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Tianmu Lake Tourism Area (Liyang)
5A Tourism Area
Designated 2013

Tianmu Lake Tourism Area (Liyang)

常州市天目湖景区

Jiangsu, Changzhou★ 4.5Designated 2013·31.9193°N, 119.0204°E
Ticket Price
Tianmu Lake CNY 180 (inc. boat)
Duration
3 to 5 hours
Rating
4.5 / 5.0
Designated
2013

About Tianmu Lake Tourism Area (Liyang)

Tianmu Lake is a resort area around a large reservoir in Liyang, offering lake cruises, tea gardens, and the forested Nanshan Bamboo Sea nearby. It is a favorite weekend escape for families from nearby cities.

Highlights

Shan Shui Yuan lake gardens (Dragon Isle, Tea Island, No.1 Teapot), Nanshan Bamboo Sea with pandas and cable car and Yushui hot springs.

Suggested Route

One-day combo of Shan Shui Yuan plus Nanshan Bamboo Sea, or Shan Shui Yuan plus Yushui hot springs; a full day covers one or two areas comfortably.

Food & Lodging

Must-try sandy-pot fish head, Tianmu Lake white tea and farm dishes; resort hotels like Yushui hot springs and lakeside lodges on site.

Facilities

Parking (15 CNY), free WiFi, stroller and wheelchair rental, luggage storage, internal shuttle and cruise boats within the resort.
Travel Tips

Check official website for current information. Respect local customs and regulations. Best visited during mild weather seasons.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-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

• 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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Opening Hours

Peak season: 8:00-18:00; Off-season: 8:30-17:00. Boat tours operate during daylight hours.

Getting There

No metro; ~15 km from Liyang Station (HSR); ~90 km from Nanjing Lukou Airport.

Reservation

Advance online booking via official site (www.tianmulinhu.com) / OTA; real-name.

Ticket Price

Tianmu Lake CNY 180 (≈ $25) (inc. boat)

Address

Jiangsu Province Changzhou City Liyang City Tianmuhu Town

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
常州市天目湖景区

江苏省常州市溧阳市天目湖镇

Jiangsu Province Changzhou City Liyang City Tianmuhu Town

31.9193, 119.0204

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