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Not sure which garden to visit.
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I'd skip Hanshan Temple. During the Dragon Boat Festival, it gets so incredibly crowded you'll feel completely squashed. It's packed with elderly tourists from out of town, arriving by the busload, and you can only reach it by public bus.
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You're better off visiting Bao'en Temple, also known as Beisi Pagoda (the original structure was built by Sun Quan). It's quieter and less crowded. Along the way, you can also visit Suzhou University (book ahead!), Pingjiang Road, the City Wall Museum, and the Suzhou Silk Museum. Then you could swing by the Suzhou Museum and the Humble Administrator's Garden.
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For snack streets, just head to Pingjiang Road; that's all you need.
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Anyone in Gusu (Suzhou) looking for a drinking buddy to get pleasantly tipsy? DM me!
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You can book a hotel around Guanqian Street. It's very close to the gardens, within walking distance.
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Why are the ride-hailing drivers in Suzhou so rude?
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After reading this, I'm almost afraid to take a ride-share.
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Go to Tiger Hill.
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Suzhou is really humid. Avoid guesthouses, especially in the old town. The photos make the rooms look spacious, but they're actually tiny, with barely enough room to move. I won't name the specific one to avoid, but DM me if you want to know. Just stay in a hotel! Prices are similar, and you'll be much more comfortable.
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So, which area is considered the 'old town' then? Hmm...
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Don't bother eating at Songhelou. I feel like other restaurants taste pretty much the same, anyway.