[2025 Yangzhou Attraction] Travel Guide for Eight Wonders of Yangzhou (Updated Apr)

| Come and enjoy the romantic peach blossoms along Yangzhou Grand Canal and Dongguan Street. As spring breathes new life into everything, the peach blossoms along Yangzhou Grand Canal and Dongguan Street are quietly blooming, painting a beautiful spring picture. Come join this day trip and encounter the romantic blooms throughout the streets! 📍Morning: Seeking Peach Blossoms Along the Grand Canal Start your morning with warm sunshine at the Grand Canal, where the flowing water has witnessed thousands of years of history. Peach blossoms along both banks eagerly display their beauty, intertwining with emerald willow trees. Walking along the riverside path, the air is filled with subtle floral fragrance, and occasional falling petals seem like pink letters from spring. It's a perfect time for photos - with the ancient canal as backdrop and peach blossoms as decoration, every frame captures spring's essence! When tired, find a riverside bench to sit and quietly appreciate the beautiful blend of waterscape and peach blossoms while enjoying the spring comfort. 📍Noon: Culinary Adventures on Dongguan Street After exploring the Grand Canal, head straight to Dongguan Street. As soon as you enter the old street, you'll feel the vibrant local atmosphere. Before flower viewing, don't miss the delicious local food! Try a plate of Yangzhou fried rice, with plump rice grains paired with savory shrimp and ham - every bite is flavorful. Then taste the crab roe soup dumplings; when gently bitten, the delicious soup bursts in your mouth. Fill up on these delights to energize yourself for the afternoon's flower viewing adventure. 📍Afternoon: Encountering Peach Blossoms on Dongguan Street After a satisfying meal, begin exploring the peach blossom scenery on Dongguan Street. The pink walls and dark tiles of the ancient street complement the peach blossoms perfectly, and around unexpected corners, you'll find clusters of blooming peach trees. Outside traditional shops, peach blossoms extend their branches, adding romance to these historic establishments. Venture into quiet alleys, and you might discover peach blossoms hidden in courtyards, embodying the charm of "spring beauty that cannot be contained." Take your time to stroll and appreciate the unique charm where ancient streets meet peach blossoms, while browsing specialty shops for spring souvenirs. 💡Tips: 1. Check the peach blossom season in advance and visit during peak bloom for the best viewing experience. 2. Wear light-colored clothes for better photos, and don't forget to bring a power bank to capture beautiful moments anytime. 3. Protect the flowers and plants while enjoying them, and be a responsible visitor. This spring, don't miss your date with the peach blossoms at Yangzhou Grand Canal and Dongguan Street - come enjoy this romantic spring feast!

Around 3:30 p.m. is a good time to enter the park. There are many tour groups at the entrance (second to last photo), but once inside, it doesn't feel crowded overall, and you can capture beautiful scenery effortlessly. I left the park at 5:30 p.m., without finishing the tour. Daytime tickets allow you to stay until 7 p.m., but I had something to do and left early. Otherwise, I could have stayed longer; it's truly beautiful. I guess the crowds must be much larger on weekends, especially with such nice weather.😌

