(Translated by Google) A business hotel with decent facilities and excellent geographical location. Breakfast is served from 7 o'clock. (Original) 商務酒店，設備還行，地理物質優異，早餐七點開始供應。

(Translated by Google) It's worth a visit (Original) 들러볼만해요

(Translated by Google) Really excellent, excellent internal Japanese restaurant (Original) Veramente ottimo, ristorante giapponese interno ottimo

(Translated by Google) Friendly service staff (Original) 服務人員親切

(Translated by Google) Elegant and clean (Original) 優雅乾淨

(Translated by Google) great (Original) 좋아요

A nice and informative winery to visit. They have plenty of exhibits and even a bottling plant at the place.

Yantai city tour on 9jul25.wednesday. morning. Very relax & wine juice tasting. Many type of entrance fees to visit Changyu Wine Culture Museum. Display of wines. Visit the wines making , museum .

Great museum, i wish it was more english explanation

I was here with a tour group in late April 2016. I had a good feel of what mainland Chinese wine cellars looked like. Many of the information there were dated and I was surprised that the brand did not seem to be able to expand its market despite its historical edge!

Thanks to the wonderful students, people and city of Yantai for letting me experience a fascinating museum that reflects the wonderful, but complex relationship between China and the world. The Germans gave China the gift of modern wine production. With it, the hard work and ingenuity allowed Chinese people to expand and improve the wines over the years. The museum is a gem- as great an experience as the Napa Valley vineyards or the caves of Epernay. Special thanks to SDIBT, which invited me in March 2016 to teach a course on Real Estate and finance. The students were bright and the hospitality was epic. I hope to return soon to teach (and learn ) again. Yantai was once an American navy base until 1938. I can imagine that the American missionaries, traders and military enjoyed the hospitality. The city has many things to see and I hope to see it in the summer some day when the beaches are full.

Grateful surprised to meet this amazing place for wine entushiasts! Salut🍷

go for it

(Translated by Google) The infrastructure is very modern, but it feels better than when I went there 5 years ago. It's okay to go when the weather is good. It is recommended to drive there, as public transportation is inconvenient. (Original) 基础建设很有时代感，不过比5年前去的感觉好了一些，天气好的时候去还可以，建议驾车前往，公共交通不便。

Beautiful views when I visited at sunset!

(Translated by Google) The natural seascape is very beautiful. The stone wall is engraved with the story of Qin Shihuang coming to ask for the elixir of immortality. There is also the installation art of Bole Xiangma. You can stop and take pictures of many scenery on the seaside. However, there are no parking lots in many places, so you can park at will on the roadside. If so, please pay attention to safety. Halfway through the fun, there are seafood shops open during holidays, and the dining environment and meals are both delicious. ps.. There is a paid parking lot at Qin Shi Huang's side. (Original) 天然海景很漂亮，石壁上刻的是秦始皇來求長生不老藥的故事，也有伯樂相馬的裝置藝術，海邊很多風景都可以隨停隨拍，不過許多地方沒有設置停車場，以路邊隨意停放的話，要注意安全唷。玩到一半的話，假日都有海產店在營業，用餐環境跟餐點都好吃唷。 ps..秦始皇那邊有收費停車場。

(Translated by Google) It is enough to go to Yangma Island to see the sea in Shandong. In 2023, the sea water is still so clear and bottomless. I call it a miracle. The whole island is very big. It is recommended not to drive a private car as the road will be a bit congested. It is very comfortable to rent a small electric car and drive around the island. The food on the island is a bit expensive, and some internet celebrity attractions are just like that, so there is no need to go out of your way to check in. (Original) 来山东看海去一个养马岛就够了，2023年了海水还是依然那么清澈见底，我称之为奇迹。整个岛很大，建议不要开私家车来路上会有点堵，租个小电瓶车环岛兜兜风很舒服。岛上饮食有点贵的，有些网红景点也就那样，大可不必特意去打卡

(Translated by Google) Muping Yangma Island has clear water! (Original) 牟平养马岛 海水清晰！

(Translated by Google) The air on the beach is fresh, the population density is low, there is a statue of Wang Jian, a general of the Qin Dynasty. When coming to Yantai, you should visit to enjoy the calm and clear sea air. (Original) Không khí bên bờ biển trong lành, mật độ dân cư thưa, có tượng Wang Jian (Vương Kiến), vị tướng đời Tần. Đến Yên Đài nên ghé thăm để tận hưởng bầu không khí biển êm dịu và trong trẻo.

