Suzhou Old Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A traditional Chinese garden with a clear pond, ornate buildings, and a large tree.
A traditional Chinese pavilion by a pond, surrounded by lush greenery and stone bridges.
A traditional Chinese pavilion over a pond with a stone pathway and lush greenery.
A traditional Chinese building with a multi-tiered roof and a courtyard with a water feature.
A stone bridge over a pond with a wooden pergola overhead.

Stay near popular Suzhou Old Town attractions

A traditional Chinese pavilion in a garden with a small pond and rocky terrain.

Humble Administrator's Garden

8.6/10 (55 reviews)
Considered to be Suzhou’s most impressive garden, this beautifully landscaped space is best known for its interesting water features.
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Activities

Suzhou: Huqiu Adult Tickets without Time Slots

Suzhou: Huqiu Adult Tickets without Time Slots

AU$29
per adult
Suzhou: Huqiu Adult Tickets without Time Slots
Suzhou Private Highlights Day Trip from Shanghai by Bullet Train

Private Suzhou Day Trip from Shanghai by High-speed Train

AU$28
per adult
Private Suzhou Day Trip from Shanghai by High-speed Train
Suzhou Airport Same Day Luggage Services

Suzhou Airport Same Day Luggage Services (1 Traveler 1 Bag)

AU$50
per traveller
Suzhou Airport Same Day Luggage Services (1 Traveler 1 Bag)
Suzhou Alleyway Food Tour

Suzhou Alleyway Food Tour

AU$90
per adult
Suzhou Alleyway Food Tour
Suzhou Flexible Guided Day Trip by Private Car with Lunch Option

Suzhou Flexible Guided Day Trip by Private Car with Lunch Option

AU$172
per adult
Suzhou Flexible Guided Day Trip by Private Car with Lunch Option
Shanghai to Suzhou Tai Lake and Moli Peak Private Hiking Tour

Shanghai to Suzhou Tai Lake and Moli Peak Private Hiking Tour

AU$315
per adult
Shanghai to Suzhou Tai Lake and Moli Peak Private Hiking Tour
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Our pick of the best Suzhou Old Town Hotel Deals

Pan Pacific Suzhou

Pan Pacific Suzhou

4.5 out of 5
259 Xin Shi Road Suzhou Jiangsu
The price is AU$120 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
AU$120
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Suzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 4 restaurants. Popular attractions Panmen Scenic Area and Pan Gate are located ...
Pan Pacific Suzhou
Wyndham Garden Suzhou

Wyndham Garden Suzhou

4.5 out of 5
818 East Ganjiang Road Suzhou Jiangsu
The price is AU$82 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$82
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Suzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Guanqian Street and Metro Shopping Mall are located ...
Wyndham Garden Suzhou
AC Hotel by Marriott Suzhou China

AC Hotel by Marriott Suzhou China

4 out of 5
1585 Renmin Road, Gusu District Suzhou Jiangsu
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$93 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
AU$93
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Suzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Metro Shopping Mall and Guanqian Street are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (77 reviews)
"Room is clean and big. Laundry is free but only have 2 sets of washer and dryer. Staffs are very helpful, recommending restaurant, buying ticket for attractions, car hailing etc..."

Reviewed on 28 July 2026

AC Hotel by Marriott Suzhou China
Kimpton Suzhou Bamboo Grove by IHG

Kimpton Suzhou Bamboo Grove by IHG

5 out of 5
168 Zhuhui Road Suzhou Jiangsu
The price is AU$237 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$237
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Suzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Suzhou City Moat and Master of the Nets Garden are ...
Kimpton Suzhou Bamboo Grove by IHG
Xingle Hotel

Xingle Hotel

4 out of 5
318 Phoenix Street, Gusu District Suzhou Jiangsu
The price is AU$44 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$44
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Suzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Suzhou Garden and Architecture and Suzhou ...
10/10 Exceptional! (32 reviews)
"The service was excellent, and the staff was super helpful and attentive. :)"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Xingle Hotel
voco Suzhou Guanqian Street by IHG

voco Suzhou Guanqian Street by IHG

4 out of 5
27-33 Qiaosikong Xiang Suzhou Jiangsu
The price is AU$111 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$111
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Suzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Guanqian Street and Metro Shopping Mall ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (594 reviews)
"Overall, Very satisfied! Special thank you to the English speaking staff."

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

voco Suzhou Guanqian Street by IHG
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Our guide on where to stay in Suzhou Old Town

Find the best Suzhou Old Town areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A traditional courtyard with stone paving, potted plants, and a building with a tiled roof.

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.

A river with a cityscape on the opposite bank, featuring modern skyscrapers and a distinctive curved building.

Suzhou Industrial Park

If you're spending time in Suzhou Industrial Park, check out sights like Yuanrong Times Square or Jinji Lake and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Zhongnan Jie Station or Dongshahu Station.

A park with golden statues of musicians, a stone bridge, and a river.

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.

A calm river with traditional wooden houses on stilts along the banks.
Photo by Amy Liu
Open Photo by Amy Liu

Wujiang

Get to know Wujiang and its many features like its gardens and parks. You might want to explore sights like Retreat & Reflection Garden and Zhenze Ancient Town, and you can jump on the metro at Wujiang Renmin Guangchang Station or Wujiang Coach Station to get around the city.

Urban scenery of Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, China

Huqiu District

You might enjoy the shopping while in Huqiu District. Taihu Lake Wetland Park is a notable sight, and you can get around town at High-tech Zone Management Committee Tram Stop or Tech city Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Suzhou Old Town Travel Guide

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