Sucheng
Praised as a "Land of Peach Blossoms", Sucheng is enclosed by mountains on three sides and opens to the sea in the southeast. Legend says Emperor Li Shimin of the Tang Dynasty stayed here overnight, hence its name. The scenic area is famed for secluded wild mountain landscapes.
- Chuanshan Waterfall: 20 RMB
- Baojia Mountain: 20 RMB
- Maple Valley: 15 RMB (peak season), 10 RMB (off season)
- Combo ticket for all sites: 55 RMB
- Self-drive: Lianyungang → Lianhuo Expressway (port direction) → Yuwan Toll Station → East Port Expressway → Exit at Sucheng Interchange.
- Public transit from Xinpu: Take BRT (2 RMB fare) to Platform 149 at Xugou, cross to the opposite regular bus stop and transfer to Bus No.34 or 35 (2 RMB fare) bound for Sucheng.
Peacock Valley Scenic Area
A mountain lake natural scenic spot developed in recent years, surrounded by untouched primeval forests rarely trodden by visitors.
The terrain features undulating peaks, crisscrossing deep valleys, and winding streams, waterfalls and ponds that converge and disperse dynamically. Wild flowers bloom all year round, with birds singing amid fragrant foliage and fresh forest air. It is a perfect retreat for seclusion and reconnecting with nature, earning the reputation "Shangri-La of Jiangsu, a hidden paradise".
- Ticket: 20 RMB
Reference Routes
- Self-drive: Exit at Lianyungang South (Ninghai) on Nanjing-Lianyungang, Xuzhou-Lianyungang, Lianyungang-Yancheng or Fenghua-Guan Expressways, turn right after driving 3 km toward downtown, follow South Island Road for 12 km.
- Public transit: Take the Xinpu-Yuwan Dadaoshan shuttle bus, alight at Shandongzhuang Roundabout, then head west uphill to Peacock Valley.
Part 2: Mountain Hiking Attractions
Seaborne Yuntai Mountain
Rising steeply against the sea, it boasts spectacular grand vistas. A 1,180-meter network links cliff walkways, suspension bridges and cloud promenades, leading straight to Erwei Summit.
The mountain has fresh air and sparse crowds, evoking the feeling of an isolated paradise.
- Ticket: 80 RMB (peak season), 60 RMB (off season)
Reference Route: Take BRT from downtown Lianyungang to Platform 149 at Xugou, cross to the opposite regular bus stop and transfer to Bus No.34 or 35 to the Sucheng terminal, then walk 500 meters west to the main scenic entrance.
North Gu Mountain
A downtown coastal mountain located on the waterfront of Xugou Street, Lianyun District.
A hidden hiking trail winds up North Gu Mountain, earning the area the nickname "Little Hong Kong". Paved with vibrant red and green plastic surfaces, the trail brims with vitality. Hikers can overlook coastal waters and high-rise buildings of Lianyun District from the path.
- Ticket: Free
- Route: Take BRT to Hospital No.149 Stop and walk there.
Part 3: Parks & Wetlands
Qingsong Ridge Forest Park, Donghai
Formerly a state-owned forest farm, after nearly a decade of development it has become East China’s largest forest hot spring resort open to the public. Covering almost 7,000 mu, it integrates gardens, hot springs, camping and barbecue zones.
Far away from urban bustle, it exudes pure tranquility, with green waters embracing verdant mountains for a peaceful, back-to-nature experience.
- Driving Route: Lianyungang-Xuzhou Expressway → Donghai Exit → Donghai urban area → Route 310 via Qinghu Lake → Provincial Highway S225 → Qingsong Ridge Forest Park
- Tel: 0518-87832288
Moon Lake Mongolian Yurt Complex
Nearly 30 Mongolian yurts stand here, decorated with sculptures of Genghis Khan, warhorses and Mongolian warriors, fully immersed in authentic Mongolian culture.
- Cost: around 100 RMB per person
- Address: Mongolian Yurt Complex, Moon Lake Scenic Area, Lianyungang
- Tel: 0518-88979999 / 85521111
Haixi Park, Guannan
Designed around the long-standing culture of the ancient Haixi Kingdom, the park highlights harmony between humanity and nature, history and modern life. Centered on a lake shaped like China’s map, it features one island, one pavilion, one sculpture, two bridges, three kiosks and two plazas. More than 2,000 mature ginkgo and camphor trees are planted across its 102 mu grounds, making it a popular leisure destination for locals.
- Tel: 0518-83287902
- Address: No.19 Xindong Road, Guannan County
- Ticket: Free
Yilu Mountain Scenic Area
A branch of the Taihang Mountains, named after Yi Yin, the wisest prime minister of the Shang Dynasty, who retired here in his old age after founding the dynasty.
Beyond its long history and picturesque mountain waters, the scenic spot features captivating cultural relics: cliff stone statues, carved calligraphy, poems and essays left by literati, and folk legends passed down through generations, all bearing witness to the mountain’s profound historical heritage.
- Tel: 0518-88511026
- Address: Yilu Township, Guanyun County
- Ticket: Free
Qinshan Island Tourism Resort
Originally named Qin Mountain, for its silhouette resembling a jade qin zither floating alone on the sea. The island lies about 8 km offshore, dotted with over 20 major historic sites: a thousand-year ancient pavilion, Xu Fu Well, Goddess Temple, Pearl Receiving Platform, Eastern Qin Gate and Divine Stone Path. It has long been hailed as "Ancient Qinshan Island, Fairyland of the Yellow Sea".
