Shanghai, Suzhou, Wuzhen, Hangzhou 9-day itinerary
Best season: March to May, September to November
Route Overview
Tips
D1
Travel Tips
After arriving in Shanghai in the morning, first go to the hotel to check in. After a short rest, head to the City God Temple to taste the various characteristic snacks of Shanghai, and then visit the Yu Garden, a classical garden in Jiangnan style. In the afternoon, visit the most famous commercial district in Shanghai to stroll through the department stores and old brand shops. In the evening, go to the Bund to enjoy the World Architecture Expo and the famous Waibaidu Bridge, known for the TV series "Romance in the Rain."
Shanghai City God Temple Tourist Area
Lu Bo Lang (Yu Garden Road Store)
Yuyuan Garden
Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street
Xiao Yang Sheng Jian (Huanghe Road)
The Bund
Transportation Guide
How to get to Shanghai: There are many ways to reach Shanghai, such as: airplanes, trains, buses, etc., it is convenient to arrive in Shanghai from any city. Transportation within Shanghai: It is recommended to take the subway or public transportation within Shanghai, which is convenient, fast, and cost-effective. To travel from Yu Garden to Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, take the subway for about 20 minutes, get on the Metro Line 10 (heading towards Xinjiangwan City) at Yu Garden, and get off at Nanjing East Road Station.
Dining Guide
Shanghai's characteristic cuisine includes: Sheng Jian (pan-fried buns), soup dumplings, small steamed buns, braised pork, and white-cut chicken. For lunch, it is recommended to eat at the snack street of the City God Temple, and for dinner, you can choose either Nanjing Road or the Bund, where there are many food options available.
Lu Bo Lang (Yu Garden Road Store)
Time-Honored Brand
Shanghai Old Restaurant (Yu Garden Store)
Shanghai Cuisine
Nanxiang Steamed Buns (City God Temple Store)
Snacks
Xiao Yang Sheng Jian (Huanghe Road)
Pan-fried Dumplings
Xin Bailu Restaurant (Oriental Shopping Mall Store)
Local Cuisine
Accommodation Tips
• Iconic city center with surrounding classic attractions: Nanjing Road Walking Street, City God Temple. There are also several subway lines running through it. • Here you can shop, taste delicious food, and experience the authentic Shanghai culture.
D2
Travel Tips
Today's itinerary starts with a visit to the China Pavilion of the former World Expo - the China Art Palace, where the Shanghai Art Museum has now relocated, offering a large number of collections to appreciate. Then, visit Tianzifang, the most distinctive alleyway in Shanghai, and in the evening, you can go to Xintiandi for shopping.
China Art Palace
Tianzifang
Shanghai Xintiandi (Ma Dang Road)
Transportation Guide
From China Art Museum to Tianzifang, it takes about 30 minutes by subway, take the subway line 8 from China Art Museum, transfer to line 9 at Lujiabang Road, and get off at Dapuqiao Station (Exit 1). From Tianzifang to Xintiandi, it takes about 20 minutes by subway, take the subway line 13 from Madang Road Station, and get off at Xintiandi Station (Exit 6).
Dining Guide
For lunch, it is recommended to eat around the China Art Museum, and for dinner, dine in Xintiandi, where there is a rich variety of food, and you can also try authentic Shanghai cuisine.
Xinghua Lou (Chang Li Store)
Time-Honored Brand
Shu Fu (World Expo Store)
Sichuan Cuisine
Shanghai No.1 Private Collection Cuisine (Huangpu Store)
Shanghai Cuisine
Accommodation Tips
• Iconic city center with surrounding classic attractions: Nanjing Road Walking Street, City God Temple. There are also several subway lines running through it. • Here you can shop, taste delicious food, and experience the authentic Shanghai culture.
D3
Travel Tips
Today, first pack up your luggage and store it at the hotel. In the morning, visit Madame Tussauds Wax Museum to see the wax figures and take photos with them. Then, visit the world-renowned financial center of Lujiazui, where the famous Jin Mao Tower and the Oriental Pearl Tower are located. In the evening, you can also enjoy the night view here. After dinner, take a high-speed train for about 30 minutes to Suzhou, get off and take a taxi to the hotel, and then you can rest.
