[2025 Jiaxing Attraction] Travel Guide for Zongzi Culture Museum (Updated Aug)

🗺 Itinerary Optimization Suggestions Day 1 Morning to Afternoon: In-depth Tour of Yuehe Historic District 8:00-9:00: Early visit to Yuehe, when there are fewer tourists and shops are closed, perfect for capturing the tranquil morning scenery of the water town. 9:30-11:30: Visit the Zongzi Culture Museum (free), experience making zongzi by hand (reservation required), and buy freshly cooked meat zongzi for breakfast. 12:00: Enjoy local delicacies within Yuehe (recommended: Zhenzhen Laolao Zongzi, Wu Ji Sauce Duck, Osmanthus Rice Cake). Afternoon: Walk to the Catholic Church for photos (lawn spot), visit Zicheng Ruins Park (free) along the way, and climb the city wall for a panoramic view of the old town. Day 1 Evening to Night: Nanhu Lake + Night Scenery 16:00: Head to Nanhu Lake, take a boat to the island (20 RMB/person), focus on photographing the Red Boat and the reflection of the Yan Yu Tower, one hour is enough for the visit. 17:30: Disembark at Nanhu Tiandi (cultural and creative commercial area), dinner recommended at “Nanhu Boat Banquet” or the popular “Treasure Hunt” restaurant. 19:30: Stroll around Nanhu night scene, the lighting makes Yan Yu Tower look even more ancient, you can take a black-awning boat night tour (about 80 RMB/half hour). Day 2: One-day Tour of Xitang Ancient Town Transportation: Bus: Take bus 152 near Yuehe to “Cui Nan Village Station” (1.5 hours, last bus at 17:40, watch the time!). Taxi: About 40 minutes, suitable for groups (cost about 80 RMB). Activities: Morning: Yan Yu Corridor → Yongning Bridge (Jay Chou’s favorite photo spot) → Rice Station (a must-visit for fans of The Lost Tomb). Afternoon: Explore Xitang cultural and creative shops, try Cishi Cake and Lotus Leaf Steamed Pork, and capture the moment when the riverside lanterns light up at dusk. Return: Try to take the bus back to Jiaxing before 17:00 to avoid missing the last bus. ⚠ Pitfall Tips Transportation: The last bus from Xitang returns early, it’s recommended to book a taxi in advance or allow extra time; Nanhu Island is crowded, head straight to the Red Boat after landing to reduce waiting. Accommodation: Yuehe homestays have high weekend premiums, book 1-2 weeks in advance; hotel prices by Nanhu Lake fluctuate greatly, compare platform discounts. Food: Zongzi in scenic spots are generally expensive, buy from local old brands in residential areas (like Zhayan Road) for a more affordable 5 RMB each. 📸 Photo Tips: Yuehe for ancient style: Best early morning when lanterns are still lit, wear Hanfu and shoot in narrow alleys or on stone bridges. Nanhu for Red Boat: Use reflections, include lake surface, willow trees, and boat in the frame; cloudy days add an ink painting feel. Xitang night scene: Use long exposure to capture lanterns and flowing water, Yongning Bridge side backlight silhouette makes for great shots. Wishing you a Jiangnan charm of “zongzi fragrance and slow water town” in Jiaxing!🌙

||. Jiaxing two-day and one-night travel guide || 🚄 Transportation: Ningbo Station → Jiaxing South Station (high-speed rail about 1 hour, ticket price about ¥50) 🏨 Accommodation: It is recommended to stay near Nanhu Lake or Yuehe River for easy travel DAY1: Nanhu Scenic Area - Zui Hu Walnut Restaurant - Raw, Pickled and Drunk (Lunch) - Yuehe Historic District 📍Nanhu Scenic Area 🚢 Take a boat trip on the lake (¥60/person, including tickets to the lake island) Check in: Yanyu Tower (famous tower in Jiangnan), Red Boat (site of the First National Congress of the Communist Party of China) Strolling in Nanhu Tiandi (commercial area by the lake, suitable for taking photos) 📸 Photo spots: Nanhu Revolutionary Memorial Hall, Lanxiu Garden 📍Lunch: Zui Hu Walnut Restaurant·Raw, Pickled and Drunk (Nanhu Tiandi Branch) ✔️Recommended dishes: Raw marinated crab (signature must-order, fresh, sweet and tender) Cooked drunken swamp shrimp (rich in wine aroma, chewy shrimp meat) Small seafood from Jiangsu and Zhejiang (razor clams, flower clams, etc., so fresh that they make your eyebrows drop) Address: Nanhu Tiandi Commercial Street (near Nanhu Cruise Terminal) Especially suitable for those who like to eat raw pickled food! (I am from Ningbo) The atmosphere of a Chinese tavern, the swamp shrimps are quite big, the salmon and crab paste tasted quite fresh, and the desserts were also good 📍Yuehe Historic District (beautiful night view!) 🍵 A few pieces of silver and tea (Yuehe store) Must order: Genmaicha milk jelly (sweet and not greasy) 🚶‍♂ Recommended places to visit: Zongzi Cultural Museum (free, learn about the history of Jiaxing Zongzi) Flower and Bird House (the lights are very atmospheric at night) Bar Street (Have a drink and experience the nightlife of the water town) DAY2: Zhenzhen Lao Lao Zongzi (breakfast) - Jiaxing Catholic Church - Old Town Snacks - Zicheng Ruins Park 📍Zhenzhenlaolao Zongzi (Jiaxing Main Store) Recommended: Chuanren meat dumplings, egg yolk meat dumplings (glutinous rice is soft and sticky, with a strong meaty flavor) Address: Jianguo Middle Road, Nanhu District (near the Catholic Church) 📍Jiaxing Catholic Church (popular photo spot) 📸 Check-in point: Gothic building, known as the "third largest church in the Far East", great for taking photos! Street food in the old town 📍 Xiexi Street Fresh Shaomai (more localized than Chenbin, with thinner skin) 📍 Xin Teng Amao Cake Shop (Recommended: Osmanthus Sugar Cake, Dingsheng Cake) 📍 Shunxing corn cake (crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, sweet or salty) 📍 Lao Wang’s special sesame cake (dried mustard greens sesame cake, crispy and fragrant) 📍Zicheng Ruins Park (Jiaxing Millennium Ancient City) Highlights: Tang Dynasty city wall ruins, restored buildings of Jiaxing government office Suitable for: Walking, taking photos, and feeling the historical atmosphere 🚄 Evening: Return (Jiaxing South Station → Ningbo)

