Shanghai Weekend Getaway Plan | 4 Treasure Cities 1 Hour Away by High-Speed Train

| 4 Treasure Cities 1 Hour Away by High-Speed Train. Hey there! 👫 After a busy week in Shanghai, do you want to relax nearby on the weekend? I have a guide to 4 surrounding cities that you can reach in 1 hour by high-speed train. They are perfect for a short weekend trip. I've personally tested them and they're fun. Save this post! 📍Suzhou • Featured Attractions: The Humble Administrator's Garden is full of the classic charm of Jiangnan water towns 🖼. With its pavilions, terraces and winding paths, children can wander through it and experience the elegance of the ancients. Pingjiang Road is like a living ancient painting, with its stone roads, small rivers and ancient bridges. There are many delicious shops along the way. It's super pleasant to walk and browse. Tiger Hill is full of legends. The Tiger Hill Pagoda and Sword Testing Stone hide stories. Standing there, you can feel the weight of history. • Food Recommendations: Suzhou-style soup noodles are amazing. The thin noodles are in a fresh soup with a variety of toppings. The red soup is rich and the white soup is refreshing. A bowl in the morning warms the body and the heart 🍜. Squirrel-shaped mandarin fish has a stunning appearance. The fish is fried until golden and crispy, and topped with a sweet and sour sauce. The tender fish is fused with the sauce, making it super satisfying. The bottom of the pan-fried bun is golden and crispy. When you bite into it, the soup gushes out. The meat filling is juicy and sprinkled with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. The aroma is mouthwatering. • Tips: There are many high-speed trains from Shanghai to Suzhou, and it only takes about half an hour 🚄. Book garden tickets online in advance to avoid queuing. Remember to bargain when buying souvenirs at the creative shops on Pingjiang Road. 📍Wuxi • Featured Attractions: Turtle Head Isle in Taihu Lake is as beautiful as a fairyland in spring 🌸. When the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, the petals fall like snow. It's super romantic to walk through. Lihu Lake is romantic. One side of the lake is the sparkling Taihu Lake, and the other side is the city lights. It's perfect for a walk. Nianhua Bay Town has a Tang and Song Dynasty style. The Zen light show and performances are wonderful. Wearing Hanfu and placing yourself in it will take you back to ancient times in a second. • Food Recommendations: Wuxi Xiaolongbao is sweet and delicious. The thin skin is wrapped in soup and meat filling. When you bite into it, first suck the soup. It's rich, fresh and sweet, so be careful it's hot. The soup base of the Sanxian Wonton is delicious. The wonton skin is smooth and the filling is tender. Sprinkle with egg skin shreds and seaweed to make it even more delicious 🍲. Wuxi sauce ribs are bright red in color and the meat is soft. The sweet and savory flavors are intertwined, making it a great souvenir to take back. • Tips: The high-speed train to Wuxi takes less than 1 hour 🚄. If you go to Turtle Head Isle during the cherry blossom season, get up early to grab a good spot for taking pictures. The light show in Nianhua Bay at night is gorgeous, so remember to fully charge your phone. 📍Jiaxing • Featured Attractions: Wuzhen East Scenic Zone is authentic. Take a gondola to see the waterfront houses and experience ancient town life. The night view of West Scenic Zone is amazing. The lights are reflected in the water, and the atmosphere is perfect for a stroll. South Lake Red Boat is of great significance. Taking children to learn about the history of the founding of the Party is very educational. • Food Recommendations: Jiaxing rice dumplings are well-known. The glutinous rice is soft and sticky, the pork belly is lean and fat, and the fragrance of the rice dumpling leaves permeates the dumpling. It's so delicious to eat while it's hot 🥩. Dingsheng cake is shaped like a small pillow. It tastes soft and glutinous, sweet but not greasy. It's full of energy when you eat it while strolling around the ancient town. South Lake water caltrop is fresh, tender and sweet. It's fun to peel and eat. • Tips: The high-speed train from Shanghai to Jiaxing is convenient 🚄. Book a homestay in the scenic area of Wuzhen in advance for a great experience. Shop around for local products in Wuzhen and choose affordable shops. 📍Kunshan • Featured Attractions: Zhouzhuang Ancient Town is the "No. 1 Water Town in China". Take a boat to see the ancient bridges and houses and feel the tranquility of time 🌉. Jinxi Ancient Town is a niche and quiet town. Exploring the ancient kiln site and ancient lotus pond is interesting. Tinglin Garden is surrounded by mountains and rivers, with many historical sites and a good place for leisure. • Food Recommendations: Aozao noodles have a rich red soup, the noodles are thin and chewy, and the toppings are rich. A bowl of it will make you feel energetic 🍜. Wansan Pork Knuckle is reddish in color and the meat is tender. Cut it into pieces with a bone knife and dip it in the sauce. It's so delicious. Sock sole biscuits are crispy and multi-layered, with a moderate salty and sweet taste. The name is unique, but it's so delicious that you can't stop eating them. • Tips: Kunshan is close to Shanghai, and the high-speed train takes only ten minutes 🚄. Zhouzhuang is a bit commercialized, so choose a homestay with a good price-performance ratio. Tickets to Jinxi Ancient Town are cheap, so remember to bring your ID card. Hey there, these 4 cities each have their own charm. Pick one and set off for the weekend. Escape the hustle and bustle and enjoy the joy of a short trip 🎉!