The Ultimate Guide to Wuzhen - The Pinnacle of Jiangnan Water Towns!

"A Riverside Dreamland, Wuzhen's Timeless Charm" – This 1300-year-old water town, featured in Huang Lei's "Like a Flowing River," boasts whitewashed walls, black-tiled roofs, and gondola rides with breathtaking night views perfect for photography!

🎫 2025 Ticket Guide
1. West Scenic Zone
- Price: ¥150/person
- Hours: 9:00-22:00 (Night views are a must!)
- Highlights: Zhaoming Academy, Old Post Office, White Lotus Pagoda, Night Gondola Rides, Bar Street.

2. East Scenic Zone
- Price: ¥110/person
- Hours: Summer 7:00-18:00 / Winter 7:00-17:30
- Highlights: Mao Dun's Former Residence, Martial Arts Boat Performances, Sanbai Winery, Local Life Atmosphere.

3. Combo Deals
- East+West Combo: ¥190/person (Best for one-day trips!)
- Pro Tip: East Zone tickets drop to ¥25 after 17:30 and become free after 21:30 – perfect for night owls.

4. Free Areas: South & North Zones (undeveloped old streets ideal for street photography).

🚌 Transportation Hacks (Tested & Efficient)
- By Train:
→ To Tongxiang Station → Bus K282 to Wuzhen Bus Station (1.5hrs, ¥5) → Transfer to K350 to scenic area.
→ To Hangzhou East Station → Direct bus to Wuzhen (¥55, 2hrs).

- By Air:
Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport → Direct airport shuttle to Wuzhen (peak season drops at West Zone entrance).

- By Car:
2-3hrs drive from Jiangsu/Zhejiang/Shanghai. Parking: ¥20/day.

✨ Future Bonus: The "Super Metro" water town line connecting Shanghai-Jiangsu-Zhejiang is underway! Opening in 2029 with 160km/h direct access to Wuzhen and seamless transfer to Xiaoshan Airport.

🚶 Must-Do Routes & Hidden Gems
🔥 West Zone Day Trip (Best with Overnight)
Visitor Center → Mu Xin Art Museum (artsy photos) → Indigo Dye Workshop (DIY blue calico) → Wuzhen Post Office (mail postcards) → Yue Lao Temple → White Lotus Pagoda (canal views) → Night Gondola Ride (Highly recommended! Shared boat ¥60/person).

🌾 East Zone Half-Day Cultural Tour
Martial Arts Boat Show (hourly 9:00-16:30) → Mao Dun's Former Residence → Fengyuan Twin Bridges ("Like a Flowing River" filming spot) → Sanbai Winery (taste the strong liquor).