Huqiu District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Huqiu District
Popular places to visit
Jinji Lake
This well-planned lakeside area is one of the city’s most popular leisure spots, offering outdoor activities as well as a diverse variety of shops and restaurants.
Shantang Street
During your visit to Suzhou, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Shantang Street. Wander the picturesque 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.
Gate to the East
Gate to the East is just one of the places to see in Suzhou, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Zhouzhuang Ancient Town
You can find out about the history of Kunshan with a stop at Zhouzhuang Ancient Town. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Activities
Suzhou Airport Same Day Luggage Services (1 Traveler 1 Bag)
Bridging Cultures to Reveal Suzhou’s Timeless Stories
Suzhou Flexible Guided Day Trip by Private Car with Lunch Option
Shanghai to Suzhou Tai Lake and Moli Peak Private Hiking Tour
Our pick of the best Huqiu District Hotel Deals
Shangri-La Suzhou
Nice, clean and friendly hotel
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025
Hotel Indigo Suzhou Grand Canal by IHG
Clean rooms and very helpful staff.
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025
Hotel Nikko Suzhou
This hotel presents itself as a high end hotel, but it is not. I stayed in a Deluxe Bedroom, on the 19th floor. The sound proofing on the windows is horrible. I could hear all the cars honking every morning from the 19th floor waking me up. At times, you could smell cigarette smoke coming thru the ...
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2025
Holiday Inn Express Suzhou New District by IHG
Convenient location
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Angsana Suzhou Shishan
Banyan Tree Suzhou Shishan
Other neighbourhoods around Huqiu District
Guangfu
Guangfu might not have many top sights, but Taihu Lake Wetland Park and Qionglongshan Dongwu National Forest Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Xitang
Xitang is well liked for its mountain views. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Suzhou area, you might plan a trip to Suzhou Taihu Yuyangshan Scenic Area or Taihu Lake Wetland Park.
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.
Suzhou Old Town
Noted for its gardens and historical sites, there's plenty to explore in Suzhou Old Town. Top attractions like Guanqian Street and Metro Shopping Mall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Lindun Lu Station or Leqiao Station to see more of the city.
Yuexi
When in Yuexi, you can plan a visit to Shangfang Mountain and Precious Belt Bridge, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
