Best Places to Enjoy Osmanthus in Autumn

Come to Suzhou to see the osmanthus! Although the flowers bloomed late this year, their fragrance is still intoxicating. A stunning osmanthus viewing spot is just 30 minutes away from An She Hotel!

Reasons to Visit: A garden filled with the fragrance of golden osmanthus! Top 14 spots in Suzhou to enjoy osmanthus.

Transportation Guide:
- Take a bus for 6 stops (walk to Shuangta Bus Stop, take Route 202, and get off at Osmanthus Park Stop after 6 stops).
- Guests staying at An She Hotel can walk 5 minutes to the bus stop.

Tour Route:
1. Enter through the South Gate → Osmanthus Corridor
- A kilometer-long osmanthus avenue! Late October is the peak bloom for golden osmanthus, perfect for walking and taking stunning photos.
2. Osmanthus Culture Museum → Tea Room
- Learn about the history of Suzhou's osmanthus, then enjoy a cup of osmanthus oolong tea at a window-side seat.
- (The view includes Suzhou-style white walls and black tiles!)
3. Lakeside Pavilion → Zigzag Bridge
- The lake reflects the golden osmanthus, creating a romantic scene. The best time for photography is around 4 PM when the light is soft.

Special Experiences:
- Free Hanfu experience for guests staying at An She Hotel.
- Freshly steamed osmanthus cakes available at a stall near the park's North Gate (recommended to buy the first steaming in the morning).
- Osmanthus-themed calligraphy and painting exhibition on the second floor of the Culture Museum (closed on Mondays).

Must-Visit Photo Spots:
① Spiral staircase in the Culture Museum overlooking the osmanthus forest.
② By the railing of the Lakeside Pavilion with the Zigzag Bridge as the background.
③ In front of the tea room's floor-to-ceiling windows, capturing osmanthus and traditional architecture together.

Limited-Time Delicacies:
- Osmanthus lotus root in syrup
- Freshly cooked osmanthus gorgon fruit
- Osmanthus rice wine dumplings
(Available at snack stalls near the park's East Gate starting at 2 PM.)

Recommended Hotel:
- Rooms include a mini bar.
- The second-floor observation deck offers stunning views.
- A 2-minute walk to Metro Lines 1 and 6.

Tips:
- Best time to view the flowers: October 25 to November 10.
- Early mornings are less crowded, and the osmanthus smells more fragrant with morning dew.
- Wearing Hanfu for photos adds a touch of elegance!