What to do in Zhouzhuang during Lantern Festival

(chinadaily.com.cn)

4. Admire festival gala

The annual Lantern Festival gala will be held as scheduled at Zhouzhuang Ancient Opera Stage, offering local residents and visitors an audiovisual feast with Kunqu Opera as a highlight.

Local residents and visitors enjoy a gala during Lantern Festival in Zhouzhuang. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

5. Take a night tour

Visitors are able to enjoy the unique night view of Zhouzhuang, with the cruise route passing by numerous attractions including Fu'an Bridge, Zhang House, Twins Bridge, Zhouzhuang Ancient Opera Stage, Quangong Bridge and Zhouzhuang Museum.

The service runs from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm in the off-season and extends by one more hour for peak season. The ticket price is set at 180 yuan（$26.7) per trip, which uses a traditional Chinese boat that can carry up to six persons.

The enchanting night view of a waterway in Zhouzhuang. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]