Explore Shaoxing's cultural heritage through famous landmarks like Lu Xun's Former Residence, East Lake's stunning scenery, Orchid Pavilion's calligraphy legacy, and the Ancient Grand Canal's historic charm.

Explore the childhood home of China's greatest modern writer, including the traditional courtyard, memorial hall, and the famous Hundred Grass Garden mentioned in his works

🚗 Transportation: Take taxi or bus No. 8, 13, or 88 to Lu Xun Guluxiang station

💡 Tips: Purchase combined ticket for all sites in the complex. Audio guides available in multiple languages

Enjoy traditional Shaoxing cuisine at the century-old restaurant mentioned in Lu Xun's stories

🚗 Transportation: 5-minute walk from Lu Xun's residence

💡 Tips: Try their signature dishes and sample Shaoxing Yellow Wine, the restaurant's specialty

Take a traditional Wupeng boat ride along the ancient canal, passing under historic stone bridges and through old water towns

🚗 Transportation: Taxi to Canal Cruise Terminal (about 15 minutes from city center)

💡 Tips: Best light for photography is afternoon. Boat operators may offer blankets in cooler weather

Stroll through this well-preserved Ming and Qing dynasty street with traditional architecture, shops, and snack stalls

🚗 Transportation: 10-minute taxi ride from canal terminal

💡 Tips: Perfect time for street food sampling and souvenir shopping as lights come on

🥐 Breakfast: Traditional breakfast at hotel or local porridge shop with pickled vegetables and steamed buns

🍜 Lunch: Xianheng Restaurant - must try: Braised Pork Belly with Shaoxing wine, Steamed Fish with Fermented Rice

🍽️ Dinner: Local family restaurant near Cangqiao Street for authentic home-style Shaoxing cuisine

Explore the stunning quarry-turned-garden with sheer cliffs, peaceful lakes, and traditional Chinese gardens. Take boat ride through stone caves and under graceful bridges

🚗 Transportation: Take bus No. 1, 29, or 137 to Donghu station, or taxi (20 minutes from city center)

💡 Tips: Wear comfortable shoes for walking. Morning light is best for photography. Boat ride is essential experience

Enjoy local fish dishes and seasonal vegetables at restaurants overlooking the lake

🚗 Transportation: Walk to nearby restaurants from East Lake exit

💡 Tips: Try the lake fish prepared in Shaoxing style with fermented rice wine

Visit the birthplace of Chinese calligraphy where Wang Xizhi wrote the famous 'Preface to the Poems Composed at the Orchid Pavilion'. See calligraphy monuments, flowing water ceremony site, and beautiful bamboo forests

🚗 Transportation: Taxi from East Lake (approximately 30 minutes) or bus No. 3

💡 Tips: Visit in spring for the annual Calligraphy Festival. Try the water game with floating cups like ancient scholars

🥐 Breakfast: Hotel breakfast or local noodle shop with Shaoxing dried noodles

🍜 Lunch: East Lake area restaurants - recommended: steamed freshwater fish, bamboo shoot dishes

🍽️ Dinner: Downtown Shaoxing restaurant specializing in yellow wine cuisine pairing local dishes with appropriate wines

Visit this well-preserved Ming and Qing dynasty water town with stone bridges, traditional houses along canals, and ancient streets. See the famous Anchang Three-Lane Compound

🚗 Transportation: Take tourist bus from Shaoxing bus station or taxi (40 minutes from city center)

💡 Tips: Go early to avoid crowds. Wear comfortable walking shoes for stone streets

Sample authentic water town cuisine in a historic building overlooking the canal

🚗 Transportation: Walk along the main old street to find restaurants

💡 Tips: Try the local pressed tofu and river delicacies. Watch rice wine making demonstrations

Learn about the 2,500-year history of Shaoxing's famous yellow wine through exhibits, ancient brewing tools, and tasting sessions

🚗 Transportation: Taxi from Anchang (30 minutes) or return to city center first

💡 Tips: Don't miss the tasting session. Purchase authentic yellow wine as souvenir from museum shop

Enjoy a final Shaoxing feast followed by evening stroll through local markets

🚗 Transportation: Taxi to restaurant, then walk to nearby markets

💡 Tips: Try stinky tofu from street vendors for the authentic experience - it smells strong but tastes delicious

🥐 Breakfast: Local breakfast featuring Shaoxing pastry and soybean milk

🍜 Lunch: Anchang water town restaurant - recommended: braised river fish, local vegetable dishes

🍽️ Dinner: Traditional banquet at renowned restaurant like Shen Garden Restaurant for comprehensive Shaoxing culinary experience