The ultimate slow travel experience in Jinhua!

Jinhua slow travel at its best! Rice field café + Song Dynasty-style accommodation, so healing.

When you come to Jinhua, don’t just rush to Guzicheng! Hidden by the rice fields, "Under the Tree Café" paired with a Song Dynasty-style hotel maximizes the artistic and relaxed vibe—perfect for friends or couples to save✨

🌾 Rice Field Café: Step into a Studio Ghibli summer

A 20-minute drive from downtown to Jinshangtang Village leads you to this hidden gem café, surrounded by vast rice fields and old camphor trees. When the wind blows, the green waves roll—a truly soothing scene.

Must-try list (fail-proof picks)

• Osmanthus Latte: Freshly ground coffee beans combined with local osmanthus honey, rich aroma without being overly sweet, with exquisite latte art perfect for photos.

• Lime Sparkling Water: Refreshing and cleansing, the tartness of lime mixed with lively bubbles makes it super thirst-quenching in summer.

• Tiramisu: Ladyfingers soaked in coffee liqueur, with a dense texture that perfectly balances the coffee’s sweetness.

Photo spots & tips

• Best photo spots: Wooden tables and chairs under the old camphor tree, the viewing platform by the rice fields. After 5 PM, the sunset bathes the golden rice fields, and the blue hour atmosphere is perfect for photos.

• Hidden perk: Pet-friendly! The owner’s Maltese is super friendly and you can freely pet and interact with the dog.

• Tips: Recommended to visit after 3 PM to avoid the midday sun; parking is available roadside and easy to find with navigation.

🏮 Top accommodation choice: Yijing Song Hotel’s Elegant Residence

After enjoying coffee, head back to the city to stay at Yijing Song Hotel, just a 10-minute drive away, where you can switch to Song Dynasty elegance—peaceful and comfortable amidst the bustle.

Hotel highlights

• Immersive Song Dynasty vibe: Courtyard with flowing water and flying eaves, free rental of hanfu like ruqun and beizi for photoshoots, plus professional tea ceremony experiences on weekends.

• Thoughtful details: 90% white duck down bedding, Dyson hairdryer, L’Occitane toiletries, smart voice-controlled curtains and air conditioning—perfect for the lazy traveler.

• Warm service: Front desk offers hot tea and warm towels, butlers provide handwritten travel guides, and before bed, guests receive honey water and complimentary fruit.

Two-day, one-night itinerary suggestion

Day 1: Check in to the hotel in the afternoon and take hanfu courtyard photos → Head to Under the Tree Café at sunset to watch the rice fields → Return for Jinhua ham stewed tofu dinner.
Day 2: Enjoy Song-style breakfast at the hotel (recommended osmanthus cake) → Visit Guzicheng and Wanfo Pagoda → Pick up crisp pastries as souvenirs before heading home.

Steal a half-day of leisure at Under the Tree Café and unwind your fatigue at the Song-style hotel—this is the right way to travel in Jinhua! Hurry and invite your travel buddy to set off~

Post by MAKENZIE PENA | Oct 17, 2025