Title: Suzhou Museum in Suzhou Old Town | Expedia.co.uk [Suzhou Museum Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Suzhou-Museum-Hotels.0-l6100738-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Suzhou Museum Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Suzhou-Museum.d6100738.Car-Hire-Guide)[Suzhou Old Town Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Suzhou-Old-Town.d553248635939578375.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Suzhou Museum ![Suzhou Museum featuring interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6100738/2fccd2ce-3e70-44eb-912f-0a6dac92bef2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Suzhou Museum featuring interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6100738/2fccd2ce-3e70-44eb-912f-0a6dac92bef2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Suzhou Museum which includes interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6100738/5827833c-e1f3-4cb7-8559-02f8a0271d21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Suzhou Museum showing interior views as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6100738/207e3747-2f5d-497e-8a3b-07d44d9b9532.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Suzhou Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6100738/4c99c04e-b8c4-4e6f-a7db-2b613507538a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Suzhou Museum Activities --- --- #### Set in an innovative I. M. Pei building, this museum has a small yet impressive collection of art and artefacts, including prehistoric pottery. The Suzhou Museum houses an exquisite collection of ceramics, wood carvings, jade, textiles, paintings and calligraphy. The modern building was designed as a contemporary reimagining of a traditional courtyard and garden. Admire the museum’s unique design and fine exhibits, which beautifully reflect the history and culture of Suzhou and the surrounding region. The museum’s original 1960 collection was housed in the nearby residence of Prince Zhong. In 2006, the current building was designed by modern architect I. M. Pei. The structure creates a fascinating juxtaposition between indoor and outdoor space, as well as the modern and the traditional. As you explore, notice how its design uses natural light to emphasise the artwork and gardens. The museum includes three floors and four exhibition halls, with the main buildings surrounded by gorgeous courtyards. Look for prehistoric pottery, jade and bronze vessels in the underground exhibition hall, as well as Wu Pagoda relics on the first floor. Don’t miss the *Seven Pieces of Painting* exhibit, which comprises seven ink paintings of bamboo painted by seven different artists of the Yuan dynasty. Other notable pieces to watch for include the Republican-era boxwood statue of Avalokiteshvara and an engraved celadon lotus-shaped bowl. Inspect the vivid patterns decorating the *Pearl Pillar of the Buddhist Shrine*, which was produced in the Northern Song dynasty. Standing 4 feet (1.2 metres) high, this multilayered piece is considered to exemplify traditional Chinese craftwork. Be sure to explore any temporary exhibitions which may be on display during your visit. In the past, shows have focused on themes including the Kunqu Opera and the silk embroidery techniques of the Qing dynasty. Save time to explore the courtyard garden, with a pretty pond filled with brightly colored koi fish. Pay attention to the rock display, which is said to be inspired by classic Chinese painting and features rocks hand-picked by I. M. Pei. Find the Suzhou Museum adjacent to the Humble Administrator’s Garden. The museum is open Tuesday to Sunday and admission is free. Pay an additional fee for an audio guide or tour by an English-speaking docent. ## Plan a trip to see Suzhou Museum Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![Royal Garden Hotel ShangHai](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114220000/114211300/114211259/c780bfdd_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Royal Garden Hotel ShangHai Pudong £658 per person 28 Apr - 4 May found 1 day ago Return direct flight included Manchester (MAN) to Shanghai (PVG) 9/10 Wonderful! (27 reviews) Beautiful property would stay again close to the airport Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026 ![Dayin Serene Garden Hotel - Shanghai Jing'an Joy City Suzhou Creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109560000/109557700/109557686/ef72cb15_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Dayin Serene Garden Hotel - Shanghai Jing'an Joy City Suzhou Creek Jing'an £782 per person 29 Apr - 4 May found 19 hours ago Return direct flight included Manchester (MAN) to Shanghai (PVG) 8.8/10 Excellent! (12 reviews) Property said there were three beds in the one room, but there was two beds in one room and then a separate bed in the room next door. The facilities were clean, modern and had great air conditioning. The location is a little out of the old city or shopping district or Bund, but we took a taxi to all very cheaply. There is also public transportation nearby. Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025 ![Hidden Garden International Youth Hostel - Oriental Pearl & Lujiazui](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91910000/91903200/91903192/381bbf0f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Hidden Garden International Youth Hostel - Oriental Pearl & Lujiazui Pudong £721 per person 29 Apr - 4 May found 19 hours ago Return direct flight included Manchester (MAN) to Shanghai (PVG) 8/10 Very Good! (15 reviews) Had some problems checking in but the staff were super friendly, spoke english and was just reassuring through the stay. Only issue was the smoke smell around the halls for those in dorms but it goes away once in the capsule. 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