Tongli Ancient Town 同里古镇
A classic canal town with UNESCO-listed Tuisi Garden, old residences and quiet waterways.
See Tuisi Garden early, then take a small boat ride through the back canals.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to book Tongli Ancient Town in advance?
No advance booking is needed.
What are the opening hours of Tongli Ancient Town?
Old town streets open all day
How much is a ticket to Tongli Ancient Town?
About ¥100. On-site same-day combo ticket (联票) is 100 yuan and covers the core sights including 退思园, 珍珠塔, 嘉荫堂, 崇本堂 etc.; booked online in advance it is usually 80 yuan. The combo ticket is said to be valid for 48 hours with re-entry (page 2). Half price 50 yuan for full-time students and 60–69 year olds; free for children under 1.4 m, 70+ seniors and various eligible groups. Entering the old town streets before 08:00 or after about 17:00–17:30 is free but gives no access to the ticketed gardens; the 退思园 night session (17:15–20:45, late Apr–late Oct) is charged separately (about 50 yuan per one review). Boat rides, guides and shuttles are extra.
How long do I need at Tongli Ancient Town?
Plan about 5 hours.
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