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The environment of the store is also very good, a bit like the gardens of Suzhou, with typical Suzhou-style home furnishings and decorations, and the artistic conception of small bridges and flowing water.

Day 1: A Journey Through Classical Gardens ✨ ⏰ 07:30-09:00 Humble Administrator's Garden (80 RMB) 👉 One of China's Four Great Gardens! Breathtakingly beautiful at every turn 🌿 Remember to wear Hanfu for amazing photos 📸 ⏰ 09:30-11:30 Suzhou Museum (Free) ⚠️ Tip: Book 7 days in advance! A masterpiece by I.M. Pei, a must-visit for architecture enthusiasts 🏛 ⏰ 13:00-14:30 Lion Grove Garden (40 RMB) Love the maze-like rockery, a perfect spot for families with kids 👶 ⏰ 15:00-17:00 Pingjiang Road (Free) 🍡 Foodie Paradise! Suzhou-style snacks abound, remember to bargain for Hanfu rentals! ⏰18:00-20:00 Guanqian Street (free) 🌃Absolutely stunning night view! Every snapshot is a masterpiece. ✨Day 2: In-depth tour of ancient temples and cultural sites✨ ⏰08:00-09:30 Lingering Garden (55 RMB) A representative of exquisite and compact gardens, the pavilions and towers are incredibly charming🏯 ⏰10:00-12:00 Xiyuan Temple (5 RMB) The 500 Arhats Hall is breathtaking! Must try the vegetarian noodles! 🍜 ⏰13:30-15:00 Hanshan Temple (20 RMB) The original site of the poem "Hanshan Temple outside Gusu City," the bell sound is incredibly soothing 🔔 ⏰15:30-17:30 Tiger Hill Scenic Area (70 RMB) 🗡The secrets of Sword Pool + the thousand-year-old leaning tower, climb to the top for an amazing view of the entire city! ⏰18:30-20:30 Shantang Street (free) 🌉The night view is just as good as Pingjiang Road! The boat tour experience is fantastic! ✨Day 3: Trendy Jinji Lake✨ ⏰10:10-10:40 Suzhou Eye (exterior view free) A must-see for Suzhou's iconic "Big Pants" building! Great for photos day and night 📷 ⏰11:00-12:30 Eslite Bookstore (free) A must-visit for artsy types! The 3D book wall is amazing! 📚 ⏰14:30-16:10 Moonlight Pier (free) The lakeside café is super chill, a perfect spot for afternoon tea and photos ☕ ⏰16:30-17:10 Flying Statue (free) A modern installation art piece, bursting with technological flair ⚡ 🏨Accommodation Recommendation: 👉Pingjiang Road: A Suzhou-style guesthouse with a view of flowing water and bridges right outside the window! 👉Guanqian Street: Surrounded by shopping districts next to the subway, super convenient for shopping and dining🛍 👉Jinji Lake: River view rooms at the Gate of the Orient, maximum urban vibe🌃 🚗Transportation Guide: ✈️Airport: Direct shuttle bus from Sunan Shuofang Airport 🚄High-speed rail: Line 4 from Suzhou Station directly to Humble Administrator's Garden 🚇Subway: 3-6 RMB to explore the whole city～ 🍜Must-try foods: 🦀Li Bai Crab: Unlimited refills of crab roe noodles! yyds 🍖Gusu Boat Banquet: Enjoy Suzhou cuisine while admiring the river view 🥘Wanyuan Hot Pot: The tomato broth is amazing! 🍶Tanhua Yijing: Special flower wine with stunning presentation 🥟Qiujuan Snacks: Local favorite wonton shop #SuzhouTourism #JiangnanWaterTowns #SuzhouFood #Hanfu #GardenAesthetics

This famous Jiangnan city, blending classical gardens with modern style, is simply a living embodiment of the poetic and picturesque landscape! Quickly bookmark this super detailed travel guide! 👇 🚗Transportation: ✈️Airplane travelers: Shanghai Hongqiao → Suzhou Station (1-hour direct high-speed rail journey) 🚄High-speed rail travelers: Suzhou Station is the most convenient! It's only a short subway ride (about 10 minutes) to the Humble Administrator's Garden and Suzhou Museum. Suzhou North Station is also okay, about 35 minutes to the city center. Shandong Industrial Park Station offers direct access to Jinji Lake and the Gate to the Orient! 