What are some fun places to visit for a road trip around Shanghai?

Six hidden self-driving destinations around Shanghai, ready to explore at any time.

Deqing Mogan Mountain

The New York Times once selected it as one of the 45 most worthwhile travel destinations in the world. Located in the center of the beautiful and prosperous Shanghai-Nanjing-Hangzhou Golden Triangle, it is named after Mo Ye and Gan Jiang, who forged swords here during the Spring and Autumn Period. It is a national scenic area. It is a 3-hour drive from Shanghai and Ningbo, and just over an hour to Hangzhou.

Suichang Nanjiayan

The Nanjiayan Scenic Area in Zhejiang has an altitude of 1100-1626 meters. The highest temperature does not exceed 35°C. The air is fresh, and there are about 200 foggy days on average throughout the year, forming unique natural phenomena such as sea of clouds, sunsets, rainbows, snow scenes, rime, and ice hanging.

Lin'an Daming Mountain

The dazzling red leaves here are as brilliant as the sunset, as bright as fire, captivating visitors. The thousand-acre alpine meadow at the mountain top is a sea of golden yellow. The climate and geological conditions are similar to those of Huangshan, with dark, ink-like mountain colors resembling traditional Chinese ink wash paintings. The mountain is filled with peculiar pines, strange rocks, sea of clouds, and forested peaks, earning it the nickname 'Little Huangshan of Zhejiang'.

Gongyu Village

Gongyu Scenic Area is renowned for its majestic and towering landscape. The entire Gongyu stands tall and imposing, with cliffs connected to cliffs, stretching endlessly. Each peak stands independently, forming a unique entity. The stone forest and cliff walls each have their own charm. This tranquil small mountain village is shrouded in clouds and mist along the way, with fresh air. There are climbing ropes over 10 meters long, with moderate difficulty, suitable for beginners. Local farmhouses offer accommodation with basic conditions, suitable for camping.

Shangxi Village in Qiandao Lake

A hidden paradise beside towering mountains, Shangxi Village is a place that even ten out of ten people might not know about. In fact, it is nestled in the high mountains in the northern part of Qiandao Lake. Its obscurity, combined with its picturesque scenery and simple villagers, makes it a true hidden paradise. People living in bustling and noisy cities will experience an unprecedented sense of tranquility and comfort there.

Xiazhu Lake Wetland Scenic Area

The largest natural wetland in Jiangnan, Xiazhu Lake's magic lies in its expansive lake surface, blending seamlessly with the sky. The lake is interspersed with mounds and water networks, resembling a giant water maze. The mounds are covered with dense green bamboo, wild reeds, bamboo shoots, and swaying tree shadows throughout the year. Egrets dot the landscape, and beautiful kites fly freely in the sky. It is a place of nature, wildness, and tranquility, far from noise. The main mode of touring is by boat, allowing visitors to experience the primitive wildness and the return to nature.