Shanghai Madame Tussauds Wax Museum
Lujiazui
Oriental Pearl Tower
Transportation Guide
It is recommended to take the subway or public transportation within Shanghai, which is convenient, fast, and cost-effective. To travel from Madame Tussauds Wax Museum to Lujiazui, take the subway for about 20 minutes, get on the Metro Line 2 (heading towards Guanglan Road) at People's Square Station, and get off at Lujiazui Station. From People's Square to Shanghai Station, collect your luggage and take a taxi or the Metro Line 1, which will get you there in about 20 minutes. Transportation from Shanghai to Suzhou: From Shanghai Station to Suzhou, it takes about 30 minutes by high-speed train in the evening. After getting off the train, take a taxi to the hotel, which takes about 10 minutes to reach the hotel near Guanqian Street.
Dining Guide
For lunch, it is recommended to eat around Madame Tussauds, and for dinner, you can choose to dine near Lujiazui, where there is a rich variety of food and you can also try authentic Shanghai cuisine.
Lao Kelei Shanghai Cuisine (Chuangxing Store)
Local Cuisine
Lao Sheng Chang Soup Dumpling House (Nanjing Road Store)
Snacks
Shanghai Xiao Nan Guo (Zhengda Plaza Store)
Shanghai Cuisine
Shanghai Grandma's Home Cooking Restaurant
Shanghai Cuisine
Oriental Pearl Tower Sky Revolving Restaurant
Buffet
Accommodation Tips
Guanqian Street is conveniently located, and it is easy to get to the surrounding major attractions. The most important thing is that there are many hotel options, so it is recommended to stay near Guanqian Street.
D4
Travel Tips
In the morning, first visit the Han Shan Temple, famous for the poem "Mooring by the Maple Bridge at Night", and then proceed to Tiger Hill, known as the "Number One Scenic Spot in Wu County". After having lunch near the scenic spot, start exploring the Qili Mountain Tang in the afternoon, where you can enjoy the scenery, taste delicious food, or go to the Shantang Kunqu Opera House to listen to Pingtan and Kunqu Opera. Additionally, the night view of Shantang is also very beautiful. Note that the Pingtan performance is from 14:00 to 16:00; Kunqu Opera: 19:30 to 22:00.
Hanshan Temple
Tiger Hill Scenic Area
Qili Shantang
De Yue Lou (Guanqian Store)
Shantang Kunqu Opera House
Transportation Guide
Suzhou's attractions are relatively concentrated, and the transportation is also well-developed, with most attractions accessible by public transport. From Hanshan Temple to Tiger Hill, take the No. 816 bus from Cong Fengqiao Station to Tiger Hill Road Station, then walk 210 meters to arrive. From Tiger Hill to Qili Shantang, take the Tour 1 South Line from the Tiger Hill Terminal to Guangji Bridge Station, then walk 830 meters to arrive.
Dining Guide
Suzhou has many famous dishes, such as Bi Luo Shrimp, Fresh Bamboo Shoots in Pickle, Mother Oil Chicken, and Green Fish Shaking Water, as well as snacks like Honey Tofu, Pine Nut Candy, and Rose Melon Seeds. For lunch, you can choose to be near Shantang Street in Tiger Hill, where you can enjoy the scenery while tasting delicious food. For dinner, choose to be near Guanqian Street, where there are many old and famous Suzhou-style restaurants.
Du Sanzhen (Shi Lu Head Store)
Snacks
Pan Ji Shu Cai Mutton Old Store
Hot Pot
De Yue Lou (Guanqian Store)
Suzhou Cuisine
Zhu Hongxing Noodle House (Guanqian Store)
Noodle Restaurant
Songhe Lou (Guanqian Street Store)
Suzhou Cuisine
Accommodation Tips
Guanqian Street is conveniently located, and it is easy to get to the surrounding major attractions. The most important thing is that there are many hotel options, so it is recommended to stay near Guanqian Street.
D5
Travel Tips
Start the day by visiting the representative garden of Suzhou, the Humble Administrator's Garden. The garden is divided into three parts: the eastern, central, and western sections, each with its own unique charm. It is recommended to visit in the order of the eastern, central, and then western sections. Then proceed to the Suzhou Museum designed by I.M. Pei (on weekends or during peak times, it is advisable to make an online reservation for a visitation time slot in advance). In the afternoon, head to the historic Pingjiang Road, where there are countless delicious foods and creative shops along both sides of the street. Finally, take a leisurely walk around Jinji Lake, which is best visited in the evening because the lake is most beautiful at sunset. Additionally, there is a musical fountain performance at Jinji Lake every Friday and Saturday evening from 20:00 to 20:30.
