Zhouzhuang Water Town in Jiangnan | A Hassle-Free Summer Getaway with Kids from Shanghai

Follow this itinerary for a stress-free Zhouzhuang trip!

Day1️⃣
Arrive in Zhouzhuang in the afternoon (the homestay offers luggage shuttle service—super convenient!)
Itinerary: Twin Bridges → Ancient Stage → Zhang Hall → Shen Hall (Horse-Galloping Tower) → *Zhouzhuang: A Unique Encounter*
PS: Be sure to check the showtimes and book tickets in advance!

Day2️⃣
After breakfast at the homestay, head to the boat dock for a rowing boat ride 🛶🛶 to soak in the charm of the Jiangnan water town.
Also explore Zhenfeng Bridge, Milou Tower, Yuanfengshun, Traditional Cloth Workshop, and Su Embroidery Art Studio. Though less famous, these spots best represent the Ming-Qing era's riverside market culture.

🚕 Wrap up your trip and head home.

🥘🥘🥘 Zhouzhuang Food Recommendations

1️⃣ Misty Rain Homestyle Restaurant → Main meals
Authentic Suzhou cuisine, conveniently located near Yinzibang Ticket Checkpoint.
2️⃣ Xinzhenyuan → Snacks, must-tries: signature pan-fried shrimp buns & osmanthus red bean glutinous rice balls.
3️⃣ Local specialties
Wansan Braised Pork → Freshly made at Quanfu Food Shop
Sock-Bottom Crisps & Aozao Noodles

⛪⛪⛪ Room Recommendations

🔆🔆 *Shi Bai*: King-size 2m bed + 1.5m tatami
Includes a riverside terrace for sunbathing and photo ops—perfect for 2 adults + 2 kids.

🍃🍃 *San Qiu* & *Bu Wan*: Twin tatami rooms with two 1.35m beds (can be combined or separated) + a spacious terrace for gatherings or tea—pure bliss!!

✨✨✨ The homestay’s 1st-floor café is ideal for post-exploration relaxation. Sip an iced latte to jazz tunes—utterly refreshing! The heat outside? None of my concern. [Grin][Grin][Grin]

⚠️⚠️ Pro tip: Call the butler a few minutes before arriving at the parking lot—it’s scorching outdoors!

*Zhao Ye Homestay*—so stylish, comfy, and spotless, you’ll never want to check out! The staff’s warmth makes it a top recommendation!