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Suzhou

(苏州)

Venice of the East with UNESCO classical Scholar Gardens and Silk Canals.

Suggested Stay
1-2 Days
Best Season to Visit
Spring (Apr - May), Autumn (Sep - Oct)

Top Highlights

★ Humble Administrator's Garden★ Lingering Garden★ Pingjiang Road Historic Canal★ Suzhou Silk Museum★ Tongli Water Town

Recommended Classic Itinerary

DAY 1Classical Gardens & Canal Walk

Humble Administrator's Garden at opening, stroll along stone bridges of Pingjiang Road, evening canal boat ride.

Iconic Regional Dishes to Try

Must-order local specialties for your Dianping search

🥢Squirrel-Shaped Mandarin Fish
🥢Suzhou Noodles with River Shrimp
🥢Sweet Green Rice Balls (Qingtuan)

Getting There & Around

Just 25 minutes by bullet train from Shanghai Hongqiao Station.

Local Insider Tips

  • •Book garden entry tickets on WeChat mini-program 3 days in advance during peak season.