Zhuozheng Garden
Yuxingji Noodle House (Northwest Street Store)
Suzhou Museum
Pingjiang Road
Jinji Lake Scenic Area
Transportation Guide
The Humble Administrator's Garden is not far from the Suzhou Museum, and you can walk there. From the Suzhou Museum to Pingjiang Road, take the No. 202 bus from Suzhou Museum Station to the East District Hospital East Station, and then walk 770 meters to arrive. From Pingjiang Road to Jinji Lake, take the subway line 1 (Zhongnan Street direction) from Xiangmen Station to the East Gate Station (Exit 3), and then walk 460 meters to arrive.
Dining Guide
For lunch, choose to eat near the Humble Administrator's Garden, there are noodle restaurants, Suzhou cuisine, and special snacks for everyone to choose from. For dinner, choose near Jinji Lake, there are restaurants with various types of dishes.
Yuxingji Noodle House (Northwest Street Store)
Noodle Restaurant
Wu Men Ren Jia (Dong Pan Ru Xiang Store)
Suzhou Cuisine
Fox Family Handmade Sour Cheese (Pingjiang Road Store)
Handmade Sour Milk Cheese
Grandma's House (Impression City Store)
Suzhou Cuisine
Secret Food (Round Times Square Store)
Dessert
Accommodation Tips
Guanqian Street is conveniently located, it is very convenient to go to the surrounding major attractions, and the most important thing is that there are many hotel options, so it is recommended to stay near Guanqian Street at night.
D6
Travel Tips
Try to arrive in Wuzhen as early as possible in the morning and start by visiting the Dongzha. Don't miss the Hongyuan Tai dye workshop. After lunch, start visiting the Xizha, where the old post office and the Caomu Bense dye workshop are also good choices. After dark, find a bar and enjoy a drink in the charming night.
Jiangnan Hundred Beds Museum
Wuzhen Dongzhai Scenic Area - Jiangnan Folklore Museum
Hongyuan Tai Dyeing Workshop
Jiangnan Wood Carving Exhibition Hall
Wuzhen Dongzhai Scenic Area - Mao Dun's Former Residence
The Natural Dyeing Workshop
Wuzhen Xizhai Scenic Area - Zhaoming Academy
Wuzhen Xizhai Scenic Area - China Post (Wuzhen Post Office)
Wuzhen West Scenic Area - White Lotus Pagoda
Nuhong Street
Transportation Guide
Suzhou to Wuzhen transportation: Suzhou to Wuzhen: There are four direct buses from Suzhou to Wuzhen every day, departing from Suzhou North Square Station, passing through Suzhou South Station to Wuzhen. The stop time at North Square is 8:00, 10:30, 14:00, 16:45, and the stop time at Suzhou South Station is: 8:25, 10:55, 14:25, 17:10, with a ticket price of 34 yuan. Suzhou - Jiaxing - Wuzhen: There are buses from Suzhou North Bus Station to Jiaxing Passenger Transport Center every 30 to 40 minutes from 6:45 to 17:50 every day, with a ticket price of 27 yuan. After arriving in Jiaxing, you can transfer to Wuzhen. Jiaxing Passenger Transport Center has a bus to Wuzhen every 20 to 30 minutes from 7:20 to 17:30 every day, with a ticket price of 10 yuan. If you take a taxi from Jiaxing to Wuzhen, the cost is about 100 yuan. Contact information: 0573-82081660; 82095784. Internal transportation in Wuzhen: Dongzha and Xizha are about 1.5 kilometers apart. You can take the free shuttle bus between the service centers of the east and west gates, or you can choose to walk back and forth. In addition, there is also a rowing boat experience in the scenic area. You can share a boat and wait for the boat to set sail when it is full, or you can charter a boat for a tour, with prices around 40 yuan per person.
Dining Guide
In addition to various restaurants in Xizhan, many homestays also provide meals, and the prices are all regulated by the scenic area. However, each homestay does not have many tables. Whether for lunch or dinner, you can choose a homestay close to the water and enjoy the meal slowly.
