[2025 Suzhou Restaurant] Travel Guide for Seven-mile-long Shantang (Updated Apr)

This just feels like Liyue from Genshin Impact coming to life. It felt so china here, i mean look at all the red lanterns glowing through that old town of china, reflecting off the beautiful streams of the village. It looks just like a painting, and we are brushed into it. We are glad we can watch the whole town transform from sunset into night, honestly sunset is even better because of the pastel sky. #awesomepic #couplestrip #景点拍照指南

Transportation Guide - Driving, Bus, Taxi Local attractions - Qilishantang Scenic Area, Suzhou Chamber of Commerce Museum Hotel－GreenTree Alliance Hotel, Suzhou Yaxuan Hotel Food and restaurants - Hexi Coffee Bar, Peach Blossom House Bistro Shopping Guide - Xiu Niang Silk, Sheng Wu Collection Crafts Store

There are no tourists here - just people going about their day. The former Shaanxi Provincial Hall and the former site of the Shandong Provincial Hall, both located by the roadside, bring a cultural air to the alleyways here. Children run and play in the streets, and the elderly sit outside chatting on wooden benches. The atmosphere is warm and content.

This is my first time to come to Hangzhou and experience a lot of cultural landscapes. I sincerely recommend this place, it's worth a visit. The hotel is not expensive if you book it with trip. We also ordered our train tickets from trip! Very convenient, if you need to use trip discounts, you can get even bigger discounts... I recommend Hangzhou, Suzhou, Chongqing or Chengdu.

❤️This city with a history of more than 2,500 years, a place praised countless times by literati and poets, with its flowing water under small bridges, pink walls and black tiles, is like a gentle Jiangnan woman, hazy and affectionate. Although it has gone through thousands of years, it is still elegant and moving. ❤️Suzhou has both the prosperity and bustle of a modern city and the classicism and tranquility of the traditional Jiangnan region. There are small bridges, flowing water, boats passing by, and bells ringing in mountain temples when the day has gone by. There are quaint streets and alleys, and exquisite garden art. There are misty rain in spring and colorful autumn. Suzhou has too many heart-pounding scenes. 🏠Accommodation: It is recommended to choose a hotel near the subway station in the Guanqian Street and Pingjiang Road area. 🚗Travel: subway + shared bicycles + walking, supplemented by taxis. 🚩Suzhou two-day itinerary recommendation: DAY❶: Tiger Hill➡️Hanshan Temple➡️Xiyuan Temple➡️Liuyuan Garden➡️Qilishantang➡️Wenchang Pavilion➡️Baoen Temple➡️Qilishantang (night view) DAY❷: Humble Administrator's Garden➡️Suzhou Museum➡️Lion Grove➡️Pingjiang Road➡️Xiangmen➡️Luohanyuan Twin Towers➡️Jinji Lake 👉【Must-visit attractions tips】 📌Huqiu: It has a history of more than 2,500 years. The Yunyan Temple Pagoda is quite tilted, so you can take a look at it. The ticket price is 60 yuan. 📌Hanshan Temple: Because of a poem, it has become a must-visit place when visiting Suzhou. Because the temple is small, there are always crowds of people. The ticket price is 20 yuan. 📌Xiyuan Temple: Compared with the crowded Hanshan Temple, the Zen-filled Xiyuan Temple has much fewer people and is very suitable for taking photos. The ticket price is 5 yuan. 📌Liuyuan Garden: One of the four famous gardens in China. Compared with the Humble Administrator's Garden, there are relatively fewer people here. The ticket price for this small garden is 55 yuan. It is recommended to choose between Lion Grove and it. There are too many gardens in Suzhou, and they are basically like this. Just find two representative ones and take a look. 📌Qilishantang: I think it is beautiful at night. The best shooting position is at Xinmin Bridge, but there are many people and the place is small. In order to set up the tripod to shoot the night view, I almost waited until the lights were turned off to occupy the camera position. 📌Bao'en Temple: The persimmon tree outside the Beisita subway station has no persimmons this year. It is nice to take pictures of Beisita from Beita East Lane. 📌Wenchang Pavilion: Located in the Taohuawu Cultural District, the main purpose of going there is to take pictures of Beisi Pagoda and Oriental Gate in the same frame on the 3rd floor. 📌Suzhou Museum: You need to make an appointment 7 days in advance, otherwise you may not be able to go. The main collections are the Pearl Relics Pagoda, the Painted Four Heavenly Kings Wooden Box, and the Secret Color Porcelain Lotus Bowl. 📌Humble Administrator's Garden: One of the four major gardens in China, many people go there, either go early or late, otherwise it will be full of people. The ticket price is 80 yuan in the peak season and 70 yuan in the off-season. 📌Lion Grove: There are many rockeries in the garden with various shapes, and it is known as the "Rockery Kingdom". The garden is not big, so you can come out after a stroll. The ticket price is 40 yuan in peak season and 30 yuan in off-season. 📌Pingjiang Road: This is the most well-preserved area in Suzhou Ancient City. Similar to Qili Shantang Street, it is also crowded with people on weekends. 📌Xiangmen: The ancient city gate rebuilt in 2012. You can climb up the city wall to overlook the Oriental Gate. There will also be light shows on major holidays. 📌Jinji Lake: The night view is super beautiful, with a distant and close view of the Oriental Gate. Food recommendations: Suzhou-style noodle soup: We recommend time-honored brands such as Tong De Xing and Yu Xing Ji. Dumb Fried Pan-Fried: thin skin, lots of fillings, and delicious soup. Squirrel fish: a representative of Suzhou cuisine, with beautiful appearance and sweet and sour taste. Fried eel in oil: the eel is fresh and the sauce is rich. Aozao noodles: delicious soup base and chewy noodles. The best seasons to visit Suzhou are spring and autumn when the climate is pleasant. There are many gardens in Suzhou, and it is recommended to choose 2-3 classic gardens to visit. Suzhou Museum is closed on Mondays and reservations are required in advance. The Suzhou dialect is Wu, which is quite different from Mandarin. It is recommended to learn some common expressions in advance. Optional attractions: Hanshan Temple: Experience the artistic conception of "Hanshan Temple outside Gusu City, the bell rings at midnight reaching the passenger ship". Liuyuan Garden: One of the four famous gardens in China, famous for its exquisite architectural layout. Lion Grove: famous for its rockery, feel the charm of the "Rockery Kingdom".

