Huishan Ancient Town / 惠山古镇

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)

Amaps Link
https://surl.amap.com/d1VW0d8r0V1

Baidu Link
https://j.map.baidu.com/22/L3

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.