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Explore Suzhou's Iconic Lion Grove Garden (Shizilin)

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Lion Grove Garden (Shizilin), a UNESCO-worthy masterpiece of Suzhou classical gardens. Wander through intricate rockeries, serene ponds, and exquisite pavilions that define Chinese landscape artistry. Our curated Suzhou garden tours offer profound cultural insights and peaceful nature escapes, perfect for history buffs and photography lovers alike. From private guided walks to scenic boat tours, discover the hidden gems of Shizilin and experience the soul of Suzhou. Book your unforgettable cultural journey today!

4.3/5 avg ratingTours from $9.8814 unique experiences71% private tour options

At a glance

Tour Price

Tour Price

$28–$204 typical

Median price is $177

Rating

Rating

4.33★ average

Reviewers describe experiences as engaging and profound

Tour Length

Tour Length

8–9 hours typical

Median duration is 8 hours

Best Value

Best Value

Garden Tours

Averages 5.0★ at $146 per tour

Tour Type

Tour Type

Mostly Private

71% of options are private tours

Flexibility

Flexibility

71% Free Cancellation

71% of options also offer instant confirmation

18 Products

Timeless Suzhou: Private Suzhou Trip from Shanghai or Suzhou

Timeless Suzhou: Private Suzhou Trip from Shanghai or Suzhou

9 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
5 (3 reviews)
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$189
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Timeless Suzhou: Private Suzhou Trip from Shanghai or Suzhou
Summary

A full day packed with the best Suzhou has to offer: curated garden, spiritual temple, charming water alleys, leaning tower, bustling wet market, and more! The day will also be filled with unique activities: a boat ride through historic canals; rest your legs at a riverside tea house; and visit a te...

Inclusions
  • Bottled Water
  • Entry Admission - Xiyuan Temple
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Boat ride in the Suzhou Grand Canal
  • A thoughtful gift :)
  • All entry admissions/tickets included - a Classic Suzhou Garden, Xiyuan Temple, Tiger Hill
  • Private tour (if your group exceeds the max size, please contact us)
  • Private car for hotel / preferred location pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
  • Lion Forest Garden
  • Pingjiang Road
  • Xiyuan Temple of Suzhou
  • Shantang Street
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Vegetarian friendly (please notify us in advance), Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking, Operates in all weather conditions (except for the extreme ones), please dress appropriately, Infants (age under 3) are welcome to join free of charge; however, please note that we do not provide infant seats in car, Please wear comfortable shoes as there will be approx. 3-4 km of walking, Not recommended for gluten-free guests due to the common use of soy sauce in local cuisine, This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

From Shanghai: Suzhou & Tongli Water Town Private Day Trip

From Shanghai: Suzhou & Tongli Water Town Private Day Trip

9 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
5 (6 reviews)
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$184
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From Shanghai: Suzhou & Tongli Water Town Private Day Trip
Summary

This full-day tour takes you to visit one water town - Tongli Water Town in Suzhou, one of the most fabulous water town in China. You may heard of it or seen either for its history or photography. For this tour, you will be picked up and dropped off at your Shanghai hotel, its quite convenient to ad...

Inclusions
  • Rickshaw ride
  • Private transportation service
  • Professional English speaking tour guide
  • Entrance tickets
Exclusions
  • Dinner
  • Gratitude (Recommended)
Itinerary
  • Shanghai
  • Tongli Town
  • Suzhou
  • Lion Forest Garden
  • Shantang Street
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Infant (1-3 years old) are free providing they do not occupy a seat, Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately, Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Suzhou Gardens Entry Ticket with Optional Guide&Transfer Services

Suzhou Gardens Entry Ticket with Optional Guide&Transfer Services

6 hrsSkip the linePrivate tourFree cancellation
0
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$8
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Suzhou Gardens Entry Ticket with Optional Guide&Transfer Services
Summary

Suzhou is home to numerous gardens, each a masterpiece of art and nature. Booking tickets in advance is a wise choice—simply present a QR code or identification on the day of your visit to enter the scenic areas directly and freely immerse yourself in their beauty. When reserving tickets, consider a...

Inclusions
  • Entrance Ticket to the Garden you have selected
  • Guide and Transfer if you choose the related option
Exclusions
  • Accommodation
  • Guide and transfer if you choose to book ticket only
Itinerary
  • Suzhou Ancient Grand Canal
  • Master-of-Nets Garden
  • Lion Forest Garden
  • The Lingering Garden
  • Humble Administrator's Garden
  • Tiger Hill
Good to know
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

All-Inclusive Private Day Tour to Suzhou by Bullet Train or Car

All-Inclusive Private Day Tour to Suzhou by Bullet Train or Car

9 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
5 (1 reviews)
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$209
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All-Inclusive Private Day Tour to Suzhou by Bullet Train or Car
Summary

What better way to explore one of the most historical town near Shanghai—still mostly survived China's modernization drive—than by having an indigenous inhabitant tell you stories about the history and evolution of the 2500-year-old quaint town. I am a local Shanghainese—born, and lived here all my ...