||. Jiaxing 🚶 | A One-Day Jiaxing Travel Guide (Leisurely City Walk Edition) || 📝 As someone who loves to "walk," after running all over the cities of Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Shanghai, and even more cities on the weekends, I still think Jiaxing is one of the most suitable cities to explore with a city walk! Almost all the attractions are within a half-hour walk. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 📍 Nanhu Lake It is a 15-minute walk from the high-speed rail station to Nanhu Lake. It is now the season of red flowers and green willows. If strolling around the lake to enjoy the spring cannot satisfy your curiosity about the spring in Jiangnan, you can also take a cruise or water bus to visit ⛴️. 📍 Nanhu Tiandi Walk along Nanhu Lake for 10 minutes to reach Nanhu Pier, where you can take a boat to Huxin Island on the opposite side. Near the pier is Nanhu Tiandi, with cafes, restaurants... suitable for shopping and eating with friends 🛍️. 📍 Catholic Church Take a break in Nanhu Tiandi to recover your strength, and walk 30 minutes to reach the Catholic Church. The lawn in front of the church is the best spot for taking photos! There are also many cute and interesting shops on the road opposite the church! 📍 Zicheng Ruins Less than a 5-minute walk from the church will bring you to the Jiaxing Zicheng Ruins. Climb the city wall to feel the historical changes of Zicheng thousands of years ago. There are also occasional markets with different themes here. If you catch up, you can stroll around. 📍 Yuehe Historical Block After visiting the ruins, walk about 25 minutes to reach the Yuehe Historical Block, located along the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal. In addition to Jiaxing snack restaurants, there is also the Zongzi Culture Museum, where you can visit for free to learn about Jiaxing's zongzi culture; and there is also a flower and bird market, with insects, birds, flowers, and plants... It really feels like strolling through an ancient Jiangnan market. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - The above is a one-day "walking" guide for Jiaxing, which is very suitable for weekend trips. You will not be tired at all after a day, but you can complete the check-in of Jiaxing's essential attractions ☑️. Invite your friends to go "walking" in Jiaxing next weekend!

As the setting sun casts its golden glow on the cobblestone streets of Jiaxing's Yuehe Historic District, embark on a twilight stroll through time. Yuehe Historic District, boasting over 1,700 years of history, is the largest and best-preserved historic district in Jiaxing. With its crisscrossing waterways, numerous ancient bridges, and black-tiled, white-walled Jiangnan-style houses lining the riverbanks, it resembles a flowing ink painting. Stroll along the ancient bridges of Yuehe, watch the sunset paint the river gold, listen to the gentle splash of oars, and experience the tranquility and leisure of a Jiangnan water town. Wander through the narrow, ancient alleyways, lined with quaint shops selling traditional handicrafts and local snacks, and feel as if you've stepped back into a bustling marketplace from centuries ago. Find a riverside teahouse, order a pot of tea, listen to a melodious Pingtan performance, and immerse yourself in the unique charm of Jiangnan culture. Dusk at Yuehe Historic District is poetic, romantic, and enchanting. Here, you can slow down, feel the passage of time, savor the charm of history, and embark on an unforgettable twilight journey! Travel Guide Best time to visit: Dusk is the best time to visit Yuehe Historic District, as the lights begin to illuminate the ancient streets, enhancing their charm. Ticket information: Free admission. Visiting suggestions: Set aside 2–3 hrs to explore Yuehe Historic District and fully appreciate its charm. Sample the local snacks of Yuehe Old Street, such as zongzi, soy sauce duck, and Nanhu water chestnuts.

