Gusu District Travel Guide
Suzhou
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Popular places to visit
Shantang Street
During your visit to Suzhou, you can search for that perfect souvenir 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.
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.
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.
Beisi Pagoda
You can find out about the history of Suzhou with a trip to Beisi Pagoda. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Gusu District
Pan Pacific Suzhou
The hotel architecture is lovely and decorated in traditional Jiangsu style. The only thing lacking is attention to details e’g insufficient towels, no replenishment of tea and coffees packs.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Suzhou Marriott Hotel
Very comfortable and excellent services. Room space very big. Very nice, yummy dinner buffet. Various selections of breakfast.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
AC Hotel by Marriott Suzhou China
I like the walkable of the area and the cleanliness of the room.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Kimpton Suzhou Bamboo Grove by IHG
Amazing property with professional staff and buffet breakfasts were tasty with great variety of selections. Will definitely book it again in the future!
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
The Ritz-Carlton, Suzhou
it’s not five star hotel
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2025
Wyndham Garden Suzhou
Room was excellent quality, spacious and clean, super equipped. Very dark blackout curtains so I slept through..
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gusu District
Suzhou Old Town
Noted for its gardens and historical 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
While you're in Park Huxi, take in top sights like In City Shopping Mall or Suzhou Center Mall, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Xinghai Square Station or Central Park Station.
Wuzhong
Wuzhong is a destination travellers 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
When in Yuexi, you can plan a visit to Shangfang Mountain and Precious Belt Bridge, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Songzhuang
While there might not be top attractions in Songzhuang, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Yuanrong Times Square and Suzhou Culture and Arts Center.
Xiang Cheng District
Xiang Cheng District is well liked for its parks and historical 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.