My friends in Hangzhou, 🍵spring is here, are you unable to hold back the urge to let yourself go? Don’t worry, Yangzhou is calling you! Here you can find not only the Slender West Lake and the Ancient Grand Canal, but also the magic that allows you to "swim" in the beautiful scenery. Yangzhou from March to May is a good time to enjoy the spring. To save time and avoid taking a detour, just follow me and I guarantee you will have a great time! 2. Transportation routes 🎈From Hangzhou: 1. **[HighSpeedRail] High-Speed ​​Rail**: Take the high-speed rail from Hangzhou East Station to Yangzhou East Station (about 2.5 hours), then transfer to the bus or taxi to the city (about 30 minutes). 2. **[Car] Self-driving**: Hangzhou-Ningbo Expressway → Shanghai-Shaanxi Expressway → Yangzhou Ring Expressway (the whole journey takes about 3 hours, suitable for you who like to travel independently). 3. Recommended attractions [Balloon]Day 1: - **Morning**: Arrive in Yangzhou, go to **Slender West Lake** first (ticket price: 150 yuan), enjoy the beautiful scenery of lakes and mountains, stroll along the lakeside, take some beautiful photos and post them on WeChat Moments, pretending to be in West Lake. - **Noon**: Enjoy lunch at a restaurant near Slender West Lake. We recommend trying Yangzhou’s specialties “🍳Yangzhou Fried Rice” and “🥩Lion’s Head”. - **Afternoon**: Go to **Ge Garden** (ticket price: 45 yuan). This is one of the four famous gardens in Yangzhou. The rockery, bamboo forest and pond in the garden complement each other and are suitable for taking photos and checking in. - **Evening**: Wander around **Dongguan Street** (free), which is an old neighborhood in Yangzhou with many specialty shops and delicious food. There is also a light show at night, and the atmosphere is great. [Balloon]Day 2: - **Morning**: Get up early and go to **Daming Temple** (ticket price: 45 yuan). This is a Buddhist holy place in Yangzhou. The Qiling Pagoda in the temple is a landmark building in Yangzhou. Don’t forget to bring your camera and take some photos of the tower and the sunrise. [×] It is recommended not to buy a ticket to enter, the cost performance is average 😓 - **Noon**: Have lunch at a restaurant near Daming Temple. We recommend trying "Yangzhou Boiled Dried Silk" and "Three-Ding Buns". - **Afternoon**: Go to **He Garden** (ticket price: 45 yuan), which is another famous garden in Yangzhou. The architecture and garden design in the garden are very unique, suitable for you who like history and architecture. - **Evening**: Return to the city and take a night cruise on the **Ancient Grand Canal** (free) to experience the night view of Yangzhou. There will also be a tour guide on the boat to explain the history and culture of Yangzhou. [Balloon]Day 3: - **Morning**: Go to **Zhuyu Bay** (ticket price: 30 yuan), which is Yangzhou's ecological [Desert] Park. There are many rare plants and animals in the park, which is suitable for you who like nature. - **Noon**: Have lunch at a restaurant near Zhuyu Bay. We recommend trying "Yangzhou Salted Duck 🦆" and "Yangzhou Fried Noodles". - **Afternoon**: Go to **Yangzhou Museum** (free), where there are many exhibitions about Yangzhou's history and culture, suitable for you who like history. - **Evening**: Back in the city, go to **Wenchang Pavilion** (free) for a stroll. This is a landmark building in Yangzhou. There is also a 🔮light show at night, and the atmosphere is great. [Balloon]Day 4 - **Morning**: Go to **Yangzhou Eight Eccentrics Memorial Hall** (ticket price: 20 yuan), where there are many works of art about Yangzhou [Liberty] Eight Eccentrics, suitable for you who like art. - **Noon**: Have lunch at a restaurant near the memorial hall. We recommend trying "Yangzhou Shaomai" and "Yangzhou Fried Rice Cake". - **Afternoon**: Go to **Yangzhou Shuangbo Museum** (free), where there are many exhibitions about Yangzhou’s history and culture, suitable for you who like history. - **Evening**: Return to the city and go to **Yangzhou Night Market** (free). This is a paradise for foodies with all kinds of snacks. We recommend trying "Yangzhou Fried Rice" and "Yangzhou Boiled Dried Shredded Vegetables". IV. Precautions 1. **[Rainy] Weather**: The weather in Yangzhou from March to May is changeable, so remember to bring sunscreen and rain gear. 2. **[Skier] Transportation**: Yangzhou has well-developed public transportation. It is recommended to take the bus or taxi, which is convenient and time-saving. 3. **[Hotel] Accommodation**: There are many hotels and B&Bs in Yangzhou. It is recommended to book in advance, especially during holidays. 4. **🍒Food**: Yangzhou has a very rich variety of food, but you should also pay attention to food hygiene and avoid eating raw or cold food. [Flower][Flower][Flower]Yangzhou, a place where you can "swim" in beautiful scenery. For a spring trip from March to May, save time and avoid detours. Follow my guide and I guarantee you will have a great time! Come to Yangzhou and experience the charm of Slender West Lake, the Ancient Grand Canal and delicious food!