Homestay 13 buildings
Local Specialty
Jin'an Private Cuisine
Local Specialty
The Republic of China era
Local Specialty
Silent Home
Local Specialty
Yusheng Restaurant
Local Specialty
Mao Lao Tai Stinky Tofu
Snacks
Jinji Pastry Shop
Snacks
Accommodation Tips
Wuzhen has a variety of accommodations to choose from according to different needs. Among them, the facilities in the West Street area are well-equipped and convenient, and you can enjoy the most beautiful night view of Wuzhen. It is recommended to stay in this area.
D7
Travel Tips
West Lake can be divided into three routes: the North Line, West Line, and South Line. Today, start by visiting part of the North Line and the West Line, beginning at the Broken Bridge where the White Lady and Xu Xian met, passing through the Bai Causeway to the picturesque Gushan, and not far from Gushan is the Qu Yuan Fenghe. After lunch, visit the Su Causeway, pass through the Su Causeway to the Flower Harbor Fish Viewing, and then go to the Mao Jia Bu scenic area, walking along the country roads while looking for delicious food. Bai Causeway and Su Causeway are most suitable for cycling, and there are public bicycle rental points nearby. It is recommended that tourists cycle on Bai Causeway and Su Causeway.
Broken Bridge in the Snow
Bai Causeway
Solitary Hill
Lou Wai Lou (West Lake Scenic Area Gushan Road Branch)
Lotus in the Breeze at the Courtyard of the Curved Yard
Su Causeway in Spring Dawn
Flower Harbor Fish Viewing
Maojiabu
Zhiwei Guan Taste Manor (Yanggong Causeway Store)
Transportation Guide
Wuzhen to Hangzhou transportation: Wuzhen-Hangzhou: Buses from Wuzhen to Hangzhou Passenger Transport Center station, from 6:25 in the morning to 18:25 in the evening, every half hour, ticket price: 27 yuan. Wuzhen-Tongxiang-Hangzhou: Buses from Wuzhen to Tongxiang every ten minutes, 20 minutes to Tongxiang, (Tongxiang-Hangzhou, 6:10-17:30 every 10 to 20 minutes). Internal transportation in Hangzhou: Hangzhou's public transportation is very convenient. For nearby attractions, you can walk or ride a bicycle. For farther attractions, you can choose public transportation or take a taxi. Today, for a lake tour, it is recommended to rent a bicycle or take a sightseeing bus (10 yuan per stop, 40 yuan for the whole journey, stop on demand). Many attractions in West Lake do not allow bicycles to enter, so park at the entrance, lock the bicycle, and continue to visit. From Flower Harbor Fish Viewing to Mao Jia Bu Scenic Area is about 2 kilometers, which is convenient to go on foot or by bike, or you can take bus 194/51/197 at Yu Hu Bay Station to Ding Jia Shan Scenic Area Station. Riding a shared bike for sightseeing is convenient and cost-effective.
Dining Guide
Hangzhou is known as the paradise of gourmet food, mainly focusing on Hangzhou cuisine, which prefers fish and shrimp in the diet. The cooking is light in grease and seasoning, with a tender texture and pure taste, and the color, aroma, and taste are all complete. At noon, you can enjoy lunch near Solitary Hill and Qu Yuan He Feng. Lou Wai Lou at the foot of Solitary Hill is a century-old shop, which is very popular and requires queuing. The fried dumpling shop near Qu Yuan He Feng is affordable and serves food quickly. For dinner, it is recommended to have it near Mao Jia Bu, where there are many restaurants with a romantic atmosphere, suitable for couples to have dinner together.
Lou Wai Lou (West Lake Scenic Area Gushan Road Branch)
Jiangsu and Zhejiang Cuisine
Xiao Yang Pan-fried Dumplings (Hangzhou Yuewang Temple)
Pan-fried Dumplings/Shaomai
Bite Not Gao Zu Sheng Jian (Yue Miao Branch)
Pan-fried Dumplings
Zhiwei Guan Taste Manor (Yanggong Causeway Store)
Jiangsu and Zhejiang Cuisine
Nongtangli (Longjing Road Branch)
Jiangsu and Zhejiang Cuisine
Accommodation Tips
There are all kinds of characteristic inns and star-rated hotels around West Lake, most of them are very romantic, and the transportation is convenient, with a lot of food, it is recommended to stay in this area.