(Translated by Google) A good place to escape the summer heat, climb high and look far, and enjoy the mountains and rivers. You can also go cherry picking in May and June, and the prices are reasonable. You can drive by yourself from Weihai or Yantai. (Original) 避暑好地方，登高望远，游山玩水。5，6月还可以去摘樱桃，价格公道。从威海或者烟台自驾车都可以。

(Translated by Google) A good place for hiking and hiking. Beautiful scenery, clean air quality, and well-maintained trails. As you get older, you have to think about your physical strength. (Original) 喜愛爬山健行的好去處 風景優美 空氣品質清淨 步道修整完善 上了年紀就要考慮自己的體力

(Translated by Google) After the early spring rain, although the mountain breeze cools the skin, the mountains are covered with different greens, cherry blossoms, snow and peaches are gorgeous, strong pine trees are fragrant, and strange rocks are displayed in the sky. It is truly a fairyland on earth. (Original) 初春雨後，雖山風涼膚，滿山異綠相間，櫻雪桃艷，勁松香沉，奇石天際陳列，實人間仙境

(Translated by Google) Like this place very much (Original) 很喜歡這地方

It is really big and amazing.. You can find the huge factory with long experience was tasty beer at that place . It’s really discovering beer story. We’re talking about most famous and historical factory in China If you will visit this city , I advise you to visit this place as it new experience ,

They offer a wide selection of tours at different price ranges. You can also enjoy really fresh draft beer. I loved the crispness of each glass. Definitely worth a visit if you come to Qingdao.

Nice little museum showing how German brewers once brought their craft to China. It reflects a complex part of history, but it’s interesting to see what developed from it – today one of Asia’s biggest beer brands. Takes about one to two hours, and the beer tasting at the end is great, especially the freshly brewed, unfiltered draft beer. Worth a stop when you’re in Qingdao!

Absolutely great place to visit with lots of interesting exhibits and historical information. They also give free beers to paying visitors but the Q was quite long. The atmosphere was very boisterous and noisy with everyone enjoying themselves.

Not a fan of beer but Tsingtao Beer is so iconic, almost a synonym of Qingdao that I couldn't miss this museum. As its peak travel season now, tickets are in hot demand. The standard ticket includes entry to both Buildings A & B and 2 glasses of their beer. They also have tickets with escape game component. Building A is a showcase of the history and culture of the brewery, starting with its roots from Germany, established by the Germans in 1903. Building B is a showcase of the production facility. At the mid point of Building B is where I was served the first glass of Tsingtao Beer and a packet of their beer nuts. There's a cute interactive table in the middle where if you place your glass on it, it'll randomly match you with someone else who does the same across the table, with a message that says Cheers or Drink Up. At the end of Building B is their merchandise store, where I got a scoop of their 原浆啤酒 gelato (¥32, nice, I liked it). They also sell a wide range of merch here from tees to magnets, keychains, pin, to nuts, chips and of course their beer. As you exit the store, you enter their bar and restaurant where you pick up the 2nd glass of beer. Outside the museum there's also the 1903 Bakery, where they sell bread made with the same yeast used in their beer. Next to it is the same gelato ice cream (for those who want an ice cream without going into the museum). Overall I think this place has great potential to be really enjoyable but I must say amongst all the breweries I've visited, this is my least favourite. Purely because of the crowds. Despite the control on numbers with capped ticketing, the entire museum is filled with so many people it felt stuffy in the buildings, despite the air conditioning. It was hard to read the captions with people blocking your view constantly, not to mention even harder to take proper photos. There wasn't enough seating to properly enjoy my beer. But given how iconic the brand is, I don't know if you can truly say you've visited Qingdao if you didn't make it here.

A must visit when you travel to Qingdao. Very interesting to learn about the history of Qingdao beer - beer is very closely intertwined with the city's identity and culture after all. Exhibits are generally very clear and nicely laid out, with both English and Chinese explanations. Section A is on the history of the brewery, while section B explains the beer making process. Best to book the tickets online in Wechat ahead of time, you can also purchase tour packages. The standard ticket alone includes 2 small pints of draft beer and a packet of nuts. If you prefer to read the exhibits at your own pace, theres no need for a tour guide, as it will be quite rushed and you have to move in a large crowd from room to room.

It is a museum that showcases the history of Tsingtao Beer. The admission includes two glasses of beer and some snacks. It was a great experience.

Take metro line2 .2stop from zhubai .yaian Rd. Walk 15mins toward may 4th square. On12jul25.saturday morning.9am.hot summer. No charge.

nice place for a relaxing stroll front Sea. this sculpture is nicer during night when lighted.

A place of remembrance. The sculpture was prominent and defining in every direction.

Landmark attraction in Qingdao that also has some good views at night!

A truly remarkable piece of human masterpiece. The place brings such relaxation to once soul in a busy life. Warmth and love of people around adds to it's extra beauty. China is indeed a wonderful place

Hisense Plaza. Great selection of world's major brands, Clean, spacious, helpful and quiet shopping experience. Excellent variety of groceries (Level P1) with a tiny hint of European and North American traditional items. Liquors and tobacco are represented for 5-6 out of 10, but right in store. Highly recommend!

