Zhujiajiao Water Town: Shanghai's Best-Preserved Ancient Town

World Travel Editorial · 2026-09-09 · 4 min read

This Zhujiajiao Water Town: Shanghai's Best-Preserved Ancient Town is a practical guide for first-time visitors. Follow the route section by section rather than trying to cover everything at once.

Zhujiajiao is an ancient town located in the Qingpu District of Shanghai. The population of Zhujiajiao is 95,536.

Itinerary summary

Suggested time: half day to full day
Zhujiajiao Town, Qingpu District
Metro Line 17 to Zhujiajiao
National 4A site; Fangsheng Bridge is Shanghai's largest five-arch stone bridge

How to plan your visit

Below is a section-by-section walk; skip or extend sections to suit your schedule. Check the 'Practical info' section before you set out.

Zhujiajiao Ancient Town

Address: Zhujiajiao Town, Qingpu District

Practical info

Tickets: town free; combined ticket for select sites 80 CNY
Transport: Metro Line 17 to Zhujiajiao, 10-15 min walk to old town
Tip: enter via Fangsheng Bridge, head north along Caogang St to Beidajie; arrive before 9 am to avoid crowds
Boat: 150 CNY per boat (up to 6 people)