Zhouzhuang Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Zhouzhuang
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.
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.
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
Zhujiajiao Water Village Half-Day Excursion
4-Hour Tongli Water Town Private Tour from Suzhou with Boat Ride
Zhouzhuang Water Village Private Full Day Tour from Shanghai
Tongli Water Town Private Day Trip from Shanghai with Tuisi Garden and Boat Ride
All-inclusive Private Tongli Water Village Day Tour from Shanghai
Half-Day Zhujiajiao Water Town Wonders Small Group Tour
Our pick of the best Zhouzhuang Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Express Suzhou Zhouzhuang Ancient Town by IHG
Booked a room with a king size bed, but got a room with a queen size bed.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2020
Pan Pacific Suzhou
Well appointed room but a bit dates but that could be because they wanted to stay with the Chinese styled theme. Beautiful garden and scenic area for photos and check in if that's what you're into.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Four Seasons Hotel Suzhou
Clean Room, Nice service
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland by IHG
It was a very pleasant stay. The hotel and the staff service were great.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Novotel Suzhou SIP
Literally at the expo so very convenient if attending conferences there. Nice view of the trouser building and jinji lake.
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2024
Pullman Shanghai Qingpu Excellence
Excellent
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2023
Other neighbourhoods around Zhouzhuang
Wujiang
Get to know Wujiang and its many features like its gardens and parks. You might want to explore sights like Tongli Ancient Town 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.
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.
Yugangli
When in Yugangli, you can plan a visit to Kunshan Forest Park and Luzhi Ancient Town, 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 Qionglongshan Dongwu National Forest Park.
Yunandang
While Yunandang may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kunshan Flower Exposition and Tinglin Park.
Yuexi
When in Yuexi, you can plan a visit to Shangfang Mountain and Precious Belt Bridge, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