While being a landmark of Qingdao, during the day its just a monument. However, the area looks stunning at night - with the monument lit up and modern buildings in the background, the area deserves a handful of night view photos!

Another trace of German history here. The gothic church looked similar to the one in Xujiahui, Shanghai. The huge front court and little cart stalls reminded me of the Christmas markets. But the heat reminded me otherwise. Costs RMB10 to enter the church, which I think is worth it, to admire the stained glass (and escape from the heat for a bit).

The church is located in a big square, and is very beautiful, it’s one of the biggest symbols of the German colonization, around the church there is many pedestrian streets and looks like you are in Europe, I liked the place, I was here in the new lunar year time, than in front the church and in the streets around it was many crowded with many attractions like a parade with dragons and people dancing, was beautiful.

A serene and beautiful place. The architecture was beautiful and the inside was stunning. There's an entrance fee to visit.

Current location is incorrect. Should be 100m north as per this location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/z1h2anLF7fbhRB8j7

It’s not really church but also not a historical building as everything was redone after cultural revolution. Not worth 10 RMB in my view.

It was okay. Many people, lots of stores.

Mass times (as of Sep 2025) Sunday 6:30am, 8:30am, 6:00pm Monday - Friday 6:30am

This place has hundreds of sea gulls flying around and was absolutely crowded with folks feeding them and taking videos and pictures. There are also several YouTubers and Tiktokkers recording their dances and experiences.

Too many people. Overall nice to walk. You can take a newspaper photo for some payment not Alipay. But there is also a lot of photographers

Super crowded, quite impossible to get a good picture. Still worth to take a stroll towards the pier and see one of Qingdao's most iconic places. Free entrance. Would recommend to walk towards Luxun Park 鲁迅公园 and take photos of the Pier from afar with the waves in the background, and with much lesser people. Take a walk towards that direction during the sunset time to enjoy the best views.

If you are a beer lover, you are going to want to read this. The building at the end of the pier is the building printed on the label of the Qingdao beer bottles (or so I am told). After visiting the Qingdao beer museum our tour bus took us here and I have to say that I do not understand why this place only has a 3.9 star rating at the time I'm writing this. It is a bit crowded but views, the building and street food and performers are more than anyone could ask for. I will post some pictures of when I visited and hope the place is as beautiful and cool for you as it was for my group and I.

It's just a pier into the sea from the Taiping Road promenade. The pagoda temple at the end of the pier is empty n locked up. Plenty of speed boat and water ski scooter rides offered. The place is pretty popular with local tourists and the Prince Hotel nearby is suppose to serve a good breakfasts for its guests as well as other dining options.

13jul2025. Sunday. We visited Qingdao Zhanqiao Pier. A lot of tourists on a hot summer holiday. A lot of children came to Qingdao sightseeings.

I've visited the place in Jan/Feb 2017. It's a low season here this time of the year, but there were a lot of people on the pier, especially during the day. I personally enjoyed it more in the evening, as you can enjoy the night view of the city coast.

Great place to stay for shorter time span for leisure

Badaguan (Chinese: 八大关; pinyin: Bā Dà Guān ; lit. 'the eight great passes') is a historical mansion area located near the coastline in the city of Qingdao, Shandong, China. Badaguan is made up of streets named after great military forts of the ancient times. It was originally a residential area for the Germans built when Qingdao was a German protectorate (1897–1914). Each street is lined with a single species of tree and many street names are colloquially known by the trees that line them.[1] Along the streets are houses built in a variety of European architectural styles. Badaguan is bordered on the west by No. 1 Beach and on the east by No. 3 Beach. Badaguan is a popular destination for wedding photography. One can often see dozens of newlywed-couples being photographed along Badaguan's shoreline and greenspace.

Historical district with a lot of parks and old buildings, THE local spot for photo shots. We have encountered no less than 40 couples taking their wedding gown pictures here.

A nice area to walk around and enjoy the greenery and european style architecture. It's also near the beach (no. 2 bathing scenic area).

Interesting old homes in European styles, but there is an admission fee for each house and one needs to do a bit of walking.

We liked this area a lot! Many big house and it felt like you were in Europe somewhere.

The driver suggest we revisit here in April or May when the view is the best of the year.

Nice place for parents and children. Many animals to see from close range

(Translated by Google) Suitable for family travel (Original) 适合亲子出游

(Translated by Google) The scenery is beautiful (Original) 景色很美

Good place for rest.

I was there more than 7 years ago but can still remember it well. Beautiful and serene place. Yes a lot of stairs but worth the climbs. Highly fecommended.

This place was nice to see for me and friend. A lot of stairs to go :-) Thanks to our personal guide! Greetings from Germany

Beautiful view in the night on temple lights from the Yangtze River

Nice place to visit when you are in Nantong

Nice place......

