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Wuzhen Old Water Town boondocking

Wutzhen water town canals
Wuzhen Old Water Town in the evening. In the background, we can see the old pagoda above the roof tops
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After the unpleasant night at the Wuzhen International camping, we arrived here.

After spending the night at Wuzhen camping, we decided to plunge into Wuzhen’s old water town and boondock in the parking area for the night. No other camping was nearby, so we stayed at the parking lot—a whopping 20CNY for 24-hour security + shops, and restaurants were available.

Wuzhen Old Water Town, lying in the northern part of Tongxiang City, Zhejiang Province, is a typical ancient town in southern China. It is about 80 kilometers (50 miles) from Hangzhou and Suzhou and 140 kilometers (87 miles) from Shanghai.

Two motorhomes parked under the trees in a parking area in Wuzhen, prepared for a boondocking experience. The motorhome on the right displays bold Chinese characters and a QR code, while a young girl with a backpack and an older man are seen standing nearby, checking the vehicle. The setup reflects a casual stop for travelers enjoying the scenic Watertown of Wuzhen on a boondocking journey through China
Wuzhen Old Water Town boondocking | Two RVs

Wuzhen Old Water Town, a 1300-year-old water town

We spent a whole day here, and it was terrific. All the narrow streets were filled with vendors, food vendors, and coffee shops, which was enjoyable for the stomach and eyes. In the morning, busloads of people start to come, so it is better to be early at the gate to avoid the bigger crowds.

Ornate wooden gate of Wuzhen Watertown, intricately carved with traditional Chinese motifs, standing proudly at the entrance to the scenic area. The detailed craftsmanship reflects the cultural heritage of Wuzhen, a historic Watertown known for its charm and well-preserved architecture
Wuzhen Old Water Town Gate stands tall and majestic.
Family taking a rest in Wuzhen Watertown, sitting along an ancient stone-paved alleyway with plants and traditional brick walls under the warm glow of lantern light. The atmosphere is serene, depicting the peaceful side of Wuzhen Watertown\'s old charm
Taking a rest after long walks at the Wuzhen Old Water Town
Wuzhen Old Water Town. Our travels with motor-home continues we visited this 1200 years old town
Wuzhen Old Water Town

Heading home from our first RV trip from Wuzhen Old Water Town

We needed to head home again after two nights in the Wuzhen area. We will surely continue the travels in China by RV or caravan. This trip was somehow a lesson learned.

The neighbours at the parking lot gave us good hints about additional accessories that are good to have, and the best was the application that could be used in the future to find good places for camping and rental.

Woyouzijia (窝友自驾) app.

There is a perfect app for travellers in China, and there are also other apps that you can use. Check our page for more information.
Unfortunately, it is only in Chinese. The name is Woyouzijia (窝友自驾). You can rent company/private RVs and check for camping/boondocking locations from it. No web page is available, only as an app for Android or IOS.

Two children sleeping peacefully in the backseat of our car after a weekend road trip by RV, surrounded by bags and travel essentials as they return home.
Young explorers after our first RV trip in China
View of a busy toll gate in Shanghai, China, with multiple lanes of cars waiting in traffic. The image shows the toll booths, signs indicating ETC (Electronic Toll Collection) and cash lanes, and the lines of vehicles under a bright sky. This scene highlights the typical Shanghai traffic at major entry points, capturing the mix of modern infrastructure and everyday commuting hustle.
We returned to Shanghai and back to the traffic jams after our first motor home trip in China.

Conclusion

It was an excellent weekend with minor issues at the campsite. Wuzhen Old Water Town is a place you must visit to see and taste. A weekend trip from Shanghai is easy as driving by the G50 highway takes less than two hours.

Sightseeing review

Wuzhen

Wuzhen Scenic Area

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乌镇风景区

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China, Zhejiang, Jiaxing, Tongxiang, 石佛南路18号 邮政编码: 314501

Wutzhen water town canals
Experienced boondocking at Wuzhen Old Water Town, a 1,300-year-old gem with scenic canals, historic architecture, and delicious local foods—a perfect cultural escape!

Our experience

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Summary

Old Water town in Wuzhen that is really worth a visit. Cobblestone paved small alleys with local food stalls serving delicious snacks and drinks.

Pros

  • An authentic town with old-style houses
  • The food. Many small stands where you can get all types and tastes. Coffee shops available
  • Boondocking in the parking lot, 24/7 security, and it cost only 20CNY/night
  • Public toilets available
  • Close to the sightseeing spot
  • Restaurants for the evening closeby

Cons

  • It is a parking lot, and no water or electricity is available
  • Tour buses arriving in the morning with tour guides' megaphones
  • No cooking outside allowed
  • It might be crowded on Chinese holidays

Location

Wuzhen Scenic Area
Wuzhen Scenic Area
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