[Wenzhou Travel Complete Guide] 8 Secret Must-Try Experiences! 90% of People Don’t Know the 5th One

[Must-Visit in the City]
✅ Wuma Street: Century-old street to try all Wenzhou snacks (Don’t miss Dengzhan cake and pig offal noodles!)
✅ Jiangxin Islet: The "Island of Poetry" on the Ou River, breathtaking night views
✅ Nantang Street: Charming small bridges and flowing water, must-check-in at the popular bookstore "Wuliao Bookshop"

[Hidden Gems Nearby]
1️⃣ Nanxi River (1-hour drive)
- Bamboo raft drifting is super healing (bargain down to 80 RMB/raft)
- Lishui Ancient Street: Stunning when lanterns light up at dusk
- Warning: Don’t buy the so-called "wild fish," they’re all farmed!

2️⃣ Yandang Mountain (1.5-hour drive)
- Lingfeng night view is a must-see! Rocks "transform" into various shapes
- Fangdong Scenic Area: Cliffside plank road is thrilling and photogenic
- Hard lesson: Don’t wear slippers! Almost slipped down the mountain

3️⃣ Dongtou Island (1-hour drive)
- Little Erhai photo spot: Blue and white buildings with a super Instagrammable vibe
- Jiucai’ao Beach: The pink sky at dusk is amazing
- Tip: Always ask the price before ordering at seafood stalls!

[Food Recommendations & Warnings]
✔️ Must-eat list:
- Shouying Pig Offal Noodles (open 24 hours, queues even at midnight)
- Changren Wontons (skin so thin it’s transparent)
- Short Man Pine Cake (both sweet and savory, eat while hot)
❌ Avoid:
- "Wenzhou specialty snacks" near scenic spots (expensive and bad taste)
- The popular milk tea on Wuma Street (just artificial flavor)

[Transportation Tips]
🚗 Best to drive yourself (attractions are spread out)
🚌 Take the high-speed train to "Wenzhou South Station," then taxi in the city with starting fare
🚢 You can take a boat to Dongtou (but prone to seasickness)

🏠[Accommodation Suggestions]
- Stay near Wuma Street in the city (convenient for eating and shopping)
- Stay in a guesthouse by Nanxi River (recommend "Yueting Nanshe")
- Stay by the seaside on Dongtou (but it’s humid!)

💡[Local Advice]
1. Wenzhou dialect is like a foreign language, remember to use navigation when taking taxis
2. Weather changes often, always carry an umbrella
3. Bargain! Bargain! Bargain! (Important, said three times)

👇[Hidden Q&A]
Q: How many days are suitable for visiting?
A: 1 day in the city + 2-3 days around is best

Q: What season is the most beautiful?
A: Nanxi River is best in April-May, seafood is fattest in September-October

Post by KaukoPuro | Jun 3, 2025

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