Nantong Nanny-Level Guide to Explore Stunning Attractions

🗺️Nantong Two-Day Tour | Langshan and Haohe · Suitable for All Groups

Introduction

Enjoy two days in Nantong! Accompany your parents to Langshan to experience the profound Buddhist culture, stroll along Haohe with friends to admire the water town night scenery, and interact closely with animals at the zoo with your children. The whole family can gain abundant happiness and beautiful memories.

🗓️Itinerary Overview

Day 1: Langshan Scenic Area → Haohe Scenic Area → Bell Tower Square
Day 2: Nantong Forest Wildlife Zoo → Return trip

🏞️Day 1: Mountain Climbing and Scenic Views · Exploring the Charm of Haohe

📍Langshan Scenic Area (4A, ticket 70 RMB)

- Highlights: Known as the top of the "Eight Small Famous Mountains" in Chinese Buddhism, the mountain is not high but majestic. Temples along the way are bustling with incense. From the summit, you can take in the magnificent view of the Yangtze River. Elderly can worship and pray, children can learn about Buddhist culture.
- 🕙Opening Hours: 6:00-17:30, recommended to arrive around 9 AM to avoid morning exercise crowds
- 💰Discounts: Half price for seniors aged 60-69, free for those over 70; children under 1.4 meters free
- 📸Photo Spots: Wangjiang Pavilion (captures the Yangtze River, autumn forest, and temples in one frame); summit overlooking the Yangtze River
- 💡Tips: For elderly and children, taking the cable car up and down is recommended; there is a vegetarian restaurant at the foot of the mountain serving light and tasty vegetarian dishes
- 🍖Recommended Dining: “Meilin Chunxiao” at the foot of Langshan, must-try Langshan chicken and clam steamed egg, corn cake suitable for kids, about 80 RMB per person

📍Haohe Scenic Area (free, boat ticket 60 RMB)

- Highlights: A thousand-year-old moat known as the "Emerald Necklace of Nantong," with many ancient sites and celebrity residences on both banks. Taking a boat ride offers views of a water town reminiscent of the Oriental Venice.
- 🕙Opening Hours: Open all day, recommended to take the boat between 16:00-17:00 for the best light and shadow effects
- 📸Photo Spots: On the boat (with ancient buildings on both banks as background); Behao Bridge (for panoramic views of Haohe)
- 💡Tips: Haohe night light show is open from Friday to Sunday, the night scenery is also beautiful

📍Bell Tower Square (free)

- Highlights: A blend of European architecture and Chinese streets. At dusk, the sunset casts a warm glow on the bell tower, creating a great atmosphere, perfect for a post-dinner stroll.
- 🕙Recommended time: 19:00-20:00
- 🍖Recommended Dining: Nearby “Siyi Pastry Shop,” featuring crab roe soup dumplings and spicy dumplings, about 30 RMB per person
- 🏨Accommodation Recommendation: Overseas Chinese Hotel near Haohe, close to the subway entrance, convenient transportation, gym available, spacious and bright rooms, 400-600 RMB per night

🐒Day 2: Animal Carnival · Happy Return

📍Nantong Forest Wildlife Zoo (ticket 170 RMB)

- Highlights: Interact with free-range deer, alpacas, camels, and other animals, as well as rare animals like giant pandas. It has both a drive-through area and a walking area, making it an excellent place for family trips.
- 🕙Opening Hours: 9:00-17:00, recommended to arrive early when animals are more active
- 💰Discounts: Seniors and children have discounts, subject to the zoo’s policy
- 📸Photo Spots: Close contact areas in the drive-through zone; giraffe feeding spot
- 💡Tips: You can bring carrots or other food to feed the animals, but do not feed animals that are prohibited; parents should keep an eye on their children at all times
- 🍖Recommended Dining: The zoo has a snack plaza offering burgers, grilled sausages, and other simple meals, about 40 RMB per person

✨Nantong Survival Guide

1️⃣Transportation: Public buses in Nantong are convenient, mostly 1 RMB per ride; taxi starting fare is about 8 RMB; shared bikes are available for riding around the old town.
2️⃣Clothing: In spring, wear long-sleeve shirts and light jackets for easy movement; summer calls for short sleeves and shorts with sun protection; autumn requires long-sleeve T-shirts and pants with a light windbreaker; winter needs down jackets and thick sweaters for warmth.
3️⃣Taboos: Keep quiet inside temples, avoid loud noises; do not touch exhibits in museums and similar places.
4️⃣Accommodation: For families with elderly and children, hotels near Haohe or the zoo are recommended for convenient travel and rest.

🛍️Must-Buy Souvenirs

① Xiting Crispy Cake (20 RMB/bag, crispy and fragrant, suitable for all ages)
② Rugao Dong Sugar (15 RMB/box, crispy, sweet, melts in your mouth)
③ Blue Printed Fabric Products (small scarves 30 RMB each, characteristic of Nantong, can be used as decoration)

Closing Interaction

Nantong, this river and sea city, is full of surprises and beauty everywhere. If you come to Nantong, would you rather row a boat with friends on Haohe or take your children to see animals at the zoo?