Yangzhou's lesser-known attractions: 1. Yangzhou Eight Eccentrics Memorial Hall: A 740-year-old ginkgo tree has become a popular photo spot. Calligraphy, paintings, seals, sculptures, and introductions to the Eight Eccentrics make this a cultural treasure trove. Tickets: CNY 24 in peak season, CNY 15 in off-peak season, 8:30 am–5 pm, closed on Mondays. 2. The Most Beautiful Yechun Teahouse: Hongqiao, a teapot pouring water, Baodai sculptures, and delicious dim sum make this a great place for photos and snacks. It's also a popular photo spot. Free entry. 3. Yuma Wharf: The starting point for Qianlong's water tour of Yangzhou. You can take a boat tour here. Boat tickets are a little expensive and include snacks. Boats depart on the hour. 4. Tianning Temple: Known as the Little Forbidden City of Yangzhou, the ginkgo tree is 220 years old, and there are antique shops on both sides of the palace. It was the palace for Qianlong's second southern tour. Free entry. 5. Shi Kefa Memorial Hall: Two 300-year-old ginkgo trees have recently become a popular photo spot. Free entry, closed on Mondays. 🌟🌟Tour route: Walk north along Huaihai Road, visit the Yangzhou Eight Eccentrics Memorial Hall at Tuoling Lane → continue north to Yanfu West Road → walk east along the river → visit the Most Beautiful Yechun Teahouse → Hongqiao → Yuma Wharf → Tianning Temple → Shi Kefa Memorial Hall.

The Yangzhou Eight Eccentrics Memorial Hall, a cultural treasure of Yangzhou, carries the history and charm of this unique art school. The hall houses a large collection of authentic works and related materials of the Yangzhou Eight Eccentrics. Through meticulously arranged exhibitions, visitors can gain an in-depth understanding of these artists' creative styles and their unique contributions to Chinese painting. The Yangzhou Eight Eccentrics are known for their bold innovation and breaking of traditional norms, creating a distinctive art school. Their works, whether in composition, brushwork, or subject matter, are marked by strong individuality. Each painting in the hall allows one to feel the artists' profound understanding of nature and humanity. This place is not only a pilgrimage site for art lovers but also an excellent spot to experience the rich cultural heritage of Yangzhou.

Did you know? Yangzhou not only has the Slender West Lake and Ge Garden, but also the Memorial Hall of the "Eight Eccentrics of Yangzhou". Here is a collection of Zheng Banqiao's family letters, recording his thoughts and ideas throughout his life. His calligraphy is like his personality, vigorous, powerful, and unrestrained, especially the poem "Ink Bamboo", which fully expresses the tough and upright character of bamboo. When talking about the Eight Eccentrics of Yangzhou, we have to mention Jin Nong. He is the leader of the Eight Eccentrics of Yangzhou and a descendant of Bada Shanren. Jin Nong's paintings are characterized by their simplicity, coolness and elegance, and he is particularly good at painting plum blossoms. His calligraphy is unique and is known as lacquer calligraphy. There are many museums like this in Yangzhou. If you also like art, come to Yangzhou in this spring season!

