Suzhou travel plan in winter

Suzhou in winter is very beautiful. Not only are the white walls and black tiles, small bridges and flowing water, but also the melodious bells of ancient temples and the quiet night of Jiangnan Water Town. Walk on the stone streets covered with autumn leaves to feel the history and enjoy the taste of the real Suzhou New Year. Rice cakes, sugar-coated lotus roots and fragrant wine of ten thousand miles.

🔷️Recommended attractions

📍Zhuozheng Garden (National 5A scenic spot)
-Opening hours: 07:30-17:00
-Ticket price: 70 yuan

📍Suzhou Museum (works of architectural masters Pei Yuming)
-Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday 09:00-17:00 (Last admission 16:00) Closed on Mondays (except public holidays)
-Ticket price: Free (reservation required)

📍Tiger Hill (虎丘)
-Opening hours: 07:30-17:30
-Ticket price: 60 yuan

Recommended activities: Climb the Tiger Hill Tower for a panoramic view of Suzhou City, visit the Sword Pool and learn about the historical legends involved Experience the history of the Thousand-Man Stone and admire the natural scenery of Tiger Hill

📍Hanshan Temple
-Opening hours: 07:30-17:00
-Ticket price: 20 yuan

📍Pingjiang Road
-Opening hours: Open all day
-Ticket price: Free

📍Santang Road
-Opening hours: Open all day
-Ticket price: Free

🔷️Recommended food🍲🥘🥗🍜🥬
"Squirrel fish" (Sōngshǔ guì yú): Fried squirrel fish or "fried sea bass with sweet and sour sauce, crispy outside, soft inside, Suzhou's signature dish🐟

"Yangcheng Lake big hairy crab": Delicious crab meat, fat, and yellow eggs Winter is the best time to enjoy these crabs🦀

"生煎包" (shēng jiān bāo): Deep-fried steamed buns or deep-fried xiaolongbao with crispy bottoms and rich soup. A must-eat snack on Pingjiang Street🥟

"Suzhou-style soup noodles": Smooth noodles and delicious soup. A great choice for breakfast🍜

"糖粥": Sugar congee: Sweet but not greasy, warming the heart, and a traditional Suzhou snack

🔷️Recommended accommodation
🏢 "Pingjiang Road Neighborhood Inn" near Pingjiang Street: Full of ancient charm, you can see the beautiful scenery of the ancient street just by opening the window

🏢 "Kincheng Lake Neighborhood Inn", a hotel near Jinji Lake: Beautiful environment, convenient transportation, suitable for tourists who like the atmosphere of a modern city

🔷️Travel tips

✈️Travel by plane: The nearest airport is Shanghai Pudong International Airport or Wuxi Sunan Shuofang Airport. You can fly to Shanghai or Wuxi first, and then take a plane to Suzhou.

🚅Travel by train: Suzhou has several high-speed rail stations, which directly connect high-speed rail to Shanghai, Nanjing and other places, very convenient for self-driving.

🚘Travel by car: Suzhou is located in southeastern Jiangsu Province, about 100 kilometers away from Shanghai.