Jiaxing 1.5-Day Leisure Travel Guide｜Escape Shanghai in 30 Minutes

Want to avoid the crowds this weekend? Just copy this Jiaxing slow travel plan! Day 1 immerse yourself in the water town, Day 2 unlock cultural cuisine, the pace is super comfortable～

📍 Itinerary

🌿 Day 1 · Water Town Immersion

1. Nanhu Lake Heart Pavilion (14:30-16:00)
After arriving at Jiaxing Station, ride a shared electric bike for 10 minutes straight there, spend 20 yuan to take the Red Boat to the island, every snap of the Lake Heart Pavilion and Yan Yu Tower is a Jiangnan masterpiece 🌊
2. Nanhu Tiandi (16:10-16:50)
Stroll along the lake and enjoy the breeze, you might even encounter a sika deer! At 17:00 take the bus (purchase tickets via Baba Kuai Ba) directly to Xitang
3. Xitang Ancient Town (18:00-evening)
Key point! Free admission after 5 PM! The night tour with lights is amazing, try radish cake and stinky tofu, stay at the All Seasons Hotel right opposite for great convenience. Tips: Free admission before 8 AM, fewer people and better photo opportunities～

🍃 Day 2 · In-depth Cultural and Food Tour

1. Yuehe Historic District (11:00-12:30)
True Jiangnan with free admission! Must-eat salted egg yolk fresh meat zongzi, tea cake, and marinated goose, strolling through the Flower and Bird Market is super healing 💐
2. Catholic Church (12:30-13:00)
A 10-minute walk away, European-style architecture perfect for photos, right across is Zicheng Ruins Park
3. Jiaxing Museum (13:00-15:00)
Free entry with ID card, cool off and gain knowledge, the jellyfish exhibit is truly soothing 🪼
4. Jiaxing Botanical Garden (15:30-16:30)
No reservation needed, not many flowers but fewer people and fresh air, the pet-friendly café inside is a must-visit! The owner is super friendly, recommends the lemon soda, and you can pet cats and dogs～
5. Haogu Tower (17:00-18:00)
A must-do! Climb to the top for panoramic views and sunset 🌄, sit in the pavilion in the middle of the lake and feel the unique tranquility of Jiaxing, a perfect end to the trip～

📌 Practical Tips

- Choose Jiaxing Station! Closer to attractions, shared electric bikes are everywhere in the city, super convenient to ride around the ancient town 🛵
- For the lazy ones, take Didi; about 10 yuan within 5 km, around 20 yuan to Jiaxing South Station 8 km away
- 30-minute high-speed train direct, fewer people and low prices, Jiaxing’s slow life is really delightful, you’ll want to come back again and again!

👉 Click to save 🌟, just follow this plan for the weekend!