Zhenjiang lies directly across the Yangtze from Yangzhou and offers a hillside temple and a preserved Song-Yuan ferry street. Jinshan Temple, a Buddhist complex clustered up a small hill, is the setting for the legend of the White Snake. The Xijin Ferry old street preserves Qing and Republican-era shop houses and the original ferry crossing used since the Tang.
Zhenjiang lies directly across the Yangtze from Yangzhou and offers a hillside temple and a preserved Song-Yuan ferry street. Jinshan Temple, a Buddhist complex clustered up a small hill, is the setting for the legend of the White Snake. The Xijin Ferry old street preserves Qing and Republican-era shop houses and the original ferry crossing used since the Tang.
Zhenjiang is also known for black vinegar, so a vinegar-making museum or the noodle breakfast is a draw for food-minded visitors.
| Distance | About 30 km south across the Yangtze |
|---|---|
| Travel time | About 30-45 minutes by train or intercity bus |
| Getting there | Intercity train from Yangzhou or Yangzhou East to Zhenjiang or Zhenjiang South (about 20-35 minutes, CNY 15-30, approx USD 2-4); book on 12306 or Trip.com; then Didi or bus No. 4 to Jinshan. |
| Difficulty | easy |
| Address | Jinshan Temple, 62 Jinshan Road, Jingkou District, Zhenjiang (镇江市京口区金山路62号金山寺) |
How to get there
- Train Yangzhou to Zhenjiang: about 20-35 minutes, CNY 15-30 (~$2-4)
- Intercity bus from Yangzhou West Bus Station: about 60 minutes, CNY 20-30 (~$3-4)
- Didi: about CNY 150-200 (~$21-28) one way
Suggested itinerary
- 08:00 Train from Yangzhou to Zhenjiang
- 09:00 Jinshan Temple
- 12:00 Zhenjiang noodle lunch
- 14:00 Xijin Ferry street
- 17:00 Train back
Location
Jinshan Temple, 62 Jinshan Road, Jingkou District, Zhenjiang (镇江市京口区金山路62号金山寺)
32.2227, 119.3945 View on map
Highlights
- Jinshan Temple
- Xijin Ferry old street
- Zhenjiang black vinegar
- Yangtze river view
Tips for visiting
- Take an early train
- Buy Jinshan tickets on WeChat
- Try guogai noodles at breakfast
When to visit
Spring and autumn weekdays
Accessibility
Steps at the temple; the ferry street is mostly flat.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the trip?
About 30 minutes by train each way.
Is it good for a day?
Yes; one full day covers the temple and the ferry street.