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JONATHAN MAXWELLUnited States

Hangzhou-Suzhou 2-Day Tour: Explore Two Cities Without Regret

Hangzhou to Suzhou, a two-day travel guide is here! Feel the charm of the water towns in Jiangnan, a must-see! Come and explore with me! -------- 🗺️Itinerary: Day 1: West Lake Scenic Area -> West Lake Cruise -> Qiantang River Bridge Immerse yourself in the beauty of West Lake, take a cruise to enjoy the lake and mountains, and finally admire the magnificent Qiantang River Bridge. Day 2: Lion Grove Garden -> Hanshan Temple -> Hanshan Bieyuan -> Shantang Street Travel through ancient gardens and temples, feel the classical charm of Suzhou, and experience the unique Jiangnan water town style on Shantang Street at night. -------- Attraction Recommendations: West Lake Scenic Area ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: No. 1 Longjing Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province Opening Hours: All day Duration: 1 day Circle the lake and enjoy the beautiful scenery, a perfect blend of nature and culture. West Lake Cruise ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: West Lake Cruise Terminal, Hangzhou Opening Hours: 08:00-16:00 Duration: 2 hours Take a cruise on West Lake, enjoy the rippling green waves, and enjoy the unique scenery on the lake. Hanshan Temple ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: Fengqiao Road, Gusu District, Suzhou Opening Hours: January 1 - December 30, 07:30-17:30 Duration: 2-3 hours Ancient temple bells, a place of blessing, enjoy the famous stele gallery, and feel the charm of a thousand-year-old culture. Lion Grove Garden ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: No. 23 Yuanlin Road, Gusu District, Suzhou Opening Hours: November 1, 2024 - February 28, 2025, 07:30-17:00 Duration: 1-2 hours Interesting stone lions, maze-like gardens, and the beauty of mountains and rivers make people linger. -------- Travel Checklist: 👕 **Clothing**: The temperature in Hangzhou and Suzhou in January is moderate but rainy, so it is recommended to bring a light down jacket, thermal underwear, and a windproof and rainproof jacket, and don't forget to bring comfortable sneakers. 🎒 **Accessories**: Travel essentials include a power bank, data cable, and a portable umbrella or raincoat for sudden rain. Oh, hats and sunglasses are also good things to enhance the travel experience. 🆔 **Documents**: Bring your ID card, student ID, and other documents, just in case, in case there are special offers at some attractions? 💊 **Health Essentials**: Prepare some common medicines such as cold medicine and painkillers, as well as motion sickness medicine, after all, the journey is long. 📷 **Record the Good Times**: Make sure your camera or phone is fully charged to capture every beautiful moment, and of course, spare batteries or power banks are key. -------- Hangzhou's gentleness and Suzhou's elegance, visit them all at once, without regret! With this guide, set off immediately and enjoy the beauty of the two cities!
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Posted: Feb 7, 2025
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