Inclusions
  • English-speaking Guide
  • Round-trip Bullet train fares,Lunch,hotel/airbnb pickup and drop-off included
  • Garden Admission Tickets and Gandola Boat Tickets
Exclusions
  • Gratuity For Guide
Itinerary
  • Shanghai Railway Station
  • Lion Forest Garden
  • Pingjiang Road
  • Suzhou Silk Museum
  • Suzhou Ancient Grand Canal
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Suzhou Gardens & Grand Canal Private Day Tour

Suzhou Gardens & Grand Canal Private Day Tour

8 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
5 (1 reviews)
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$185
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Suzhou Gardens & Grand Canal Private Day Tour
Summary

1) Explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Humber Administrator's Garden; 2) Visit Panmen Gate - the oldest city gate of Suzhou; 3) Stroll in Lion Grove Garden, one of the four most famous and representative gardens of ancient classical style in Suzhou City; 4) Enjoy the cruise down the Grand Canal...

Inclusions
  • Gas, toll & parking lot fees
  • All entrance tickets to the sights listed above
  • English-speaking tour guide service fee
  • If you need Spanish/French/Italian/German guide, it will cause 400RMB extra, pay guide during tour.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle with a private driver
Exclusions
  • Accommodations
  • Meals
  • Gratuity to the guide and driver
  • Personal costs
  • The 400RMB extra payment If you need Spanish/French/Italian /German guide
Itinerary
  • Humble Administrator's Garden
  • Lion Forest Garden
  • Panmen Gate
  • Suzhou Ancient Grand Canal
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Suzhou Private Tour with Gardens and Xiyuan Temple

Suzhou Private Tour with Gardens and Xiyuan Temple

8 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
0
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$136
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Suzhou Private Tour with Gardens and Xiyuan Temple
Summary

In this tour, you will not only gain an understanding of Chinese Buddhist culture and enjoy delicious vegetarian noodles, but also experience the beauty and grandeur of traditional Chinese gardens. At the same time, you will be able to appreciate the fun and simplicity of another form of Chinese gar...

Itinerary
  • Xiyuan Temple of Suzhou
  • Lion Forest Garden
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Suzhou: UNESCO Lion Grove Garden Ticket (Stone Maze)

Suzhou: UNESCO Lion Grove Garden Ticket (Stone Maze)

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$14
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Suzhou: UNESCO Lion Grove Garden Ticket (Stone Maze)
Summary

Explore the famous "Kingdom of Rockeries" in Suzhou. Get lost in a fascinating stone maze of ancient taihu rocks and elegant pavilions. Fast and easy entry with your QR code and passport!

Suzhou: The Lion Grove Garden Entrance Ticket (Shizilin)

Suzhou: The Lion Grove Garden Entrance Ticket (Shizilin)

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$11
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Suzhou: The Lion Grove Garden Entrance Ticket (Shizilin)
Summary

Explore one of Suzhou’s most iconic classical gardens, famous for its labyrinth-like rock formations, tranquil ponds, and traditional Chinese landscaping.

Suzhou Private Day Tour of Gardens and Old Street

Suzhou Private Day Tour of Gardens and Old Street

8 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
0
Viator
$249
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Suzhou Private Day Tour of Gardens and Old Street
Summary

Enjoy flexible pickup service from Suzhou hotel or Suzhou Railway Station, follow a professional local tour guide, lingering in the exquisite classical gardens and wandering along the wonderful ancient street, you will truly know the charm of Suzhou.

Inclusions
  • Private tour
  • English-speaking guide
  • Hotel pickup & drop-off
  • Fuel surcharge and tax
  • Entrance ticket fees
  • Local lunch
Itinerary
  • Lion Forest Garden
  • Suzhou Museum
Good to know
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Suzhou Day Trip of Gardens and Old Street

Suzhou Day Trip of Gardens and Old Street

8 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
0
Viator
$280
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Suzhou Day Trip of Gardens and Old Street
Summary

Follow a professional local tour guide on this day trip, linger in the exquisite classical gardens and wander along the wonderful ancient street in Suzhou. Private transportation by air-conditioned vehicle, English-speaking tour guide, entrance ticket fees and local lunch are all inclusive. Visit t...

Inclusions
  • Pickup and drop-off
  • English-speaking guide
  • Entrance ticket fees
Itinerary
  • Lion Forest Garden
  • Humble Administrator's Garden
  • Suzhou Silk Museum
  • Suzhou Museum
Good to know
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Pairs well with

Landmarks travelers visit on the same route as Lion Grove Garden (Shizilin).

Suzhou Museum
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Suzhou Museum

300 m away • from $12

Classical Gardens of Suzhou
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Classical Gardens of Suzhou

450 m away • from $65

Humble Administrator's Garden (Zhuo Zheng Yuan)
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Humble Administrator's Garden (Zhuo Zheng Yuan)

450 m away • from $8

Suzhou Silk Museum
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Suzhou Silk Museum

1.1 km away • from $160

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