Always Visit Suzhou for a Taste of Jiangnan

Always Visit Suzhou for a Taste of Jiangnan "When you arrive in Gusu, you'll see every house built along the river." Always visit Suzhou, feel the evening breeze on Shantang Street, stroll along Pingjiang Road, and experience the charm of "Pingjiang Road, half of Gusu City." Enjoy tea while listening to traditional music, and immerse yourself in the slow-paced Suzhou lifestyle. This guide will take you on an in-depth tour of Suzhou👇 📍Location: Qili Shantang Street 🎫Tickets: Free 🚗Transportation: Navigate directly to Qili Shantang Street by car; parking lots are available nearby. After arriving at Suzhou Railway Station by high-speed rail, take Subway Line 2, get off at Shantang Street Station, and walk for five minutes. 🏠Accommodation: Suzhou Shantang Street Mantin Hotel, conveniently located in a quiet area amidst the bustling city. 📷Tour Guide👫🏻 Shantang Street: Enjoy the Prosperous Night of Gusu Shantang Street is not large, but it hides a plethora of authentic Suzhou snacks, all worth checking out. As dusk sets in and the lights come on, you'll feel as if you've traveled back in time to the old Gusu City. Taking photos at this time creates a perfect atmosphere. When in Suzhou, you must try a bowl of crab roe noodles. The delicious crab roe paired with chewy noodles makes every bite a delight. You can also choose to take a boat tour, which takes about 30 minutes round trip. Along the way, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery on both sides of the river, a relaxing and enjoyable experience. A night boat tour is especially recommended. The red lanterns hanging along the riverbank sway in the breeze, reflecting on the water, creating a unique charm of a Jiangnan water town. Like Pingjiang Road, this place is characterized by white walls and black tiles, small bridges, and flowing water, making it perfect for taking traditional photos. Dressed in Hanfu, you'll feel like you've stepped back in time. Pingjiang Road: Experience the Elegance of Jiangnan by Day Pingjiang Road is more suitable for daytime visits. If you want to listen to Pingtan (Suzhou storytelling and ballad singing in Suzhou dialect), don't miss Mr. Wu's "Sheng Sheng Man." Order a cup of fragrant tea, sit quietly, and listen to the soft and gentle Wu dialect, feeling the melodious tune. This is definitely an auditory feast not to be missed. This is also an excellent place to take traditional photos. There are many costume shops along the way. Change into traditional attire, stroll along the ancient street, and with the white walls and black tiles, flowing water as the backdrop, every shot is a masterpiece. Guanqian Street: Enjoy the Trendy Atmosphere Shopaholics must not miss Guanqian Street! Here, you'll find a dazzling array of clothing stores with various styles. At the same time, it is also a lively snack street, with street vendors selling all kinds of local delicacies. Stroll and eat, enjoying the pure joy of shopping and experiencing the most authentic local atmosphere.