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Top things to do in Shaoxing

21 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.

Lu Xun Native Place
Museum4.1

Lu Xun Native Place

247 reviews

Lu Xun Native Place is the preserved childhood home and memorial museum of the pioneering Chinese writer Lu Xun.

St. Joseph's Church, Shaoxing

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What is the most visited attraction in Shaoxing?

Lu Xun Native Place draws the most traveler reviews of anywhere we track in Shaoxing, with 247 of them, rated 4.1 out of 5. Review volume is the closest honest proxy we have for how many people actually turn up, so it is what this list is ranked by.

Which place in Shaoxing do visitors rate highest?

St. Joseph's Church, Shaoxing holds the highest rating in Shaoxing among places with a meaningful number of reviews, at 4.1 out of 5 from 247 reviews. It is less busy than Lu Xun Native Place, which is often exactly why it scores better.

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Religious site
4.1

St. Joseph's Church, Shaoxing

247 reviews

St. Joseph's Church is a historic Catholic church in Shaoxing featuring striking Gothic architecture and stained glass.

Church of the True God, Shaoxing
Religious site4.1

Church of the True God, Shaoxing

247 reviews

A historic Protestant church built in early 20th-century Shaoxing, blending Western and Chinese architectural styles.

Museum
Museum4

Former Residence of Lu Xun, Shaoxing

247 reviews

Explore the preserved home and museum of Lu Xun, one of modern China's most influential writers, in Shaoxing.

Shaoxing
Neighborhood4.1

Shaoxing

247 reviews

Shaoxing is a historic water town crisscrossed by canals, with traditional architecture and cultural landmarks like Lu Xun's former residence.

Park & nature
Park & nature4

Shen Yuan (Shen Garden)

99 reviews

A classical Chinese garden in Shaoxing, part of Lu Xun's former residence, featuring traditional architecture and tranquil ponds.

Landmark
Landmark4

Sanwei College of Shaoxing

54 reviews

A historic private school in Shaoxing, once attended by the famous writer Lu Xun, now a museum showcasing traditional Chinese education.

Museum
Museum4

Luxun Memorial Hall of Shaoxing

49 reviews

Museum and former residence of the celebrated Chinese writer Lu Xun, located in his hometown of Shaoxing.

Landmark
Landmark4

Baicao Garden of Shaoxing

37 reviews

Baicao Garden is a tranquil classical Chinese garden in Shaoxing, known for its connection to the writer Lu Xun and featuring ponds, pavilions, and lush greenery.

Baozhu Bridge
Landmark4

Baozhu Bridge

33 reviews

A historic stone bridge famous for its perfect reflection in the water, creating a picturesque scene.

Guangning Bridge
Landmark4

Guangning Bridge

33 reviews

A graceful stone arch bridge spanning a canal, offering classic water-town views in Shaoxing.

Hongming Bridge
Landmark4

Hongming Bridge

33 reviews

A distinctive-shaped stone bridge tucked away in Shaoxing's water town, a hidden gem for explorers.

Xiegong Bridge
Landmark4

Xiegong Bridge

33 reviews

A Ming Dynasty stone bridge adorned with intricate carvings, offering a glimpse into ancient Chinese craftsmanship.

Baiwang Bridge
Landmark4

Baiwang Bridge

33 reviews

A long-span stone bridge over a river, providing expansive views of Shaoxing's waterways.

Bazi Bridge
Landmark4

Bazi Bridge

33 reviews

Bazi Bridge is a unique Song Dynasty stone bridge shaped like the Chinese character '八' (eight), offering a rare glimpse into ancient Chinese engineering.

Ying'en Bridge
Landmark4

Ying'en Bridge

33 reviews

An elegant stone arch bridge spanning a canal, known for its graceful curve and historic charm.

Park & nature
Park & nature3.5

Ta Mountain

15 reviews

A scenic hill in Shaoxing's Tashan Park offering city views, historic pagodas, and peaceful walking trails.

Dashan Pagoda
Religious site3.5

Dashan Pagoda

14 reviews

Dashan Pagoda is a historic Buddhist pagoda offering panoramic views of Shaoxing from its upper levels.

Former Residence of Cai Yuanpei
Museum3.4

Former Residence of Cai Yuanpei

7 reviews

Former Residence of Cai Yuanpei is the historic home of the renowned Chinese educator and scholar, now a museum.

Tishan Bridge
Landmark3

Tishan Bridge

3 reviews

A unique stepped stone bridge popular for photography, offering a distinctive perspective on Shaoxing's waterways.

Guangxiang Bridge
Landmark

Guangxiang Bridge

0 reviews

A distinctive high-arched stone bridge, a local landmark offering panoramic canal views.