Zhujiajiao Water Town

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Mar 2, 2025
This is the first visit since 2003. So much difference. Before, they are like many old town in China, very commercial and shops sell same stuff which were boring. Now, it's clean, many varieties. No…Full review by Nyson
Jan 31, 2025
Zhujiajiao Ancient Town, often called the "Venice of Shanghai," has a rich history and picturesque canals, but I found it a bit underwhelming compared to my expectations. While the stone bridges, tra…Full review by merryheartsg
Jan 17, 2025
Excellent half day trip from Shanghai, which can be reached by subway. Town itself is free, but you can buy a 80 rmb ticket to get access to 2 gardens, one small art gallery and 2 temples. At least t…Full review by 979janw

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How easy is it to organise a boat cruise once you arrive at Zhujiajiao Ancient Town. Is as simple as waliking up to …
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How easy is it to organise a boat cruise once you arrive at Zhujiajiao Ancient Town. Is as simple as waliking up to one of the operators on the side of the canal? Any info welcomed, thank you.
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There is a station in one of the bridges where you can line up and pay for the boat. There are payments depending on the number of attractions. Please refer below: 1. CNY 30 for …
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There is a station in one of the bridges where you can line up and pay for the boat. There are payments depending on the number of attractions. Please refer below: 1. CNY 30 for four scenic spots (including Tongtianhe Medicine Shop, Qing Dynasty Post Office, Y-Art Gallery, and Kezhi Garden); 2. CNY 60 for eight scenic spots (including Y-Art Gallery, Tongtianhe Medicine Shop, Qing Dynasty Post Office, City God Temple, Yuanjin Meditation Room, Handwork Exhibition Hall, Quanhua Art Hall and Kezhi Garden); 3. CNY 80 for cruise boat and eight scenic spots mentioned above. (From Travel China Guide)
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Is there any entrance fee required that we need to buy from visitor centre?
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Not for the town but there are some attractions and a museum.
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What time can I visit this place, will it be open in night Goud?
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We went there at morning , not so crowded. At evening it will be more crowded. I am not sure till when it open , but some people has post the night scene , and it is look wonderful too.
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How much is taxi fare from Shanghai center to zhoujiajiao? Thanks V
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It's very far, as mentioned, and subway there is very convenient and not crowded!
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Hi, Just want to know did you go on a morning weekend or a weekday? Heard from the reviews that weekend are …
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Hi, Just want to know did you go on a morning weekend or a weekday? Heard from the reviews that weekend are packed with tourist and locals. Thanks Terry
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We went there in the morning! This place is very crowded at about noon.
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