Wenzhou trip report: Not recommended (unless you enjoy near-death experiences)
by Thrive_234_Mitchell
Mar 5, 2025
Who says Wenzhou is just about leather factories? The hidden beauty of its mountains and seas will take your breath away! Follow this guide to unlock unique ways to explore Wenzhou~
Recommended Itinerary (4 Days 3 Nights)
Day 1: Colorful Romance of Dongtou Islands
Morning: Visit Dongtou Little Erhai Lake, featuring red and white lighthouses + seaside swings. Get that perfect Japanese filter photo! Navigate to "Huagang Bridge" to find it.
Afternoon: Stroll through the Rainbow Oil Painting Village with its macaron-colored houses + 3D murals. Every corner is a surprise! Tip: Wear a light-colored dress for that artistic photo shoot~
Dinner: Must-try dishes at seafood restaurants include Yellow Croaker Fish Balls and Cat's Ears (Wenzhou-style glutinous rice balls) - so fresh it'll make your taste buds tingle!
Day 2: Ancient Village Rafting at Nanxi River
Morning: Take a bamboo raft down Nanxi River. The water is crystal clear to the bottom, with picturesque ancient villages on both banks. Recommended: Wear hanfu for photos - maximum ethereal vibes!
Afternoon: Explore Linkeng Ancient Village with its century-old stone houses + bubbling streams, like stepping back into the Ming and Qing dynasties. Don't miss the crispy wheat cakes sold by the elderly lady at the village entrance!
Day 3: Chasing Blue Tears at Nanji Island
Full day: Take a boat to Nanji Island (book tickets in advance!). Dashaao Beach has sand as white and fine as salt, and the sunrise at Sanpanwei is breathtaking! Between May and August, you might encounter "blue tears" - bioluminescent waves that glow at night, creating a romantic spectacle.
Day 4: City Walk in Downtown
Morning: Visit Wuma Street for Dengzhan Cake and Pig Intestine Rice Noodles, check out the Republic-era architecture.
Afternoon: Visit Jiangxin Island, known as the "Island of Poetry," where Song Dynasty gardens and pagodas reflect in the Ou River - perfect for art lovers!
Recommended Accommodation
Dongtou Haitian Zuoshe: A pure white guesthouse on the cliff with 270° ocean views (around CNY 600/night).
Nanji Island Mitu Houlong: A cave hotel where you can watch waves from your bed (around CNY 1,200/night).
Tips:
① Nanji Island ferry tickets are in high demand. Book 3 days ahead through "Nanji Ferry."
② Wenzhou snacks are mild - add local chili sauce for that extra kick!
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