D8
Travel Tips
Today, visit the south line of West Lake. In the morning, first go to Liu Lang Wen Ying, one of the ten scenes of West Lake, and then go to Leifeng Pagoda, which is said to have suppressed the White Snake. Have lunch near Leifeng Pagoda in the afternoon. Walk to Hua Gang Wharf to take a boat to the poetic and picturesque Three Ponds Reflecting the Moon. Then go to Wu Mountain Square to see the most eye-catching Chenghuang Pavilion, go to He Fang Street to see the night view and eat delicious food in the evening, and finally, make sure to see the dazzling music fountain before nine o'clock.
Liulang Wenying
Leifeng Pagoda
San Tan Yin Yue
Wushan Square
Hefang Street
West Lake - Scenic Area Musical Fountain
Transportation Guide
From Liu Lang Wen Ying to Leifeng Pagoda, take the No. 287 shuttle from Qingbo Gate Station to Jing Si Station, then walk 120 meters to arrive. From San Tan Yin Yue to Wu Shan Square, take the No. 31 on weekdays/No. 52 from Jing Si Station to Wu Shan Square to get off. From He Fang Street to West Lake Music Fountain, take No. 59 from Gulou Station to Dongpo Road Pinghai Road Intersection to get off.
Dining Guide
Lunch can be chosen near Leifeng Pagoda, where the temple has vegetarian meals, and there are many local specialty restaurants outside the temple. For dinner, it is recommended to solve it in the food street near He Fang Street, with a variety of Hangzhou specialty snacks on both sides of the street.
Hua Zhongcheng Ouxiangju Hotel
Jiangsu and Zhejiang Cuisine
. Hangzhou Lianhu Restaurant
Jiangsu and Zhejiang Cuisine
Zhiwei Guan (Wushan Square Branch)
Jiangsu and Zhejiang Cuisine
Xinbailu Restaurant (West Lake Yintai Store)
Jiangsu and Zhejiang Cuisine
Yaobudegaozushengjian (Gao Yin Street Store)
Pan-fried Dumplings
Accommodation Tips
There are all kinds of characteristic inns and star-rated hotels around West Lake, most of them are very romantic, and the transportation is convenient, with a lot of food, it is recommended to stay in this area.
D9
Travel Tips
In the morning, pack up your luggage and store it at the hotel. After breakfast, start visiting the Lingyin Scenic Area, visit the Feilai Peak, which can be compared with the Dazu Rock Carvings in Sichuan, then go to see the place where Ji Gong took refuge - Lingyin Temple, and finally go to Qiantang River to enjoy the scenery and experience the taste of Hangzhou City, which is surrounded by mountains and water. After Qiantang River, pick up the luggage and start the return trip.
Lingyin Feilai Peak
Lingyin Temple
Qiantang River Bridge
Transportation Guide
From Lingyin Temple to Qiantang River Bridge, take the Tour 2/Y2 bus from Lingyin Station to Su Di Station and then transfer to bus 4 (or 4, 334). Finally, get off at Qianjiang Bridge Station and walk 340 meters to the destination.
Dining Guide
There are many farmhouse restaurants in Longjing Village, all of which serve authentic Jiangsu and Zhejiang cuisine, and the prices are very affordable. It is recommended to have lunch here at noon. There are many restaurants near Qiantang River, including some old brands, where you can taste their signature dishes in the evening.
Green Tea (Longjing Road Branch)
Jiangsu and Zhejiang Cuisine
Longjing Restaurant
Jiangsu and Zhejiang Cuisine
Laolongjing Imperial Tea Garden (Laolongjing Store)
Home-cooked Dishes
Laotou'er Oil-burst Shrimp (Gushui Street Store)
Jiangsu and Zhejiang Cuisine
Kuiyuan Restaurant. Century-old Kuiyuan. Intangible Cultural Heritage (Liberation Road Store by West Lake).
Noodle Restaurant
Accommodation Tips
There are all kinds of characteristic inns and star-rated hotels around West Lake, most of them are very romantic, and the transportation is convenient, with a lot of food, it is recommended to stay in this area.