Zhuozheng Garden

🌿 The pinnacle of Suzhou gardens! A comprehensive guide to avoid pitfalls in Zhuozheng Garden✨

Who wouldn’t love the top garden in Jiangnan?
Between red walls and black tiles lies 500 years of elegance～
Every step reveals breathtaking scenery!

📍Address: No. 178 Dongbei Street, Gusu District, Suzhou ⏰Opening Hours: Peak season 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM) Off-season 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:00 PM) 🎟️Ticket: 70 RMB

🎋 Must-visit route
1️⃣ East Garden Entrance ➡️ Lanxue Hall
First stop upon entry! Ancient trees tower in front of the hall, remember to look up at the plaque with the three characters "Zhuozheng Garden"
2️⃣ Furong Pavilion ➡ Tianquan Pavilion
Summer exclusive! The waterside pavilion surrounded by lotus flowers is perfect for photos
The colored glass windows inside the pavilion make an excellent photo backdrop
3️⃣ Thirty-six Mandarin Duck Hall
World-class garden architecture! Viewing the garden through the blue glass is super dreamy
4️⃣ With Whom to Sit Pavilion
Named after a poem by Su Shi! The fan-shaped small pavilion is built by the water, stunning at sunset

📸 Hidden photo spots
1. Xiaofeihong Corridor Bridge: reflections blend water and sky
2. Liuting Pavilion: perfect framed composition

⚠️ Pitfall prevention tips
• Fewest visitors before 9 AM
• No food or drink inside the garden, bring bottled water
• Electronic guide device deposit is 200 RMB

🍜 Nearby food
• Songhelou: century-old brand famous for Squirrel-shaped Mandarin Fish
• Yaba Shengjian: juicy pan-fried buns that are absolutely delicious
• Taohuayuanji: stunning Su-style desserts