Gaoyou is a small canal city known for its salted duck eggs, its lake and its Song-era literati sites. Wenyou Terrace, built in the 11th century, is a hilltop pavilion associated with four poets, including Su Shi. The nearby Gaoyou Lake offers ferry rides and views of the old canal.
Gaoyou is a small canal city known for its salted duck eggs, its lake and its Song-era literati sites. Wenyou Terrace, built in the 11th century, is a hilltop pavilion associated with four poets, including Su Shi. The nearby Gaoyou Lake offers ferry rides and views of the old canal.
Shaobo ancient town, about 25 km south, adds a canal village with Qing lanes and tea houses.
| Distance | About 45 km north |
|---|---|
| Travel time | About 45-60 minutes by bus or train |
| Getting there | Intercity train or bus from Yangzhou to Gaoyou (about 45-60 minutes, CNY 15-30, approx USD 2-4); Didi in town about CNY 10-20 (~$1.50-3). |
| Difficulty | easy |
| Address | Wenyou Terrace, Wenyou Road, Gaoyou (扬州市高邮市文游台路文游台) |
How to get there
- Intercity bus Yangzhou to Gaoyou: about 60 minutes, CNY 15-25 (~$2-3.50)
- Train: about 45 minutes, CNY 20-30 (~$3-4)
- Didi: about CNY 100-150 (~$14-21)
Suggested itinerary
- 08:30 Bus to Gaoyou
- 10:00 Wenyou Terrace
- 12:00 Lunch with duck-egg dishes
- 14:00 Lake ferry
- 16:30 Return
Location
Wenyou Terrace, Wenyou Road, Gaoyou (扬州市高邮市文游台路文游台)
32.7850, 119.4430 View on map
Highlights
- Wenyou Terrace
- Gaoyou Lake
- Salted duck eggs
- Shaobo canal town
Tips for visiting
- Combine with Shaobo
- Try salted duck-egg dishes
- Take cash for small shops
When to visit
Spring and autumn
Accessibility
Steps at the terrace.
Frequently asked questions
What is Gaoyou known for?
Salted duck eggs and its Song-era literati sites.
Is Shaobo worth visiting?
Yes for a quiet canal town.