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The moment you open the door, you will be amazed! White walls, black tiles, bamboo shadows swaying through the windows, and even the private rooms are named after Suzhou gardens such as "Zhuo Zheng" and "Liu Yuan"~

#TravelwithCuteBabies “When you visit Suzhou, you’ll see houses all along the river!” It took me four visits to understand Suzhou! It’s a must to not have a travel guide; you’re so tired of making unnecessary mistakes! Here’s a quick guide to lazy people, just copying my homework! 🏃‍♀️ Super easy route: Day 1: Take photos at the Suzhou Museum → Breathe in the air at the Humble Administrator’s Garden → Explore the rockery at the Lion Grove Garden → Stroll along Pingjiang Road → Eat snacks at the Twin Pagodas → Watch the sunset at Jinji Lake and the night view at the Big Pants Key Points: The architecture at the Suzhou Museum is amazing! Make an appointment in advance! Even if you can’t get a photo opportunity at the entrance, it’s still worth it! The Humble Administrator’s Garden is incredibly crowded, so go early! The rockery at the Lion Grove Garden is like a maze, a must with kids! Plan a rowboat and Pingtan performance on Pingjiang Road for a truly captivating experience! There are plenty of snacks at the Twin Pagodas Market, so leave some space! Go to Jinji Lake in the evening to watch the sunset and the musical fountain (check the times!), and snap a photo of the Big Pants at night! Day 2: Stroll and eat at Guanqian Street → Choose between Yiyuan Garden or Lingering Garden → Pet cats and eat vegetarian noodles at Xiyuan Temple → Read ancient poetry at Hanshan Temple → Shantang Street lights up! Key Points: Guanqian Street is bustling in the morning, so have breakfast! Choose one of the gardens: Lingering Garden is exquisite, while Yiyuan is less crowded. Xiyuan Temple is famous for its vegetarian noodles, and the abundance of cats makes it so relaxing! Experience the "midnight bells" at Hanshan Temple – a truly nostalgic experience! Shantang Street! Be sure to wait until dark to see the lights turn on! Breathtaking! Two different experiences during the day and at night! 🛏 Where to stay? Near Pingjiang Road: The scenery is just outside your door! Small bridges and flowing water, close to everything, a great choice for lazy people! 💯 Guanqian Street: A foodie's paradise! Enjoy a one-stop shopping and dining experience, with numerous hotels and nearby attractions. Shantang Street: Absolutely stunning at night! An immersive Jiangnan night scene with excellent transportation. 🍜 A must-see for foodies! Delicious! Li Baixie (Pingjiang Road Branch): Crab roe noodles are so fragrant they're intoxicating! The sticky desserts are also incredible! 📍 99 Shilinsi Lane (1st Floor, North Building, Pipayu Pingtan Teahouse) Gusu Boat Feast River View Restaurant (Shantang Street): Squirrel fish is sweet and sour and crispy! Osmanthus braised pork with rich, rich sauce! Enjoy the river view from the window! 📍 65 Fangji Shang, Shantang Street (Next to the cruise ship terminal) Wanyuan Suzhou Hot Pot (Guanqian Street): Try Suzhou hot pot! 📍 57 Guanqian Street (2nd Floor, opposite Daoxiangcun) Tanhua Yijing Jiangnan Cuisine (Guanqian Street): Suzhou cuisine in a great environment! 📍 818 Ganjiang East Road, Xuanmiao Plaza 🚗 How to get there? 1. Take the high-speed rail to Suzhou Station! Close to city attractions! Convenient! 2. The subway is the most reliable way to get around the city! Most popular attractions are within easy walking distance. 3. Taking a taxi is also fine! Avoid rush hour, or you'll be stuck in traffic. 4. Driving? ❌ Traffic restrictions! Parking is hard to come by! Finding a spot at the tourist attraction is a struggle! Leave your car at the hotel! 