Summary of Zhouzhuang during National Day ~ Can also be used as a reference during the off-season!

Preface:
1. I've visited Mudu, Luzhi, Tongli, and Zhouzhuang, and Zhouzhuang ranks first in my heart! 👍🏻 It's definitely worth visiting Zhouzhuang on a non-holiday basis.
2. Before October 8, 2025, the Zhouzhuang Night Tour begins. The program is on the last page 👉🏻. Shen Hall and Zhang Hall will also be open at night. Admission should close at 4:30 PM on weekdays. Free admission after 9 PM during the night tour. Free admission after 5 PM on weekdays.
3. Navigate to the Zhouzhuang Ancient Town East Side Parking Lot (using Baidu). 🅿️ Free parking.
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🌟4-Hour Tour of the Ancient Town✨
⏰ Short on time and a lot to do? This way you can earn your money back!
Designed specifically for those arriving in Baozi in the evening, this is the perfect way to avoid the crowds and enjoy the romantic waterside scenery to yourself!
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📅 Streamlined Timeline (4:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
📍 4:00 PM Express Entry
✅ Crucial Step! Purchase your tickets online in advance (approximately 88 RMB) and redeem them on-site with a QR code. 🎫
📍 4:15 PM - 5:30 PM: Seize the last chance to explore the indoor attractions!
👉 Head straight to [Chen Hall] (last admission: 5:00 PM)
· A must-see at the "Millionaire's House"! Step into "Songmao Hall" to admire the exquisite carvings and touch the "Cornucopia" for a touch of prosperity. 💰
👉 Stop by [Zhang Hall] (last admission: 5:00 PM)
· Experience the ingenious "boats passing by" layout; the back garden is a great place for photo opportunities. 📸
→ Hurry! Both halls close at 5:00 PM!
📍 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Dinner and a leisurely stroll
🍽Must-do: Find a riverside restaurant
·Recommended dishes: Wansan pig's trotters (a must-try!), saltwater river shrimp, and grandma's dish
·Watch the boats go by and the lanterns gradually light up – the atmosphere is simply stunning! 🌄
📍 6:30 PM - 7:10 PM [Night Cruise] The core experience!
🚣♀️A visit to Zhouzhuang without a boat ride is a complete waste!
·Head to the pier near the Shen Hall (popular, easy to share a boat)
·220 RMB per boat (accommodates 1-6 people), feel free to share a boat with other tourists for under 40 RMB per person!
·20-minute boat ride, with swaying lights and the faint singing of boat girls – a truly magical water town experience!
📍 7:10 PM - 7:40 PM Check out the landmarks at night
📸Time for great photos!
· Shuangqiao: Zhouzhuang's signature attraction, its nighttime illuminations are breathtaking.
· Fu'an Bridge: Expansive views overlooking the vibrantly lit ancient town.
· Much less crowded than during the day, making it easy to capture stunning photos with a sense of emptiness!
📍 7:40 PM - 8:00 PM: Final stroll and farewell.
· Slowly walk towards the exit and experience the tranquility of Zhouzhuang at night.
· Grab some souvenirs: Sock-bottom pastries and vacuum-packed Wansan pig's trotters.
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💡 Babysitter Tips:
▪️ Transportation: Plan your return time! Check the last bus/taxi departures in advance!
▪️ Outfit: Flats! Flats! Flats! Warning about cobblestone roads ⚠️
▪️ Accommodation: Anyi Hotel 🏨 is located in Guanqian Street, offering everything you need for shopping, dining, and delicious food!
▪️ Budget: Entrance fee of 88r + dinner per person of 60r + boat ride of 40r – all within 200r!
"Zhouzhuang at night is the true tenderness of Jiangnan."
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