[2025 Tongling Attraction] Travel Guide for Tongling Museum (Updated Jul)

A laid-back romantic escape in the riverside town of Tongling, Anhui☞ This hidden gem along the Yangtze River blends ancient bronze charm with picturesque landscapes. Spend three days leisurely uncovering the town's romance~ (1) Transportation🚗 Tongling North Station/Tongling Station offers nationwide access. A 15-minute taxi ride from the station takes you downtown—super convenient! (2) Accommodation🏨 Want to relax with river views? Choose a hotel by the Yangtze. Prefer vibrancy? Downtown hotels put you steps away from night markets~ (3) Food Shun'an Crispy Candy: Sweet and crunchy, perfect for snacking while binge-watching! Tongling White Ginger: Tangy and appetizing, a perfect pairing with congee! Tongling Fish Noodles: Noodles made from fish🍜 (4) 3-Day Relaxed Itinerary 1️⃣Day: Take a taxi to ◎Tongling Museum to enjoy exhibitions in cool AC, then stroll along the Yangtze River Bridge at sunset. 2️⃣Day: Charter a car to ◎Fenghuang Mountain Scenic Area—hike or hop on a shuttle when tired, with farmhouse meals delivered to the foot of the mountain. 3️⃣Day: Visit Yongquan Farmstay, lounge and snap photos of Jiangnan-style gardens, and grab some white ginger for the trip home!

🌟 Itinerary 🌅 Day 1: A Clash of History and Culture Morning: Arrive in Tongling and head to the Tongling Museum to learn about the city's history and bronze culture. The museum displays a rich collection of cultural relics and is an excellent starting point for getting to know Tongling. Noon: Savor Tongling's specialties, such as Tongling white ginger and Tongling hairy tofu, at a restaurant near the museum, and experience the local culinary culture. Afternoon: Visit the Datong Ancient Town Scenic Area and stroll through the old streets and alleys, experiencing the accumulation of history and the wisdom of the ancients. Many traditional customs and ancient buildings are preserved here, and you can experience activities such as boating. Evening: Enjoy dinner at a restaurant in the ancient town and savor local specialties such as Tongling pressed duck and Tongling stewed pigeon. 🌆 Day 2: A Blend of Nature and Leisure Morning: Head to Fenghuang Mountain to admire the beautiful scenery and unique cultural heritage. It is also a great place to view peony flowers; every spring, peonies bloom all over the mountains. Noon: Have lunch at a restaurant near Fenghuang Mountain and enjoy local specialties such as Tongling large intestine noodles and Tongling baked sesame cakes. Afternoon: Visit Liqiao Water Town and experience the antique architectural style and tranquil water town atmosphere. You can take a boat through the waterways and enjoy the peace and comfort. Evening: Try other Tongling specialties at a restaurant in the city, such as salt and pepper pig's feet and Congyang steamed pork with rice flour. 🌄 Day 3: Exploration and Discovery Morning: Visit Yongquan Yi Jiangnan Twelve Scenic Spots to appreciate the charm of the Jiangnan water town and the beautiful natural scenery. Each scene here is like a beautiful painting, making people linger. Noon: Enjoy local cuisine at a restaurant near the scenic spot, such as Tongling lobster and Tongling stewed pigeon. Afternoon: Visit Fushan Mountain and experience the magnificence and tranquility of nature. With its rolling hills and beautiful scenery, it is an ideal destination for hikers and mountaineers. Evening: Enjoy Tongling's specialty snacks at a restaurant in the city, bringing a perfect end to your journey. 🚗 Transportation Guide City Transportation: Tongling has convenient public transportation. You can choose to take buses or taxis to various attractions. Self-driving: If you choose to drive yourself, plan your route in advance. Tongling's roads are in good condition and easy to drive on. 🎒 Practical Tips Best Season: Spring and autumn are the best seasons to travel to Tongling, with pleasant weather and beautiful scenery. Weather Conditions: Check the local weather forecast before your trip and make corresponding preparations to ensure a smooth journey. Shopping Guide: Tongling has many characteristic handicrafts and local products available for purchase, such as Tongling white ginger and Shunan shortbread. You can choose some exquisite souvenirs to take home. Safety Precautions: Please follow local regulations and instructions when visiting attractions to ensure your personal safety. I hope this itinerary can provide some reference for your trip to Tongling. I wish you a pleasant journey and a wonderful experience!

