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Nanxiang (Ancient Town)
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Nanxiang (Ancient Town)

上海南翔景区

Shanghai, Jiading·31.2369°N, 121.5078°E
Ticket Price
CNY 120 (peak season), CNY 80 (off-season)
Duration
2-4 hours

About Nanxiang (Ancient Town)

A historic water town in Jiading and the reputed birthplace of xiaolongbao, Shanghai's famous soup dumplings. Canal-side old streets, the Ming-dynasty Guyi Garden, and twin pagodas draw food lovers and photographers alike.

Highlights

• Historic town famed as the birthplace of xiaolongbao (soup dumplings). • Guyi Garden, a classic Ming scholar's garden. • Canal-side old streets and the Twin Pagodas.

Suggested Route

Visit Guyi Garden, then the old street for dumplings; allow 2-3 h.

Food & Lodging

Must-try Nanxiang xiaolongbao and local pastries; many dumpling houses on-site.

Facilities

Restrooms
Travel Tips

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

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Opening Hours

08:00-17:30

Getting There

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.

Reservation

Old street free entry; Guyun Garden on-site ticketing. Advance booking not required.

Ticket Price

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

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
上海南翔景区

31.2369, 121.5078

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