Nanxiang (Ancient Town)
上海南翔景区
About Nanxiang (Ancient Town)
Highlights
Suggested Route
Food & Lodging
Facilities
Stay until evening to see lantern-lit streets. Try local snacks from street vendors. Bargain at shops.
📅 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
View on interactive map →Buying tickets as a foreign visitor
• Most 5A/4A sites require real-name registration — bring your passport.
• 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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Metro Line 11 to Nanxiang (exits 1/2), walk or bus to Guyun Garden / Nanxiang Old Street; nearest HSR: Shanghai Hongqiao ~25 km; PVG ~45 km.
Old street free entry; Guyun Garden on-site ticketing. Advance booking not required.
CNY 120 (≈ $17) (peak season), CNY 80 (≈ $11) (off-season)
31.2369, 121.5078
Tip: Google Maps may be inaccurate in China — use Amap for navigation.