(Translated by Google) A great place. There you can see almost everything related to Buddhism. You can get up to the temple either by cable car or on foot via many stairs. The temple at the top of the mountain is very beautiful and interesting. From the top you have a great panoramic view of the whole of Nantong. (Original) Ein toller Ort. Dort gibt es fast alles um den Buddhismus herum zu sehen. Rauf zum Tempel kommt man entweder mit der Seilbahn oder zu Fuß über viele Treppen. Der Tempel oben auf dem Berg ist sehr schön und interessant. Von oben hat man einen tollen Rundblick über ganz Nantong.

All stars for nature. Staying in Shanghai for a long time could be oppressing. This Park could be an ideal escape from the city. You can easily use public bus with that cost only 22 RMB (have yet to count your transportation fee to the main bus station). If you are students, remember to bring student cards (even if you are from non-Chinese universities, they just check the graduation dates). The entrance tickets for students are 30 RMB (prettt affordanle for efforts to plan more trees!) Bike renting process annoys us a lot. My friend and I are both foreigner. We only have alipay as a payment method. Eventhough the banner does show accepting alipay. Staff said they only accept Wechat pay. We could not do that as we don’t have Chinese accounts. If we want to use Alipay, we have to deposit 200 RMB for each bike, which does not apply to people who pay with Wechat Pay. Anyways, we decided to walk cause we kinda felt weird. Exploring the park by walking turns out pretty good; we will stopped by places a bit more easily. Walking and exploring half of the park takes us around 1 hour and a half. If you bike, you can go around the park in 1 hour (that what the staff said, but probably you will not see the nitty gritty). Enjoy your trip! Cheers!

I like this place, nice views, you can ride bikes. There also RV camp, you can easily book RV for yourself or family, and you can even do BBQ here. There some entertainment here for example bump cars, horse riding and other... It's a good place to visit in Shanghai, make sure to check weather report before go there ;)

A huge area of artificial forest. Decorated by creeks and ponds. Good camping and bicycling place.

Thoroughly enjoyed the visit and I would highly recommend that you rent a bicycle or tandem with a friend. Cycling through the lush greenery it's very pleasurable. As is stopping at the major attractions for photo-taking. There are diverse activities you can participate in - flying fox, campervans, etc. Best to check in with the Park for more info. Otherwise, a day trip would suffice.

(Translated by Google) The air is very good, and you can take a small train to travel around. You can also camp in the barbecue area. There are special camping RVs, but unfortunately they are all booked... (Original) 空气很好，坐小火车可以一路逛。也可以在烧烤区露营，有专门的露营房车，可惜都订光了...

(Translated by Google) It was so cool to ride a bike around the park! (Original) 骑自行车绕公园一周实在是太棒了！

(Translated by Google) Take a walk on the weekend and get away from the hustle and bustle. (Original) 周末散散步，远离喧嚣。

An exceptional experience at the Shanghai Audi International Circuit. The track is world-class, perfectly built for Formula 1, offering both thrilling racing action and an outstanding spectator experience. The organization was seamless, with clear signage, efficient entry, and easy access to various viewing areas.

tour was very nice and went to paddock, grandstands, briefing room etc. One thing missing is a track tour, like Daytona they should have trams that take you for a roundabout, but since they're resurfacing the track now maybe they will in the future. They also need to have an open merch store, and consistent schedules for tours and gokart track, which was supposed to open but never did. The AC was not on and inside it was sweltering and completely deserted with no resteraunt or anything open which is a missed opportunity. Overall it's a great and cheap way to see f1 track, but they need to capitalize on customer needs more.

Shanghai International Circuit for F1 race event. Consider taking the metro - “Shanghai Circuit” subway station on Line 11 as traffic to the circuit is narrow (1 way in and out) and very congested during these large events.

Very well built F1 track with huge grand stand and lots of facilities. If budget is a factor the best seats are at the K stand hairpin curve. I'd give it 5 stars if those were not occupied by the F1 race in Singapore.

Amazing place to enjoy the extreme speed of F1 racing car. You will have the most lively experience with the engine smoke smell, the noise and the wind. Enjoy the race!

Got the chance to come here for a VIP race in late 2016 and it was awesome. Got to head down to track level and eat some food with the racers. Wicked time. Headed up to the stands to see the beginning of the race and then when it started raining, headed inside to get warm. Awesome event!

Excellent views of most of the circuit, that itself provides plenty of on track action. My only gripe would be some escalators to at least get up a few levels of the very high grandstand, and some better food options, and maybe some beverage outlets in the grandstand itself (on a higher level)

(Translated by Google) A tourist destination in the suburbs, about 30 minutes away from where we were staying by taking two subway lines. There are fewer people than Yuiyuan, so you can enjoy it more slowly. There are places where you can wear folk costumes for a cheap price. Be careful not to get ripped off, but it is recommended for girls! Before arriving here, I walked for about 20 minutes from the station, and it was fun. (Original) 宿泊場所から、地下鉄を二個乗り継いで30分くらいの郊外の観光地。ユィーユエンより、人が少なくてゆっくりできます。 民俗衣装を安く着て撮影できるところがあります。 ぼったくりに注意ですが、女の子におすすめです！ ここにつく前も駅から徒歩で20分くらい歩いたのですが、それも楽しかったです。

(Translated by Google) Nanxiang Old Street doesn't require a ticket. It's nice to walk around, eat and drink. (Original) 南翔老街是不用門票 進來走走逛逛 吃吃喝喝 還不錯

(Translated by Google) The place where I took pictures is quite far from the city. (Original) 就拍拍照的地方，離市區滿遠的。

(Translated by Google) Wonderful atmospheric place! (Original) Замечательное атмосферное место!