⛱️Must-see attractions: Yuehe Ancient Town Jiaxing Zongzi Culture Museum 🌄Travel tips: No 🎫 required Take your kids to Jiaxing. 🏨Accommodation tips: You can stay at the nearby Lvxihui Kaiyuan Mingdu Hotel There are many rooms and a wide variety of breakfast options. Transportation: 1.5 hours by car from Shanghai You can ride a shared bike outside the ancient town for free for the first hour. It's great! There are even shared bikes with child seats, which is a great experience! 👍🏻 💗Other tips: There is a children's play area that hotel guests can use for free. The breakfast is also good, with many Chinese and Western options.

Zhejiang people are indeed good at business. Seeing that Jiangsu had created a Yangcheng Lake model at a highway service area, they set up a Zongzi Museum at the Jiaxing service area. This is not just an exhibition hall but a journey through a thousand years of culinary culture. From ancient bamboo slip records to modern production techniques, every exhibit in the museum is eye-catching. The various types of zongzi each seem to tell a story of culinary history. With some lifelike sculptures, you get a sense of traveling through time. In the museum, zongzi evolves from simple ingredients to a rich variety, with Jiaxing people using their effort and wisdom to interpret the charm of 'food.' Moreover, the museum offers a glimpse into the essence and history of Jiaxing zongzi making. The century-old secret recipes, techniques, and emotions gradually become a delicious painting in the long river of history. Whether you are here to explore history or seek the ultimate taste experience, this place has become an unmissable treasure on the highway. Every zongzi here conveys the culinary charm of Jiangnan, attracting tourists from all over the country and even the world. In Jiaxing's Zongzi Museum, we savor the past and embrace the future.

Jiaxing, formerly known as Zauli and Hecheng, is famous for its production of zongzi, especially the fresh meat zongzi, which is renowned throughout the world. The Majiabang culture of Jiaxing, which dates back 7,000 years, is the birthplace of the culture in the south of the Yangtze River and one of the origins of rice cultivation in China. Originally, zongzi was used for offering sacrifices to ancestors and deities for good fortune. During the Spring and Autumn period, ancient people wrapped millet in calamus leaves (Zizania leaves) to form a horn shape, called 'Jiaoshu'. Rice was sealed in bamboo tubes and cooked, known as 'Tongzong'. During the Han Dynasty, the fifth day of the fifth lunar month was commemorated as the death anniversary of Wu Zixu. By the Six Dynasties period, it gradually became the anniversary of Qu Yuan. The customs of eating zongzi and dragon boat racing on Dragon Boat Festival also originated from the Six Dynasties. Han Dynasty zongzi was 'reed leaves wrapped around rice', and the rice soaked in ash water was called 'alkaline water zongzi'. In the Jin Dynasty, zongzi was officially designated as a Dragon Boat Festival food, mostly in the shape of a bull's horn, and added the Chinese medicinal herb Yi Zhi Ren, called 'Yi Zhi Zongzi'. During the Southern and Northern Dynasties, zongzi was made with calamus leaves wrapping sticky rice, mixed with meat from birds and beasts, chestnuts, red dates, and adzuki beans, called 'Mixed Zongzi'. Starting from the Song Dynasty, zongzi began to be piled into pavilions, towers, wooden carts, oxen, and horses, and other objects. In the Yuan Dynasty, zongzi was wrapped with bamboo leaves, breaking the seasonal production limitation of calamus leaves. In the Qing Dynasty, ham zongzi appeared. Eating zongzi on Dragon Boat Festival symbolizes 'honoring ancestors' and 'success in one go', and people exchange 'Nine Sons Zongzi' as a wish for offspring. At the beginning of the 20th century, Feng Changnian, the 'Father of Zongzi' in Jiaxing, founded the first zongzi shop in Jiaxing, 'Zhenzhen Laolao Heji Wufangzhai', in Zhangjia Alley. It was highly esteemed for its exquisite ingredients and authentic taste, and later Zhangjia Alley was known as the cradle of Jiaxing zongzi.

I personally like visiting museums very much, and the Jiaxing Zongzi Culture Museum is really worth knowing about👇👇👇 ⛩️The museum not only displays the origin and inheritance of Jiaxing Zongzi, but also vividly reproduces the past and present of Jiaxing Zongzi through 📌pictures, real objects, models, wax figures and multimedia interactions🉐 You can feel the unique charm of Zongzi culture👏🏼The prosperous scene of Zhangjia Nong Heji, Qingji and Rongji Wufangzhai Zongzi shops in the old days is restored💯It makes people feel like traveling through time and space and returning to that prosperous era🎞️ ⛩️The museum also displays the evolution of zongzi brands such as Wufangzhai, Zhenzhenlaolao, and Changji, allowing you to understand the glorious history of Jiaxing zongzi brands🫔 The museum has a variety of creative rice dumplings and peripherals, as well as its own IP cartoon characters. There is a cafe, a workshop for learning how to make rice dumplings, and a specialty store in the courtyard. You can eat various flavors of rice dumplings in the restaurant. 🎫Tickets: Free admission, no reservation required ⏰：8:30-20:00