When you arrive in Gusu, you'll see houses nestled along the rivers—Next stop: Suzhou!

"If you don't visit Suzhou, you'll truly miss the gentlest side of the East. 【Must-Visit Spots】—Shantang Street, Pingjiang Road, and Guanqian Street—none should be missed! 🔹Shantang Street (Best for evening + night tours) 🎫Admission: Free 🚇Take Metro Line 2 to Shantang Street Station, then a 5-minute walk 🌆Night boat ride (¥80/person)—when the red lanterns light up, the atmosphere soars, and the night views offer a 100%+ photo success rate 🧭Night Tour Tip: Crowds surge after 18:00, so arrive early to avoid peak hours 🔹Pingjiang Road (Daytime photos + cultural experiences) Perfect for Hanfu photography, with costume rentals starting at ¥68 🎶Listen to Pingtan (average ¥50/session) in a teahouse, savoring the soft Wu dialect—a true slow-living ritual 🔹Guanqian Street (Foodie paradise) Local food recommendations: Crab roe soup dumplings, peach blossom pastries, and small wontons 🏠Accommodation: Recommend Manting Hotel (Shantang Branch), steps from Shantang Street, ideal for photos and easy travel Suzhou is the kind of place you won’t want to leave. Instead of rushing, slow down—listen to Pingtan, taste crab roe, and live like a local. Suzhou isn’t meant to be "visited"—it’s meant to be "savored."