2-Day Getaway to Haiyan | A Hidden Gem of a Seaside Town for Healing and Relaxation

🌅 Haiyan, a treasure of a town on the northern shore of Hangzhou Bay, nestled between mountains and sea with millennia-old salt fields, blends the gentleness of Jiangnan water towns with coastal romance. This less-crowded scenic spot is perfect for unwinding, photography, and seafood feasts! Grab your bestie or partner for a spontaneous healing weekend escape~

【Must-Visit Spots】📸
1️⃣ Nanbei Lake 🌿

Zhejiang's only lakeside resort with mountain-sea-lake views! Cycle around the lake, hike up for ocean vistas (Eagle's Nest Summit offers stunning sunrise views!), and capture autumn's red maples and reeds—nature's own filter included~

Tips: Entry ¥80, e-bike rentals recommended (¥30/hour) for easy exploring.

2️⃣ Qiyuan Garden 🏯

One of Jiangnan's Top Ten Classical Gardens and a filming location for "Dream of the Red Chamber!" Rockeries, ancient trees, and pavilions make it a Hanfu photographer's paradise.

Tips: ¥35 ticket, open 8:00-17:00, explorable in 1 hour.

3️⃣ Haiyan Windmill Road 🌊

Hangzhou Bay's "Little Kenting"—white windmills against blue coastlines, utterly romantic at sunset!

Tips: Navigate to "Haiyan Seawall," free entry, bring a jacket for windy conditions.

4️⃣ Ganpu Ancient Town 🍜

A millennia-old town brimming with local flavor! Don’t miss "Ganpu Mutton Noodles" (legendary "Jinliang Mutton" is a must-try!), rich in savory sauce without gaminess.

【Itinerary】🗺️
📅Day1: Artsy Mountain & Sea Route

AM: Nanbei Lake cycling → Eagle’s Nest Summit hike

Noon: Ganpu Ancient Town for mutton noodles

PM: Qiyuan Garden Hanfu photoshoot → Seaside Road café lounging (try "Yanyi Coffee")

Dusk: Sunset chase on Windmill Road

📅Day2: Chill & Recharge

AM: Haiyan Salt Museum (free, salt culture exhibits) → Fish Scale Seawall stroll

Noon: Seafood feast ("Hai Port City" recommended, don’t skip dried yellow croaker!)

PM: Pre-departure visit to "Zhang Leping Memorial" (hometown of Sanmao’s creator!)

【Stay】🏨
1️⃣ New Century Resort Nanbei Lake

Lakeside rooms + infinity pool, splurge-worthy!
2️⃣ Haiyan Town B&Bs

"Saltstay·Slow Life" tops the list—¥150/pax, Japandi-style, steps from Seaside Road.

【Pro Tips】💡
✅ Transport: 1.5h drive from Hangzhou/Shanghai, or train to "Haiyan West Station" + taxi.
✅ Outfits: Light colors for seaside, Hanfu for Qiyuan!
✅ Heads-up: Nanbei Lake dining is mediocre—pack snacks.
✅ Hidden Gem: Dawn at Fish Scale Seawall to watch fishermen’s nets, pure local vibes!

✨ "Salt"-disciplined but "sweet"-hearted, Haiyan’s slow living awaits your discovery~