(Translated by Google) Nice old street (Original) 不錯的老街

(Translated by Google) antique (Original) 古色古香

(Translated by Google) No service (Original) 没啥服务

It was a great experience, the botanical garden and the great view made the visit very magical. One of the best places I have visited up until now.

A must visit place in old Suzhou city. The park is pretty big, with lots of gardens and attractions placed all around. It cost only 70 yuan to enter the Tiger Hill area. The leaning tower of Suzhou is just as cool as the tower of Pisa.

Tiger Hill is one of Suzhou’s oldest historical sites, with over 2,500 years of history. Legend says that after King Helü was buried here, a white tiger appeared and guarded his tomb for three days, giving the hill its name. At the heart of the lush, peaceful complex stands the Huqiu Pagoda, a thousand-year-old tower from the Northern Song Dynasty, famously leaning about 2.3 degrees—often called the “Leaning Tower of China.” This seven-story pagoda, rising through the trees, perfectly blends ancient architecture, legends, and the timeless atmosphere that makes Suzhou so unique.

Came especially to see cherry blossoms. It does not fail! So beautiful, abeit crowded. Entrance fee rmb60. Could spend 1 to 2 hours. The leaning Pagoda was quite interesting but not allowed to enter as it's seems unsafe. One of the nicer gardens to visit in Suzhou.

Beautiful park area with traditional monuments. I enjoyed walking around and having a tea somewhere in the middle of the park. Most beautiful was the garden close to exit with ponds.

Went here on june. Super hot but worth it, it was beautiful and the pagoda looks aesthetically pleasing

This place have less tourists so you can enjoy your walk

As one of the four great gardens of Suzhou, the Humble Administrator’s Garden truly showcases exquisite landscape design. Its pavilions, towers, water features, and architectural details all reflect the beauty of classical elegance. Visiting here offers an experience of the refined Jiangnan-style architecture, garden layout, and landscaping. The overall atmosphere is poetic and picturesque, making one feel completely immersed in its aesthetic charm. Even on hot and crowded days, taking the time to appreciate the surroundings allows one to sense the classical spirit and millennia of cultural heritage. It is well worth exploring. Standing before ancient calligraphy, paintings, or thousand-year-old structures, one can almost imagine scholars of the past composing poetry and couplets in this very environment, reflecting on the future. The trip is both moving and inspiring, and I highly recommend it. This is my travel review of the Humble Administrator’s Garden.

The Humble Administrator's Garden (Zhuozheng Yuan) 拙政園 is a renowned classical Chinese garden located in Suzhou, China. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and considered one of the finest and largest gardens in all of southern China. The garden is a masterpiece of Ming Dynasty landscape design, known for its elegant water features, winding paths, and traditional architecture that creates a serene and picturesque environment. It is primarily designed around water, with a maze of connected pools, islands, pavilions, and bridges. The design is meant to create the effect of a wild, natural landscape within a city setting. The garden was originally built in 1509 by Wang Xianchen 王顯辰 a frustrated imperial censor who retired to a simple life of gardening after his official career. He named it the "Humble Administrator's Garden" to reflect his quiet, simple aspirations. Over the centuries, the garden changed hands many times and was divided into separate private estates. It served various purposes, including a government office and a prince's residence during the Taiping Rebellion. The current appearance of the garden largely reflects the late Qing Dynasty style, and the three main sections were finally reunited by the Chinese government in 1949 and subsequently opened to the public.

One of the 4 amazing gardens in Suzhou. This is a famous unesco heritage site with amazing gardens and architecture. A guide would be recommended for you to understand the history of the buildings. Avoid the weekends as it can get really crowded and do expect traffic jams in your car ride there. Highly recommend !

An absolute masterpiece and the pinnacle of Chinese classical garden design. It's vast, serene, and incredibly beautiful, with a harmonious layout of ponds, pavilions, bridges, and rockeries. It can get crowded, but its status as a UNESCO World Heritage site is well-deserved. Go early to enjoy its tranquility.

I find park and historical places more fascinating after dark so if you are into that then book a night tour from the west gate which starts around 7:30. It was slow paced and a fun experience (by fun i mean if you enjoy silence, sounds of insects after dark and warm lights) There is a short opera styled musical with a light show (8/10) The guide was friendly and spoke enough english to enquire deeply about the history and significance of the space.

