Best Time to Visit Zaozhuang for 5 Days Itinerary, What to Do & Where to Go

Day 1

Taierzhuang Ancient City

Opening Hours: Open all day

Ticket Price: 160 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Days

Location: Huaxing Rd, Taierzhuang Qu, Zaozhuang Shi, Shandong Sheng, China

In the southeast of Zaozhuang City, Taierzhuang Ancient City is located in the central belt of the last section of the Grand Canal. It is a famous water town north of the Yangtze and an ancient canal city. The ancient city was demolished in the 1938 Battle of Taierzhuang. The old city seen today is a reconstruction, with many scenic spots reconstructed on their original sites. However, the city still retains many remnants of its history as a battlefield. Taierzhuang incorporates eight different architectural styles so that visitors can experience both the style of southern Shandong and the folk customs of north Jiangsu. You can't go wrong by taking a stroll among the quiet lanes, catching boat rides on the Grand Canal, or watching an exciting folk performance.

Day 1 | Evening

Looking for a bed nearby after finishing your journey at Taierzhuang Ancient City? Zhengshengyuan Hotel is one of your top choices.

Zhengshengyuan Hotel

Zaozhuang Zhengshengyuan Hotel is located in the ancient city of scenic area E district, near the ancient city of east gate; scull boat can reach the hotel, transportation, tour, shopping is very convenient. This is a comprehensive garden The Inn Boutique is a set accommodation, catering, old Zaozhuang restaurant, lotus fast, the architectural style of Ming and Qing Dynasties Beijing official, was the four courtyard pattern, green water surrounded. A richly ornamented building, of poetry and etiquette for charm, set South Garden at the culmination of a particularly pleasant dream photo. The hotel provides the main dishes of Huaiyang and local characteristic. The conference room is multifunctional and fully equipped to meet the requirements of small and medium conferences at different levels. The hotel also has service facilities KTV karaoke, cinema, leisure teahouse etc. Zhengshengyuan Hotel is a wellknown hotel in Zaozhuang hotel industry. She has won the "most popular Award", "food safety demonstration unit, Shandong Tourism Bureau of Shandong Province, and the Turist Hotel Association Award of " the quality of service of advanced unit "," Zaozhuang ten restaurant name shop", "good faith demonstration unit price". The yellow beef noodles and chrysanthemum tofu were awarded gold medal in Zaozhuang food and beverage.

Day 2 | Morning

Canal Wetland Park

Ticket Price: 40 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-3 Hours

Location: Yunhe Ave, Taierzhuang Qu, Zaozhuang Shi, Shandong Sheng, China

Located on the west side of Taierzhuang Canal, the park is built along the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal, reflecting the ancient city of Taierzhuang in each. The Canal Wetland Park is the first scenic spot in China with the canal wetland theme. As a natural wetland, the area was originally an alluring lake bay on the north bank of the canal. Mud and water are mixed, with all kinds of animals and plants living here.

Day 2 | Afternoon

After finishing the tour at Canal Wetland Park, you can head to Baodugu National Forest Park, the most worth visiting place around the corner.

Baodugu National Forest Park

Opening Hours: 8:00-17:00

Ticket Price: 60 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-1 Days

Location: Beizhuang Town, Shanting District, Zaozhuang

Baodugu National Forest Park is situated in Shanting District, Zaozhuang City. There is a peak standing out from the mountains, like a sky pillar. This is Baodugu. Baodugu National Forest Park is categorized as Chaoyun Bamboo Forest, the Fairy Land of Peach Blossoms, Junshan Wanghai, and Fengluo Ancient Cliff. It is rare and natural mixed forest in China, and a national AAAA tourist attraction. Tourists can also visit Chaoyun Temple, Baodugu Peak, the Cave of the Eighteen Disciples of the Buddha and Huanglong Cave.

Day 2 | Evening

If you want to explore other popular attractions later, Oriental Water View Garden Hotel is a suitable place for you to stay and refresh.

Oriental Water View Garden Hotel

The Oriental Water View Garden Hotel is one of the newest hotels in Zaozhuang, having been renovated in 2021.

The hotel is located approximately 45km from Zaozhuang East Railway Station. Zaozhuang East Railway Station is the closest option for those who prefer to travel by train, approximately 45km away. Guests will find 棗莊古代清官廉吏展館, 台兒莊大戰遺址公園 and 武進士第 just a short distance from the hotel.

At the end of a busy day, travelers can unwind and relax in the hotel or go out and enjoy the city. This Zaozhuang hotel provides parking on site.

According to our trusted guests, the facilities at this hotel are first-rate. For guests traveling with families, this hotel is consistently one of the most popular choices.

Day 3 | Morning

Shuanglong Lake Bird Viewing Garden

Ticket Price: 40 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 2.0-3.0 Hours

Location: Under the old bridge south of Huaxing Road, Taierzhuang District, Zaozhuang

Shuanglong Lake Bird Viewing Garden is located beneath the old south bridge of Huaxing Road, Tai'erzhuang District, Zaozhuang City. The scenic area is divided into various attractions including a bird viewing garden and an experiential eco-garden, containing various animals such as black swans, carp, peacocks and alpacas. It is a cultural and ecological wetland that integrates protection of wetland ecological resources, wild bird viewing, scientific research as well as tourism and leisure all into one.

