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Taizhou, China
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Most popular attractions in Taizhou, China
1. Guoqing Temple
Hilltop Buddhist complex with ornate halls and stone sutras, core site of the Tiantai tradition. Explore quiet courtyards, climb the pagoda and enjoy mountain and river views.
2. Tiantai Mountain
Ancient Guoqing Temple and mist-wreathed peaks offer serene mountain Buddhism and sweeping views. Climb stone stairways or ride the cable car to sunrise cloud-sea panoramas.
3. Taizhou Museum
Explore Taizhou's maritime and regional history through clear displays and local artifacts. Walk through archaeology, folk art, and interactive exhibits that bring community stories alive.
4. Taizhou Bay National Wetland Park
Expansive coastal wetlands full of migrant birds and quiet nature trails. Walk boardwalks, climb viewing towers and photograph reedbeds, mudflats and waders.
5. Dachen Islands
Rugged island scenery and fresh seafood off Taizhou's coast. Explore fishing villages, rocky cliffs, sandy coves and sunrise sea-view walks.
Things to Do in Taizhou, China
Popular activities and local experiences recommended by travelers
Traditional Sweet Dishes
Osmanthus Rice Cake (桂花年糕)
Taizhou uses locally harvested osmanthus to scent soft sweet rice cakes that are especially popular at festivals, giving them a floral perfume and a delicate texture.
Tangyuan (Glutinous Rice Balls)
A Lantern Festival and winter favorite in Taizhou, these glutinous rice balls are often filled with sesame or sweet bean paste and serve as a symbol of family reunion.
Sugar-Coated Osmanthus Pastry (糖桂花糕)
Small pastries glazed with syrup and the region's fragrant osmanthus are a classic Taizhou treat, prized for their balance of sweetness and floral notes.
Traditional Savory Dishes
Sanmen Crab (三门青蟹)
From Sanmen County in Taizhou, this blue-green coastal crab is celebrated across Zhejiang for its sweet, delicate meat and is a seasonal delicacy in autumn.
Taizhou Yellow Croaker (台州黄鱼)
Fresh yellow croaker from Taizhou's coastal waters is commonly steamed or lightly braised to showcase its sweet flesh, and it is a local seafood signature.
Taizhou Fish Balls (台州鱼丸)
Handmade fish balls made from local white fish are famous for their springy, bouncy texture and are a staple in Taizhou soups and noodle dishes.
Traditional Beverages
Jasmine Tea (茉莉花茶)
Jasmine tea, scented with locally grown blossoms, is a daily classic in Taizhou and pairs naturally with the region's light, seafood-forward cuisine.
Local Rice Wine (本地黄酒/米酒)
Small-batch rice wines brewed in Taizhou are used for drinking and cooking, offering a mellow, slightly sweet backbone to many traditional dishes.
Osmanthus Tea (桂花茶)
Osmanthus flowers are steeped into tea across Taizhou for a fragrant, gently sweet drink that complements local pastries and seafood.
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Day trips
Xianju National Park
Granite peaks, waterfalls, walking trails, and temples.
Google MapsLinhai Ancient City
Well-preserved city wall and historic streets.
Google MapsTiantai Mountain (Guoqing Temple)
Sacred mountain with Guoqing Temple, scenic hikes.
Google MapsSanmen Islands
Coastal islands, beaches, seafood; good for a seaside day trip.
Google MapsNingbo city
Large port city with temples, museums, and shopping.
Google MapsComments (6)
Intercity buses to Linhai leave from East Bus Station, they run more often and cost less than trains; book a day ahead on weekends.
Skip restaurants on the main square, walk two blocks into the alleys for cheaper dumplings. Try the riverside stall after 5pm for great soup dumplings.
City center mornings are peaceful, heat in July is brutal though. Street food stalls are worth it, just bring cash for small vendors.
Loved Taizhou's coastline and seafood markets, people were friendly. Not crowded like bigger cities, perfect for a 3-day chill trip.
Got a bit bored after two days if you only do museums, bring patience for slow service but the tea shops made up for it.
Getting there
Airports
Train stations
Conventional lines connecting Ningbo, Wenzhou, regional services.
Ningbo-Wenzhou high-speed line, fast connections to Ningbo and Shanghai.
From Taizhou Luqiao Airport take taxi or airport shuttle to city center, about 20-30 minutes.
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