Two Days to Explore Xianju on a Budget

Taizhou Xianju｜Super Detailed Nanny-Level Guide📝 Just Copy It!
Going out to play nowadays, either you’re so crowded you can’t move your feet👣, or you spend a lot of money and still don’t fully enjoy it😅 But last weekend in Xianju, 2 days and 1 night cost me less than 500 yuan💰, not crowded and super fun! Today I’ll explain all the details clearly, 9 pictures can’t contain my happiness ah ah ah! 🥳

🌟Day 1 Itinerary:
⏰8:00 Arrive at Xianju South Station
🚖 Recommended to take a taxi to a guesthouse near the scenic area. I stayed at [Guesthouse near Shenxianju Scenic Area] (Address: South Gate of Shenxianju Scenic Area, Baita Town, Xianju County), 100+/night with a small balcony, window opens to mountain views🖼️, super worth it!

⛰️Shenxianju Scenic Area
📍Address: Baita Town, Xianju County, Taizhou City, Zhejiang Province
⏰Opening Hours: 7:30-16:00 (No entry after 16:00)
🎫Tickets: Buy online in advance for 99 yuan (110 yuan on site), cable car extra
✨Must-visit spots:
1️⃣ Nantian Peak Glass Viewing Platform
Legs will feel weak⚠️ but the photos are amazing! Sea of clouds + cliff dominating your social feed📸
2️⃣ Ruyi Bridge
Slightly sways for more atmosphere✨ The distant layered mountains are spectacular
3️⃣ Guanyin Peak
Full of fairy aura on foggy days☁️
4️⃣ Lotus Terrace
Best view! Capture your scenic masterpiece📷

✨Tips:
- Cable car is a must! Easier going down
- No entry after 4 PM

🌃 Evening visit to [Potan Ancient Town]
📍Address: Potan Township, Xianju County
🆓Free! Lantern street is super atmospheric🏮 Buy some local snacks to eat while walking

🌟Day 2 Itinerary:
🌊Option A: [Danzhu Leisure Valley]
📍Address: Danzhu Township, Xianju County
🆓Free water fun spot💦 Remember to bring slippers!
🚴Option B: [Yongan Creek Greenway] (I chose this)
📍Address: West Street, Xianju County Town
Rent a bike and ride super chill～ Watch the golden sunset shine on the creek in the evening🌅

🍴Food Recommendations:
[Xianju Family Feast]
📍Address: No. 18 Shenxianju Road, Baita Town, Xianju County
💰80 yuan per person to eat until full!
Must order:
✅ Shenxian Chicken (slow-cooked in clay pot, very flavorful)
✅ Yangmei Spare Ribs (sweet and sour, appetizing)
✅ Stone Mill Tofu (rich bean fragrance)
✅ Crispy Dried Fish (crispy and tasty)
✅ Osmanthus Braised Pork (fatty but not greasy)

🚗Transportation Guide:
High-speed rail to [Xianju South Station]
🚌 Bus 10 yuan/🚖 Taxi 80 yuan to the scenic area
Free shuttle bus inside the scenic area between north and south gates🚌

💡Travel Tips:
1️⃣ Buy tickets online in advance to save 10 yuan
2️⃣ Half price with student ID
3️⃣ Audio guides are more cost-effective than tour guides
4️⃣ Bring sunscreen + comfortable sports shoes