Hubei · China
Jingzhou travel guide
Jingzhou is a city in Hubei, China, home to about 5,231,000 people.
- Best months
- September and October
- Nearest airport
- SHS21 km · Jingzhou Shashi Airport
- Currency
- CNYrenminbi
- Time zone
- Asia/Shanghai
- Language
- Chinese, Putonghua, Standard Chinese
About
About Jingzhou
Jingzhou (Chinese: 荆州; pinyin: Jīngzhōu) is a prefecture-level city in southern Hubei province, China, located on the banks of the Yangtze River. Its total residential population was 5,231,180 according to the 2020 census, 1,068,291 of whom resided in the built-up (or metro) area comprising two urban districts.
Jingzhou, formerly known as Jiangling and Yingdu, is a prefecture-level city in Hubei Province, located in the south-central part of the province along the middle reaches of the Yangtze River. It borders Wuhan to the east, Yueyang (Hunan Province) to the south, and Yichang to the west, covering about 14,100 square kilometers with a population of around 5.13 million. The city has a humid subtropical monsoon climate with four distinct seasons, abundant rainfall, and numerous rivers and lakes.
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Things to do
What to see and do in Jingzhou
See
- Jingzhou Ancient City
- Binyang Tower
- Guandi Temple
- Jingzhou Museum
- Zhang Juzheng Former Residence
- Guan Yu Temple
- Wanshou Park
- Zhongshan Park
- Zhanghua Temple
- Chuwang Chariot and Horse Formation Scenic Area
Do
- Jingzhou Fantawild Oriental Heritage
- Jingzhou Ocean World
- Honghu Wetland National Nature Reserve
- Zhang Juzheng Street
- Jingzhou Fish Cake Festival
- Jingzhou Peach Blossom Festival
- Jingzhou Lotus Festival
- Jingzhou Chu Culture Festival
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Where to stay
Hotels in Jingzhou
2 hotels within 25 km of the centre, as recorded in Wikidata. Each name links to its encyclopedia article where there is one.
| Hotel | Opened | From centre |
|---|---|---|
| The Qube Hotel Jingzhou | 5.7 km | |
| Wanda Realm Jingzhou | 2.6 km |
When to go
The best time to visit Jingzhou
The most comfortable months for a city stay in Jingzhou are September and October. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 33 °C; July is the wettest, with about 197 mm of rain.
Comfortable means average daytime high between 18 °C and 29 °C and under 80 mm of rain in the month. Averages for 1991–2020 over the surrounding area, a grid square about 50 km across, so a coast or a nearby mountain can make the town itself warmer or cooler. Data: CRU TS v4.10, Climatic Research Unit, University of East Anglia (Open Database License).
Getting there
Getting to Jingzhou: airports and arrival
The nearest airport with scheduled flights is Jingzhou Shashi Airport (SHS), about 21 km from the city centre in a straight line; Yichang Sanxia Airport (YIH, 77 km) is also within reach.
Getting around
Jingzhou is a city famous for its ancient city walls and rich historical culture. Transportation is relatively convenient, with buses, taxis, and ride-hailing services as the main modes of travel. Since most attractions are concentrated in the Jingzhou Ancient City and Shashi urban area, public transportation is sufficient to easily visit the main tourist sites. Jingzhou's bus network covers major urban areas, tourist attractions, and transportation hubs. Fares are inexpensive (generally ¥1–2), and passengers can pay using a transit card or mobile QR code.
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SHS · Jingzhou Shashi Airport
YIH · Yichang Sanxia Airport
Local knowledge
Eating, drinking and staying safe in Jingzhou
Eat
Jingzhou's cuisine reflects the rich culinary traditions of the Jingchu region, influenced by the waterways of the Jianghan Plain. The local flavors emphasize freshness and taste, offering visitors a meaningful way to experience regional culture.
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Questions
Jingzhou: questions travellers ask
When is the best time to visit Jingzhou?
The most comfortable months for a city stay in Jingzhou are September and October. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 33 °C; July is the wettest, with about 197 mm of rain.
Which airport is closest to Jingzhou?
The nearest airport with scheduled flights is Jingzhou Shashi Airport (SHS), about 21 km from the city centre in a straight line; Yichang Sanxia Airport (YIH, 77 km) is also within reach.
What currency is used in Jingzhou?
renminbi (CNY).
Nearby
Destinations near Jingzhou
Sources: city facts from Wikidata and Wikipedia; airports from OurAirports; climate from CRU TS v4.10 (University of East Anglia Climatic Research Unit), 1991–2020 monthly means, 0.5° grid; places to stay, guest scores and amenities from each operator's own public pages. How this guide is made.