Huishan Ancient Town Travel Guide and Tips

📝Preparation:

• 🎟️Ticket policy: No ticket is required for Huishan Ancient Town, but tickets are required for Jichang Garden, Xihui Park, etc. Check ticket prices and discounts in advance.

• ⏰Plan your visit: Avoid weekends and holidays, and visit on weekdays or during the off-season for a quieter experience.

🚗Transportation:

• 🚇Public transportation: Take Metro Line 4 to Huishan Ancient Town Station, and take Exit 6; or take a city bus.

• 🚗Driving: Parking is limited in the ancient town. Navigate to Huishan Scenic Area Parking Lot. Parking costs CNY 15 per time on weekdays and CNY 30 per time on holidays.

🏯Attractions:

• 🏯Huishan Temple: A thousand-year-old temple with a rich Buddhist culture, open from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

• 🌳Jichang Garden: A representative Jiangnan garden with a delicate layout, open from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm.

• 💧Second Spring under Heaven: Clear spring water and ancient buildings, open all day.

• 🎭China Clay Figurine Museum: Collects clay figurines, learn about clay sculpture art, and enjoy DIY fun.

🍽️Food:

• 🍜Try local snacks: Huishan tofu pudding, Huishan pastry, Wuxi soup dumplings, Sanxian wontons, etc. Ask locals or the tourist information center.

• 🚫Pay attention to food hygiene: When choosing snacks, check the ingredients and hygiene conditions, and avoid unlicensed food.

🛍️Shopping tips:

• 🔍Check product quality: When buying souvenirs, pay attention to quality and price, and avoid inferior or overpriced products.

• 🏬Choose regular stores: Buy from regular stores and keep your receipts for protection.