🗺️3-Day Itinerary👇 【Day 1️⃣Classical Garden Walking Tour】 🎋Tiger Hill Scenic Area (No. 8, Tiger Hill Gate, Tiger Hill District, Suzhou) 💰69 RMB ⏰7:30-17:00 "The No. 1 Scenic Spot in Wuzhong" truly lives up to its name! Yunyan Temple Pagoda and Sword Pool are must-sees! ✔️ 🛕Hanshan Temple (No. 15 Hanshan Temple Lane, Gusu District, Suzhou) 💰16 RMB ⏰7:30-17:00 The bell tolling from "Hanshan Temple outside Gusu City" is a must-hear in your lifetime! 🏡Lingering Garden (No. 338 Lingering Garden Road, Gusu District, Suzhou) 💰55 RMB ⏰7:30-17:00 One of the four famous gardens, exquisitely crafted like a model! 🚣Qili Shantang Street (Free) The most romantic place to visit in the evening 🌇 A perfect combination of small bridges, flowing water, and traditional houses! 【Day 2️⃣Cultural Check-in Day】 🏛️Suzhou Museum (No. 204 Northeast Street, Gusu District, Suzhou) Free, but! Reservations required! I.M. Pei's masterpiece! 🌿 Humble Administrator's Garden (No. 178, Northeast Street, Gusu District, Suzhou) 💰75 RMB ⏰7:30-17:00 The pinnacle of garden design! Every step reveals a breathtaking view 😭 🦁 Lion Grove Garden (No. 23, Yuanlin Road, Gusu District, Suzhou) 💰40 RMB ⏰7:30-17:00 Playing hide-and-seek in the rockery maze is super fun! 🏮 Pingjiang Road + Guanqian Street Explore artsy shops during the day, and enjoy lantern displays and delicious food at night! 【Day 3️⃣ Modern Getaway】 🌊 Jinji Lake The musical fountain at night is absolutely amazing! 📖Eslite Bookstore A must-visit for artsy young people!👩‍🎨 👖Gate to the East How can you not take photos of this iconic "Big Pants" building?📸 🛍️Suzhou Center A paradise for shopaholics! 🍜Food Recommendations: 🦀Li Bai Crab (Pingjiang Road Branch) Crab roe noodles are amazing! The glutinous rice desserts are also fantastic. 🐟Gusu Boat Banquet River View Restaurant Squirrel fish is a must-order! The view of the small bridges and flowing water is breathtaking! 🍲Wanyuan Suzhou-style Hot Pot The nine-compartment hot pot is so fresh it practically glows!✨ Other snacks: Qingtuan (green glutinous rice dumplings), Shengjian (pan-fried buns), Plum Blossom Cake...you can't stop eating! #SuzhouTravel #JiangnanWaterTowns #SuzhouFood #SuzhouGardens #WeekendGetaway

My Suzhou Walk Guide (Tested by My Experience) is Here!! One Route to Eat Your Way Through Suzhou's Classic Foods, No Mistakes! ✨ Just Follow Us! ✅ 🍃 My Perfect Route: Xiyuan Temple → Shuangta Market → Pingjiang Road → Qili Shantang ~~~ 08:30 AM First Stop: Xiyuan Temple 📍Address: No. 18, Xiyuan Lane, Liuyuan Road, Gusu District -Entry through the East Gate is free! You can get three sticks of incense upon entry 🙏 -Compared to the Humble Administrator's Garden (which charges admission), this place is less crowded and more beautiful. -Vegetarian noodles may sell out in the afternoon, so it's recommended to come early! 15 RMB/bowl ✨Experience the tranquil atmosphere of the temple; feeding the pigeons is incredibly therapeutic. ~~~ 11:00 AM Second Stop: Shuangta Market 📍Address: No. 2, Shijiang Lane, Shuangta Street, Gusu District 🌟The Most Beautiful Market! Get trendy snacks! Must-try recommendations: 🍮Taro Mochi Dumplings 🌺Begonia Cake/Plum Blossom Cake 🍵Auntie's Suzhou-style Sweet Soup: Red Bean Paste with Dumplings Every place is a safe bet, and you can eat your fill for around 30 RMB per person! ~~~ 12:30 PM Lunch Picks A: Gusu Boat Banquet River View Restaurant 📍Address: No. 204, Northeast Street, Pingjiang District -Sitting by the window watching the small bridges and flowing water, the Jiangnan atmosphere is perfect. -Signature Recommendations: Squirrel Fish 🐟 Braised Pork Belly, Iced Tofu Pudding B: Li Bai Crab Pingjiang Road Branch 📍Address: No. 216, Pingjiang Road Must-try: Crab Roe Noodles! So satisfying with all that crab roe! ~~~ 2:30 PM Third stop: