Stop only knowing Taizhou! Sanmen is the real GOAT

Babes, today I want to recommend a hidden gem travel destination—Sanmen, Taizhou. Here you’ll find stunning sea views, quaint ancient villages, and seafood that will make your taste buds dance. It’s truly a “hidden pearl” in the travel world. Before it gets overcrowded, quickly save this guide👇

🚗【Transportation】

1. High-speed rail: Highly recommended! Sanmen County has a high-speed rail station. From Hangzhou or Ningbo, it takes just 1-2 hours to get there directly. From Shanghai, it’s only about 3 hours. Enjoy the scenery outside the window along the way—easy and pleasant.
2. Self-driving: The coastal highway offers breathtaking views, with endless sea and vast tidal flats along the route. Driving allows you to stop anytime at scenic viewpoints to feel the sea breeze, take beautiful photos, and enjoy a free-spirited journey. But be aware that highways may be congested during holidays, so plan your travel time in advance.

🏠【Accommodation】

1. Sanmen Bay Radisson Plaza Hotel🌟🌟🌟🌟: Right by the sea with an excellent location, spacious and bright rooms, and new, complete facilities. Open your curtains in the morning to see the sparkling sea. Prices range from 400 to 800 RMB per night. Remember to book early during peak season~
2. Panjia Town Farmhouse🌟🌟🌟: For those who love rural life, this is a must! Open the window to green waters and mountains, fall asleep to the sound of insects, and wake up to birdsong, feeling like you’re in a paradise. Around 200 to 300 RMB per night, with authentic farmhouse dishes—great value for money.

🌟【Attractions】

1. Shepan Island🦅: A national 4A-level scenic spot, known as the “Island of a Thousand Caves.” Don’t miss the Wildman Cave and Pirate Village on the island, where you can experience unique quarrying culture and mysterious pirate culture. Walking into the caves feels like traveling back in time to experience history’s vicissitudes. There’s also a mud sliding park on the tidal flats for endless fun. Tickets cost 80-100 RMB, definitely worth it.
2. Muqiao Beach🏖️: Free entry! The sand is as fine as flour, and the sea water is crystal clear—perfect for watching sunrises and sunsets. In the morning, the sun slowly rises from the horizon, turning the whole beach golden; in the evening, stroll along the beach under the sunset glow—extremely romantic. There are many seafood stalls nearby, so after playing, you can feast to your heart’s content.
3. Dongping Ancient Village🏮: With over 600 years of history, it’s called the “Museum of Traditional Eastern Zhejiang Residences.” Walk on cobblestone alleys, visit quaint courtyard houses, and feel the peaceful passage of time. The village’s Red Wedding Museum is also worth a visit to learn about the unique wedding customs of Eastern Zhejiang.
4. Hengdu Art Museum🎨: This countryside art museum is stunning, with white buildings set against golden rice fields—every photo is a hit. Various art exhibitions are held irregularly, so art lovers must not miss it. Here you can fully enjoy the perfect blend of art and rural life.

🍱【Food】

1. Sanmen Green Crab🦀: A must-try in Sanmen! Large, meaty, and full of roe, best steamed to preserve its original flavor. The crab meat is tender, and the roe rich—one bite brings pure happiness. Recommended: Yangji Seafood Restaurant, affordable and authentic.
2. Maijiao🥙: Like an extra-large spring roll, thin and soft dough wrapped around rice flour, bean sprouts, shredded potatoes, and other veggies, then pan-fried to golden crispiness. Rich in texture and super satisfying. Available at street stalls for 5-10 RMB each.
3. Wangchao🐙: Featured on "A Bite of China," small but firm in texture. Steamed and dipped in soy sauce and vinegar, it’s crispy and flavorful—perfect as a drinking snack. Lao Sanmen Restaurant’s Wangchao is excellent.
4. Songhua Cake🥮: A traditional Sanmen snack made from pine pollen and glutinous rice flour, with a strong pine aroma, sweet but not greasy. One bite and you’ll fall in love. Street stalls sell them for 2-3 RMB each.

📅【Itinerary Planning】

- Two-day trip🚶‍♀️
Day 1: Arrive in Sanmen in the morning, head straight to Shepan Island to explore Wildman Cave and Pirate Village; have a seafood feast on the island at noon; spend the afternoon playing at the mud sliding park; return to the county town in the evening to enjoy green crab and wangchao at seafood stalls, experiencing the charm of Sanmen’s seafood.
Day 2: Get up early to watch the sunrise at Muqiao Beach, stroll through Dongping Ancient Village in the morning to feel the historical atmosphere; have authentic farmhouse dishes at a village farmhouse for lunch; visit Hengdu Art Museum in the afternoon to enjoy the collision of art and countryside, then head back.

- Three-day trip🚶‍♂️
Based on the two-day trip, on the third day go to Panjia Town, stroll along Shuifang Street, walk the Lovers’ Valley Glass Bridge, and try the thrilling couple’s dual slide. Have farmhouse dishes in town for lunch, then return home satisfied in the afternoon.

⚠【Helpful Tips】

1. Don’t drink ice-cold beer when eating seafood—it can upset your stomach. Pair it with ginger tea to warm up and aid digestion.
2. Bring sunscreen to the beach; UV rays by the sea are very strong, so be careful not to get sunburned.
3. Shepan Island has many mosquitoes and insects, so remember to bring insect repellent to avoid being “attacked.”

Sanmen is truly a treasure little town, with seafood and scenery that intoxicate. Babes, start planning your trip now!