Suzhou

A practical Shanghai day trip for classical gardens, canals and historic lanes. Choose two or three sights rather than trying to cover the whole city.

Pavilion in a classical Suzhou garden
Photo: Jason Zhang · CC0.

Popular and local sights

Getting there & around

Use high-speed rail from Shanghai Hongqiao/Shanghai Station to Suzhou or Suzhou North, matching the arrival station to your first stop. Allow station-to-city transfer time both ways and book return seats on China Railway 12306. City links: Suzhou Rail Transit · Suzhou local bus timetables.

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Suzhou attractions map

Tap a pin or list control to zoom to a sight. Pin locations are approximate; follow local access signs.

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    OpenStreetMap tiles require internet access. Amap (高德) is generally more practical inside mainland China; location search links are included with every pin.