Tongling, located in the south-central part of Anhui Province, is a city with a long history. It got its name from copper and prospered because of it, earning it the title of "Ancient Copper Capital of China, Modern Copper Production Base". It offers not only rich natural landscapes but also a profound historical and cultural heritage, making it an ideal choice for spring travel. --- Tongling in March–May From March to May, Tongling enjoys pleasant weather with an average temperature between 15°C and 20°C, plenty of sunshine, and fresh air. During this time, the peonies in Tianjing Lake are in full bloom, and the acacia trees on Fenghuang Mountain are lush and green. It is the best time to experience the blend of nature and culture. --- Transportation Guide • High-speed Rail: Tongling North Station and Tongling Station are the main high-speed rail stations, offering convenient transportation. • Car: From Hefei, take the G3 Jingtai Expressway to Tongling, approx. a 2 hr drive. • Local Transportation: There are buses to all major scenic spots within the city. The starting price for taxis is CNY 6. --- Three-Day, Two-Night Itinerary Day 1: History and Culture Tour • Morning: Arrive in Tongling and check in to your hotel. We recommend choosing a hotel in Tonggu District for convenient transportation. • Noon: Visit the Tongling Museum to learn about the city's bronze culture and history. • Afternoon: Explore Tianjing Lake Scenic Area, enjoy the picturesque scenery, and visit the Peony Garden. • Evening: Savor local specialties in Tongling's downtown area, such as Tongling white ginger and Datong dried tofu. Day 2: Nature and Ancient Sites Tour • Morning: Visit Fenghuang Mountain Scenic Area, admire the natural scenery, and see attractions such as acacia trees and Dishui Cliff. • Noon: Have lunch at a restaurant near Fenghuang Mountain. • Afternoon: Visit Datong Ancient Town Scenic Area and experience the historical charm of the old town. • Evening: Return to Tongling's downtown area and check in to your hotel. Day 3: Leisure and Nature Tour • Morning: Visit Fushan Scenic Area to admire the volcanic landscape and cliff carvings. • Noon: Have lunch at a restaurant near Fushan. • Afternoon: Visit Yongquan Town and experience the charm of a Jiangnan water town. • Evening: Conclude your Tongling trip and prepare for your return journey. --- Recommended Attractions 1. Tianjing Lake Scenic Area: A national 4A scenic area with beautiful lake and mountain scenery and blooming peonies. 2. Fenghuang Mountain Scenic Area: A national 4A scenic area with beautiful natural scenery, featuring acacia trees and Dishui Cliff. 3. Datong Ancient Town Scenic Area: A historic ancient town with many well-preserved ancient buildings. 4. Tongling Museum: Showcases Tongling's bronze culture and history. 5. Fushan Scenic Area: Features volcanic landscapes and cliff carvings, ideal for geology enthusiasts. 6. Yongquan Town: A Jiangnan water town, perfect for leisure and vacation. --- Accommodation Recommendations • Tongling International Hotel: Located in Tonggu District, Tongling, offering convenient transportation. • Hotels in Tongling Yongquan Tourist Resort: Offers a beautiful environment, suitable for leisure and vacation. --- Local Cuisine Recommendations • Tongling White Ginger: Tender and flavorful, a local specialty. • Datong Dried Tofu: Sweet and savory, a traditional snack. • Tongling Fish Noodles: Smooth and delicious, a traditional local dish. --- Tips • Sun Protection: The spring sunshine is strong, so please take sun protection measures when going out. • Warm Clothing: There is a large temperature difference between day and night, so bring a light jacket. • Respect Local Culture: Respect local customs and traditions when visiting historical sites. • Plan Your Itinerary: Plan your itinerary in advance and avoid peak seasons.

