Humble Administrator's Garden / 拙政园

Category
Historical
Nature

Why Visit

• UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Considered the finest classical Chinese garden
• Masterpiece of Ming Dynasty landscape design
• Famous lotus ponds and seasonal scenery
• A must-see attraction for first-time visitors to Suzhou.

Suggested Duration
2–3 hours

Best Visiting Time
06:45–10:00

Suitable For

• Garden lovers
• History enthusiasts
• Architecture lovers
• Couples

Tips

• Arrive before 8:00 AM whenever possible
• Visit together with Suzhou Museum next door
• Follow the recommended garden route to avoid missing scenic viewpoints
• Spring and early summer are particularly beautiful, while autumn offers colorful foliage.

Admission Type
Paid Ticket

Reservation Required
Yes

Reservation Max.
H-7 max

Opening Hours
March 1st to October 31th: 06:45–17:30 (Last entry at 17:00); November 1st to February 28th: 07:30–17:00 (last entry at 16:30); Evening hours: 18:30–21:00 (closed on Monday)

Address (English & Chinese)
No. 178 Northeast Street, Gusu District, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province
江苏省苏州市姑苏区东北街178号
(5A级区)

Amaps Link
https://surl.amap.com/cBjfBt41x2wZ

Baidu Link
https://j.map.baidu.com/K2K4

Note
Ticket price: 80 元.