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Suzhou Shanghu Family Trip: Take the Kids to Check in at the Stunning Metasequoia Forest

As autumn deepens, take the kids to Shanghu Scenic Area! The red leaves in the water forest blaze like fire, resembling an oil painting. A super healing family trip 👇 📍Changshu Shanghu Scenic Area (Jiangsu Water Charm Annual Pass, Suzhou Garden Annual Pass, and Changshu Tourism Annual Pass allow free entry; children under 1.2m enter free~) 🌊 Shanghu Family Tour Route 🌲 Entrance ➡️ Electric cart to the boat dock ➡️ Chinese Peony Garden (introduce kids to different peony varieties, even more beautiful in spring bloom) ➡️ Hushan Hall (climb high to enjoy the lake view) ➡️ Xuange Stage Theater (may have family performances, check in advance) ➡️ Wisteria Corridor (great for photos, even more romantic when wisteria blooms in spring) ➡️ Happy Island (children’s playground facilities, kids can play freely) ➡️ Water Forest (core check-in spot) ➡️ Xianlai Tea Garden (rest and enjoy tea, order some snacks for the kids) ➡️ Wild Luxury Shanghu Camp (camping, picnics, get close to nature) ➡️ Moon Dike ➡️ Fushui Villa (enjoy autumn scenery, take beautiful photos) 📷 Shanghu Family Photo Check-in Spots: 1⃣️ Behind the entrance statue, the golden tree—stand under the tree for photos full of autumn vibes, kids look great on camera~ 2⃣️ The red leaves of the Water Forest are brilliant—stand on the bamboo raft for photos, like being inside an oil painting, family photos are very memorable~ 3⃣️ The maple leaves turn red at Fushui Villa, with Jiangnan garden style blending with autumn colors—who wouldn’t love it? Take ancient-style beautiful photos with the kids~ 4⃣️ The park is full of small bridges and pavilions, every snapshot is a beautiful scene, capturing family moments~ 💡 Family Trip Highlights: Ride a bamboo raft through the Water Forest, kids can closely admire the metasequoias and enjoy peaceful, wonderful moments~ Happy Island has slides, swings, and other play facilities for kids to release their energy~ Wild Luxury Shanghu Camp offers camping and picnics, letting kids experience outdoor life and get close to nature~ The park environment is beautiful with fresh air, perfect for escaping city noise with kids~ 🍜 Family Food: Xianlai Tea Garden offers Su-style dim sum and tea, perfect for recharging during rest~ Nearby the scenic area are farmhouses where you can taste dishes made from fresh local ingredients, with mild flavors suitable for kids~ 🏨 Accommodation Tips: Recommended "Changshu Shanghu Garden Hotel," close to the scenic area, comfortable environment, family-friendly, very convenient for staying with kids~ 💡 Family Tips: Mosquitoes are still common in autumn, bring mosquito repellent~ Dress kids in comfortable shoes as the park is large and involves a lot of walking~ Pay attention to safety on the bamboo raft, make sure kids wear life jackets~ Annual pass holders should bring their cards in advance for entry~
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Posted: Nov 27, 2025
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