Day 3 | Afternoon

Now we come to another great highlight in the city: Xiong'er Mountain National Geological Park.

Xiong'er Mountain National Geological Park

Opening Hours: 8:30-16:00

Ticket Price: 60 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 3-4 Hours

Location: Beizhuangzhen, Shanting, Zaozhuang, Shandong, China

The Xiong'er Mountain National Geological Park is located near Zaozhuang City in Shandong Province, and makes up a small group in the southern part of the Taiyi Mountains. Taking Xiong'er Mountain as the main body, it integrates the natural wonders of the Shuanglong Rift Valley, the Karst Cave Group and the Labyrinth Cave. It is a geological and geomorphological spectacle of limestone that is rarely seen in China. Its main peak looks like a big bear ear, hence the name, Xiong'er (the bear ear) Mountain.

Day 3 | Evening

Don’t forget to book Binjiang International Hotel in advance, because all the tourists head to Xiong'er Mountain National Geological Park love staying at it.

Binjiang International Hotel

As one of the landmark building in Tengzhou city, the Binjiang International Hotel (Binjiang Guoji Dajiudian) is six km (3.7 mi) away from Beijing–Shanghai High-Speed Railway Tengzhou and four km (2.5 mi) from Tengzhou Railway Station.

Rooms on offer are ranging from Deluxe Twin Room to Executive Suite, which are all equipped with modern facilities and broadband Internet access.

Dining facilities include tastefully decorated Chinese and Western restaurants. The lobby bar provides a variety of drinks and beers.

For fun, there are tennis rooms, karaoke rooms and an on-site massage, sauna and spa center. Guests may also stay active in the gym to work out.

Day 4

Xiantan Mountain Hot Spring Town

Opening Hours: 9:30-20:30

Ticket Price: 40 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-1 Days

Location: Xiantan Mountain Scenic Area, Zaotai Road, Shizhong District, Zaozhuang City

The Xiantan Mountain Hot Spring Town is located in the central part of Zaozhuang City in Xiwangzhuang Township, between Xiantan Mountain and Yanzi Mountain Valley. The natural environment is well protected, the folk customs are traditional and the hot springs found here will melt away any and all stresses. The blue sky, white clouds, towering trees and green grass all combine to provide a very comfortable atmosphere. Visitors can forget the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy being immersed in the natural style of the hot springs.

Day 4 | Evening

Looking for a bed nearby after finishing your journey at Xiantan Mountain Hot Spring Town? Aegean Light Luxury Theme Hotel (Taohua Shop) is one of your top choices.

Aegean Light Luxury Theme Hotel (Taohua Shop)

Opened in 2022, the Aegean Light Luxury Theme Hotel (Taohua Shop) offers travelers a pleasant stay in Zaozhuang, whether for business or leisure purposes.

The hotel is approximately 16km away from Zaozhuang East Railway Station. The nearest railway station is Zaozhuang East Railway Station, approximately 16km away. With multiple attractions nearby including GZ蹦床公園, 水匯遊樂園 and 嶧城水尚滙桑拿汗蒸, guests will find plenty to keep themselves occupied.

In their spare time, guests can explore the hotel's surroundings. Guests of this Zaozhuang hotel can make use of the parking facilities.

According to our trusted guests, the facilities at this hotel are first-rate.

Day 5 | Morning

Wan Fu Yuan

Opening Hours: Open from 8:00am-6:30pm

Ticket Price: 20 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1.0 Days

Location: China, Zaozhuang Shi, Yicheng Qu

Wanfu Garden is the first blessing culture theme garden in China. It is named after Guanshi Pomegranate Garden and has more than 5 million pomegranate trees. Pomegranates are red in color and have many seeds. They have always been a symbol of wealth and fertility. The original features of the park are well preserved, and it is spectacular to stand on a high place and admire the vast pomegranate trees. At present, there are 43 pomegranate varieties in the park, which is the holder of the Guinness World Records. The mountain springs in the garden reflect the temples, and the strange stones and ancient trees coexist. There are many mountain springs in the park, including Longfeng Spring, Gift Spring, etc., as well as natural and cultural attractions such as Longfeng Mountain, Prayer Hall, Prayer Hall, Lover's Valley and so on.

Day 5 | Afternoon

Having the chance to enjoy the charming Wan Fu Yuan, Yingyun Stone Tribe next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!

Yingyun Stone Tribe

Opening Hours: 8:30-17:30

Ticket Price: 60 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1 Days

Location: Shanting, Zaozhuang, Shandong, China

Yingyun Stone Tribe is composed primarily of slate houses, Yingyun Mountain, and Yingyun Lake. It is an integration of Lunan folk customs and the long history of the area. The area takes advantage of surrounding mountains, water and the village itself to form a tourist destination that highlights local slate residences, cultural experiences and agricultural tourism. The area is backdropped by the tall peak of Yingyun Mountain, with Yingyun Lake to the east, known as the Pearl of the Mountain. The Yingyun Stone Tribe features an ancient village with large, well-preserved Lunan stone mountain dwellings.

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