The history of the city has a very long history. In the early days, Qin Wang's government established a high platform and set up a postal pavilion. The place was named Gaoyou. Only Gaoyou, which linked its name to the postal service in many counties and cities across the country. The existing Yucheng Postal Stop was built in the 8th year of Ming Hongwu (1375). It is now a large-scale, well-preserved ancient station in the country and is now a postal museum in China.

Gaoyou · 2.2 km from downtown

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Wang Zengqi Memorial Hall

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The Wang Zengqi Memorial Hall is divided into four functional areas following the "one axis, two belts, three sections" layout: the Wang Zengqi Memorial Hall, Wang Fan Community, Wang Family Banquet, and Wang Family Inn. The two-story building features 11 exhibition halls organized into five themes: "A Century of Wang Lao," "Wang Zengqi's Literary World," "People and Stories of His Hometown," "Character and Works," and "Remembrance and Legacy," comprehensively showcasing the master's distinguished demeanor.

Gaoyou · 2 km from downtown

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No. 1 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Gaoyou

Wenyu Tai (Wenyu Platform)

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The Wenyoutai was built during the Taiping Xingguo Period of the Northern Song Dynasty. There is famous calligraphy on the four walls of Wenyoutai, giving it high artistic value. To the west are four shrines built during the Ming Dynasty. There are also museums to both the east and west, providing a window for understanding the history and culture of Gaoyou City. Together with the Zhenguo Temple Tower in the west of the city, and the Jingtu Temple Tower and Cha Pavilion in the east of the city, they form a full set of simple but beautiful triangular structures.

Gaoyou · 1.8 km from downtown

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Zhenguo Temple

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A temple located on the heart island of the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal is Gaoyou Zhenguo Temple. After many vicissitudes of life, the original temple no longer exists, leaving only a white pagoda, which is indeed a very important ancient treasure and can be called a leader. The quaint and dignified Zhenguo Temple Pagoda stands on the isolated island, and the sunset reflection is even more beautiful. When you come to Gaoyou, in addition to seeing the long-standing Yucheng Station, you should also remember to pay homage to the Buddha and see the style of Zhenguo Temple.

Gaoyou · 2.8 km from downtown

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Gaoyou·Lake Flower Sea

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Gaoyou Lake Flower Sea will open grandly on March 13. There are small trains, black-sailed boats, and rowing boats in the park, providing a rich park experience. Located where the water meets the sky, the core area covers more than 2,000 acres. We are committed to creating a sea of flowers, childhood fun, local customs, and delicious specialties to bring you an unforgettable and special garden experience.

Gaoyou · 8.3 km from downtown

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Gaoyou Lake Beach Country Park

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Gaoyou · 8.4 km from downtown

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Luyang Lake Wetland Park

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4.0/5

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Upon entering the main gate, rows of neatly arranged dawn redwoods immediately catch your eye, standing straight and tall. In spring, fish farmers fill the ponds with water to raise fish, and visitors can enjoy the wetland pond cypress forest while boating. Luyang Lake Wetland Park features flat terrain, lush forests, fresh air, and a rich water-town atmosphere. It is particularly unique for its forest landscape resources, primarily consisting of water-tolerant tree species such as pond cypress, bald cypress, and dawn redwood. Luyang Lake Wetland is a typical tidal flat wetland. The core area currently covers approx. 3,200 mu, with rich natural and wetland cultural resources such as farmlands, woodlands, and fish ponds. It is rich in agricultural production and water resources. By renovating some fish ponds, dredging water systems, and improving river channels, and through reasonable project planning, a land-and-water tour route has been formed.

Yangzhou · 14.3 km from Gaoyou

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Gaoyou Lake Reed Wetland Park

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4.0/5

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Gaoyou Lake Reed Wetland Park is found on the bank of Gaoyou Lake in Jieshou Town, Gaoyou City, Jiangsu Province. It mainly consists of a comprehensive service area, a water culture area, and a science education display area. The core area also includes the lake heart hotel, leisure club, special dining and entertainment facilities such as tourist interaction, fisherman style, water surfing and gradually forming an ecosystem combining "flying plate culture, waterfront entertainment, fishing village culture, health and leisure, wetland science education". It is a good tourist scenic area. Therefore, it has been commended as a "natural oxygen bar".

