Turtle Head Isle (Yuantouzhu)
Tourist Map of Turtle Head Isle |
Paradise of Cherry Blossom
Generally, in March and April, the attraction will also be open from 18:00 to21:00 for tourists to enjoy the flowers decorated by lights at night. The night opening time is only for reference, so it is best to check the specific time locally to confirm. Every year from mid March to early May, Yuantouzhu International Cherry Blossom Festival will be held bringing in people from all over the world to enjoy the flowers. If you have the opportunity, take part in the activities to enjoy the grand festival.
Taihu Fairy Islands
Chongshan Yinxiu
How to Get to Turtle Head Isle
Tour Bus: Tour Bus No.1 is available to reach Yuantouzhu. The whole route involves several famous attractions in Wuxi. The ticket has two types: CNY15 for a single day and CNY30 for two days, valid within 24/48 hours starting from the first time used. With the ticket, you can get on and off at any stop with no limit. Each adult is permitted to take one child under1.3 m tall (around 4 ft) free of charge. For the route that Turtle Head Isle is the second stop, the operation time of the bus is 08:00-16:40; for the opposite route, it is 08:30-17:00.
Other Facts
Ticket Price | Adult and child over 1.4 m (around 4.5 ft): CNY 90 |
Child under 1.1 m (around 3.5 ft): Free | |
Child of 1.1-1.4 m: CNY 45 | |
Opening Hours | 08:00-17:00 |
Best Traveling Time | March to May |
Suggesting Length of Visit | 4-6 hours |
1. The fare for the sightseeing bus inside the attraction is included in the ticket price.
2. To travel between Turtle Head Isle and Taihu Fairy Islands, you can take aship or speedboat for sightseeing. Taking a ship for a single journey generally takes 20 minutes and the fare is included in the entrance ticket price, while that for a speedboat generally takes 10 minutes for an additional fare of CNY 30. The wharf of the ship and speedboat are located near each other, only about 50 m (55 yards) away.
Nearby Attractions
Li Garden: 4 km (2.5 mi) east to the attraction. It is one of the major attractions near Taihu Lake, famous as the private resort of a statesman named Fan Li in ancient China.
Further Reading: Top 10 Things to Do in Wuxi
- Last updated on Nov. 17, 2023 -
Questions & Answers on Turtle Head Isle (Yuantouzhu)
Asked by Xinhe | Nov. 16, 2023 22:34Reply
Is there an entrance fee?
Is there an entrance fee to the park, if so is there a ticket office on site or do you have to buy online in advance. If you have to buy online, from where do I buy it?
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Answered by Harry | Nov. 17, 2023 00:16
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Yes, it costs CNY 90 for an adult. You can buy a ticket at the spot.
Asked by KC from MALAYSIA | Apr. 14, 2023 04:32Reply
Trip Itinerary to Wuxi in April
My wife and I are planning to visit the Turtle Head Isle and the Grand Buddha at LingShan from Suzhou. We are going for an overnight stay. Appreciate if someone can suggest an itinerary. Thank you.
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Answered by Scott | Apr. 16, 2023 22:41
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On day 1, take a high speed train from Suzhou to Wuxi Railway Station, then change to local city bus no.1 to Turtle Head Isle. After, stay overnight in Wuxi.
On day 2, continue to visit Lingshan Giant Buddha. City bus no.88 runs there, also starting from Wuxi Railway Station. After, go back to the railway station and take another train back to Suzhou.
On day 2, continue to visit Lingshan Giant Buddha. City bus no.88 runs there, also starting from Wuxi Railway Station. After, go back to the railway station and take another train back to Suzhou.
Asked by Tanny Kee from SINGAPORE | Dec. 14, 2019 01:04Reply
How to go turtle head isle from Three Kingdom City?
Hi, i am going to Wuxi for a day from Shanghai and I will be visiting Three Kingdom City first followed by Taihu Lake.
As such, would like to find out if it is nearer to for to Taihu Lake or to go turtle head isle from Three Kingdom City? and what are the modes of transport available.
Thank you.
As such, would like to find out if it is nearer to for to Taihu Lake or to go turtle head isle from Three Kingdom City? and what are the modes of transport available.
Thank you.
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Answered by Kenny from SINGAPORE | Dec. 17, 2019 16:40
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You can take bus No.82 from Three Kingdom City station to Baojiecun station, and walk west around 150m to Turtle head scenic area.
Asked by JimmyBoy from PHILIPPINES | Dec. 12, 2019 00:25Reply
Are there any restaurants in Turtle head area?
What is the best restaurants to go for lunch?
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Answered by Gary from MALAYSIA | Dec. 15, 2019 17:08
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Yes, there are many great restaurants in the scenic area like Hengyun Restaurant, Tianxiang Restaurant.
Asked by Julie from HONG KONG | Apr. 06, 2019 02:51Reply
What is the closest railway station (Wuxi or Wuxi East) to go to Turtle Head Isle?
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Answered by nina from CANADA | Apr. 08, 2019 01:24
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Wuxi Railway Station is much closer.
From Wuxi Railway Station, you can find public bus line 1 to reach Turtle Head Isle directly.
From Wuxi Railway Station, you can find public bus line 1 to reach Turtle Head Isle directly.