Xiangyang Nanny-Level Guide to Explore Stunning Attractions

🗺️ Two-Day Tour of Xiangyang | Tang City and Xiangyang Ancient City · Suitable for All Groups

Introduction

Enjoy two days in Xiangyang! Take your parents to appreciate the weight of history, check in at popular spots with friends, explore wonders with your kids, and create beautiful memories for the whole family.

🗓️ Itinerary Overview

Day 1: Tang City Film and Television Base → Xiangyang 603 Cultural and Creative Park
Day 2: Xiangyang Ancient City (Zhaoming Tower - North Street - Linhan Gate) → Xiangyang Museum → Xijia Pool

🏮 Day 1: Splendor of the Tang Dynasty and Artistic Creativity

📍 Tang City Film and Television Base

- Highlights: A national 4A-level scenic spot featuring a large Tang-style architectural complex that recreates the prosperity of the Tang Dynasty. You can wear Hanfu for an immersive experience, as if traveling back to the Tang era, plus enjoy spectacular performances.
- 🕙 Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 10:00 PM. Recommended to visit around 3 PM to see both the daytime architecture and the nighttime light show.
- 💰 Admission: About 90 RMB for adults; half price for seniors aged 60-69; free for those over 70; free for children under 1.2 meters; half price for children 1.2-1.5 meters tall.
- 📸 Photo Spots: In front of Zhuque Corridor for grand gate and ancient architecture panoramas; near Huyu Tower for quaint streets and characters.
- 🍖 Nearby Recommendations: Many snack shops nearby where you can try Xiangyang’s specialty Yicheng prawns, about 50 RMB per person.

📍 Xiangyang 603 Cultural and Creative Park

- Highlights: Converted from an old factory, it houses many creative shops, art studios, and unique restaurants with a strong artistic atmosphere. Great for young people to check in and for kids to experience art and creativity.
- 🕙 Opening Hours: Open all day.
- 💰 Admission: Free.
- 📸 Photo Spots: Colorful graffiti walls for vibrant photos; large windows of the old factory for industrial-style shots.
- 🏨 Nearby Accommodation: Recommended All Seasons Hotel, located next to Baima Square, offering butler service, including buffet breakfast, free parking, gym, and laundry facilities, priced around 300-500 RMB per night.

🏯 Day 2: Strolling the Ancient City and Exploring History

📍 Xiangyang Ancient City (Zhaoming Tower - North Street - Linhan Gate)

- Highlights: Zhaoming Tower is a landmark of Xiangyang with panoramic views of the ancient city; North Street is quaint with many specialty shops; Linhan Gate is a key gate of the ancient city wall, one of the best-preserved ancient city walls in China, evoking the heroic spirit from Jin Yong’s novels.
- 🕙 Opening Hours: Open all day.
- 💰 Admission: Free.
- 📸 Photo Spots: Panoramic shots of the ancient city from Zhaoming Tower; photos with the city wall as background in front of Linhan Gate.
- 🍖 Nearby Recommendations: Wangfu Noodle House’s Xiangyang beef noodles are a must-try, with chewy noodles, tender beef, and rich broth, about 20 RMB per person.

📍 Xiangyang Museum

- Highlights: A national first-class museum with six major exhibition halls showcasing Xiangyang’s history from prehistoric times to the Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties. Features many high-tech interactive experiences, perfect for kids to learn history.
- 🕙 Opening Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, last entry at 4:30 PM, closed on Mondays.
- 💰 Admission: Free.
- 📸 Photo Spots: Precious artifacts in the large exhibition hall; kids interacting in the interactive zone.
- 💡 Tip: If visiting with children, check the museum’s official website in advance for guided tour times to help kids better understand the exhibits.

📍 Xijia Pool

- Highlights: The oldest private garden in China, with clear mountains and waters, lush trees, pavilions, corridors, and winding paths. Elderly visitors can enjoy leisurely walks, and children can learn about natural plants.
- 🕙 Opening Hours: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
- 💰 Admission: Free.
- 📸 Photo Spots: Garden water scenes near the pavilion by the pool; panoramic shots from the center of the ancient bridge.
- 💡 Tip: When visiting with elderly and children, watch out for slippery surfaces and avoid getting too close to the water.

✨ Xiangyang Survival Guide

1️⃣ Transportation: Public buses are convenient within the city, reaching most attractions with a fare of 2 RMB; taxis start at about 7 RMB, convenient for short trips; for larger groups, consider renting a car for about 300-400 RMB per day. Direct buses and taxis are available from Xiangyang East Station to downtown.
2️⃣ Clothing: Spring (March-May) wear light jackets, shirts, and jeans for comfort and versatility; summer (June-August) wear short sleeves and shorts, bring sunscreen and a light jacket for air-conditioned places; autumn (September-November) wear long-sleeve shirts, long pants, and a light windbreaker; winter (December-February) wear down jackets, thick sweaters, and fleece-lined pants.
3️⃣ Etiquette: Keep quiet in museums and similar places, do not touch exhibits; respect local customs, especially in traditional neighborhoods and religious sites.
4️⃣ Accommodation: To experience the ancient city atmosphere, choose inns inside Xiangyang Ancient City; for convenience, select hotels near commercial areas like Wanda in Fancheng, but check room soundproofing to ensure good rest.

🛍️ Must-Buy Souvenirs

① Xiangyang Big Head Cabbage, 10-20 RMB per bag, crisp and tender, suitable as a side dish or snack, easy to carry and store, great for friends and elders.
② Kongming Vegetable Gift Box, 30-50 RMB per box, available in various flavors, a specialty food of Xiangyang with exquisite packaging.
③ Cultural and Creative Silk Scarves, 80-150 RMB each, printed with Xiangyang’s attractions or cultural elements, beautiful and practical, loved by both adults and children.

Closing Interaction

The beauty of Xiangyang combines historical charm with modern vitality. If you come to Xiangyang, would you rather take beautiful photos with friends in Tang City or accompany your parents to feel the history in Xiangyang Ancient City?