This is right in the centre of the city. You can take line 6 to the stop named after the garden and the Suzhou Museum. Be careful — as you emerge from the metro, the first long queue is likely for the museum. You need to walk further down the alley and find the Ticket Office, where, to my surprise, they took cards, even foreign ones. This garden isn’t very big, and so it easily gets overcrowded during the weekends and especially during the summer holidays (even on weekdays). The garden itself loses novelty if you have seen Liu Yuan (Lingering Garden), which feels less crowded and hence more relaxed. My four star review could have been 5 had the environment been more relaxed like a Suzhou garden, and had I not seen Lingering Garden. But this is still a very fine specimen.

Suzhou has many decorated gardens. The Humble administrators is one the most beautiful ones. Best visit during the week to avoid being stuck in the crowd. There are small souvenir shops inside.

Stunning architectural and artwork in a single venue. Has a bit of similarities to Miho Museum, which was also by I.M. Pei. It's really crowded even on a weekday. Plan a week prior and register before going.

A Must-Visit Cultural Gem in Suzhou. Visited Suzhou Museum and was genuinely impressed! The museum beautifully blends modern minimalist architecture with traditional Chinese elements. It’s not just a museum, it’s a visual and cultural experience. The exhibits showcase Suzhou’s rich history, including intricate jade carvings, ancient calligraphy, and Ming/Qing dynasty relics. The flow of the layout makes it easy to navigate even for first-timers. The architecture and interior design are photogenic from every angle, definitely a must-visit photo spot. The tranquil garden inside offers a peaceful escape and is very “zen”, perfect to just sit and relax. It’s FREE to enter, but you may need to book a slot online a week before via WeChat app. I’d recommend coming early to avoid the crowd and to enjoy the calmness of the space. The crowd control could be better during weekends, and the museum café was a bit underwhelming. Still, Suzhou Museum is totally worth a visit if you're in town, especially for those who enjoy culture, design, and photography. You can combine your visit with nearby Humble Administrator's Garden where both are within walking distance!

I was attracted to The Suzhou Museum, because it was designed by the celebrated Chinese-American architect I.M. Pei (a native of Suzhou). The museum is more than just a repository of historical artifacts—it is a stunning work of art that seamlessly marries modernist architectural principles with the soul of classical Chinese gardens. It is an immersive experience where i find the building itself is as captivating as the collections. What immediately strikes me is the brilliant use of the local Jiangnan vernacular: white walls, dark gray roofs, and an intimate relationship with water and rock. Pei translated these traditional elements into a contemporary language of stark white stucco and geometrical gray granite tiles. The result is pure visual poetry. Inside, the use of natural light is masterful, creating a contemplative atmosphere that highlights the exquisite collection of paintings, calligraphy, porcelain, and jade. Though the collections are wonderful—showcasing the rich history of the Wu region—it is the architecture that truly preserves the "touch of ancient China" while feeling utterly joyful, modern and fresh. During my visiting in mid-September it offered a quiet moment to appreciate this tranquillity, as I appreciate this piece of a true testament to the timeless elegance of Chinese aesthetics.

So hard to get tickets for this museum. You have to pre-book via their Mini Prog, opens 7 days prior at 8am. Tickets are snapped up in a few minutes! I tried for 19 Aug initially but didn't get it, made the mistake of not setting up my profile in advance so by the time I created my profile, the tickets are all gone. Learnt my mistake and managed to secure a ticket for 24 Aug morning. The entrance is conveniently located at Metro Line 6, Exit 2. Here, you can only enter during your ticket time slot, 11am to 12nn in my case. Got an audio guide for ¥30 (one of the last few as they have limited pieces). The main exhibit is just a small section on the 1st floor while there are other special exhibits within the building at additional cost. This is the most scenic museum I've been to in China. Truly 园林中的博物馆, very Suzhou. The exhibits however are nothing outstanding, perhaps just the 苏绣 section, a heritage, skillful, unique embroidery style founded here. The building itself is the highlight here. This is the work of the famous architect, 贝聿铭, the same man behind the glass pyramid of the Louvre Museum in Paris. The hexagonal windows throughout create such beautiful photos effortlessly. The outdoor garden area is where most gather and probably spent more time than in the museum itself. The route ends at the 太平天国忠王府. From the exit, one can walk to the Humble Administrator Garden and/or Ping Jiang Road. Overall, a good 2.5 hrs spent here. Not much in terms of artefacts but still worth a visit to see the beauty of this museum.

