Gusu District
Suzhou
Visit Gusu District
Popular places to visit
Shantang Street
During your visit to Suzhou, you can do some window-shopping at Shantang Street. Wander the picturesque gardens in this culturally rich area.
Humble Administrator's Garden
Considered to be Suzhou’s most impressive garden, this beautifully landscaped space is best known for its interesting water features.
Suzhou Museum
Set in an innovative I. M. Pei building, this museum has a small yet impressive collection of art and artifacts, including prehistoric pottery.
Lion Grove Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Lion Grove Garden, a lovely green space in Suzhou. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Master of the Nets Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Master of the Nets Garden, a lovely green space in Suzhou. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Suzhou City Moat
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Suzhou City Moat during your travels in Suzhou. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
4-Hour Flexible Suzhou City Highlights Private Tour
Full Day Suzhou Private Tour from Shanghai
From Shanghai To Suzhou By bullet train & Explore Suzhou By Bike
4-Hour Suzhou Private Flexible Tour with Garden and Boat Ride Option
Suzhou Private Flexible City Tour with Lunch Option
Suzhou Private Tour with Gardens and Xiyuan Temple
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Other neighbourhoods around Gusu District
Suzhou Old Town
Noted for its gardens and historic sites, there's plenty to explore in Suzhou Old Town. Top attractions like Guanqian Street and Metro Shopping Mall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Lindun Lu Station or Leqiao Station to see more of the city.
Park Huxi
If you're spending time in Park Huxi, check out sights like In City Shopping Mall or Suzhou Center and hop on the metro to see more the city at Xinghai Square Station or Central Park Station.
Wuzhong
Wuzhong is a destination travelers like for its lake views, and you might hop aboard the metro at Yingchunlu Station or Baodai Lu Station to explore sights like Dushu Lake.
Yuexi
Though Yuexi might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Wujiang Museum and Shangfang Mountain.
Songzhuang
When in Songzhuang, you can plan a visit to Yuanrong Times Square and Suzhou Culture and Arts Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Xiang Cheng District
Xiang Cheng District is well-liked for its parks and historic sites. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Yangcheng Lake and Lake Tai are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Xiangcheng Avenue North Station or Qihe Station to get around.