2.5h Drive from Shanghai! Siming Mountain Oxygen and Kids Outing Guide for Working People’s Weekend Escape

Who knew! Such a hidden gem for kids outings in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai✨
Drive 2.5 hours from Shanghai straight to Yuyao Siming Mountain, with mountains, water, and delicious food. Zero entrance fees all the way, fewer people, beautiful scenery—perfect for kids to breathe fresh air and burn energy!

📍Nanny-level self-driving route (no backtracking):
Shishan Shaomai → Shanbianbian Tea & Coffee Shop → Siming Lake Redwood Forest → Baishuichong Waterfall → Siming Mountain Viewing Platform → Bailu Shifeng Viewing Platform → Luting Zhongcun

🌰Must-visit spots (tested and no disappointment):
✅ Shishan Shaomai: On the way from Shanghai, a must-stop! Thin-skinned, juicy shaomai + overflowing local mixed noodles, about 30+ RMB per person to eat until full, kids even had 2 bowls each~
✅ Shanbianbian Tea & Coffee Shop: A surprisingly divine scenic spot! Drink coffee and sunbathe facing Siming Lake, kids run freely on the lawn, adults take a moment to relax and zone out
✅ Siming Lake Redwood Forest: Stunning on sunny days! Redwoods reflected on the lake look like an oil painting, every snap is a “Little Altay of Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai” blockbuster, kids chase the light spots for perfect shots
✅ Baishuichong Waterfall: A must-go with kids! Clear water to step in and catch little fish, remember to bring slippers and change of clothes, kids won’t want to leave
✅ Double Viewing Platforms: Park by the roadside and snap photos! Siming Mountain Viewing Platform offers panoramic mountain views, Bailu Shifeng Viewing Platform’s glass walkway is perfect for distant views, the mountain breeze is super healing
✅ Luting Zhongcun: Afternoon healing moment! In the ancient village, kids chase ducks and play in the river, adults drink tea and daydream under the shade, time slows down

💡Practical tips for outings with kids:

1. Attractions are scattered and hard to taxi between, self-driving is preferred; watch out for many mountain curves and drive slowly
2. Zero entrance fees + free parking all the way, great value for money
3. Bring an extra set of clothes for kids, water play can get them wet
4. Big temperature difference in the mountains, bring a light jacket