- Pingjiang Road. Walk along the canal and take the little wooden boat (about ¥40, or $6, for 30 minutes). Go before 9, after that there's a queue.
- Shantang Street at night, when the lanterns come on over the water.
- The Humble Administrator's Garden, the most famous of the classic gardens. No need to plan it days ahead, booking on your phone the day before or that morning is usually enough. Tickets →
Things to do in Suzhou
Suzhou is the Venice of China, with canals and old houses right on the water. It's small and easy to walk.
What I would do
Where to sleep
Near the canals, for the night walk. These are the hotels I'd pick.
Quick answers
How much is the canal boat in Suzhou?
About ¥40, or $6, for 30 minutes on Pingjiang Road. Go before 9 to skip the queue.
Do you need to book the Humble Administrator's Garden?
Booking on your phone the day before or that morning is usually enough.