You said that spring is not too late... I have arrived at the real Jiangnan Misty rain falls in the south of the Yangtze River. The rainy season in Suzhou always carries a hazy beauty. Walking along Pingjiang Road, traces of raindrops are reflected on the bluestone pavement, as if every stone is telling an ancient story. The water of Qilitang River flows slowly, and the willow trees on both sides sway gently in the rain, as if adding a touch of gentle green to this Jiangnan water town. I had a Suzhou style hotpot, with fresh ingredients rolling in the steaming pot, and every bite had the taste of Jiangnan. At the boat banquet, sitting in a small boat, gently rocking with the waves, the scenery in front of you is like an ink painting, so beautiful that it makes people intoxicated. The boat moved slowly forward, crossing one small bridge after another, as if traveling through time and returning to the elegant Song Dynasty. I was wearing Song Dynasty pearl makeup, with tiny pearls dotted on my head, looking cute and naughty. Walking in the small temple in Suzhou, I felt like a young lady of that era, with a hint of playfulness and tenderness. The rainy season in the south of the Yangtze River always makes people hum the line: "The mist and rain fall in the south of the Yangtze River, who is the young lady holding an umbrella and crossing the bridge..." Suzhou, this ancient city, always makes people linger. Whether it is the ancient charm of Pingjiang Road, the water town style of Qilitang, or the warmth of a bite of Suzhou-style hot pot, they all make people feel the unique charm of Jiangnan. Suzhou in the rainy season is like a gentle song that sings into your heart and lingers for a long time. #Suzhou #Healing #Jiangnan #Suzhou-style hotpot #Suzhou Gardens #Historic Sites

The night view of Soju is highly recommended at Chili Sandang. It is a 10-minute drive from Soju Station... It is easy to get to and is a very pretty place centered around the water flowing in the middle of the town. I went there with high expectations because I heard the night view was especially pretty, and it did not disappoint. The red lanterns hanging on the white walls were romantic. The boats floating on the waterways are like a colorful landscape painting. I have been to many ancient cities in Yunnan Province, such as Lijiang and Dali, but this is the best for me. For those traveling to Shanghai, It takes about 30 minutes from Shanghai Station to Soju Station, and the car fare is less than 10,000 won, so it is easy to get there. Come to Chili Sandang, a romantic street full of food and things to see~~ #Chilisandang #ShanghaiTravel #Couples #HistoricalTrips #TravelEnjoyment #WonderfulThings

We decided to go to Suzhou for New Year's Eve at the last minute. We missed the New Year's Eve event in Suzhou because we stopped to set off fireworks after getting off the train. However, we visited Suzhou Center that night, and the next day we visited the Gate of the Orient, Jinji Lake Boardwalk, Guanqian Street, Pingjiang Road, Shantang Street, and Hanshan Temple, and then drove back that night. We only had one day off on New Year's Day, so the trip was a bit rushed and we didn't have time to savor it. But it was our first time in Suzhou, and we felt the charm of the city.