Pingjiang Road 📍Address: No. 653, Baitadong Road, Gusu District -The epitome of Jiangnan water town charm💯 -A must-visit spot for ladies wearing hairpins -Take photos on the main road, explore and eat in the alleys -Also check out Guanqian Street! Biluochun Rice Dumplings and Mochi are so unique! ~~~ 5:00 PM Fourth Stop: Qili Shantang 📍Address: No. 65 Shantang Street, Gusu District -The most beautiful night view of Jiangnan🌃 -Must-try crab stalls, freshly caught and steamed -Crowded, but worth it! ~~~ 6:30 PM Dinner Selection A: Wanyuan Suzhou-style Hot Pot 📍Address: 2nd Floor, No. 8 Guantang Street -A great value hot pot at 80 RMB per person -Tomato broth + superb beef B: Tanhua Yijing Jiangnan Cuisine 📍Address: No. 188 Pingjiang Road -Great value group-buying set meal -Squirrel-shaped mandarin fish is a must-order ~~~ A perfect route for walking 20,000 steps without getting tired! Save this guide to easily explore Suzhou! #SuzhouTourism #SuzhouFood #JiangnanWaterTowns #SuzhouDayTrip #SuzhouInstagrammableSpots

You really need to plan your trip to Suzhou! If you don't choose the right time to visit, many attractions will be crowded, unattractive, or even closed. 😭 I've put together a Suzhou travel guide for you all overnight. Feel free to copy it, and tag along! ✅p1 - Suzhou 3-Day Highlights Itinerary ✅p2 - Suzhou Attractions Guide ✅p3 - Suzhou Accommodation Guide ✅p4 - Suzhou Transportation Guide ✅p5 - Suzhou Food Guide ✅p7 - Suzhou Travel Pitfalls ✅p8 - Suzhou Accommodation/Transportation Pitfalls ⭐Suzhou 3-Day Tour Itinerary 🔶DAY1: Suzhou Station → 3-minute walk → Humble Administrator's Garden → 5-minute walk → Suzhou Museum → 5-minute walk → Pingjiang Road → 15-minute taxi ride → Beisi Pagoda 🔶DAY2: Tiger Hill → 15-minute taxi ride → Hanshan Temple → 15-minute walk → Xiyuan Temple → 15-minute walk → Lingering Garden → 15-minute taxi ride → Shantang Street 🔶DAY3: Online Teacher Jinji Lake → 3-minute walk → Shiquan Street → Subway → Jinji Lake → 15-minute walk → Moonlight Pier → Subway → Oriental Gate ✅ Suzhou Transportation Guide 📍Flight: Sunan Shuofang International Airport (Wuxi), with direct airport shuttle to Suzhou Railway Station (approximately 1.5 hours), or transfer to the high-speed rail from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport, which takes only 30 minutes to Suzhou Station 📍Train/High-speed Rail: Suzhou Station (near the old city, very close to Humble Administrator's Garden and Pingjiang Road) Suzhou North Station (with frequent high-speed rail services, take Subway Line 2 to the city center, approximately 40 minutes) Suzhou Industrial Park Station (near Jinji Lake, suitable for modern travel). 📍Attractions along the Suzhou Metro Line Line 1: Suzhou Museum West, Hanshan Temple, Lingering Garden, Guanqian Street, Pingjiang Road, and Couple Garden Line 2: Suzhou Imperial Kiln Gold Brick Museum, Shantang Street, Lingering Garden, and Xiyuan Temple Line 3: Sun Mountain National Forest Park, Shihu Scenic Area, and Oriental Gate Line 4: Beisi Pagoda, Suzhou Museum, Humble Administrator's Garden, Lion Grove Garden, and Twin Pagodas Market 😍Suzhou Food ✔️Eat Li Bai Crabs on Pingjiang Road Yellow noodles (rich crab roe topping with a rich crab flavor, and you can 🆓 get refills) ✔️Gusu Boat Feast Riverview Restaurant (Eating on a boat truly exudes Jiangnan flavor. Watch the gurgling stream from the window, and feast on delicious food before your eyes) ✔️Wanyuan Suzhou-style Hot Pot with its distinctive nine-square grid covered bowls (Fresh ingredients, generous portions, great value, and a great hot pot! 📷 They even have a film) ✔️Tanhua Yijing Jiangnan Cuisine (Exquisite presentation, especially the Champion Chicken! #RuGeJourney #SuzhouTravel #SuzhouFood #SuzhouTravelGuide