Huqiu District
Suzhou
Visit Huqiu District
Popular places to visit
Jinji Lake
This well-planned lakeside area is one of the city’s most popular leisure spots, offering outdoor activities as well as a diverse variety of shops and restaurants.
Humble Administrator's Garden
Considered to be Suzhou’s most impressive garden, this beautifully landscaped space is best known for its interesting water features.
Shantang Street
During your visit to Suzhou, you can do some window-shopping at Shantang Street. Wander the picturesque gardens in this culturally rich area.
Suzhou Museum
Set in an innovative I. M. Pei building, this museum has a small yet impressive collection of art and artifacts, including prehistoric pottery.
Gate to the East
Gate to the East is just one of the places to see in Suzhou, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Zhouzhuang Ancient Town
You can find out about the history of Kunshan with a stop at Zhouzhuang Ancient Town. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Things to do
Full Day Suzhou Private Tour from Shanghai
Shanghai to Suzhou Tai Lake and Moli Peak Private Hiking Tour
Suzhou Private Flexible City Tour with Lunch Option
Bridging Cultures to Reveal Suzhou’s Timeless Stories
Suzhou Airport Same Day Luggage Services (1 Traveler 1 Bag)
Shanghai to Suzhou Tai Lake and Guangfu Peak Private Hiking Tour
Top hotels in Huqiu District
Shangri-La Suzhou
Nice, clean and friendly hotel
Reviewed on Sep 25, 2025
Hotel Nikko Suzhou
This hotel presents itself as a high end hotel, but it is not. I stayed in a Deluxe Bedroom, on the 19th floor. The sound proofing on the windows is horrible. I could hear all the cars honking every morning from the 19th floor waking me up. At times, you could smell cigarette smoke coming thru the ...
Reviewed on Mar 2, 2025
Hotel Indigo Suzhou Grand Canal by IHG
Clean rooms and very helpful staff.
Reviewed on Sep 25, 2025
Somerset Emerald City Suzhou
Shopping mall with cinema and eateries.
Reviewed on Sep 27, 2025
Holiday Inn Express Suzhou New District by IHG
Convenient location
Reviewed on Nov 1, 2025
Holiday Inn Suzhou Huirong Plaza by IHG
The bed was comfortable but the breakfast was terrible. Staff were poorly trained.
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2019
Other neighbourhoods around Huqiu District
Guangfu
When in Guangfu, you can plan a visit to Taihu Lake Wetland Park and Qionglongshan Dongwu National Forest Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Xitang
Travelers like the mountain views in Xitang, and Lake Tai is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Gusu District
Spend some time visiting places like Shantang Street while getting to know Gusu District, and be sure to check out the colorful gardens. You can hop aboard the metro at Shantang Jie Station or Shi Lu Station to see more of the area.
Suzhou Old Town
Noted for its gardens and historic sites, there's plenty to explore in Suzhou Old Town. Top attractions like Guanqian Street and Metro Shopping Mall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Lindun Lu Station or Leqiao Station to see more of the city.
Yuexi
Though Yuexi might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Shangfang Mountain and Precious Belt Bridge.
Wuzhong
Wuzhong is a destination travelers like for its lake views, and you might hop aboard the metro at Yingchunlu Station or Baodai Lu Station to explore sights like Dushu Lake.
