First time in Yangzhou? Come and see the misty and rainy Jiangnan!

Take a spontaneous trip to Yangzhou! This 3-day, 2-night in-depth travel guide includes Slender West Lake, He Garden, and morning tea. Route Day 1 He Garden ➡️ Pishi Street (14-minute walk) Pishi Street ➡️ Ge Garden (14-minute walk) Ge Garden ➡️ Dongguan Street (6-minute walk) - He Garden: Admission is CNY 48. Open from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm. This private garden with a Republic of China style is unique, combining Chinese and Western architectural styles. The arched doorways are full of charm, making it a great place to take photos. - Pishi Street: Free to visit. Open all day. The street is lined with trendy shops, popular restaurants, and cafes. It's a great place to slow down and stroll around to experience the artistic atmosphere of Yangzhou. - Ge Garden: Admission is CNY 45. Open from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm. As one of the four famous gardens in China, Ge Garden is full of poetic charm. Strolling through the garden, you can experience the poetic life of a classical garden. - Dongguan Street: Free to visit. Open all day. This is the most representative historical street in Yangzhou. The bluestone alleys and white walls with black tiles show the ancient charm of Yangzhou. Day 2 Grand Canal Museum ➡️ Guanyin Mountain (27-minute taxi ride) Guanyin Mountain ➡️ Daming Temple (7-minute walk) Daming Temple ➡️ Slender West Lake (10-minute walk) - Grand Canal Museum: Free to visit. Open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm (closed on Mondays). Reservations must be made one week in advance on the official WeChat account. The museum has many exhibition halls and is large in scale. It is known as the "encyclopedia" of the Grand Canal and allows you to learn about the history and culture of the Grand Canal. - Guanyin Mountain: Free to visit. Open from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. The buildings on the mountain are scattered. Standing on the top, you can overlook the beautiful scenery of Slender West Lake and the city. - Daming Temple: Admission is CNY 45. Open from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Climb to the top of the tower to overlook the panoramic view of Daming Temple and the beautiful scenery of Slender West Lake and Yangzhou. - Slender West Lake: Daytime admission is CNY 100. Nighttime admission is CNY 120. Open from 6:00 am to 9:30 pm (nighttime admission starts at 7:00 pm). Slender West Lake is beautiful and full of charm. It is a must-see tourist destination in Yangzhou. Day 3 Tianning Temple ➡️ Shi Kefa Memorial Hall (4-minute walk) Shi Kefa Memorial Hall ➡️ Siwang Pavilion (13-minute walk) Siwang Pavilion ➡️ Wenchang Pavilion (5-minute walk) - Tianning Temple: Free to visit. Open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. This is a hidden gem. The red walls and glazed tiles have witnessed the changes of time and are full of a sense of history. - Shi Kefa Memorial Hall: Free to visit. Open from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. The museum has a collection of many calligraphy works. There is also a small garden behind the museum, which is suitable for visitors who like calligraphy and gardens. - Siwang Pavilion: Free to visit. Open all day. There is a saying that "a wooden pavilion was built to watch the city". The light is good in the afternoon, making it a great place to take photos. - Wenchang Pavilion: Free to visit. Open from 6:00 am to 9:30 pm (nighttime admission starts at 7:00 pm). As a landmark building in Yangzhou, Wenchang Pavilion is built in the style of Kui Xing Tower and is worth seeing. Food Recommendations Yangzhou has many delicious foods that you can't miss. Osmanthus lotus root starch and glutinous rice lotus root are sweet but not greasy. Huangqiao sesame seed cakes are crispy and delicious. Salted goose is tender. Shrimp wontons and pickled vegetable noodles are delicious. Crab roe soup dumplings are rich in soup. Fermented rice balls are sweet and soft. Every bite is the taste of Yangzhou. Accommodation Recommendations - Near Dongguan Street: Convenient transportation. It is convenient to go to scenic spots or find food. - Near Slender West Lake: Hotel prices are affordable and cost-effective. You can also enjoy the beautiful scenery of Slender West Lake up close. - Near Wenchang Pavilion: It is convenient to go to Slender West Lake, Daming Temple, Grand Canal Museum, He Garden, and other attractions.