Changzhou Qingguo Lane Historical and Cultural District Super Detailed Travel Guide

📍Attraction Address
Qingguo Lane, Tianning District, Changzhou City, Jiangsu Province, extending east to Heping North Road, west to South Street, and south adjacent to the moat.

🚗Transportation
Public Transport: Take Metro Line 1 to "Tongjiqiao Station" Exit 2, then walk about 600 meters; or take Metro Line 2 to "Wenhuagong Station" Exit 5B, then walk about 310 meters. You can also take bus routes 7, 14, 25, and others to nearby stops.
Self-driving: Navigate to "Qingguo Lane Underground Parking Lot," parking fee is 6 RMB/hour. Nearby options include Zhonglian Building Parking Lot and Jingxi Renjia Parking Lot.

👍Must-Visit Attractions
Baguitang: Located at No. 82 Qingguo Lane, built after Tang Jingchuan topped the imperial examination, named for the eight osmanthus trees planted inside the residence.
Shi Liang Former Residence: On the east side of Qingguo Lane Historical and Cultural District, a Changzhou municipal cultural relic protection unit, featuring exhibitions on Shi Liang’s life, Changzhou’s famous legal scholars, and a legal culture corridor.
Qingguo Lane Cultural Memory Museum: Located in the Lü Residence on Zhengsu Lane, covering 1,200 square meters, with the theme "Cultural Heritage · Craftsmanship," showcasing Changzhou’s history, culture, and urban spirit.
Zhao Yuanren Art Center: Situated in the Lü Residence on Qingguo Lane, it was Zhao Yuanren’s childhood home when he returned to Changzhou, with exhibitions themed "Teach Me How Not to Think of Him."
Tang Jingchuan Memorial Hall: Located in Zhenhetang on Qingguo Lane, displaying the upright life of Tang Jingchuan and his turbulent official career during the Jiajing period.
Yanghu County City God Temple Opera Stage: Built in the 24th year of the Qianlong reign in the Qing Dynasty, where you can enjoy traditional art performances like Pingtan for free.

🎟Ticket Information
Qingguo Lane Historical and Cultural District is open to the public for free. Museums, exhibition halls, and small attractions within the lane do not require tickets.

💗Other Tips
Opening Hours: Generally open year-round with 24-hour free access, but some exhibition halls or former residences have specific opening times, so check in advance.
Recommended Visit Duration: About 3-4 hours to leisurely appreciate ancient architecture and visit exhibitions.
Photo Spots: The trumpet vine wall, half-garden moon gate, ancient canal lantern street, Zhou Youguang Former Residence carved windows, and the second floor of the riverside teahouse are great places for photos.
Special Experiences: You can DIY intangible cultural heritage wooden combs at the "Changzhou Three Treasures" comb shop in the lane and taste Changzhou specialties like crab soup dumplings and hemp cake.
Nearby Attractions: Close to Bijixiang, South Street commercial and leisure tourism area, and the ancient canal, which can be visited together.