A Comprehensive Guide to a One-Day Tour of the Humble Administrator's Garden in Jiangnan.
by 行者trip
Oct 17, 2024
Autumn exclusive! A hidden gem in Gusu City for maple viewing👏, the maple leaves in the Humble Administrator's Garden paired with ancient architecture are absolutely stunning!
✨Humble Administrator's Garden travel tips:
📌Navigation address: No. 178 Dongbeijie, Gusu District (15-minute walk from Beisitai Station on Metro Line 4)
🕰️Recommended visit time: 2-3 hours (remember to go right when it opens in the morning, very few people and great for photos!)
🎫Ticket: 70 RMB (cheaper if booked online in advance)
Visiting the Humble Administrator's Garden this season is simply breathtaking~ Golden ginkgo and fiery red maple leaves intertwine under the sunlight, every snap looks like a postcard! My favorite is the lattice windows in the garden, the moment red maples peek through the window frame is just perfect! The Yuanyang Hall and Xiaofeihong corridor in the garden are also super photogenic, wearing Hanfu for photos adds even more charm~
📸Must-visit photo spots:
1. Red maples in front of Yuanyang Hall (the sunlight hitting the maple leaves at 3 PM is the best)
2. Xiaofeihong corridor (red maple leaves as the foreground are stunning)
3. Wuzhu Secluded Residence (maple leaves and architecture complement each other)
4. Huxin Pavilion (the lake reflects the entire red leaf scene)
⚡Special notes:
- Best viewing period is mid-November to early December
- Fewest people at opening time, 7:30 AM
- Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, there are many stone paths in the garden
- You can also visit the nearby free attraction, Suzhou Museum, on the way
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