Zhouzhuang Ancient Town 周庄古镇
One of China's most famous water towns, with stone bridges, canal lanes and the Double Bridge.
Stay after the main day-trip crowds leave for much calmer canal views.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to book Zhouzhuang Ancient Town in advance?
No advance booking is needed.
What are the opening hours of Zhouzhuang Ancient Town?
08:00–21:00
How much is a ticket to Zhouzhuang Ancient Town?
About ¥80. Official rack rate is 100 CNY/person (includes 15 ticketed sights such as 沈厅, 张厅; valid 3 consecutive days; ID/facial registration on entry). From 2026-07-09 the scenic area applies an all-day 20% discount, so the actual adult price is 80 CNY/person, holidays included. The 100 CNY 'lifetime' ticket is still sold: register once in person with ID and get unlimited free entry for life. Third-party/guide pages mention a 50 CNY weekday-only ticket and an 80 CNY night ticket (after 16:00, public areas only, not the inner sights) — not confirmed by the official page. Free entry to the lanes only before 07:00 and after ~17:30/21:00 (no museum entry).
How long do I need at Zhouzhuang Ancient Town?
Plan about 5 hours.
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