Do you think the autumn scenery in Suzhou is the best? Wrong! The ginkgo trees in Yangzhou will completely change your mind! 😱 As a southerner, this is the most stunning, tallest, and lushest ginkgo tree group I have ever seen in my life! It's so beautiful that it's almost illegal! 😍 The overwhelming momentum. 🌟 I strongly recommend everyone to visit Yangzhou this autumn! I guarantee it will be worth your while! 👇 🍂 [A Nanny-Level 2-Day Autumn Tour in Yangzhou] 📝 Day 1: Arrive in Yangzhou → Eight Eccentrics Memorial Hall → Slender West Lake → Daming Temple Day 2: Ginkgo Avenue → Tianning Temple → Shi Kefa Memorial Hall → Shi Gong Temple → He Garden 💖 [Must-Visit Attractions] 💖 💖 Eight Eccentrics Memorial Hall: A 700-year-old ginkgo tree, so spectacular that even a wide-angle lens can't capture it all! The trunk is so thick that three people can barely hug it! It's niche but stunning! 💖 Tianning Temple: Ginkgo trees with red walls, as beautiful as a small Forbidden City in Yangzhou! During the ginkgo season, the whole garden is golden, and the best part is that it's free! 💖 Shi Kefa Memorial Hall: Two towering ginkgo trees over 300 years old, covering the sky and the sun, and every casual shot is a stunning masterpiece! 💖 He Garden: The Japanese maple trees turn fiery red in early December, and the composition from the pavilions or the second-floor window frames is simply picturesque! 💖 Slender West Lake: The autumn colors of Slender West Lake are colorful, with green willows, red maples, and ginkgo trees intertwined into a beautiful picture! 💖 Luyang Lake Wetland Park: The metasequoia forest is a mix of orange, yellow, and green, and the duckweed is matcha green, like an oil painting world! 💖 Zhuhu Town: The autumn-exclusive reed marshes are taller than people, and any random shot has a cinematic feel, with few people and beautiful scenery! 📝 [Tips] 📝 🔸 Ginkgo Avenue is the road between Tianning Temple and Shi Kefa Memorial Hall, with ginkgo trees on both sides. 🔸 It's recommended to bring a wide-angle and telephoto lens, or a zoomable phone, to capture every beautiful moment. 🔸 Outfit recommendation: white, which contrasts sharply with the ginkgo leaves and tree roots for better photo effects. 🏨 [Accommodation Recommendation] 🏨 The area near Wenchang Pavilion is the best choice, with convenient transportation, lots of food, and Dongguan Street and Pishi Street within walking distance. 🍴 [Food Recommendations] 🍴 You can't miss the soup dumplings in Yangzhou! Any small shop is extremely delicious! Lion's head meatballs and old goose are also must-try foods! For breakfast, you can try Jiangjia Bridge. Although I personally find it average, it's still a local specialty. 🍂 [Not Just Fireworks in March, Yangzhou in November and December is Also Worth It!] 🍂

Take you to appreciate the autumn charm of this ancient city! 🍂 🌇🍂【Autumn Colors of Yangzhou】In November in Yangzhou, autumn is thick, with golden ginkgo trees, fiery red maple leaves, and colorful clouds reflected on the blue waves. Everywhere is a moving picture. 🌟【Ginkgo biloba】 1️⃣Yangzhou Eight Monsters Memorial Hall: Ancient Temple Ginkgo, the accumulation of history and the gift of nature 🎫15 yuan/person, ⏰8:30-17:00. 2️⃣Yangzhou Shikefa Memorial Hall: white walls and black tiles, gingko embellishment, witness of history🎫Free (with ID), ⏰9:30-17:00. 3️⃣Tianning Temple Tower: "Little Forbidden City" with red walls, yellow ginkgo leaves, a perfect blend of classics and autumn colors 🎫Free, ⏰9:30-17:00. 4️⃣Yanfu Road: Golden all the way, under the ginkgo trees, feel the autumn atmosphere of Yangzhou 🎫Free, ⏰all day. 🌟【Red Maple Chapter】 5️⃣He Garden: Garden window view, red maples like fire, off-season ticket prices are more favorable 🎫30 yuan/person, ⏰7:30-17:30. 6️⃣Guangling has salt-Tongrenxun Tea House: The courtyard is quiet and accompanied by red maples, a good place to rest⏰10:00-18:00. 7️⃣Slender West Lake - Hairpin Pavilion, Luo Chuntang, Lanxin: beautiful clouds and red maples 🎫100 yuan/person, ⏰6:00-17:30. 🌟【Falling Cypress】 8️⃣Yangzhou World Animal Window: The romance of autumn like an oil painting, the gentleness of bald cypress🎫Free, not fully developed, please pay attention to safety. 📅【Recommended route for Yangzhou 3-day autumn tour】 • 📍DAY1 Yangzhou Eight Monsters Memorial Hall → Yangzhou Shikefa Memorial Hall → Tianning Temple → Yanfu Road • 📍DAY2 He Garden → Guangling Youyan-Tongrenxun Tea House → Slender West Lake • 📍DAY3 Yangzhou World Animal Window🍁In Yangzhou, every step is a poem and every scene is a painting. Yangzhou in autumn is not only a visual feast, but also a baptism of the soul. Come to Yangzhou and let us indulge in the image poetry of autumn together! 🍁🌟

