Wuxi
China · Jiangsu ShengCN
Prefecture-level city in Jiangsu, People's Republic of China
Wuxi is a city in southern Jiangsu, China. As of 2024, it had a population of 7,495,000. The city lies in the southern Yangtze delta and borders Lake Tai. Notable landmarks include Lihu Park, the Mt. Lingshan Grand Buddha Scenic Area and its 88-meter (289 ft)-tall Grand Buddha at Ling Shan statue, Xihui Park, Wuxi Zoo, and the Wuxi Museum. Transportation options include Wuxi Shuofang Airport, Wuxi Metro, Shanghai–Nanjing intercity high-speed railway, and Beijing–Shanghai high-speed railway. Wuxi is home to Jiangnan University.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 7,462,135
- Coordinates
- 31.569, 120.289
- Timezone
- Asia/Shanghai
Overview of Wuxi
Wuxi belongs to Jiangsu Sheng, China and has the feel of a big-city destination. It counts about 7,462,135 residents. Which tells you how much ground there is to cover. The local offer centres on culture, nature and water sports. Season planning starts with its northern-hemisphere location.
Things to do in Wuxi
Culture in Wuxi
(4)For culture, expect Ancient Ruins, Architectural Buildings, Statues and Towers. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. The list follows Wuxi's own activity tags.
Nature in Wuxi
(4)Wuxi records Caves, Countryside, Lakes and Rivers under nature. Everything listed here comes from what Wuxi is actually tagged with. A compact set that still fills a visit.
Water Sports in Wuxi
(3)For water sports, expect Bodyboard, Water Sports and Windsurfing. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Wuxi.
Adventure in Wuxi
(1)Under adventure, Wuxi is tagged with Treasure Hunts. Each one is worth building half a day around. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Wuxi.
Nightlife in Wuxi
(1)For nightlife, expect Pubs. Each one is worth building half a day around. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Wuxi.
Sports in Wuxi
(1)On the sports side, Wuxi offers Hunting. Everything listed here comes from what Wuxi is actually tagged with. A compact set that still fills a visit.
Wellness in Wuxi
(1)On the wellness side, Wuxi offers Farms. All of it is drawn from Wuxi's recorded activities. A compact set that still fills a visit.
More to do in Wuxi
(1)The other activities shortlist for Wuxi: Secret. Everything listed here comes from what Wuxi is actually tagged with. A compact set that still fills a visit.
Best time to visit Wuxi
June to September is the window for swimming, boating and beach time.
Getting there & around
As a big city, Wuxi is usually reachable by air or rail, with public transport on arrival. Time zone: Asia/Shanghai.
Similar destinations
Places near Wuxi that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Wuxi known for?
- Wuxi, in Jiangsu Sheng, China, is best known for culture, nature and water sports. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 7,462,135 residents.
- What can you do in Wuxi?
- Recorded activities in Wuxi include Ancient Ruins, Architectural Buildings, Statues, Towers and Caves. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Wuxi?
- June to September is the window for swimming, boating and beach time.
- Where is Wuxi located?
- Wuxi is located in Jiangsu Sheng, China. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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