Travel in China
Start at the Changmen Gate end, walk west along the canal, and finish at Tiger Hill.
Suggested Itinerary
- The Changmen Gate end
Begin at the eastern entrance near the old city gate. - The canal walk
Walk west past the lantern-lit shops, teahouses and bridges. - Tiger Hill
Finish at the leaning pagoda - the street's western terminus.
What to See
1
The Red Lanterns
Lanterns strung across the canal and doubling in the water.
2
The Stone-Paved Lane
The flagstone street running beside the canal.
3
The Arched Bridges
Stone crossing points with carved balustrades.
4
The Teahouse Balconies
Upstairs windows overlooking the canal - order tea and sit.
5
The Boat Rides
Hand-rowed boats carrying visitors through the old town section.
6
The Tiger Hill Pagoda
The leaning 1,000-year-old pagoda at the western end.
Photo Gallery
Tips from Real Travelers
Food & Drink
The teahouse snacks
Suzhou sweets and Biluochun tea served on the balconies.
The canal-side restaurants
Restaurants serving Suzhou cuisine over the water.
Changmen Gate dining
The eastern end has traditional Suzhou restaurants.
Tiger Hill area
The western end has cafes near the pagoda.
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