Stepping into Qili Shantang felt like walking into a living painting! This historic water town in Suzhou is an enchanting blend of culture, history, and picturesque scenery. 🛶 The narrow, cobblestone streets are lined with charming shops and teahouses, while the canals are dotted with traditional boats gliding peacefully through the water. Every turn reveals something new—be it intricate stone bridges, red lanterns swaying in the breeze, or locals sharing stories about the area’s rich history. ✨ Highlights of My Visit: • Watching the sunset paint the canals in golden hues. • Sipping tea by the water and soaking in the tranquil vibes. • Exploring the quaint little boutiques filled with unique souvenirs. Whether you’re a history buff, a photography lover, or just seeking a peaceful escape, Qili Shantang is a must-visit! I’ll definitely be back for another stroll through this magical place. #travel #couplestrip #thingstodo #china #food

On the third day of coming to Suzhou, I realized that in addition to the famous garden scenic spot, there is also the Qili Shantang Scenic Area, which is a collection of historical and cultural heritage and ancient cultural creativity. Stepping into the scenic spot is full of streets with Jiangnan characteristics, and specialty snack shops in front of you. This is a free and open scenic spot, and there are many street snacks for free tasting. Visitors can not only check in, but also taste Jiangnan authentic snacks and the market of various craft shops. This place is worthy of being a photo spot. There is a blue sky from any angle. The turquoise river water and the buildings with Jiangnan characteristics on both sides of the river constitute beautiful pictures. Even on a zero-degree morning, we walked while tasting various Jiangnan specialty souvenirs and checking in🤗 This place is more recommended than the traditional scenic spots👍 #Suzhou Good Places #Suzhou Qili Shantang Street #Suzhou Fun Recommendation

Introduction: If you want to experience the charm of Jiangnan water towns, don't miss Shantang Street in Suzhou. At night, the street is lit up with colorful lights, and the white walls and black tiles look like a dream. You can enjoy delicious food in the small shops along the river, feel the breeze, and watch the boats passing by. This is not only a pleasant trip but also an immersive exploration of Jiangnan culture. Enjoy the unique comfort! 📍Address: Qilishantang Scenic Area, Suzhou 💰Tickets: Free, no reservation required ✅Tips: 1. Qilishantang is a street with entrances on both sides. It is recommended to start from Shangtang Street and avoid backtracking. 2. Try not to go through the alleys, as you may get lost.

🚉Transportation: Drive to Qili Shantang Street, parking is available nearby Qili Shantang Street Shantang Street, also known as Qili Shantang, is located outside the northwest corner of Suzhou Ancient City. It starts from Dusheng Bridge in the east and ends at Tiger Hill in the west, with a total length of about 3,700 meters. Standing on the bridge, you can see the Leaning Pagoda of Tiger Hill in the distance. Shantang Street is where Bai Juyi, a Tang Dynasty poet, once worked, and is also the hometown of Wu Yipeng, a Ming Dynasty official. In 2010, Shantang Street was named a "Chinese Historical and Cultural Street." In 2014, as a heritage site of the Suzhou section of the Grand Canal, it was included in the World Cultural Heritage List. In 2015, it was named one of the first "Chinese Historical and Cultural Blocks" and is a unique cultural tourism attraction in Suzhou and a national 4A-level tourist attraction. Food recommendations: Osmanthus cake, plum blossom cake, qingtuan, smoked plum, crab roe bun, Suzhou-style crab meat and chicken noodle, crab soup bun, pea bun, Suzhou-style pan-fried bun! Shantang Scenic Area: The night view is great, and there is a pier where you can take a boat to enjoy the night view on both sides of the scenic area and find the real water town. The scenic area has a variety of cultural and creative stores, pastry specialty stores, and cheongsam, silk, and Suzhou embroidery stores. I think it's better to just look around and buy less. There are also Hanfu makeup stores, flower hairpin, and photo services in the scenic area, which are suitable for taking photos and sharing on social media.