Its three unrivaled wonders are the Divine Stone Path, General’s Rock and sea mirages; three unique native species are langjun fish, vine horse creeper and love beans.
- Tel: 0518-86310999
- Address: Songkou Village, Qingkou Town, Ganyu District
- Ticket: 120 RMB (includes round-trip ferry ticket)
Qingkou Ecological Park
Located on the south bank of Qingkou River, east of West Huancheng Road, this 28-hectare green space is Ganyu District’s largest comprehensive ecological park. Centered on the themes "Green, Healthy, Leisurely", it leverages existing local water systems and landforms to create landscapes that blend mountains, lakes, waterways, forests and grasslands. Free entry for all citizens.
- Tel: 0518-86299172
- Address: Zhuqi Road, Qingkou Town, Ganyu District
- Ticket: Free
Xiaota Mountain Water Conservancy Scenic Area
Bordering the residual Yimeng Mountain range to the west and Dawu Mountain to the north, the resort is built around Xiaota Mountain Reservoir, Jiangsu’s second-largest reservoir. Covering 40 square kilometers (24 sq km of water surface), it is ringed by rolling hills and vast blue waters. Grand hydraulic structures release surging floodwaters, paired with cultural relics such as Duanmu Reading Platform and ancestral hall ruins carrying profound historical weight.
- Tel: 0518-886791071
- Address: Tashan Town, Ganyu District
- Ticket: Free
Longhai Commercial & Cultural Tourism Zone
Situated in Haizhou’s central business district, this modern pedestrian street was built in 2001 on the former Longhai Railway ruins. Stretching over 1,170 meters, it integrates shopping, culture, catering & entertainment, sightseeing, business offices and exhibition spaces. It consists of four distinct architectural zones: Kowloon World Trade City (modern style), East Pedestrian Street (coastal style), Central Pedestrian Street (simple European style) and West Pedestrian Street (garden style).
- Tel: 0518-85406512
- Address: Haizhou Pedestrian Street
- Transit: Take B1 or B1K to Civic Square or Tianranju Stop, then walk 600 meters to Longhai Pedestrian Street
- Ticket: Free
North Gu Mountain Ecological Park
A pivotal intersection of mountain and sea vistas blessed with unbeatable panoramic scenery. Occupying Lianyungang’s prime coastal viewing spot, it is surrounded by green hills with unobstructed views overlooking Haizhou Bay, Lianyungang Port and East & West Liandao Islands. Though compact, it boasts exquisite landscapes: winding waterfront boardwalks, carefully curated green vegetation and blooming seasonal flowers. Unique decorative structures blend primitive ecology with modern design.
- Tel: 0518-82310153
- Address: Lianyun New Town, Lianyun District
- Transit: Take direct B1, B1 or B1K to Zaihai Yifang Park Stop, then walk 800 meters
- Ticket: Free
Phoenix Mountain Scenic Area
Once an offshore island, ancient literati praised it as "Penglai on the Sea, a sacred eastern land". It connected to the mainland in the early Qing Dynasty. In ancient times, a treacherous strait separated West Phoenix Mountain from Kongwang Mountain in Haizhou. The crossing points were formerly named Black Wind Pass and Peaceful Wind Ferry. Xiye Pavilion on West Phoenix Mountain and Chengcha Pavilion on Kongwang Mountain served as rest stops for ancient sea travelers.
- Tel: 0518-85917029
- Address: Nancheng Town, Haizhou District
- Ticket: Free
Xinpu Park
Designed as a comprehensive cultural and leisure green space for Haizhou residents, it features classical garden-style scenic zones, children’s playgrounds, animal viewing areas, flower cultivation gardens and waterside pavilions.
- Tel: 0518-85413324
- Address: No.175 Nanji Road, Haizhou District
- Transit: Take Bus No.5 or 19 to Huanghai Cinema Stop, then walk 70 meters
- Ticket: Free
Yuntai Aquatic Flower Garden
Nestled at the southern foot of Yuntai Mountain, close to downtown with convenient transport and a prime location. Spanning roughly 20,000 mu, the park prioritizes modern efficient facility agriculture to build a vibrant, eco-friendly rural landscape. It has developed into a well-known provincial agricultural and rural tourism destination with complete facilities and pleasant scenery, ideal for local residents’ leisure getaways.
- Tel: 0518-85952143
- Address: Yuntai Farm, Haizhou District
- Ticket: Free
Lianyungang Seafood Food & Cultural Tourism Zone
Xugou Seafood Food City hosts 52 shops, 369 parking spaces and 347 private dining rooms with capacity for 3,470 simultaneous guests. Its 30 major merchants serve over 2,000 diners daily. Drawing on abundant seafood resources from Haizhou Bay (swimming crabs, fish, shrimp and shellfish), it offers more than a hundred seafood varieties featuring unique local cooking techniques. Rooted in time-honored folk culture and fishing village traditions, its seafood flavors enjoy nationwide renown.
- Tel: 0518-82251777
- Address: No.39 Middle Haitang Road, Lianyun District
- Transit: Take direct B1, B1 or B1K to Xugou Shopping Center Stop, then walk 400 meters
- Ticket: Free
Qinglong Mountain Revolutionary Martyrs Cemetery
The memorial hall covers 500 square meters, housing extensive archives, photos and precious relics documenting joint anti-Japanese resistance by military and civilians and the struggle for democratic liberation. Collections include witness statements from survivors, personal items and handwritten notes of martyrs, plus captured Japanese military sabers and bullet casings — tangible evidence of the invaders’ crimes.
- Tel: 0518-85381850
- Address: Southwest of Kongwang Mountain, Haizhou District
- Ticket: Free
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