Humble Administrator's Garden, Suzhou 拙政园
UNESCO-listed Ming garden and the model for Yu Garden — the classic day trip from Shanghai.
Pair it with the adjacent Suzhou Museum (free, by I. M. Pei) and Pingjiang Road; book the museum online too.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to book Humble Administrator's Garden, Suzhou in advance?
Advance real-name timed reservation required; no same-day tickets at the gate. Book 1–7 days ahead via the “苏州园林旅游” WeChat account or “君到苏州” mini-program. Foreigners can book with their passport online (select 护照/港澳台) or at the onsite 综合服务窗口; name and passport number must exactly match the passport.
What are the opening hours of Humble Administrator's Garden, Suzhou?
07:30–17:30
How much is a ticket to Humble Administrator's Garden, Suzhou?
About ¥80. Peak season (Apr–May, Jul–Oct) ¥80; off-peak (Jan–Mar, Jun, Nov–Dec) ¥70. Half price for students and 60–69 year-olds; free for children under 1.4 m/under 6, 70+, and active/retired military with ID. Night tour “拙政问雅” is separately charged (sources disagree: ¥188 weekday/¥218 weekend vs ¥198 weekday/¥228 weekend).
How long do I need at Humble Administrator's Garden, Suzhou?
Plan about 6 hours.
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