And a super awesome guide to the best photo spots~💕 🍂 Autumn in Yangzhou is like a painting carefully drawn by nature, and it's at its most beautiful in mid to late November! ✨ The ginkgo trees turn golden, decorating the black tiles like a golden crown on the ancient buildings. Outside the small windows, the maple leaves are like fire, burning throughout the autumn. Even the blue waves seem to have changed into the brilliant colors of the rosy clouds, so beautiful that it takes your breath away! 😍 🍂 [Ginkgo Beauty] 1⃣ Yangzhou Eight Eccentrics Memorial Hall: Ancient temples and ginkgo trees are a perfect match! 🎫 Tickets are CNY 15 per person, and ⏰ opening hours are 8:30 am to 5 pm. Here, you can feel the perfect fusion of ancient culture and autumn scenery, as if you have traveled back in time. 😜 2⃣ Yangzhou Shi Kefa Memorial Hall: The pink walls and black tiles complement the ginkgo trees, like a Jiangnan ink painting. 🎫 You can enter for free with your ID, and ⏰ opening hours are 9:30 am to 5 pm. Don't miss this photo spot! 🧐 3⃣ Tianning Temple Pagoda: Here, you can see the dreamy combination of the "Little Forbidden City" red walls and ginkgo trees, and it's free to enter! ⏰ Opening hours are 9:30 am to 5 pm. The red walls and yellow leaves make for stunning photos, and any random shot will amaze your friends. 🤳 4⃣ Yanfu Road: The road is lined with golden ginkgo trees, and walking along it, you feel like you're in a golden fairy tale world. 🥰 🍂 [Maple Charm] 5⃣ He Garden: Here, you can see the beautiful window views of Yangzhou gardens, and it's currently the off-season, so tickets are only CNY 30 per person. ⏰ Opening hours are 7:30 am to 5:30 pm. Looking at the red maples through the window is like seeing a classical Chinese painting, beautiful to the core. 💕 6⃣ Guangling Youyan - Tongren Xun Tea House: The courtyard is very quiet, a great place to rest. ⏰ Business hours are 10 am to 6 pm. Here, you can quietly enjoy the red maples and the tranquility of autumn. 😎 7⃣ Slender West Lake - Zanhua Pavilion, Luochun Hall, Lanxin: The red maples here are like clouds, like the burning clouds in the sky falling to the earth. 🎫 Tickets are CNY 100 per person, and ⏰ opening hours are 6 am to 5:30 pm. Being here feels like being in a fairyland. 😍 🍂 [Romantic Encounter with Bald Cypress] 8⃣ World Animal Window: Here, you can see the romantic autumn scenery like an oil painting, a world of bald cypress trees! 🎫 Free entry, but it's not fully developed yet, so be careful when you visit. The scenery here is like something out of an oil painting, super beautiful! 😘 Guys, Yangzhou is so beautiful in autumn, go check it out! 🎉