The museum itself is an masterpiece, which is designed by I.M. Pei, the world famous designer that also designed the crystal pyramid for the Louvre. Over 40,000 artifacts with over 250 national first-class relics should keep you busy for at least 2 hours. Purchase your ticket beforehand

A must! A must! The ancient Chinese art, paintings, calligraphy and handmade crafts in Suzhou, Jiangsu. The museum was designed by renowned architect I.M. Pei

Have to book the place in advance else there will be no entry allow. Amazing place that summarised the main highlights the architecture of gardens in Suzhou. There are free official tour guide (free of charge) in once we enter, good to follow if it is your first visit. She gave comprehensive explanations of the main attraction of the museum.

Great place to visit if you are in the area. Gives you a glimpse of what China used to look like prior to the ongoing "modernization". More preservation efforts of the old world should be made.

Just a small place to visit for the afternoon 😊 nothing too fancy

Good

Old City, good views

(Translated by Google) I found Qiandeng really beautiful, even though it doesn't take long to see the old town. It was raining when I was there, so there was basically nothing going on. But I think it's a nice stopover if you're in the Shanghai/Suzhou area (Original) ich fand Qiandeng echt schön, auch wenn man echt nicht lange braucht bis man die Altstadt gesehen hat. Es hatte geregnet als ich da war, da war dann auch quasi gar nichts los. Aber ich finde es ist ein hübscher Zwischenstopp wenn man sich im Raum Shanghai/Suzhou aufhält

(Translated by Google) Qiandeng Ancient Town, Kunshan City, Suzhou City, is a free attraction. There is Qiandeng Ancient Temple, which costs 10 yuan to enter, but it is worth visiting. It is full of beautiful pagodas and forest of text monuments, as well as Jiangnan courtyards, which still have the style of elegant people. All buildings are typical Jiangnan style built along the river, with small bridges and flowing water. . It is a very distinctive Jiangnan style place, with antique charm, small bridges and flowing water, beautiful ancient buildings and many people. The scenery is even more beautiful in the evening. The reflection in the water is beautiful on a rainy day. (Original) 苏州市昆山市千灯古镇,是免费的景点裡面有千燈古廟需門票10元但值得一入滿漂亮的塔及文字碑林,還有江南庭院造型,不失風雅之士風範，所有的建筑是典型的江南风格沿江而建,小橋流水人家。。很有特色江南风格地方，古色古香，小桥流水，古建筑很美人真的好多。傍晚景色更美。下雨天水中倒影很美。

(Translated by Google) Very comfortable walking environment, well planned (Original) 很舒服的步行環境，規劃得不錯

We came here around 6pm, no one asked for the tickets. Good place to spend some time. Many ancient structures are present here. Ladies are wearing ancient dress and make up and doing photography adding some ancient vibes. KFC and McDonald is also there.

Beautiful water town, not crowded at all in August! It’s better to stay one night inside the scenic area to really appreciate it.

Extraordinary location near Suzhou. The town is very alive, with many stalls, markets and shops ensuring a vibrant environment. The many bridges connecting the sides of the town are stunning works of fine stone masonry. One could only imagine how it would have been in the 19th century. Truly deserving of the title, “Venice of the East”.

The most beautiful place in the world ❤️❤️❤️ Classical gardens are 2000 years old! Live pictures! And the windows on the walls are their frames! So much beauty in every millimeter! Very shocking place! I wanted to die there and stay forever!!! I felt happiness, and all my senses were overflowing with impressions! Something that I wish every person to see in their lifetime - this is the ancient city of Tongli ❤️❤️❤️

Lots of walking, sorry to said not much things worth buying & the cafe we visited are so pricey. And need to pay RMB100 per person to enter the town.

Visited in Apr. This is the perfect relaxing water town to explore leisurely - beautiful, serene, retains a sense of authenticity, lively yet not overwhelmingly crowded (unlike Suzhou’s famous waterside streets which are so crowded it’s impossible to enjoy). Tongli Town is compact and extremely conducive for exploration on foot. Allocated a full day for day trip from Shanghai. Explore and soak in the atmosphere leisurely (rather than squeezing in whirlwind stop) especially for families with small kids. Took an excellent boat ride, explored a old buildings/gardens, the famous bridges and take a simple but relaxing, pleasant lunch stop at one of the canal side restaurants to sample local cuisine and chat with friendly locals. Lots of quaint coffee shops around town. Ticket buying at tourist centre was quick and hassle free (free for seniors and kids below 1.4m) - tickets for accessing buildings / gardens. 25 min boat ride recommended - clean, well maintained boats, relaxing and nice way to see the town.

Rmb150 per boat. Nice view. Do not let her sing for you. Its RMB 20 per song. She will sing 5.

A great place to visit when in Shanghai - tourist friendly. We booked a guide to take us before heading to the airport and they took care of everything- tickets, transport and most importantly explaining to us the many special places. Rows of stalls offering snacks (many local cuisines) and souvenirs (including many antique shops and cat/dog cafes) on each side of the river banks. The boat ride (Additional fee) was great to orientate on arrival.

