Suzhou Old Town Travel Guide
Suzhou
Visit Suzhou Old Town
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Suzhou University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Suzhou University during your travels in Suzhou. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Shanghai to Suzhou Tai Lake and Moli Peak Private Hiking Tour
Suzhou Flexible Guided Day Trip by Private Car with Lunch Option
Humble Administrator's Garden Admission Ticket
Suzhou Private Highlights Day Trip from Shanghai by Bullet Train
Shanghai-Suzhou private day tour with private transfer and Lunch
Top hotels in Suzhou Old Town
Pan Pacific Suzhou
Super clean room, nice environment
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Suzhou China
Service is good and facilities is clean, breakfast is yummy!
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Xingle Hotel
Easy transport
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Kimpton Suzhou Bamboo Grove by IHG
Decor was great, amazing fitout and ambience. Top notch gym and pool. Excellent service.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
suzhouxiangzhiwujiudian
This is a newly opened hotel with an excellent experience. The front desk staff are highly professional and genuinely friendly. The room design is very thoughtful and stands out from standard hotel styles, beautifully incorporating local Suzhou elements. Guests are welcomed with fresh fruit, complimentary ...
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Wyndham Garden Suzhou
This property is very rundown. Room was dirty and moldy. DO NOT book this hotel. The entire plaza this hotel is part of looks to be ready to be demolished. Will report this to Expedia.
Reviewed on 30 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 Suzhou Taihu Yuyangshan Scenic Area.
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.