I had nothing to do, so I went to Suzhou. It took less than half an hour by high-speed rail. After getting off the high-speed rail, I took the subway Line 2 for one stop, then transferred to Line 6 to get off at the Humble Administrator's Garden Suzhou Museum Station, which is right next to the Suzhou Museum. After visiting the Humble Administrator's Garden, walk along the road to the Family Mart convenience store and turn in to Pingjiang Road. From Pingjiang Road, take Line 6 to Tiger Hill. After visiting Tiger Hill, you will come out to Qili Shantang, where you can take a boat or stroll slowly along Qili Shantang. There are many niche attractions along the way, and you can also look for seven civet cats. After leaving Qili Shantang, take Line 2 for two stops to the high-speed rail station. It was a perfect end to the day.

Along the stone road of Suzhou Mountain Tang Ancient Street, walk northwest to reach Tiger Hill. Suzhou people call this small street, about 3.5 kilometers long, connecting Changmen and Tiger Hill, "Seven Li Mountain Tang". The construction of Seven Li Mountain Tang is related to the great poet Bai Juyi. It is said that Bai Juyi once served as the governor of Suzhou. In order to improve water transportation, he dug a mountain pond river from Tiger Hill to Changmen. The north bank of the river is "Mountain Tang Street". Because of the convenient water and land transportation, Mountain Tang Street and Changmen soon became the most prosperous places in Gusu; "Dream of the Red Chamber" wrote: "There is a Gusu city in the southeast, and the Changmen in the city is the most prosperous and elegant place in the world", which refers to the scene of Changmen and Mountain Tang. The current Mountain Tang Street has long lost its former glory. The low and old houses are densely packed, and there are many illegal buildings. The sanitation along the way is worrying. Fortunately, the government has started the development and renovation of the Mountain Tang Scenic Belt. It is believed that it will be restored to a typical Jiangnan water town style in the near future; Mountain Tang Street also retains the remains of Nanshe, Five Tombs, Pufo Temple, Bei Family Ancestral Hall, Guanyin Temple, Shandong Guild Hall, and Shaanxi Guild Hall. Transportation: Take Metro Line 2 to Shilu; or Metro Line 6 to Tiger Hill, both directions can walk to Mountain Tang Street. Tickets: Free, no tickets required for open sites, can be visited. Suggestion: You can visit Tiger Hill first, the exit is also at the intersection of Mountain Tang Street, then walk to Changmen, the whole journey is expected to be about 2 hours, the closer to Changmen, the more lively, the more snacks, Rongyang Building to eat small wontons, pan-fried buns and fried balls, is a good experience. Then arrived at the Changmen area, you can enjoy the night view, Bai Juyi Memorial Hall is also in it.

🗓️Itinerary: Departure by high-speed train at 10 am First stop: Pingjiang Road Second stop: Hanshan Temple The third stop: Qilishantang The driver who took us to Qili Shantang was very nice and only charged 10 yuan. He explained Suzhou culture all the way from Hanshan Temple, just like hiring a free tour guide. He kept asking us to ask questions. The driver also said that if we want to burn incense, we have to go in the morning 😂 I really love the enthusiasm of Suzhou🫰

⛱️ Must-visit spot: Seven-Mile Shantang 🌄 Travel tips: Seven-Mile Shantang Shantang Street does not require an entrance fee or reservation, and it's not very long. There are many specialty shops, and it is recommended to come around five or six o'clock to continue strolling until the lights are on, as the night view is very beautiful. The photo spots are at Tonggui Bridge and Xinmin Bridge. During the day, you can visit Pingjiang Road. Humble Administrator's Garden, Lion Grove Garden, these attractions are all close to each other. In the evening, head to Shantang Street, it's really beautiful after the lights are on! Get up a bit earlier in the morning~ Travel route: Cold Mountain Temple→Suzhou Museum→Humble Administrator's Garden→Pingjiang Road Historical and Cultural Street, head to Seven-Mile Shantang after dark→Gate of the Orient. End the day's journey. If you don't want to be too tired, you can split it into two days. You must make a reservation for the Suzhou Museum in advance~ Be sure to watch the Pipa language Pingtan, Teacher Wu's slow and melodious voice is intoxicating! 🏨 Food guide: In Suzhou! Eat 8 delicious meals in one day! ✅ Famous Chicken and Duck ✅ Peach Blossom Land ✅ Dumb's Pan-fried Buns ✅ Fushan Moxiang ✅ Gusu Plum Blossom Cake ✅ Wansan's Pork Knuckle ✅ Qianzhi Vegetarian~ Definitely pack some to take away ✅ Fu's Small Pot ✅ There are also many sticky pastries, Youdunzi, Jingjin dried tofu~ all are authentic Suzhou snacks that locals have grown up with! 💗 Other tips: Fun spots in Suzhou: 1️⃣ Humble Administrator's Garden 2️⃣ Lion Grove Garden 3️⃣ Pingjiang Road 4️⃣ Suzhou Museum 5️⃣ Cold Mountain Temple 6️⃣ Xiyuan Temple 7️⃣ Shantang Street 8️⃣ Shiquan Street

