Zhujiajiao Water Town 朱家角古镇

The best-preserved canal town near Shanghai, with a five-arch Ming bridge, boat rides and riverside teahouses.

Insider tip

Town entry is free — pay only for individual gardens and boats, and skip the combined ticket if short on time.

Key facts

Ticket: Free
Entry to the old-town streets is free and needs no reservation. Individually ticketed sights inside: Kezhi Garden ¥20, Daqing Post Office ¥10 (one page says ¥15), Yuanjin Temple ¥10; a ¥60 combined ticket covers three sights (Kezhi Garden, Hexin Garden, Helong Art Museum) and is better value; students/seniors half price. Boat rides charged separately: shared ~¥30–40 pp, whole boat ¥200 (up to 6).
Opening hours: Old-town streets open 24h
Booking: No advance booking is needed.
Time needed: About 5 hours
Best time: Weekday morning, stay for late afternoon light
Area: Qingpu (day trip)

Checked 2026-10-30. Please confirm before you go.
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朱家角古镇

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need to book Zhujiajiao Water Town in advance?

No advance booking is needed.

What are the opening hours of Zhujiajiao Water Town?

Old-town streets open 24h

How much is a ticket to Zhujiajiao Water Town?

Entry is free. Entry to the old-town streets is free and needs no reservation. Individually ticketed sights inside: Kezhi Garden ¥20, Daqing Post Office ¥10 (one page says ¥15), Yuanjin Temple ¥10; a ¥60 combined ticket covers three sights (Kezhi Garden, Hexin Garden, Helong Art Museum) and is better value; students/seniors half price. Boat rides charged separately: shared ~¥30–40 pp, whole boat ¥200 (up to 6).

How long do I need at Zhujiajiao Water Town?

Plan about 5 hours.