【About transportation】 Address: Located in Tongling, Anhui, a small treasure city with many unique attractions High-speed rail: For those who are traveling for two days, it is recommended that Tongling Station is close to the city. If you only go to Yongquan Town, it is recommended to arrive at Tongling North Station and then take a taxi or rent a car. Self-driving: It is recommended to drive yourself. Although Tongling is not big, there are many attractions and some of them are far from the city. 【About tickets】 Twelve Scenes of Jiangnan: 65 Glass Slide: 40 【About food and accommodation】 Accommodation: It is recommended to stay in the city where it is convenient for eating, drinking, and entertainment. [Travel route] Day 1 Go to the hotel to check in at Yongquan Hotel in Tianjing Lake Scenic Area town Day2 Tongling Museum Tongguanshan 1978 Cultural and Creative Park Datong Ancient Town Tongling Museum: You can learn about the origin, mining, smelting process of copper, as well as various copper ores and copper products (the second and fourth floors were under renovation when we went there, so we only visited the first floor) Tianjing Lake Park: The lake here is like a mirror, clear to the bottom, with reflections of mountains and mountains. The garden and the stele forest reveal the flavor of Jiangnan gardens. Tongguanshan 1978 Cultural and Creative Park: It mainly utilizes the resources of the ruins of the miners' residences in the Tongguanshan Copper Mine in the 1960s and 1970s. There are relatively few shops open now, so it is not recommended to go there. Yongquan Town: I would like to call it the "Secret Land of Jiangnan". The ancient courtyards nestled in the mountains and beside the water and the small bridges surrounding the ancient trees and strange rocks have very nice scenery and are suitable for strolling. The park is not very big and can be walked through in about an hour. The night view of the Twelve Scenes of Jiangnan is particularly beautiful. You can also buy a cup of steaming hot canned roasted milk halfway up the mountain (especially suitable for winter) 【Tips for playing】 Be sure to wear comfortable clothes and shoes when going to Yongquan Town. Some mountain roads are really difficult to climb. Copper coins can be exchanged for three yuan in Yongquan Bank. If you can't use them all, you can return them. Of course, you can also pay with your mobile phone without exchanging them (there are not many food items, so you can exchange less and experience buying things with copper coins) Datong Ancient Town: Ancient towns often have a unique charm. You can stroll along the old cobblestone roads, admire the quaint buildings, and feel the traces left by time; you can also visit the specialty shops on the street and find some interesting little items; it would be even more perfect if you can taste the traditional food of the ancient town. There is also a porpoise protection area inside, where feeding will be conducted at 10:00, 14:00 and 16:00, but the entrance ticket costs 30 yuan each.

No clickbait! In addition to the golden crab, I also saw the legendary "taotie pattern" bronze ware in the Tingquan Treasure Appraisal live room... These two treasures are in this museum, and it's definitely worth a visit~ Pic 2️⃣ Golden crab relic, the body is tourmaline, the legs are pure gold, and the crab eyes are white jade beads. It was unearthed in 1985 at the foot of Phoenix Mountain in Tongling City, Anhui Province. It was identified as a Qing Dynasty relic and handed over by local villagers. It looks very exquisite to the naked eye. Pic 3️⃣ is another treasure of the museum - the taotie pattern jue, which is also one of the earliest precious cultural relics discovered in southern Anhui. Finally, I saw the "taotie pattern" bronze ware. As a national second-class museum, it also has a large collection of bronzes and exquisite copper products. There are not many people, and no reservation is required. There is no entrance fee, and you can come directly, but it is closed every Monday, so be sure to avoid it. 📍Tongling Museum

