Nanchan Temple is a working Buddhist temple founded in 547 AD with a tall pagoda, and entry to the temple grounds is free. Right alongside it runs Nanchang Street, a 1.5km historic lane on the Grand Canal lined with snack stalls, teahouses, antique and bird-and-flower markets that turns into a lantern-lit promenade after dark. It is the easiest free way to soak up Wuxi's old Jiangnan water-town atmosphere.
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◎ Liangxi District (old town)☾ Street open daily, liveliest in evening; temple grounds roughly 8:00-16:30✓ Verified Jun 2026
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9 hand-picked things to do in Wuxi, China —
3 completely free — each with a real address, price, hours, and an insider tip.
Updated June 2026.
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What are the best free things to do in Wuxi?
Nanchan Temple & Nanchang Street Canal Lane, Wuxi Museum (Wuxi Bowuyuan), Changguangxi National Wetland Park are among the 3 completely free activities in our Wuxi list. Each entry includes the address, hours, and an insider tip.
How much do things to do in Wuxi cost?
Our 9 hand-picked Wuxi activities range from free up to about $12 per person, with most under $25. Use the Free / Budget toggle on the deck to deal within your price range.
How does DrawTheDay pick activities in Wuxi?
Every activity is a real, verified place or experience with a current price, address, and opening hours — hand-picked for travelers and locals. Last updated June 2026.
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