Suzhou Old Town Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Humble Administrator's Garden
Considered to be Suzhou’s most impressive garden, this beautifully landscaped space is best known for its interesting water features.
Suzhou Museum
Set in an innovative I. M. Pei building, this museum has a small yet impressive collection of art and artifacts, including prehistoric pottery.
Lion Grove Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Lion Grove Garden, a lovely green space in Suzhou. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Master of the Nets Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Master of the Nets Garden, a lovely green space in Suzhou. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Beisi Pagoda
You can find out about the history of Suzhou with a trip to Beisi Pagoda. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Pingjiang Street
Learn about the local history of Suzhou when you take a trip to Pingjiang Street. Wander the gardens in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Half-Day Private Customized Suzhou Highlights with Lunch or Dinner Option
Flexible Private Suzhou Day Trip from Shanghai by Bullet Train
Suzhou Garden Tour from Shanghai: 4 Best Gardens in A Day
2-Day Hangzhou and Suzhou Private Tour with Zhouzhuang Water Town from Shanghai
Private Full-Day Suzhou Classic Gardens Tour from Shanghai
Private Flexible Suzhou City Tour with Tongli or Zhouzhuang Water Town Options
Top hotels in Suzhou Old Town
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Other neighbourhoods around Suzhou Old Town
Gusu District
You might take some time to check out the colourful gardens in Gusu District. Spend some time visiting top spots like Shantang Street, and catch the metro at Shantang Jie Station or Shi Lu Station to see more of the area.
Park Huxi
While you're in Park Huxi, take in top sights like In City Shopping Mall or Suzhou Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Xinghai Square Station or Central Park Station.
Wuzhong
Wuzhong is a destination travellers like for its lake views, and you might hop aboard the metro at Yingchunlu Station or Baodai Lu Station to explore sights like Dushu Lake.
Songzhuang
While there might not be top attractions in Songzhuang, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Yuanrong Times Square and Suzhou Culture and Arts Center.
Yuexi
When in Yuexi, you can plan a visit to Shangfang Mountain and Precious Belt Bridge, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Suzhou Industrial Park
If you're spending time in Suzhou Industrial Park, check out sights like Yuanrong Times Square or Suzhou Culture and Arts Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Zhongnan Jie Station or Dongshahu Station.