🎉 It's not far away from Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai, but Tongling is waiting for you to enjoy a super high-value trip! 🌟 Tongling, this treasure land, hides the ancient charm of white walls and black tiles, winding ancient streets and alleys, gurgling small bridges and flowing water, and the warm natural hot springs. Every bite is the authentic taste of Jiangnan... 🏞 📅 Date locked: Saturday and Sunday, in just two days, you can embrace this tranquility and beauty! 🚅 Easy departure: Depart from Hefei South Station, only 36 minutes (64 yuan), and you will arrive at Tongling North Station in no time. The return journey is equally convenient, 44 minutes (64 yuan), back to Hefei South Station, seamlessly connecting urban life. (Tip: Tongling North Station is close to Yongquan Town, while Tongling Station is closer to the bustling city center!) 🌈 Day 1 full itinerary: Start from Tongling Museum, explore the mysteries of bronze culture 👉 Stroll through Xihu Urban Wetland Park, enjoy the gifts of nature 👉 In Tianjing Lake Scenic Area, peonies bloom, the stele forest is quiet, full of Jiangnan charm 👉 Changjiang Middle Road Pedestrian Street, reminisce the familiar city fireworks 👉 Liqiao Water Town, the Huizhou style painting scroll awaits you. 🔥 Day 2 continues to be exciting: Tongguan Mountain 1978 Cultural and Creative Park, travel through time and feel the stories of copper miners 👉 Yongquan Town, remember the twelve scenes of Jiangnan, every step is a landscape painting, don't forget to experience the thrill of the glass slide, or leisurely walk down the stairs and enjoy a moment of tranquility. 🔥 Popular attractions not to be missed: Tongling Museum, free admission, a feast of bronze culture, an ocean of knowledge. Xihu Urban Wetland Park, a national 4A-level scenic spot, free to visit, open view, refreshing and pleasant. Tianjing Lake Scenic Area, also free, peonies in full bloom, the stele forest is quiet, a great place for photos. Liqiao Water Town, only 29.9 yuan, the beauty of Huizhou architecture, the night performance is a visual feast, not to be missed. Tongguan Mountain 1978 Cultural and Creative Park, free to explore, a perfect blend of history and modernity. Yongquan Town, remember the twelve scenes of Jiangnan, 65 yuan ticket, rich in Jiangnan charm, the glass slide adds fun, walking is also good. Tongling is not just a destination, but a super high-value travel feast! Hurry up and plan your trip, and go on a trip as soon as you say it! 🛣🏞

May Day reverse travel, here comes the strategy from a local Tongling person! A heart-wrenching money-saving version! 'I love the music of Tongguan, not planning to return for a thousand years. It seems I should whirl my dancing sleeves, to sweep all the pine trees on Wusong Mountain.' Firstly, the accommodation guide for Tongling tourism: Yongquan Mountain Villa Town This is a hidden paradise in southern Anhui, where you can exchange modern money for ancient copper coins and experience the bustling ancient Jiangnan market! The experience is absolutely amazing. Tongque Terrace Staying at the Jinling Hotel on Tongque Terrace in Tongling, it should be one of the more upscale hotels in Tongling With swimming pool Earl's Family, average price 200, good value for money If you like artistic style, you can go to Tongling Twelve Lodgings for 300 Tongling tourism and entertainment guide: Yongquan Small Town is very suitable for the whole family to immerse themselves in ancient life~ Hot springs, dining, accommodation, and entertainment all in one Liqiao Water Town~ Experience the authentic Jiangnan Hui ink landscape, a small town that combines the essence of Huizhou architecture and the beauty of Jiangnan gardens. Here, time seems to stand still, and everything becomes so peaceful and beautiful. Ps. Good for taking photos Tickets Tongling Museum (Free FEE) Anhui Tongling City, super conscientious (full of interactivity~ Known as 'China's Copper Capital, the contemporary copper base,' also known as the 'living fossil' city of China's copper mining history, and if you want to understand the history of this city, it is recommended to visit the Tongling Museum. Xihu Wetland Park, walking by the Yangtze River (Free) A flower sea that makes you linger Wusong Mountain (Free) In Tongling, looking into the distance, mountains rise from the ground, like an ink wash landscape painting. Up close, ancient buildings and modern skyscrapers intermingle, giving a wonderful sense of the blend of ancient and modern. Tianjing Lake (Free) In the lake, there is a well 'connected to the sky above and the sea below,' with underground springs flowing all year round, about 2 meters above the lake surface, hence the name Tianjing, and Tianjing Lake got its name from it. Fenghuang Mountain (Free) Its undulating mountains and the scene of clouds and mist are deeply shocking. It's like being in an ink painting, every step is a reverence and admiration for nature.

The Tongling City Museum is located at No. 1506 Bao Road, Tongguan District, Tongling City, Anhui Province, on the east bank of the West Lake Wetland Park. The new museum of Tongling City Museum has been open since December 2014, covering a total area of 90 acres, with a building area of 20,000 square meters, and a total investment of 260 million yuan. It is a local comprehensive museum and a national second-level museum. The exterior of the Tongling City Museum is constructed based on the design prototype of the bronze ware unearthed in Tongling - the Spring and Autumn beast-eared bird-patterned mirror. Its circular copper curtain wall is assembled from nearly 3,000 square meters of rhombic bronze plates, using up to 50 tons of copper, making it the largest single decorative copper curtain wall in China. Tongling  Anhui