#春夏好 Place 2024 #古城 #汉服 #七里山堂 📍Address: No. 177, Shantang Street, Gusu District, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province Qili Shantang, also known as Qili Shantang, officially known as Shantang Street, is a pedestrian street with a history of nearly 1,200 years in Gusu District, Suzhou, Jiangsu Province. It starts from Xichang Lane at the foot of Huqiu Mountain in the west and ends at the ferry on the ancient canal outside Changmen in the east. Monk Bridge, with a total length of 3829.6 meters.

When you come to Qilishantang (Shangtang Street) in Suzhou, you will see the Suzhou-style water town with small bridges and flowing water, which is full of poetic and picturesque scenery and a romantic atmosphere that will make you linger and the beautiful scenery will make you dazzled.

After dreaming of the misty rain in the south, I find myself walking seven miles along the mountain pond. Strolling on the bluestone paths of the seven-mile mountain pond, picturesque scenes fill my sight, living by the river, the murmuring streams all tell of the city's long history...

Reality version of 'A Dream of Splendor'‼️ The most comprehensive two-day and one-night guide to Suzhou📝 · 1⃣️Shantang Street is really crowded But the sunset and night views are truly beautiful! Taking a ride on a black-awning boat is so romantic～✨ 2⃣️There are too many delicious things on Pingjiang Road! You can't finish walking down the road in half an hour, it's all about eating and drinking😁 (There's also Guanqian Street, suitable for shopping🛍️🛒) 3⃣️I love Hanshan Temple, it's so beautiful～ (Remember to buy incense in advance at the entrance, it's more cost-effective!) The pond full of koi is really stunning♨️ In the morning, you can have a bowl of the famous vegetarian noodles nearby 4⃣️You need more than half an hour to finish visiting the Humble Administrator's Garden (not free🆓) It's not as amazing as I imagined But it's still pretty good for taking photos🉑️ 5⃣️It turns out that the Suzhou Museum and the Lion Grove Garden are on the same route You can plan to finish them in half a day You need to book the museum one week in advance! (The picture is of the main museum, the West Museum can be booked one day in advance) But the museum is really, really, really beautiful and photogenic! The area selling souvenirs is also worth a long visit! Lots of desirable items～ 6⃣️It's already impossible to queue for the old man's name painting on Pingjiang Road🤣! Too scary! Families, come early to make a reservation😭 The spot is right at the entrance 7⃣️Hotel, we chose Indigo, the standard room is 400 per person The city skyline is perfectly unobstructed! Absolutely! 8⃣️Hot springs♨️ If you have enough time, you can drive to Wang Yan Hot Springs I heard it's the largest outdoor hot spring in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai, and it's really fun! And there's a pool full of little yellow ducks! So fun you won't want to leave! · 🍧🍡🧁🍤🥤🍵 Food category: 1. For 'Crab Three Treasures', you need to reserve two and a half hours to enjoy it (You can queue up first and then go to Pingjiang Road and the Humble Administrator's Garden, there's plenty of time) 2. It took 40 minutes by car to go check in at the 'Dongguan Shangdian' for their siu mai 3. 'Tea Color Misty Rain' has three stores on Pingjiang Road, but they are all very crowded The photos are indeed beautiful 4. The six-grid puzzle dish, called 'Xin Mei Hua', is frequented by locals 5. You must try the chicken feet on Pingjiang Road! There are two stores, I've tried both, and they're good～ ·

Shantang Old Street is a famous old street in Suzhou. Tourists only stroll around the section towards Changmen due to time and other reasons when visiting. In fact, the section towards Tiger Hill has a stronger original ecology and more ancient relics, such as the Tong Bridge located near the halfway of Shantang Street, which is one of the representative ancient bridges among many in Shantang. Tong Bridge, also known as Dong Bridge, and its ancient name is Shengan Bridge. It is one of the seventeen famous ancient bridges in Shantang. There is a Guanyin Pavilion on the west side of Tong Bridge, and there are also Tong Bridge Club, Bei Family Ancestral Hall, Yifeng Garden, Pufu Zen Temple, Nanshe Memorial Hall and other ancient relics and sites around.

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