Top 50 Best Things to Do in Suzhou

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lmh***73

Even on a weekday, it was quite crowded. The newly opened Yiliang Pavilion had visitor limits, and I queued for almost an hour. The scenery in the garden is undeniably beautiful. Take a stroll, and if you have time, hire a guide to gain a deeper understanding of the history and various landscapes. A place worth visiting repeatedly.

鱼遐睿游

The attractions near the hotel were drawn by the poem "Hanshan Temple outside Suzhou," which led us to visit. After parking, we drove around for a while before finally arriving at Hanshan Temple. Inside, there was quite a bit to see, and it was very crowded with tourists.

Anonymous user

This place is really beautiful! The garden is huge and the rock display is intricate and lots of fun for children and adult alike to explore the labyrinth of rocks to climb in and out from! The view is breathtaking and the garden is just mesmerising!

M53***79

I thought Tiger Hill was just a place with a deep historical and cultural heritage, but after visiting, I found that its scenery was completely captivating, making me reluctant to leave. The golden ginkgo leaves, fiery red maple leaves, and ancient architecture were breathtakingly beautiful. I spent a whole day at Tiger Hill.

M42***55

This is a rather distinctive garden in Suzhou. The courtyard isn't large, and it was quite crowded, probably because it was the blooming season. It felt nice to slowly and calmly appreciate the scenery. Overall, it was quite nice.

135***16

Zhouzhuang is surrounded by water on all sides, its town formed by the rivers, its streets along the waterways, and its markets centered around the streets. Major attractions include Fu'an Bridge, Twin Bridges, and the Sunken Hall. Fourteen ancient stone bridges built during the Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties are well-preserved across its grid-like waterways. Zhouzhuang Ancient Town is a candidate site for World Cultural Heritage status, one of the first batch of National AAAAA-level tourist attractions, and one of the world's ten most beautiful towns.

雨路Eliza

The teacher's explanation was excellent. I took my child there, and the explanation was very detailed. It had a different focus than the explanations I've had at other museums, and I learned a lot more.

行走在民间的艺术家

Tongli Chronicles: A Jiangnan Dream of Sleeping by the Water Walking along the cobblestone streets of Tongli with an oil-paper umbrella, one is immediately transported into a flowing Jiangnan ink painting. Here, there is no urban hustle and bustle, only small bridges and flowing water winding around houses, the gentle sound of oars echoing through the deep alleys; time seems to slow down. The soul of Tongli lies in its water. The crisscrossing waterways are the veins of the ancient town, the flowing water carrying a thousand years of stories, slowly passing by the doorways of every household. Boarding a black-awning boat, the boatwoman rows, pushing aside layers of emerald waves, and the white walls and black tiles, carved beams and painted rafters on both banks slowly recede into the distance. Red lanterns hang from the windows facing the river; a gentle breeze stirs them, their light and shadow falling on the water, shattering into shimmering gold foil. Occasionally, a woman washing clothes can be heard, speaking in soft Wu dialect, her gentle voice blending with the sound of the water, creating the most beautiful Jiangnan melody. The charm of Tongli lies in its bridges. Hidden within the ancient town are forty-nine ancient bridges, each with its own story. The "Three Bridges"—Taiping Bridge, Jili Bridge, and Changqing Bridge—are considered auspicious by the people of Tongli; they are a place to walk across for weddings and births, to share in the joy. Stepping onto the quaint stone slab bridge, holding onto the weathered stone railings, watching the boats come and go below, and the willows swaying on the banks, one suddenly understands the meaning of "small bridge, flowing water, and a family home"—not a poem, but the ordinary scene before one's eyes. The flavor of Tongli resides in the depths of its alleyways. When tired, turn into a narrow alley, find a small shop facing the street, order a plate of water chestnut cake—soft, glutinous, and sweet; a bowl of crispy fried dough sticks—crispy and crumbly; and try the Zhuangyuan pig's trotters—bright red in color, tender and flavorful. Steam rises from the shop's stove, and old neighbors sit in their doorways, basking in the sun and chatting. The aroma of cooking mingles with the fragrance of osmanthus blossoms, filling the air and making one want to slow down and immerse oneself in the leisurely pace of Jiangnan. As dusk settles, red lanterns light up one after another, transforming Tongli. The river is tinged with a warm red, and the shadows of the bridge, trees, and lanterns overlap, creating a hazy and gentle scene. Find a riverside inn to stay in, where the flowing water is right outside your window, and you can fall asleep to the sound of oars. In your dreams, you'll still see those bluestone slabs.

135***16

The main attractions on Shantang Street include Shantang Old Street, Yifeng Garden, the China Southern Society Memorial Hall, and Gangzhou Guild Hall. Shantang Street offers numerous activities, including the "Tiger Hill Opera Festival," the "Shantang River Dragon Boat Race," and the "Three Festivals Carnival." Besides visiting Shantang Street, you can also sample Suzhou's specialty foods, such as sesame seed biscuits, Jiangnan crab shell cakes, and Ma Dongpei shumai.

方圳海

The Master of the Nets Garden is an exquisitely crafted small garden, and it also has a connection with Zhang Daqian. Zhang Daqian and his friends kept a tiger in the garden and often painted there. Compared to the Humble Administrator's Garden, the landscaping in the Master of the Nets Garden is more delicate and refined, especially the views through the empty windows and the lake rocks, which are varied in shape.