CCTV Wuxi Film & Television Base (Three Kingdoms & Water Margin Studios)

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Jiangsu, Wuxi★ 3.5Designated 2007·32.2178°N, 118.8205°E

Ticket Price

CNY 85

Duration

3 to 5 hours

Rating

3.5 / 5.0

Designated

2007

About CCTV Wuxi Film & Television Base (Three Kingdoms & Water Margin Studios)

The CCTV Wuxi Film and Television Base in Jiangsu recreates the sets of the classic dramas Romance of the Three Kingdoms and Water Margin. Visitors wander through reconstructed ancient palaces, streets and lakeside battle scenes, sometimes catching live stunt performances.

Highlights

Three Kingdoms City (Wu Palace, Cao camp, horse show 'Three Heroes vs Lu Bu'); Water Margin City (Liangshan, Song Palace, Qingming street); Taihu Lake boat rides; costume NPC interactions and stunt shows

Suggested Route

Three Kingdoms City (morning shows) -> walk 10 min to Water Margin City (afternoon shows); allow a full day; a boat connects the two

Food & Lodging

Sun Shangxiang restaurant and lakeside eateries inside; stay in Wuxi city or lakeside lodges

Facilities

Combo ticket ~145 yuan, parking, restrooms, shops and show venues; some boat/ride extras

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.