🔥 Top Tips: Suzhou Museum: Book in advance! Use mini-apps to check out the popular wall outside the museum! Humble Administrator's Garden: Follow the crowds! Be the first to arrive! Otherwise, you'll be surrounded by people! Lion Grove Garden: A kingdom of rockery! Kids will love it! Pingjiang Road: Take a boat ride! Listen to Pingtan (Chinese pingtan)! Experience a slower pace! Jinji Lake & Big Pants: Watch the sunset! See the fountain! The night view is super modern! Lingering Garden/Yiyuan: Exquisite and compact, with a unique view at every step, and relatively few crowds. Saionji Temple: Somen noodles! Petting cats! Counting Arhats! Super relaxing! Hanshan Temple: You have to go just for that poem! Ring the bells at the bell tower (fee applies). Shantang Street: Night view! Night view! Night view! The moment the lights come on, wow! It's worth it! Ordinary during the day, but it's divine at night! The ultimate guide: See the highlights! Eat at the right places! Prioritize transportation and the subway! Stay in convenient locations! This guide packs the best in for a fulfilling and enjoyable two days! Save it now, go for it! 💪 #LocalFood #CoupleTravel #HaveFunWithFriends #FoodFestival

Attention, ladies planning a trip to Suzhou in November or December! Take my advice: Make sure to book your tickets in advance for popular attractions! Don't be like me, standing in the cold wind for 3 hours – a lesson learned the hard way 😭 Keep this easy-to-use booking guide handy to help you avoid crowds and enjoy your trip! ✅ Includes comprehensive booking channels and tips - 🥹 Suzhou Attractions Booking Guide 1⃣ Suzhou Museum: Book 7 days in advance, 09:00-17:00 (Closed Mondays) 2️⃣ Humble Administrator's Garden: 70 RMB, book 3 days in advance, 07:30-17:00 3️⃣ Lion Grove Garden: 30 RMB, book 3 days in advance, 07:30-17:00 - 💖 Suzhou Food and Relaxation Guide💖 ✅ Li Bai Crab Roe Noodles (Pingjiang Road Branch): Highly recommend the crab roe noodles! The best part is the generous portions; you'll want more after just one bite. This kind of weather is perfect for a warm Biluochun ginger tea – the aroma of Biluochun combined with the slight spiciness of ginger is both refreshing and soothing. ✅ Gusu Boat Banquet River View Restaurant: Highly recommend the Gusu Squirrel Fish and Dry Pot Cauliflower; they have a wonderful wok hei (wok aroma)! Also, try the Bamboo Shoots and Dongpo Pork – rich but not greasy, they melt in your mouth! ✅ Wanyuan Suzhou-Style Hot Pot: Recommended broth is the Suzhou-style fragrant tomato broth. The tomatoes are fresh and flavorful, and all the side dishes are very fresh. The crispy mountain tripe is tender and chewy, absorbing all the aroma in the broth! ✅ Dumb Pan-Fried Dumplings: Suzhou-style fillings tend to be sweet, I really love the sweet and savory flavor of pan-fried dumplings! #RoadScenery #CityHumanitiesNotes #OffTheRoadDiscovery #CatchingCityHumanities #RomanticTravelDestinationsInChina

For those planning a trip to Suzhou, save this! It's hard to find a complete guide for Suzhou, so this super comprehensive guide is a must-have! From attraction bookings and route planning to avoiding bad food choices, everything is covered! [Suzhou Food: These Restaurants Are a Must-Try] Li Bai Crab Roe Noodles (Pingjiang Road Branch): Freshly extracted crab roe topped with chewy noodles, so fresh you'll want to smack your lips, yet not greasy at all – pure bliss! Gusu Boat Banquet River View Restaurant: Squirrel-shaped mandarin fish, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside; sizzling eel hot pot arrives at the table, the eel meat so tender you could squeeze water out of it – authentic Suzhou cuisine! Wanyuan Suzhou Hot Pot: The tomato broth is irresistibly fresh, hand-cut… Fresh mutton and Suzhou-style fish balls are must-orders—you could easily eat ten at once! The "Tanhua" themed Jiangnan cuisine (Suzhou style) features bamboo shoots and Dongpo pork stewed with dried bamboo shoots. The pork is stewed to perfection—the fatty parts melt in your mouth, the lean parts retain their flavor, and the skin is clean and not mushy, without being overly sweet. The "Zhuangyuan" saliva chicken is not spicy, with a tangy and salty flavor that balances the sweetness. "Fuhui" chicken feet snacks are stewed until tender and fall off the bone, with a rich, perfectly seasoned flavor—you won't be able to stop eating them! [Tips to Avoid Pitfalls - Lessons Learned] Popular attractions like the Suzhou Museum and the Humble Administrator's Garden get very crowded during peak season; make sure to book in advance! The Suzhou Museum opens daily at 9:00 AM. Tickets are selling fast, remember