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Fengjing Ancient Town
4A Tourism Area

Fengjing Ancient Town

枫泾古镇

Shanghai, Jinshan4.3·31.2158°N, 121.4867°E
Ticket Price
CNY 120 (peak season), CNY 80 (off-season)
Duration
2-4 hours
Rating
4.3 / 5.0

About Fengjing Ancient Town

A well-preserved water town in Shanghai's Jinshan district, crossed by canals, stone bridges and lanes of Ming-Qing houses. Known as the birthplace of Jinshan peasant folk painting, it stays quiet and atmospheric even in the evening.

Highlights

• Well-preserved water town with canals, stone bridges, and Ming-Qing houses. • Birthplace of Jinshan peasant folk painting. • Famous 'Three Bridges' and riverside teahouses.

Suggested Route

Start at the south entrance, walk the main canal street, cross to the painting village, end at the north gate; allow 2-3 h.

Food & Lodging

Try local farm dishes

Facilities

Fengjing pig's feet
Travel Tips

The night view is beautiful—after the crowds leave, it becomes quiet and you can truly feel the old town's serenity and charm.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: Spring (March-May) and Autumn (October-November)

🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.

Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.

Location

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Buying tickets as a foreign visitor

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Tickets often must be booked in advance online — peak season & holidays sell out quickly.

Some remote or border-area sites have entry restrictions for foreign visitors — check before you travel.

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Opening Hours

Town open 24/7 (ticketed sites 08:30-17:00)

Getting There

Metro Line 22 (Jinshan Railway) to Fengjing, or ride-hailing from Metro Line 1 Jinjiang Park; nearest HSR: Shanghai Hongqiao ~55 km; PVG ~70 km.

Reservation

No advance booking required; free ancient-town entry (individual venues paid on-site).

Ticket Price

CNY 120 (≈ $17) (peak season), CNY 80 (≈ $11) (off-season)

Address

Jinshan District Fengjing Town Tingfenggong Road 8588 Lane No. 28

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
枫泾古镇

金山区枫泾镇亭枫公路8588弄28号

Jinshan District Fengjing Town Tingfenggong Road 8588 Lane No. 28

31.2158, 121.4867

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