Yanguan Ancient Town

Address Yanguan Town, Haining City, Jiaxing, Zhejiang

Hours 08:00–16:30 (Viewing park hours may extend slightly depending on tide times)

Phone +86 573 87617200

Announcement: Tidal Bore Capital

Entrance ¥80

Hours 08:00–16:30 (Viewi...

Best Season The 18th day of th...

Time needed 3–5 hours

Last visit: Jul 27, 2026

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Yanguan Ancient Town Overview

An ancient settlement best known as the premier viewing spot for the spectacular Qiantang River Tidal Bore. It also features well-preserved Qing Dynasty mansions, seawalls, and deep historical ties to renowned martial arts novelist Jin Yong.

Yanguan Ancient Town Opening Hours & Tickets

08:00–16:30 (Viewing park hours may extend slightly depending on tide times)
Best season: The 18th day of the 8th lunar month (usually September) for the massive tidal bore festival. Smaller bores happen on the 1st and 15th of every lunar month.
Ticket note: The old town streets are free, but a combo ticket is required for the Qiantang R...

Essential Yanguan Ancient Town Visitor Information

Enquiries: +86 573 87617200
Massive viewing grandstands for the tide
Cultural museums
Public restrooms
Large parking lots (during festival season)

How to Get to Yanguan Ancient Town

Take a high-speed train to Haining West Station, then take a taxi (approx. 40 mins) to Yanguan, or use the Hangzhou-Haining Intercity Railway.

Yanguan Ancient Town Travel Safety & Advice

Dial 110 or 120. Never cross the safety barriers on the seawall. The tidal bore is extremely powerful and ignoring sirens can be deadly.

Practical Info

Yanguan Town, Haining City, Jiaxing, Zhejiang
08:00–16:30 (Viewing park hours may extend slightly depending on tide times)
+86 573 87617200

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On-site notes & editorial review

Tickets

The old town streets are free, but a combo ticket is required for the Qiantang R...

Online booking may be required

Tips

You must check the local tidal forecast online or via your hotel before visiting. Arrive at least an hour before the predicted tide time to...

Reality Check

Outside of the tidal bore season, the river viewing park is quiet and arguably underwhelming.
The exact time of the tidal bore varies daily according to the lunar calendar, making planning tricky.
Massive, chaotic crowds gather during the Mid-Autumn festival tide.