Gaoyou · 26.1 km from downtown

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Slender West Lake

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"In March when flowers bloom, head to Yangzhou." When visiting Yangzhou in spring, a trip to Slender West Lake is a must. This narrow stretch of waterway offers the perfect blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage. Stroll along the banks to admire scenic views, explore historic pavilions adorned with classical poetry and paintings, or cruise the lake by boat to experience the leisurely pleasure Emperor Qianlong once enjoyed during his royal visits. The attraction is quite expansive, stretching from the Great Rainbow Bridge in the southeast all the way north along the lake to Guanyin Mountain, passing dozens of attractions along the way. There are four main entrances (east, south, west, and north), with most visitors starting their tour at the south entrance on Great Rainbow Bridge Road. This renowned lakeside garden boasts breathtaking natural views. In spring, the area is shaded by lush willows and adorned with camellias, pomegranates, azaleas, and peach blossoms, attracting visitors from across the country to enjoy the seasonal blooms. For centuries, countless literati have lingered here, composing poetry and creating paintings that left behind numerous artistic treasures and stories. The site also features many landscape structures ingeniously designed to harmonize with its natural surroundings. The Five Pavilion Bridge in Shugang Slender West Lake Scenic Area is the iconic attraction with over 200 years of history. Featuring five wind pavilions atop, each of the bridge's fifteen arches cradles a moon during full moon nights. Another renowned attraction is the Twenty-Four Bridge, inspired by Du Mu's poetic line "Where is the jade-like beauty teaching flute-playing on the moonlit Twenty-Four Bridge?" While the original bridge no longer exists, visitors can admire its reconstructed version today. This was also a stop during Emperor Qianlong's southern tours in the Qing Dynasty. Architectural views like the Great Rainbow Bridge, Slender West Lake Scenic Area's Fishing Terrace, White Pagoda, and the Twenty-Four Bridges' Xichun Platform all bear inseparable historical anecdotes connected to Emperor Qianlong. During summer nights, the illuminated pavilions and moonlit reflections on the lake create a magical atmosphere. The nightlife experience here is entirely boat-based, offering a relaxing way to beat the summer heat while enjoying gentle lake breezes.

Yangzhou · 42.3 km from Gaoyou

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Geyuan Garden

7.7

4.7/5

19.6k reviews

Geyuan Garden was built in the Qing Dynasty on the site of the former Shouzhi Garden of the Ming Dynasty. At the time, the garden was planted with bamboo. Because the bamboo leaves were shaped like the Chinese character for “Ge”, the garden was thus called “Ge Garden.” The four rockeries in the garden are very unique; after making it around the garden, it's as if the visitor has experienced spring, summer, autumn, and winter. Geyuan Garden is not large and can be divided into three areas: the northern bamboo viewing area, the central flower garden, and the southern residential area. Compared with other traditional Chinese gardens, the essence of Geyuan Garden lies in the art of the rockeries with the theme of the four seasons. In addition to the rockeries, walking in the northern bamboo forest is a very pleasant experience. Even during hot summer days, walking in the green bamboo forest often feels quite cool.

Yangzhou · 42.6 km from Gaoyou

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Anonymous userJuly 26, 2026

5.0

Visit Gaoyou Mengcheng Post Station, an important remnant of the Grand Canal, a World Cultural Heritage site. This 600-year-old post station retains its original layout, with its Drum Tower and Imperial Hall exuding ancient charm. Here, you can learn about the ancient postal system and imagine the messengers traveling along the canal in bygone days. The ancient post station is quiet and serene. After exploring the station, stroll along South Gate Street to find Huaiyang snacks and experience the unique charm of the ancient city's postal culture.

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Anonymous userOctober 11, 2026

4.0

For avid readers, a visit to Gaoyou wouldn't be complete without seeing the Wang Zengqi Memorial Hall. Tucked away in an alley, it's surrounded by local delicacies reminiscent of Wang Zengqi's descriptions of his hometown. The memorial hall itself is small, with three floors, and has a charming, quaint feel. Inside, it introduces Wang Zengqi's life story, and his works are available for purchase in the souvenir shop.

Wang Zengqi Memorial Hall

会飞的蚂蚁1March 19, 2026

5.0

The park is clean and beautiful. The presence of Qin Guan imbues even the most ordinary pavilions with a sense of history. The fact that Su Shi visited adds a special attraction for me. Every scene tells a story of the Song Dynasty, and those beautiful poems dance in the river of history—clearly, their lives are being silently passed down. The Qin Guan Memorial Hall, Wenyou Terrace, and other attractions are all worth a visit.

Wenyu Tai (Wenyu Platform)

溪蒻March 21, 2026

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Absolutely breathtakingly beautiful! This thousand-year-old temple on a river island! ⛩️ Zhenguo Temple was definitely the most unique discovery of my trip to Gaoyou! 📍 Located on a river island in the middle of the Grand Canal 🌊 It's the only "river island temple" on the entire ancient canal 🏯 It boasts the stunning title of "Canal Buddhist City"~ The most stunning feature is the Zhenguo Pagoda within the temple 🏮 Originally built during the reign of Emperor Xizong of the Tang Dynasty 📏 Standing a full 35.36 meters tall 🍃 It retains a unique "Tang-Ming style" architectural aesthetic. Every brick and tile is steeped in history~ Visit when the weather is perfect ☀️ The golden sculptures shimmer in the sunlight 🌳 Against the backdrop of blue sky and green trees, it's absolutely gorgeous!

