Liyang Family Vacation Guide! A Healing Trip with Hot Springs + Bamboo Sea

Attention moms in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai! For autumn and winter vacations with kids, the Yushui Hot Springs and Nanshan Bamboo Sea around Tianmu Lake in Liyang are absolute must-visits. Soak in hot springs, admire the bamboo sea, and enjoy meaningful parent-child interactions～ 🔷 Scenic Overview Liyang’s three core scenic areas: Tianmu Lake Scenic Area, Nanshan Bamboo Sea, and Yushui Hot Springs. Nanshan Bamboo Sea and Yushui Hot Springs are adjacent, just a 10-minute walk apart, making the itinerary more compact and suitable for traveling with kids; Tianmu Lake Scenic Area is a bit farther away and can be chosen flexibly based on your schedule. ♨️ Yushui Hot Springs (A perfect spot for family hot spring bathing) ✅ Highlights: 1. Zhujian Hot Spring: Located on the mountaintop with an open-air design, you can soak in the hot spring while enjoying the endless bamboo sea. The environment is serene and the scenery stunning. When bathing with kids, pay attention to the water temperature and choose pools with warm water suitable for children. Soak for 15-20 minutes before resting. 2. Diverse Pools: Besides Zhujian Hot Spring, there are over 40 hot spring pools including wine pools, aloe pools, sulfur pools, stone slab steam, and fish therapy pools. You can choose according to the whole family’s preferences. The fish therapy pool is very popular with kids; the sensation of little fish nibbling the skin is fascinating and helps build children’s courage. ✅ Facilities: The hot spring area provides free drinking water, towels, and slippers. There is an indoor swimming pool and a lounge where you can recharge with your kids after soaking. The environment is comfortable. ♨️ Nanshan Bamboo Sea (Family nature exploration) ✅ Activities: 1. Mini Train + Cable Car (110 RMB/person): The mini train takes kids through the bamboo sea, enjoying the scenery along the way; the cable car ascends to high altitude, overlooking the entire bamboo sea, a vast green expanse that lets kids experience the grandeur of nature. Children under 1.2 meters ride free, offering great value. 2. Mini Train + Rail Car (190 RMB/person): The rail car goes up and down the mountain, traveling through the bamboo forest, letting kids enjoy the fun of “shuttling through the bamboo sea.” The scenery along the way is beautiful and perfect for photos. ✅ Parent-Child Interaction: Walk with your kids along the bamboo sea trails, observe the shapes of bamboo and the patterns on bamboo leaves, and explain the growth cycle and uses of bamboo. The scenic area has small animals like squirrels and birds, which you can look for and observe with your kids to cultivate their observation skills. ♨️ Tianmu Lake Scenic Area ✅ Recommendations: Families with ample time can visit, take a boat ride with kids to enjoy the lake and mountain views; the area has tea gardens and orchards where kids can experience picking fruit (seasonal), feeling the rural lifestyle. ✅ Dining Recommendations: Nearby farmhouses offer local specialties like Tianmu Lake fish head soup and Liyang white celery. The ingredients are fresh and the flavors mild, suitable for babies’ digestion. 🎫 Tickets & Transportation • Tickets: Various ticket packages can be purchased via the official WeChat public account. Family packages (1 adult + 1 child / 2 adults + 1 child) are more cost-effective. There are discounts during holidays, so buying in advance is more convenient. • Transportation: - High-speed train: Direct trains to Liyang are available from Shanghai, Nanjing, and other cities, with a travel time of 1-2 hours, making it easy to travel with kids. - Local transport: Taxis between scenic areas are convenient, and there are also shuttle buses connecting the scenic spots. Check the official WeChat public account for specific schedules. 🍜 Food Recommendations 1. Tianmu Lake Fish Head Soup: Tender meat and rich broth, nutritious and suitable for the whole family. You can choose a mild flavor that’s easy for babies to eat. 2. Scenic Area Barbecue: The barbecue stalls at the entrance offer a variety of ingredients including meat, vegetables, and seafood. Choose according to your taste and let your kids enjoy the fun of outdoor barbecue. 🏨 Accommodation Guide Recommended family-friendly luxury nature hotels: Liyang Tianmu Lake Shanshui Garden Hotel, Liyang Nanshan Bamboo Sea Hot Spring Resort Hotel, and Liyang Yushui Hot Spring Resort Hotel. All are close to the scenic areas and offer family rooms, children’s play facilities, and kids’ meals. Some hotels have their own hot spring pools, allowing the whole family to enjoy a comfortable vacation experience.