Address: Tuoling Lane, Guangling District, Yangzhou. I went to the Yangzhou Eight Eccentrics Memorial Hall and learned that the Yangzhou Eight Eccentrics are not 8 people, but 15 people. Going to this kind of memorial hall is very knowledgeable. The term Yangzhou Eight Eccentrics comes from the Kangxi and Qianlong periods. The creations of these 15 literati are relatively novel and advocate innovation, and they are not accommodated by the mainstream culture at the time, so later generations call them "eccentrics". The memorial hall is very small, you can see it at a glance when you enter the door, it looks a bit like Beijing's Siheyuan, the building in the middle is a main hall, compared to the houses on both sides, it looks special, in fact, this house is the Western Temple Hall of the Ming Dynasty Hongwu period.

🌟 Yangzhou Day Trip Guide 🌟 - Savor Ancient Charm, Enjoy Slow Life 📍 Itinerary Pishi Street → Chonggou Bingou Hall → Daming Temple → Guanyinshan Temple → Siwang Pavilion → Yangzhou Eight Eccentrics Memorial Hall → Tang Acacia → Wenchang Pavilion → Ancient Mulan Courtyard Stone Pagoda → Dongguan Street → Jiang Family Bridge Dumplings and Noodles → Geyuan Garden → Yangzhou East Station Itinerary Details Pishi Street Activities: 📸 Take photos of the "Yangzhou" sign, shop for souvenirs at "Floating Life Record", explore Biancheng Bookstore and stalls. Chonggou Bingou Hall Features: 🏡 Ancient and modern fusion guesthouse, century-old Huizhou architectural style, elegant environment, beautiful courtyard photo venue, free trial of new Chinese clothing. Daming Temple Tickets: 💸 CNY26 (including tower climbing) Activities: 🏛 Visit Daxiong Hall, Qiling Tower, Reclining Buddha Hall, Jianzhen Memorial Hall (designed by Liang Sicheng), learn about history. Guanyinshan Temple Features: 🌸 Adjacent to Daming Temple, exquisite caisson decoration, beautiful entrance bend scenery. Siwang Pavilion Photo spot: 📷 Alley next to "Hongguoshi Coffee", take full-body and half-body photos. Yangzhou Eight Eccentrics Memorial Hall Activities: 🖼 Visit the "Sifang Temple Hall", admire the original works of the Yangzhou Eight Eccentrics. Tang Acacia Features: 🌳 The acacia tree in the idiom "Nanke Yimeng", with a long history and full of life. Ancient Mulan Courtyard Stone Pagoda Features: 🏰 Five-story hexagonal stone pagoda from the Tang Dynasty, with lotus and other patterns carved on the base. Geyuan Garden Features: 🎋 Private garden of a Qing Dynasty salt merchant, featuring bamboo and rockery, with a "unique domestic" four-season rockery. 🍽 Food and drink recommendations Jiang Family Bridge Food: 🥢 San Ding Bao, Straw Crab Huang Bao, Iced Soy Milk Bixiangju Food: 🍲 Lion's Head, Pan-fried Dumplings, Shrimp Roe Dumplings and Noodles, Shrimp Roe Wontons, Hot Dried Shreds Bingou Hall·Xiyan Food: 🦀 Super Large Crab Huang Bao, Vinegar Jelly Pork, Shrimp Roe Wontons Yangda Yogurt Food: 🥛 Various flavors available Hongguoshi Coffee Features: ☕ Local coffee shop 🏠 Accommodation recommendations Chonggou Bingou Hall Features: 🏞 Ancient Huizhou architecture, elegant environment, courtyard rooms, self-service laundry, convenient parking, with teahouse and restaurant. Practical Tips Attraction arrangement: 📅 Slender West Lake, Daming Temple and Grand Canal Museum can be placed on the second day's itinerary, and "Heyuan Garden" can be added on the first day. Transportation: 🚗 Make sure to arrange transportation to and from Yangzhou in advance. I hope this guide will make your Yangzhou trip even more perfect! If you have any other questions or need more suggestions, please feel free to let me know! Have a pleasant holiday in Yangzhou!🌟🏞🍜