Travel in Tongxiang City, Jiaxing, Zhejiang
Tongxiang City, Jiaxing, Zhejiang — a microcosm of China's Jiangnan water town culture, featuring Wuzhen, Feng Zikai Memorial Hall, Fuyan Temple and other unique attractions. Experience the dual charm of water town scenery and cultural heritage in 2 days and 1 night.
Tongxiang City 2-Day 1-Night Water Town Cultural Tour
Ancient town roaming, cultural tracing, Zen experience, local specialty tasting
Visit Wuzhen Dongzha in the morning to experience authentic water town life; savor Wuzhen's local delicacies at noon; stroll through the alleys of Dongzha in the afternoon; enjoy the Xizha night view in the evening.
- Homestays within Xizha Scenic Area
- Inns around Dongzha
- Hotels in Wuzhen Town
- Characteristic water town guesthouses
- Wuzhen Mutton Noodles
- Dingsheng Cake
- Sanbai Liquor
- Hangbaiju Chrysanthemum Tea
- Gusao Cake (Sister-in-law Cake)
- Combo ticket for Dongzha & Xizha offers better value
- Don't miss the Xizha night view
- Wear comfortable non-slip shoes
- Take a Wupeng boat tour
Visit Feng Zikai Memorial Hall in the morning; savor Tongxiang's specialty dishes at noon; explore Fuyan Temple and Puyuan Ancient Town in the afternoon; conclude the trip in the evening.
- ~20 min drive from Tongxiang city center to Wuzhen
- Tourist shuttles connect attractions
- Self-driving offers more flexibility
- Wuzhen Dongzha: ¥110
- Wuzhen Xizha: ¥150
- Wuzhen Combo Ticket: ¥190
- Fuyan Temple: ¥20
- Puyuan Ancient Town: ¥50
- Wupeng boat ride in Wuzhen
- Hangbaiju chrysanthemum picking
- Feng Zikai cartoon sketching
- Hanfu photography in ancient town
Must-Try Foods in Tongxiang
Hangbaiju Chrysanthemum
A Tongxiang specialty and China National Geographical Indication product, known for its pure white flowers, rich aroma, and sweet mellow taste. It has heat-clearing, detoxifying, vision-improving, and energizing effects, making it a famous health drink.
Wuzhen Mutton Noodles
A traditional Tongxiang dish made with locally raised lake sheep, slow-cooked for hours with a unique recipe. The meat is tender and the broth is rich, served with handmade noodles — a perfect winter nourishment dish.
Gusao Cake (Sister-in-law Cake)
A traditional Wuzhen pastry, said to be named after its creation by a sister-in-law duo. It has a crispy texture, is sweet but not cloying, with a rich sesame aroma — a famous local snack.
Sanbai Liquor (Three-White Liquor)
A traditional famous liquor of Wuzhen, brewed from three grains — glutinous rice, sorghum, and wheat. It has a crystal-clear color, rich aroma, and mellow taste, making it an excellent choice for entertaining guests.
- Spring (Mar-May): Warm weather, ideal for ancient town strolls
- Autumn (Sep-Nov): Chrysanthemums in full bloom, join the Chrysanthemum Festival
- Winter (Dec-Feb): Fewer tourists, enjoy a tranquil water town
- Holidays: Expect large crowds, consider off-peak travel
- Night tour of Xizha to see the lights
- Take a Wupeng boat through the water town
- Savor Wuzhen mutton noodles
- Visit Mao Dun's Former Residence
- Shop for Hangbaiju chrysanthemum souvenirs
- Tickets & experiences: ~¥200-350
- Accommodation: ¥400-800 (1 night)
- Dining: ¥150-300/day
- Transportation: ¥100-200
- Total: ¥900-1800
- How to reach Tongxiang? → Tongxiang Railway Station has bus connections
- What's the difference between Dongzha and Xizha? → Dongzha is more authentic, Xizha has better night views
- When is Hangbaiju harvested? → October is the peak harvest season
- What are Tongxiang's specialties? → Hangbaiju, Gusao Cake, Sanbai Liquor, Wuzhen mutton