04 Female College Student’s Budget Trip to Jingdezhen｜Explore the City of Ceramics with Just a Hundred Yuan, A Dual Journey of Art and Food

04 Female College Student’s Budget Trip to Jingdezhen｜Explore the City of Ceramics with Just a Hundred Yuan, A Dual Journey of Art and Food As a female college student born in 2004, I ventured into Jingdezhen with just a few hundred yuan and fully experienced the artistic vibe and everyday life of this small ceramic city! The city’s attractions are concentrated enough to explore thoroughly by riding a shared electric bike, focusing on flexibility, saving money, and spontaneous travel—perfect for students and budget travelers to copy! 🌿 Playing in Jingdezhen: From Millennia-Old Porcelain Charm to Jiangnan Ancient Elegance Must-visit during the day • China Ceramics Museum Free admission! Closed on Mondays~ See the full history of porcelain development from ancient celadon to modern art ceramics in one stop—porcelain fans will be thrilled. • Imperial Kiln Museum A must for architecture lovers! The design of lines and light is stunningly perfect. Take high-end architectural photos during the day and atmospheric sunset shots in the evening—your camera memory will run out fast. • Sanbao Village A village full of artistic atmosphere, surrounded by green mountains and waters plus pottery studios. It’s common to encounter artists at work, and wandering around feels like visiting an art exhibition. • Yaoli Ancient Town If you have extra time, definitely go! Ancient bridges, flowing water, old houses—the Jiangnan ancient charm is literally stamped on your face, comparable to “Jingdezhen’s Wuzhen.” Evening to night strolls • Taoyang New Village The real vibe comes alive at night! The lively atmosphere of the old porcelain factory hits you like a time travel back to the bustling Ming and Qing dynasty porcelain factories. • Taoxichuan Cultural and Creative Street The nightlife hub for young people! Night markets, live houses, trendy brand stores all in one place, known as the “Jingdezhen version of 798.” 🛒 Porcelain Shopping Guide: Find “Exclusive Memories” on a Budget • Pottery Street A treasure street that sets up stalls in the evening! Chat with vendors about their creative stories, and for just a few dozen yuan, you can get unique handmade ceramics—great for gifts or personal use. • Sculpture Porcelain Factory Ming-Qing Garden A long-established ceramic market with everything from tableware to ornaments and art ceramics. Skilled bargainers can get big discounts—students, just go for it. ☕ Check-in List: Coffee, Food & Perfect Photo Spots for Double Satisfaction Delicious temptations • Tiemen Coffee Specialty coffee blind picks never fail, the shop’s style is top-notch, you’ll want to sit all afternoon without leaving. • YAYA Global Bakery Croissants and egg tarts so fragrant that even neighboring shops ask for the link—carb lovers will instantly feel like gods. Top photo spots • Taoxichuan Night View Ceramic buildings plus night market lights, every snap looks like a “fashion magazine cover.” • Along Sanbao Village The perfect combo of green mountains and pottery architecture, tagging your location as “Jingdezhen” on social media will make friends think you’re in a foreign art village. • Imperial Kiln Museum The building itself is a work of art, lines and light are always photogenic, even photography beginners can get great shots. • Yaoli Ancient Town Feels like Jiangnan water town, wearing Hanfu for photos is like “time traveling back to Ming and Qing.” • Taoyang New Village Night Market Night market lights plus handmade ceramics, the lively atmosphere is perfectly captured. 🍜 Food Map: Locals’ Secret “Carb Paradise” Must-eat main meals • Old House Flavor The top of Jingdezhen home-style dishes! The bean broth fish head soup is so fresh it makes you stomp your feet, the old house roast chicken is flavorful and chewy, rice lovers will proudly finish three bowls. • Aunt Luo’s Private Kitchen Local old flavors forever! Ribs and pig’s trotters are tender and fall off the bone, perfect for family gatherings, tastes like “grandma’s home cooking.” • Duyie (Xishan Lake Branch) Top atmosphere restaurant! The menu updates often with creative dishes, the colorful pepper juicy beef burger bursts with juice in every bite, and you’ll be bombarded with requests for the address on social media. Snack check-in • Fried Dough Stick Wrapped in Mochi A fragrant, glutinous, crispy carb bomb, a happy place for sweet and savory lovers, one bite and you’ll crave it for three days. • Wuzhao Mochi Shop Various flavors of sticky mochi, one bite after another, impossible to stop, a must for glutinous food fans. Night snack king • Guanghui Fried Snacks The soul of fried snacks! Signature fried treats are delicious bite after bite, come at night for a few skewers and double your happiness until dawn. 🏠 Accommodation Recommendations: Stay Stylish on a Budget • Houcun Small Villa Homestay Top choice for exploring the city! Next to Taoxichuan, walking distance to the night market and cultural street, no worries about staying out late. • Sanbao Hefang Homestay Choose this to get close to nature! Hidden in the green mountains of Sanbao Village, open the window to greenery, perfect for those wanting to “steal some quiet time.” Jingdezhen truly blends “ceramic art” and “everyday life” into a treasure city. Visit markets, eat snacks, check in at art spots—you can have a great time with just a few hundred yuan! Tested and trusted by a 04 female college student. Want to know more? Drop me a message in the comments~