A Super Detailed Travel Guide to Yixing—Your Must-See Checklist
by SerenadeMandy
Apr 17, 2025
DAY 1: Classic Cultural Journey
💫 First Stop: Dongpo Academy (Address: Dingshu Town, Yixing City)
Explore the cultural marks left by Su Dongpo, 📸 the blue bricks and black tiles are perfect for photos! Experience the elegant life of literati~
💫 Second Stop: Shushan Ancient South Street (Address: Dingshu Town, Yixing City)
Stroll along the bluestone pavement, immerse yourself in the bustling atmosphere of the thousand-year-old pottery capital 🚶♀️ Don’t forget to check in at the popular pottery studio, where you can also DIY pottery!
🍢 Lunch Recommendation: Yingying Fried Snacks
A local favorite snack shop! Crispy on the outside and tender inside fried skewers with secret sauce, only about 30 RMB per person to eat until full 😋
💫 Afternoon Itinerary:
◆ Taoer Factory (Address: Dingshu Town, Yixing City)
A photo hotspot with industrial style! The rugged pottery kiln perfectly blends with art exhibitions, ⚱️ full of vintage vibes~
◆ Yaohu Town (Address: Zhangzhu Town, Yixing City)
A stunning resort town! Lake views + lawns + rainbow walkway 🌈 Every shot looks like an Instagram masterpiece!
🌊 Evening Surprise: Yaohu Four Seasons Water World
A cool summer carnival! 5D water curtain movie + magical light show ✨ Remember to book night tickets in advance~
📍DAY 2: Natural Bamboo Sea Stroll
Yixing Bamboo Sea Scenic Area (Address: Hupo Town, Yixing City)
🌿 Recommended duration: 4-5 hours
Walk through tens of thousands of acres of bamboo sea, take the cable car to the top to enjoy the sea of clouds ☁️ Don’t miss the popular glass plank road! Wearing light-colored clothes is recommended for better photos 📸
💡 Tips:
1️⃣ There are many mosquitoes in the Bamboo Sea Scenic Area, remember to bring mosquito repellent
2️⃣ Parking is free at Yaohu Town, arrive early on holidays
3️⃣ Prepare for sun protection in summer and bring enough drinking water
4️⃣ Pottery experience requires advance reservation
🌸 Do you like this kind of weekend trip? Save it now and go check it out!
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