Attractions · Jiaxing

Wuzhen's most complete water-town scenic area, where water pavilions, stone bridges, dye works, a post office and the night view form a classic Jiangnan picture; stay one night to see both early morning and night. Highlights include Bridge-over-Bridge, the herb dye works and the West Scenic Zone night view. Tip: Enter in the afternoon and stay in the West Scenic Zone to see the night view and the early morning; it is crowded on holidays, so book a room in advance. Practical info: located at Wuzhen West Scenic Zone, Tongxiang, Jiaxing, Zhejiang; ticket ¥150 (West Scenic Zone only; combo ticket ¥190); opening hours 09:00–22:00 (night visits until 22:00). Best season: March–May and September–November; Wuzhen has more water-town atmosphere in the rain, but the stone-slab lanes become slippery. It can be combined with Wuzhen East Scenic Zone, the Mu Xin Art Museum and Wucun in Jiaxing for a half-day or full-day itinerary. Check the day's opening and booking policy before setting out, and allow plenty of time for the visit. In peak season or on holidays, book ahead, travel off-peak and allow time for queues and security checks. Plan your length of stay around the opening hours and your energy.

• Address: Wuzhen West Scenic Zone, Tongxiang, Jiaxing, Zhejiang
• Ticket: ¥150 (West Scenic Zone only; combo ticket ¥190)
• Opening: 09:00–22:00 (night visits until 22:00)

The original residents' living quarter of Wuzhen, where Mao Dun's former residence, Xiuzhen Temple, the old stage and the incense market are more folk-oriented; see daily life by day, and it is quieter at night. Tip: The East Scenic Zone is good for folk customs in the morning, while the West Scenic Zone is good from afternoon to night; the combo ticket is better value. Practical info: located at Wuzhen East Scenic Zone, Tongxiang, Jiaxing, Zhejiang; ticket ¥110 (East Scenic Zone only; combo ticket ¥190); opening hours 07:00–18:00. Best season: March–May and September–November; Wuzhen has more water-town atmosphere in the rain, but the stone-slab lanes become slippery. It can be combined with Wuzhen West Scenic Zone, the Mu Xin Art Museum and Wucun in Jiaxing for a half-day or full-day itinerary. Check the day's opening and booking policy before setting out, and allow plenty of time for the visit. In peak season or on holidays, book ahead, travel off-peak and allow time for queues and security checks. Plan your length of stay around the opening hours and your energy. If carrying luggage or travelling with children, allow extra time for security checks and walking.

• Address: Wuzhen East Scenic Zone, Tongxiang, Jiaxing, Zhejiang
• Ticket: ¥110 (East Scenic Zone only; combo ticket ¥190)
• Opening: 07:00–18:00

Designed by a disciple of I. M. Pei, the museum holds Mu Xin's paintings, literary manuscripts and prison notes — the quietest place in Wuzhen. Highlights include Mu Xin's manuscripts, the painting galleries and the waterside building. Tip: Closed on Mondays; no loud noise in the galleries, and it is worth taking half a day to look slowly. Practical info: located at Wuzhen West Scenic Zone, Tongxiang, Jiaxing, Zhejiang; ticket ¥20 (subject to the museum's notice); opening hours 09:00–17:00 (closed Mondays). Best season: March–May and September–November; Wuzhen has more water-town atmosphere in the rain, but the stone-slab lanes become slippery. It can be combined with Wuzhen West Scenic Zone, Wuzhen East Scenic Zone and Wucun in Jiaxing for a half-day or full-day itinerary. Check the day's opening and booking policy before setting out, and allow plenty of time for the visit. In peak season or on holidays, book ahead, travel off-peak and allow time for queues and security checks. Plan your length of stay around the opening hours and your energy. If carrying luggage or travelling with children, allow extra time for security checks and walking.

• Address: Wuzhen West Scenic Zone, Tongxiang, Jiaxing, Zhejiang
• Ticket: ¥20 (subject to the museum's notice)
• Opening: 09:00–17:00 (closed Mondays)

A rural holiday village beside Wuzhen, with rice fields, vegetable plots, family activities and all-inclusive resort stays — suitable for families with children. Tip: Tickets are separate from the West Scenic Zone, and it suits an overnight stay; family activities need to be booked in advance. Practical info: located at Wucun, Wuzhen, Tongxiang, Jiaxing, Zhejiang; ticket about ¥100 (subject to official notice); opening hours 09:00–17:00. Best season: March–May and September–November; Wuzhen has more water-town atmosphere in the rain, but the stone-slab lanes become slippery. It can be combined with Wuzhen West Scenic Zone, Wuzhen East Scenic Zone and the Mu Xin Art Museum in Jiaxing for a half-day or full-day itinerary. Check the day's opening and booking policy before setting out, and allow plenty of time for the visit. In peak season or on holidays, book ahead, travel off-peak and allow time for queues and security checks. Plan your length of stay around the opening hours and your energy. If carrying luggage or travelling with children, allow extra time for security checks and walking. Confirm the day's opening and booking policy before departure so a last-minute closure does not disrupt your plans.

• Address: Wucun, Wuzhen, Tongxiang, Jiaxing, Zhejiang
• Ticket: About ¥100 (subject to official notice)
• Opening: 09:00–17:00