Experience Suzhou beyond the usual sightseeing tour. Explore atmospheric old streets, peaceful canals, lively local food spots, and hidden corners with a friendly local host. Taste selected Suzhou snacks, discover places many visitors overlook, and get help capturing memorable smartphone photos along the way. With a relaxed pace and plenty of time for food, photos, and conversation, this experience is designed to feel like exploring Suzhou with a local friend rather than following a large tour group.
Pingjiang Road, Pingjiang District, Suzhou, China
Step into the postcard-perfect side of Suzhou as we explore Pingjiang Road, a historic canal street lined with white-walled houses, stone bridges, narrow lanes, and traditional shops. Along the way, we’ll stop for local snacks, discover photogenic corners, and help you capture memorable smartphone photos beside the canals and old streets. It’s a relaxed way to experience the charm, flavors, and atmosphere of traditional Suzhou.
Dinghuisi Lane, Canglang District, Suzhou, China
Discover the lively Shuangta neighborhood, where historic Suzhou meets everyday local life. After seeing the iconic Twin Pagodas area, we’ll explore nearby Shuangta Market to browse local food stalls, taste Suzhou snacks, discover colorful ingredients and capture fun street-food photos. This is a great chance to experience a side of Suzhou that many visitors miss. Don't miss the winter maple leaves! (Visitors can pay for the Twin Pagoda Tickets if they want to go inside)
Guanqian Street, Pingjiang District, Suzhou, China
Finish the experience in the heart of old Suzhou at Xuanmiao Temple and the lively Guanqian Street area. We’ll see one of the city’s historic Taoist landmarks, then explore the surrounding pedestrian streets filled with traditional shops, local snacks, and colorful city life. It’s a great final stop for photos, tasting something sweet, and experiencing the energetic side of Suzhou’s old town.
Meet outside the entrance of the Pingjiang Road South Visitor Information Point. Your host will be holding a “Amaya” sign. From Xiangmen Metro Station on Line 1, take Exit 3 and walk approximately 300 metres to the southern entrance of Pingjiang Road.
If you are already in Suzhou and have a hotel in the Gusu area and other districts please let us know and we can schedule a time for pick up
If you are coming from Shanghai by train this will be the best train stop to get to Suzhou. Look for a girl with her name on her t-shirt sayin "Amaya" or just wait at the exit and we will call you.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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