to be on the lookout! Don't join a tour group in Suzhou! Attractions are directly accessible by subway, so feel free to explore Pingjiang Road and sample local snacks – flexible and carefree! Avoid buying the "trendy cultural and creative ice cream" on the main street of Pingjiang Road; it's expensive and ordinary. Instead, try freshly made Suzhou-style pastries. Don't buy the "cheap silk products" at the entrance of scenic spots; most are of mediocre quality. Suzhou embroidery or pastries from reputable shops are the better souvenirs. Suzhou boasts elegant gardens, gentle water towns, and tempting cuisine. Follow this guide to avoid pitfalls and immerse yourself in the charm of Jiangnan! #SuzhouAccommodation #JiangnanWaterTowns #SuzhouTravelAvoidance #SuzhouFood #SuzhouTravelGuide

Just got back from Suzhou, and I was absolutely thrilled with the trip! I visited all the must-see attractions in Suzhou! I also got to enjoy authentic local cuisine! I stayed up all night compiling the itinerary and important notes! Sisters planning a trip to Suzhou soon can just copy this guide without hesitation! ✅ Suzhou Transportation Guide 1. City Transportation ✅ Shared Bikes: Gardens in Gusu District are 1-2 kilometers apart (5-minute ride from Humble Administrator's Garden to Lion Grove Garden) ✅ Subway: Covers major attractions (Line 1 to Guanqian Street, Line 3 to Hanshan Temple, Line 4 to Pingjiang Road) ✅ Bus: Take Tourist Bus 5 to Xiyuan Temple and Lingering Garden. 2. Inter-district Transportation: Getting to Taihu Lake/Tongli ➡️ From the city center to Taihu Lake (Xishan Island): Take Metro Line 5 to "Taihu Xiangshan Station", then transfer to Bus 691. ➡️ From the city center to Tongli Ancient Town: Take Metro Line 4 to "Tongli Station", then transfer to Bus 725. ➡️ Train Station Options: Suzhou Station (Gusu District) is closer to the scenic area; Suzhou North Station (Xiangcheng District) takes 40 minutes to reach the city center. Minutes to the subway, don't buy the wrong ticket! ✅ Suzhou Two-Day Itinerary: Avoid Backtracking Day 1: 7:30 Humble Administrator's Garden (arrive early to avoid peak hours) → 9:40 Suzhou Museum (free, guided tours around the hour) → 11:10 Lion Grove Garden (artificial mountain maze) → Lunch: Li Bai Crab Roe Noodles (Pingjiang Road branch) → 13:00 Pingjiang Road (residential hand-rowed boats) → 17:30 Shantang Street (night view) → 19:30 Gusu Boat Banquet River View Restaurant Day 2: 8:00 Hanshan Temple → 9:40 Xiyuan Temple → Lunch: Xiyuan Temple Vegetarian Noodles → 13:30 Lingering Garden (visit Guanyun Peak) → Huanxiu Villa → Dinner: Wanyuan Suzhou-style Hot Pot ✅ Suzhou Food Guide 🤤 Wanyuan Suzhou-style Hot Pot: When in Jiangnan, you must try a Jiangnan-style hot pot! Their tomato broth is highly recommended! They also have the Jiangnan Nine-Square Hot Pot! Egg-infused chicken, beef balls with preserved vegetables, handmade black tofu…all so delicious! My mouth is watering just thinking about it! 🤤Gusu Boat Banquet River View Restaurant: A restaurant frequented by locals in Suzhou, serving traditional Suzhou cuisine. My friends and I ordered several dishes, all of which were delicious. My favorite was the braised pork belly! And the chewy, sticky desserts! 🤤Li Bai Crab Roe Noodles (Pingjiang Road Branch) Crab roe noodles! You absolutely must try this when you come to Suzhou! I'd been craving it ever since I came! The noodles are topped with generous amounts of crab meat! So fragrant! I want to come back for another meal! ✅Suzhou Accommodation Guide This time I stayed in Gusu District: close to gardens and old streets. I recommend "near Guanqian Street" (directly accessible by Metro Line 2, convenient for visiting the Humble Administrator's Garden and Pingjiang Road). You can also shop for local specialties on Guanqian Street in the evening at reasonable prices, suitable for students. ✅ Cost Reference (Budget Traveler) Entrance Fee: Around 100 RMB Food: Around 300 RMB Accommodation: 100 RMB (per night) Transportation: 50 RMB #SuzhouTourism #SuzhouTravelGuide #SuzhouFood #TravelGuide #WeekendGetaway #TravelGuide #UnforgettableAttractions #EatAndShop #SuzhouGardens #AutumnWhispersThroughTheLens #SuzhouTourism #SuzhouPhotography