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 calm river at sunset with traditional buildings on the right and dense foliage on the left.
Photo by Poh Huay Suen
Open Photo by Poh Huay Suen

Pingjiang Road

8.8/10 (53 reviews)
After visiting Pingjiang Road, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Suzhou. Wander the gardens in this culturally rich area.
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Activities

Suzhou Private Highlights Day Trip from Shanghai by Bullet Train

Private Suzhou Day Trip from Shanghai by High-speed Train

NZ$34
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)

NZ$59
per traveller
Suzhou Airport Same Day Luggage Services (1 Traveler 1 Bag)
Suzhou Alleyway Food Tour

Suzhou Alleyway Food Tour

NZ$107
per adult
Suzhou Alleyway Food Tour
Suzhou Brunch Guided Walking Tour

Suzhou Brunch Guided Walking Tour

NZ$98
per adult
Suzhou Brunch Guided Walking Tour
Suzhou Flexible Guided Day Trip by Private Car with Lunch Option

Suzhou Flexible Guided Day Trip by Private Car with Lunch Option

NZ$204
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

NZ$375
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 NZ$116 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$116
5 July - 6 July
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (543 reviews)
"Really helpful and kind staff. Free breakfast buffet that had a gorgeous spread with food from Asian and Western cuisines. The property is magnificent, really embodying the hallmarks of Jiangnan architecture."

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

Pan Pacific Suzhou
Xingle Hotel

Xingle Hotel

4 out of 5
318 Phoenix Street, Gusu District Suzhou Jiangsu
The price is NZ$64 per night from 21 July to 22 July
NZ$64
21 July - 22 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Suzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Pingjiang Road and Suzhou Garden and Architecture ...
10/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)
"Staff were available 24/7. Close to restaurants and station."

Reviewed on 1 June 2026

Xingle Hotel
Wyndham Garden Suzhou

Wyndham Garden Suzhou

4.5 out of 5
818 East Ganjiang Road Suzhou Jiangsu
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$106 per night from 4 July to 5 July
NZ$106
4 July - 5 July
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
Kimpton Suzhou Bamboo Grove by IHG

Kimpton Suzhou Bamboo Grove by IHG

5 out of 5
168 Zhuhui Road Suzhou Jiangsu
The price is NZ$274 per night from 7 July to 8 July
NZ$274
7 July - 8 July
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
AC Hotel by Marriott Suzhou China

AC Hotel by Marriott Suzhou China

4 out of 5
1585 Renmin Road, Gusu District Suzhou Jiangsu
The price is NZ$121 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$121
20 July - 21 July
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! (76 reviews)
"Room was pretty good. Breakfast buffet was good yet quite affordable. Convenient and walkable"

Reviewed on 28 June 2026

AC Hotel by Marriott Suzhou China
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 NZ$134 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$134
5 July - 6 July
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 Suzhou Ferris Wheel or Yuanrong Times Square 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 Qionglongshan Dongwu National Forest Park.

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 Tongli Ancient Town, and you can jump on the metro at Wujiang Renmin Guangchang Station or Wujiang Coach Station to get around the city.

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 Tinglin Park and Yongxin Square.

Suzhou Old Town Travel Guide

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