hotel also has a restaurant, coffee shop, multifunctional hall, sauna, and tea room. The hotel has a chess room and other entertainment facilities.
3️⃣ Shanghai Citic Pacific Zhujiajiao Jinjiang Hotel: Located on the north side of the famous Zhujiajiao Ancient Town, by the Great Dian Lake, about a 15-minute walk from Zhujiajiao Ancient Town. The architectural design is courtyard-themed, close to nature, with elegant room design and exquisite decoration. The hotel is about a 35-minute drive from Hongqiao Railway Station and Hongqiao International Airport, making travel convenient. The hotel has three restaurants serving Chinese cuisine, selected Western cuisine, and Japanese cuisine respectively.
💗Other Tips:
1. Avoid holidays for a more peaceful travel experience.
2. The ancient town is more beautiful at night, so if you have the chance, stay a bit longer and consider experiencing local homestays.