It was a very old town but lots to see if you enjoy cultural stuff. With the clear blue skies, you will be able to capture awesome pictures with the boat and water. A cafe is there too for you to cool down but it is quite expensive. Overall it is quite an experience 😀😀😀👍👍👍

If you do not have time to visit Suzhou or Hangzhou, here is a great place to see the ancient town built along the intricate waterways. Shops are mostly the same as what you could find in a typical Chinese ancient town selling more or less the same items, so I would instead spend more time reading up the history behind the town. This is accessible from Shanghai city using Metro line 17. However, the journey could take roughly 1.5hr. So do plan your time and take into consideration the long travel time Visited on 2 January 2025, Thursday. No tickets required, free entry.

The Zhujiajiao Ancient Water Town is an important tourist destination, about one hour drive from Shanghai city. The Town was established nearly 1700 years ago, famous for stone bridges, waterways and Ming and Qing dynasty architecture. It's also called The "Venice of Shanghai". Its very enjoyable to spend time there, walking along the waterways, taking a boat cruise or relaxing with a cup of tea. Other places to visit is the landmark Kenzi garden established in 1912. It has a main hall, a garden, and an artificial hill. Fangsheng Bridge is another attraction, best among the 36 ancient stone bridges, It was built in 1812 and supposed to be the largest stone arch bridge in Shanghai. The Zhujiajiao Ancient Water Town is so beautiful that one can easily spend an entire day there, but a minimum of three hours is needed to see it.

Review for Zhujiajiao ancient Water Town. To reach there you can take subway from Shanghai Hongqiao subway station. "Wonderful place! Zhujiajiao Water Town is incredibly well-preserved, with its ancient charm still intact. You'll love strolling along the canals, crossing the many bridges, and taking in the historic architecture. The old houses on the canal banks have been beautifully transformed into restaurants, shops, and local produce stores. A highlight is the ancient post office turned museum, where you can send letters to yourself or loved ones from special post boxes - they'll be mailed to you in a specific month of a future year of your choice! What a unique experience! Perfect for a relaxing day trip or a romantic getaway. Highly recommended!" 5/5 stars

Zhujiajiao an ancient water town located in the Qingpu District on the outskirts of Shanghai, China. Often referred to as the "Venice of Shanghai," it is a popular tourist destination known for its well-preserved traditional architecture, canals, and stone bridges. Key Features and Attractions Canals and Bridges: The town is built around a network of canals, with over 36 ancient stone bridges still in use, including the iconic Fangsheng Bridge, a five-arch stone bridge that is a landmark of the town. Ancient History: Established about 1,700 years ago, the town has a rich history, with archaeological findings in the area dating back 5,000 years. Traditional Architecture: Visitors can explore numerous well-preserved Ming and Qing dynasty-era houses and gardens. Boat Rides: Gondola-style boat rides along the canals offer a unique perspective of the town's charming streets and houses. Ke Zhi Yuan (Ke Family Garden): A large, traditional Chinese garden featuring a man-made hill, a pond, and various pavilions, offering a peaceful retreat. North Street (Bei Dajie): The main street is lined with ancient shops, restaurants, and tea houses, providing a vibrant glimpse into local life and commerce. Visiting Zhujiajiao is easily accessible from central Shanghai by bus or metro, making it a popular day-trip destination for those looking to experience the charm of an ancient Chinese water town without traveling far from the modern metropolis.

Took the subway here from Huangpu District and it took about a little over an hour. Definitely worth the stop out here and to see Chinese cultural building rather than the modern setup they have now.

Amazing place

This place encompasses the historical, ancient and water-town attractions in and around the city of Wuxi , located in the Jiangnan region . Recommend to visit at night time …colorful lighting the scenic grand canal. So many Chinese food stores for trying..yami 😋 good experience on the traditional boat along the canal then back by ancient car …immerse in the charm of Jiangnan. Easy to visit as it is in town .

On our way to Hangzhou we made a stopover and tour around Xitang Ancient Town. It was a long walk but very educational. There were a lot of local tourists and some who were having photoshoots in their traditional costumes. There were also food stalls along the way and a scenic boat ride for a fee. So many areas to take photos and sit. The place brings you back to old China. So beautiful! Toilets can be found nearby. The alleys have cobblestone path and a bit hard to walk on. We ended our walk at the South gate where we had lunch.

This place was wonderful! I spent 3 days staying in a very nice small hotel next to the water(about 30 usd a night). During the day you can walk around checking out the sights or stopping at a local coffee shop to relax. There's also restaurants and shopping you can do. At night you can also enjoy the night views or go enjoy the night life. They have several bars and night clubs if you are into that. Oh and they filmed Mission Impossible 3 here.. Cool!!

Romantic place indeed

My favorite city I visited in China. It is small and simple but full of history and fun. The food is amazing and you will not find another city that is as beautiful as this one. The rivers at sunset make the city glow.

Fantastic... definitely worth a visit

Beautiful place tonvisit