Huishan Ancient Town / 惠山古镇
Huishan Ancient Town is a National 5A Scenic Area that combines ancient streets, ancestral halls, classical gardens, Huishan Temple, Jichang Garden, Xihui Scenic Area, and forested hills. It is regarded as one of China's best-preserved Jiangnan historic towns and is famous for its concentration of over 100 ancestral halls.
Category
- Historical
- Nature
Why Visit
- One of Wuxi's signature attractions
- Home to China's largest collection of ancestral halls
- Beautiful blend of gardens, temples, mountains, and historic streets
- Rich cultural heritage spanning the Tang, Song, Ming, and Qing dynasties
- Excellent place to experience authentic Jiangnan architecture.
Suggested Duration
2–3 hours
Best Visiting Time
08:00–11:00 or 18:00–20:00
Suitable For
- History enthusiasts
- Cultural travelers
- Architecture lovers
- First-time visitors to Wuxi
Tips
- Wear comfortable walking shoes as the area is extensive
- Visit Jichang Garden while inside the scenic area
- Sample local specialties such as Huishan clay figurines, traditional pastries, and tea
- Weekdays are generally less crowded than weekends and public holidays.
Admission Type
Free
Reservation Required
No
Reservation Max.
No need to make an appointment.
Opening Hours
24 hours
Address (English & Chinese)
No. 18 Baoshan Street, Liangxi District, Wuxi City, Jiangsu Province
江苏省无锡市梁溪区宝善街18号
(5A景区)
Note
The ancient town contains several key attractions that require entrance fees (such as Jichang Garden, Huishan Temple, and the Second Spring Under Heaven). The opening-closing hours: weekdays: 08:00–17:00 (Last entry at 16:30); weekends: 08:00–17:30 (last entry at 17:00). It has night tour times during summer holiday (July to August each year, open from 17:00 until 21:00 with last entry at 20:30).
Ticket price: 70 元 for combined ticket.