Suzhou Old Town Travel Guide
Suzhou
Visit Suzhou Old Town
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 Road
After visiting Pingjiang Road, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Suzhou. Wander the gardens in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Bridging Cultures to Reveal Suzhou’s Timeless Stories
Shanghai to Suzhou Tai Lake and Moli Peak Private Hiking Tour
Full Day Suzhou Private Tour from Shanghai
Suzhou Flexible Guided Day Trip by Private Car with Lunch Option
Shanghai-Suzhou private day tour with private transfer and Lunch
Top hotels in Suzhou Old Town
Pan Pacific Suzhou
Great room, staff, cleaning and facilities. Many perks available for guests such as complimentary hanfu experience, access to Panmen garden, etc.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
AC Hotel by Marriott Suzhou China
The location is good. Breakfasts are excellent.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Kimpton Suzhou Bamboo Grove by IHG
Amazing property with professional staff and buffet breakfasts were tasty with great variety of selections. Will definitely book it again in the future!
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Wyndham Garden Suzhou
Room was excellent quality, spacious and clean, super equipped. Very dark blackout curtains so I slept through..
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Artyzen Habitat Suzhou
Staff were very good, everything was super clean.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Xingle Hotel
Old hotel but consider good location
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
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 Mall, 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.
