Dragon Boat Festival Summer Fragrance and Coolness Guide in Xiangcheng, Suzhou
by _TI***ga
May 31, 2025
| Leisurely Tour in Xiangcheng, Seeking Summer Charm Friends in Dezhou, looking for a cool and fun summer getaway this weekend? Then come. Dezhou Workers' Cool Weekend | Leisurely Tour in Xiangcheng, Seeking Summer Charm
Friends in Dezhou, if you want to find a cool and fun summer retreat this weekend, come to Xiangcheng District, Suzhou. It will surely give you a pleasant weekend.
Transportation Information
- Airplane: You can depart from Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport near Dezhou and fly to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport or Pudong International Airport. Then transfer from Shanghai by high-speed train or bus to Xiangcheng District, Suzhou. It takes about 30 minutes by high-speed train from Shanghai Hongqiao Station to Suzhou, then take the subway or taxi to Xiangcheng District.
- Train: Take the high-speed train from Dezhou Station to Suzhou North Station, which is located in Xiangcheng District. After exiting, you can transfer to Metro Line 2 and other convenient routes to reach various places within the district.
- Self-driving: From Dezhou, take the G3 Jing-Tai Expressway, G2 Jinghu Expressway, G42 Huyu Expressway, and finally S9 Su-Shao Expressway to reach Xiangcheng District. The whole trip is about 850 kilometers and takes around 8.5 hours.
Recommended Itinerary
Friday Evening
- Arrival and Check-in: After arriving in Xiangcheng District, go to your booked hotel to check in and rest a bit to recharge for the weekend activities.
Saturday
- Morning
- Hetang Yue Se Wetland Park: Here you will find thousands of acres of lotus ponds, with the summer fragrance of lotus flowers filling the air. The beautiful scenery of "lotus leaves connecting to the sky" is enchanting. Stroll along the wooden boardwalk, wandering through the lotus flowers, with a gentle breeze cooling you down. You can also choose to take a boat ride to get closer to the lotus flowers and connect intimately with nature.
- Afternoon
- Suzhou Imperial Kiln Golden Brick Museum: The museum displays the craftsmanship and history of imperial kiln golden bricks. Through various exhibits and scene recreations, you will feel as if you have traveled back to ancient times. In the cool environment of the museum, experience the unique charm of Suzhou’s traditional craftsmanship and learn the stories behind the golden bricks.
- Evening
- Taiping Old Street: Taiping Old Street has a special charm after nightfall. Stroll on the bluestone pavement and admire the ancient buildings with white walls and black tiles. You can find a specialty shop to taste local snacks and feel the lively atmosphere of the Jiangnan water town.
Sunday
- Morning
- Tiger Hill Wetland Park: This is a green ocean with tall and lush dawn redwoods forming dense shade. Walk among the redwoods with a cool breeze on your face, very pleasant. Jog or walk along the 6-kilometer-long Rainbow Trail, enjoy the joy of exercise, and you can also row a boat to accompany the beautiful lake scenery.
- Afternoon
- Shengze Lake Rose Garden: The garden is planted with hundreds of varieties and over a million rose plants, colorful and fragrant. Take photos in the sea of flowers and feel the romantic atmosphere. When tired, you can enter the lakeside café to enjoy rich drinks and admire the stunning lake view of Shengze Lake, allowing your body and mind to fully relax.
Suzhou Xiangcheng District is such a charming place that lets you feel cool in the hot summer and appreciate the unique charm of Jiangnan. Friends in Dezhou, come here to spend a wonderful weekend💕.
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