Zhenguo Temple

M51***31April 4, 2026

5.0

The rapeseed flowers stretching to the horizon are incredibly beautiful—a world of flowers, a sea of blossoms—definitely worth a visit. The staff there are also extremely friendly. It happened to be drizzling and quite chilly the day I went, and the boatman kindly offered me hot water.

Gaoyou·Lake Flower Sea

川贝稳July 27, 2025

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我是春天去的，正好赶上油菜花盛开，2000多亩的油菜花海，和高邮湖相互映衬，那景色，漂亮得没法说！我先是坐着小火车穿梭在花海间，然后又坐乌篷船，体验了一把“船在水中行、人在花中游”。除了看花，这里还有露营基地、天然马场，能尽情撒欢。

Gaoyou Lake Beach Country Park

没有故事的大爷November 9, 2025

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Luyang Lake Wetland Park is one of my favorite parks because it is very quiet. The green trees and calm water make you feel relaxed and happy. You feel like you are all alone in the world, and all your worries disappear. So it is a great place to relax and unwind!

Luyang Lake Wetland Park

huang244483March 9, 2021

5.0

Gaoyou Lake is quite depressing in winter (*๓´╰╯`๓)♡, it seems that there are not many people, and the lake is very calm (*๓´╰╯`๓)♡, it is very beautiful and highly recommended

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黄海大智若愚November 6, 2026

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A stretch of clear water connects scenic spots such as the Long Causeway with its willow-lined banks, Xu Garden, Little Golden Mountain, Five Pavilion Bridge, White Pagoda, and Twenty-Four Bridges, offering ever-changing views like a long scroll painting of mountains and rivers. Driven by the saying "Fireworks in March descend on Yangzhou," I visited Slender West Lake for the second time.

Slender West Lake

Anonymous userNovember 7, 2026

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The character "Ge" in Ge Garden is shaped like a bamboo leaf, revealing the Huang family's deep love for bamboo. No wonder there's a bamboo grove to the north of the residence, filled with various types of bamboo. Besides the seasonal landscape created with Taihu stones around Yiyu Pavilion, the family traditions revealed in the living room, study, and bedroom are also quite interesting. A grand mansion, if not carefully maintained, or if faced with unforeseen circumstances, will eventually have to be sold, leaving no place to anchor one's homesickness.

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Parents won't complain about being tired: A slow-paced, low-walking, budget-friendly "slow city" in central Jiangsu to experience authentic local life.

“The biggest fear when traveling with parents is rushing the itinerary, climbing, walking long distances, dealing with crowds, and high costs.”

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What are the must-do things in Gaoyou?

Don't miss these attractions in Gaoyou: Yucheng Post Station, Wang Zengqi Memorial Hall, and Wenyu Tai (Wenyu Platform). If you like Food & drink, try Nanjing Poetry Banquet • Immersive Imperial Feast Experience (Immersive Historical Scenes + Ancient-Style Poetry and Music Performance + In-Depth Chinese Cultural Experience + Optional Ancient Costume Experience). If you enjoy Day tours, try Flexible Private Day Tour of Nanjing City Highlights.

What are the must-try foods and restaurants in Gaoyou?

You can give Nanjing Poetry Banquet • Immersive Imperial Feast Experience (Immersive Historical Scenes + Ancient-Style Poetry and Music Performance + In-Depth Chinese Cultural Experience + Optional Ancient Costume Experience) and Yangzhou Nanhe Grand Banquet (immersive ancient architecture ambiance + imperial banquet dance + ancient emperor experience + visual feast + unlocking a time-travel cultural extravaganza) a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

What are the recommended tours and excursions in Gaoyou?

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include Flexible Private Day Tour of Nanjing City Highlights, Nanjing family-friendly private chartered tour | Less walking, easy stroll with kids around Jinling, and Premium Small Group Tour | Optional English Guide | Dr. Sun Yat-sen's Mausoleum + Meiling Palace + Niushou Mountain Cultural Tourism Zone + Nanjing Confucius Temple + Zhan Garden. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

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As of November 9, 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Gaoyou is around EUR 37.6 – EUR 221.59. Rates vary by duration, group size, transportation, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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Yucheng Post Station

Wang Zengqi Memorial Hall

Wenyu Tai (Wenyu Platform)

Zhenguo Temple

Gaoyou·Lake Flower Sea

Gaoyou Lake Beach Country Park

Luyang Lake Wetland Park

Gaoyou Lake Reed Wetland Park

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Trip Moments in Gaoyou

A Leisurely Escape to the Golden Blossoms by the Lake.

Parents won't complain about being tired: A slow-paced, low-walking, budget-friendly "slow city" in central Jiangsu to experience authentic local life.

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Must-visit in November! Reed marshes + thousands of birds taking flight | 3-day, 2-night comprehensive wetland guide

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