"Day trip to Zhouzhuang" Shanghai Things to Do Tip by SLLiew

An hour away is the beautifully preserved water village with canals of "Old Suzhou".

There are many stone bridges made famous by paintings over the canals.

Also there is a large number of Ming and Qing Dynasty family mansions open to tours. Do take a guided tour or follow one of the many groups in the language of your choice. The guide will describe the different parts of a typical family mansion and give you a taste of what life of the wealthy upper middle class family is life in those days. After one mansion, the rest are more or less a repeat.

The pork and chicken for sale are hung everywhere. They look better than they taste.

A boat ride around the canal seems to be a must and a good respite from the crowded streets and bridges of tourists everywhere.

The entry price is hefty but worthwhile. Many touts after you if you come alone without a tour guide. Highly recommended at least once.