Jiaxing

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Jiaxing which includes heritage architecture and street scenes
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South Lake featuring a lake or waterhole
South Lake Memorial Hall
Explore the water towns of this city criss-crossed with canals, stone bridges and cobbled streets. Learn about its links with textiles and the Communist Party of China.

With a name that translates roughly as "auspiciously flourishing", Jiaxing has a lot to live up to. Featuring a trio of ancient water towns, a long tradition in silk and textile manufacture and scenic lakeside ruins, this captivating city doesn’t disappoint.

For centuries Jiaxing has been known as the "heart of the land of fish and rice". The city’s position on China’s Grand Canal, linking it to Beijing and Hangzhou, only bolstered the town’s prosperity. At its peak, Jiaxing was known as the “hometown of silk” and travellers today can still pick up fine blue calicos and silks.

Jiaxing’s most remarkable asset is its trio of ancient water towns, where cobblestone lanes, arched bridges and proud craft traditions provide a window back in time. Wander the winding lanes of Xitang Water Town and watch the sun set across a sea of tiled roofs. At Nanxun Water Town, admire the Mansion of One Hundred Rooms, a long row of centuries-old, white-walled tenements stretching far along either side of a canal.

Wuzhen Water Town is known for its wooden-framed houses, Ming and Qing dynasty bridges and ancient looms which are still in use today. Stop for tea at the Fanglu Teahouse, named after a legendary Tang dynasty poet who devoted his life to all things tea.

Jiaxing is an important site in the birth of the Communist Party of China. It was on a boat on the city’s South Lake that the party’s constitution was issued in 1921. Today the lake is a lovely place to tour by boat. Explore the lake’s banks to see local birdlife, Ming dynasty ruins and the Revolutionary Memorial Hall.

The drive to Jiaxing from Shanghai International Airport can take up to 2 hours. The water towns are easily accessible from Jiaxing by bus or car and are best explored on foot. Consider visiting Jiaxing in spring or autumn when the town hosts a range of festivals, such as the Jiaxing South Yangtze River Culture Festival held from October to November.

Where to stay in Jiaxing

South Lake Memorial Hall showing signage and an administrative buidling

Nanhu Qu

You'll enjoy the museums and historic sites in Nanhu Qu. You might want to make time for a stop at South Lake or South Lake Memorial Hall.

Nanhu Qu
Jiaxing featuring heritage architecture, a small town or village and a river or creek

Xiuzhou Qu

You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Xiuzhou Qu. You might want to make time for a stop at Jiangnan Mall or Beijing - Hangzhou Canal.

Xiuzhou Qu
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Dong Zha

Dong Zha is well-liked for its monuments. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in and around the larger Wuzhen area, you might plan a trip to Wuzhen Scenic Area.

Dong Zha
Alila Wuzhen, Zhejiang
Alila Wuzhen, Zhejiang
5 out of 5
No. 939, Ziye East Road, Wuzhen Township, Jiaxing, Zhejiang
The price is NT$7,079 per night from Jul 22 to Jul 23
NT$7,079
NT$8,254 total
Jul 22 - Jul 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Jiaxing. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Wuzhen Scenic Area and Nanxun Town History ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (17 reviews)
Modern and architecturally hotel.
"This is a very unique hotel. Very modern architecture looks with big space around the premises. Rooms are big with patio. The rooms have a very high ceiling. The bathroom are so big. They even upgrade us to a suite. Even better."

Reviewed on 2024/10/31

Alila Wuzhen, Zhejiang
Doubletree By Hilton Hotel Jiaxing
Doubletree By Hilton Hotel Jiaxing
4.5 out of 5
688 Ju Xian Road, Xiu Zhou District, Jiaxing, Zhejiang
The price is NT$1,386 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
NT$1,386
NT$1,616 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Jiaxing. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Shijiuyang Wetland and Jiangnan Mall are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (130 reviews)
"The location is quiet. The staffs are very helpful and friendly especially the staffs in the Chinese restaurant!"

Reviewed on 2025/6/28

Doubletree By Hilton Hotel Jiaxing
Hilton Jiaxing
Hilton Jiaxing
4 out of 5
No. 969 Yundong Road, Nanhu District, Jiaxing, Zhejiang
The price is NT$1,860 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
NT$1,860
NT$2,168 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Jiaxing. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Wanda Plaza Nanhu and South Lake are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (13 reviews)
"This property has clean room and upholds the Hilton standard. I am satisfied with the room access and Breakfast option included in my booking."

Reviewed on 2024/12/1

Hilton Jiaxing
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Oakwood Residence Hangzhou
Oakwood Residence Hangzhou
4.5 out of 5
No 28 Jiaogong Road, Hangzhou, Zhejiang
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions West Lake and Yellow Dragon ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (298 reviews)
"Personal services, extra efforts by all who work here. Our home base each time when we are in Hangzhou. Exceptional service and perfect location."

Reviewed on 2025/6/21

Oakwood Residence Hangzhou
Somerset IOC Hangzhou
Somerset IOC Hangzhou
4.5 out of 5
No. 2477 Jinji Road, Hangzhou, Zhejiang
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions West Lake and Qianjiang ...
"The employee are so nice"

Reviewed on 2025/1/20

Somerset IOC Hangzhou
Shama Heda Serviced Apartments
Shama Heda Serviced Apartments
4 out of 5
No. 600 Jinshan Avenue, 20th Floor, Building 5, IBC, Hangzhou, Zhejiang
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge).
9.2/10 Wonderful! (23 reviews)
"I liked the friendliness of staff, including the housekeeping. I liked the space & the quietness. I liked its environment with convenient shops, rows of street shops opposite, Paradise Walk mall, subway station, healthy breakfast (home cooked), coffee clubs & lots of eateries plus a Jap Restaurant ..."

Reviewed on 2019/12/19

Shama Heda Serviced Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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