Jiangsu is a family-friendly place with amazing attractions at a great value. As you and your family travel through and explore different cities in Jiangsu, you will find several things that will appeal especially to kids. We can promise you a fun and rewarding vacation experience with your children in Jiangsu. Here are some of the best places for families with children traveling in the province:

Museums in Jiangsu
Are your kids curious about ancient and modern Chinese culture? Give them invaluable priceless experience with a visit to some of the many excellent museums in Jiangsu.

Nanjing Museum is widely considered to be one of the finest and largest museums in China. It has a truly superb collection of top quality cultural and artistic treasures. They are well presented in a modern setting, with labels and explanations in English! When Nanjing was the capital of China before 1949, this was the National Museum, many treasures from around the country were collected here. This is a must see attraction for visitors!

Nanjing Folk Customs Museum is located conveniently near one of Nanjing's main historic zones and shopping bazaars, the Fuzimiao area. The halls of the mansion have been converted into period rooms illustrating the different facets of life in traditional China. A very special household Buddhist shrine, which might interest you, is a small schoolroom where family children would be trained in the canonical Confucian texts. Formal reception rooms, and a traditional kitchens are all part of the attraction. Other rooms display the paraphernalia for events like weddings, funerals, and festivals. One of the most magnificent items is a lavishly decorated sedan chair used to carry the new bride to her new home, completely covered in intricate carvings.

Water Towns in Jiangsu
Water towns are places where tourists and visitors can see very authentic lifestyles of Chinese people, especially those who live in southeast China. Kids will be curious about the living habits, handmade arts and crafts and many other things happening here.

Zhouzhuang is affectionately known as the "Number One Water Town" for tourism,Its combination of charming bridges, enchanting narrow alleys, well preserved historic homes, and an array of small museums undeniably earn that moniker.
Visitors to Zhouzhuang can spend the night in a restored mansion, eat in traditional restaurants, see performances of local opera, and watch craftsmen shape local handicrafts, as they have for centuries. These amenities, combined with its unique charm and historic atmosphere make Zhouzhuang a memorable way to experience Jiangsu and the water towns of a China of centuries ago.

Tongli is another charming and historic water town outside Suzhou. It is located fairly close to Zhouzhuang, making it easy to visit and tour both in a day. Although they have many similar features, each has its own distinct personality, and offer unique tourism experiences. Many tourists feel that seeing both gives a new perspective on what makes each place so special.
There are several ways to experience the charming atmosphere and traditional rhythms of life in the water towns. A great place to take a break from your sightseeing is the historic Nanyuan Teahouse set alongside the banks of the Grand Canal. Tea is served in the traditional style, and sometimes troupes of local musicians perform traditional music.

If you have more time, several historic houses around the town have been converted into small inns serving tourists. Instead of staying at a hotel outside of the historic center, many visitors prefer the more memorable experience of staying in these homes. Each inn is run by a local family and their quality and cleanliness are certified by the local tourist board. You can enjoy home-cooked meals and try the authentic family-style dishes of the region. Best of all, you can experience the atmosphere of Tongli at your own pace. Watching the waters of the canals turn reddish orange as the sun sinks over the horizon, or seeing the town slowly come to life again in the mists of morning are truly unique vacation experiences. For more information, please click here.

Theme and Amusement Parks
If your kids are fans of theme or amusement parks, there are plenty of them in Jiangsu.