Friends in Nanjing thought I was soaking in a hot spring in Japan

🌟 Just rolled back from Tangshan, Nanjing! My bestie kept asking after seeing my Moments, "Are you sure you didn’t secretly fly to Japan?" "Over 500 RMB per person to soak in cliffside hot springs + wearing kimono to shoot courtyard photos + devouring Japanese set meals, the nine-grid can’t even fit it all!" I can’t hold it in! This "Little Kyoto in Tangshan Hot Springs Guide" soaked in hot spring water must be revealed 👇 ------ 💸 Budget Reference: Two days and one night with a Kyoto vibe • Transportation: Take Metro Line 2 in downtown Nanjing, transfer to S6 Line directly to Tangshan Station, under 10 RMB one way! Taxi takes about 1 hour and costs under 100 RMB • Tickets: Basic hot spring centers cost 128-198 RMB per person (like Tangshan No.1), high-end private hot spring rooms with accommodation about 600-1000 RMB/night • Accommodation: Budget option is a guesthouse on Wenquan Road for 200 RMB/night; luxury experience at design hotels like Yuan Bo Ji with private hot springs • Dining: Simple meals in the scenic area cost about 50 RMB per person; authentic Huaiyang cuisine set meals start at 80 RMB per person Total budget: Budget-friendly 800 RMB/person, light luxury 1500 RMB/person (including food, lodging, and transportation) ------ 🏯 Must-visit spots: Hidden photo spots that instantly transport you to Kyoto ✅ Honeycomb Cliffside Hot Spring Terraced pools on the cliff edge look like a torii tunnel! Soaking in warm water with mountain views, shooting silhouettes in the mist rivals Arashiyama Bamboo Grove ✅ Jinwu Hot Spring Park Free! Foot soaking pools with maple leaf decorations along a long corridor; when lanterns light up at dusk, it feels like stepping into the Kinkaku-ji temple courtyard ✅ Yuan Bo Ji Hotel Cave Private Hot Spring Pure white geometric architecture + cave hot spring, soaking while gazing up at cascading natural light, perfect for Instagram-worthy shots ✅ Mine Pit Park Terraced hot springs transformed from an abandoned mine pit, with layered waterfall views intertwined with rocky mountains; the blue hour at dusk rivals Otaru ------ 🚶 Two-day leisurely route: Balance of hot springs and nature Day 1: Immersive hot spring experience • Morning: Arrive in Tangshan, check into a hot spring hotel or guesthouse • Afternoon: Choose a hot spring center (like Tangshan No.1, Ziqing Lake, etc.) to enjoy a hot spring bath • Evening: Relax at the free foot soaking area in Jinwu Hot Spring Park and enjoy the night view Day 2: Nature and cultural exploration • Morning: Visit Mine Pit Park or Yangshan Stele and other natural history and cultural sites • Afternoon: Choose based on interest to visit the Geological Park Museum or take an easy trip back ------ 🍱 Food recommendations: Warm comfort after hot springs • Hot spring eggs, hot spring tofu, and other snacks made using hot spring heat are worth trying • Local specialties like clay pot chicken and Tangshan chestnuts are perfect for replenishing energy after soaking • Some high-end hot spring hotels offer exquisite set meals to enhance the dining experience ------ 💡 Travel tips • Don’t soak in hot springs for too long at once; take multiple short dips and stay hydrated • Some hot spring scenic areas are large with various functional pools; choose according to personal preference and physical condition • Learn about the spring water’s mineral characteristics in advance (Tangshan hot springs contain various minerals) to enjoy different experiences Tangshan combines natural hot springs with landscape art, offering a unique leisure experience. Hope this information helps you plan a relaxing Tangshan hot spring trip.