Top 50 Best Things to Do in Jiangsu
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  • Humble Administrator's Garden (Zhuozheng Garden)top_1
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    8.51
    Suzhou.Guanqian Street/Pingjiang Street>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoYi Liang Pavilion in Suzhou's Humble Administrator's Garden (Zhuozheng Garden) is open for a limited time
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    Enjoy colorful scenery at the year-round flower show
    󱨜World Heritage Site
    󱨠Saved by 4629 users󱨠51027 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    M27***06M27***06

    The Humble Administrator's Garden, one of China's four most famous gardens, blends the spirit of nature with the charm of culture. Its pavilions, terraces, and corridors are built into the landscape, and when the maple leaves turn red and the ginkgo leaves turn yellow, the scenery is exceptionally beautiful. It exudes an ancient charm yet remains vibrant, making it a pinnacle of classical garden design. It's a wonderful place for us to relax.

  • Niushou Mountain Cultural Tourism Zonetop_2
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    17.63
    Nanjing.Niushou Mountain/Ginkgo Lake Park>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoTwo Attractions, One Ticket: Niushoushan and Nan Tang er Ling
    trip best small logoFeatured in 2026 China 100 - Best Things to Do
    Highlights:
    󱨜The Reclining Buddha statue wall in Usnisa Palace is breathtaking
    󱨜Breathtaking Buddha statue wall
    󱨠Saved by 2155 users󱨠23541 positive reviews
    4.7/5
    133***61133***61

    This time, I organized a road trip for 10 friends to Nanjing, and we specifically visited Niushou Mountain Scenic Area. Overall, it was a pretty good experience, but the service within the scenic area was somewhat lacking. We paid to ride the shuttle bus within the scenic area, but there were no announcements or commentary along the way, which was very inconvenient for us as it was our first time visiting Niushou Mountain. I hope that this will be improved in the future to provide tourists with a more comfortable and enjoyable experience.

  • Slender West Laketop_3
    󰺂8.5
    7.06
    Yangzhou.Slender West Lake Tourist District88.2 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoYangzhou's Fall Scenery is at its Peak | Nov 2025-Dec 2025
    trip best small logoAchieved a 2-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱨜Stamp art shows 24 Bridge's beauty
    Five Pavilion Bridge with five pavilions
    󱨠Saved by 351 users󱨠44206 positive reviews
    4.7/5
    Anonymous userAnonymous user

    It's so beautiful, I always want to come back. Having some free time and with friends' invitation, I visited Slender West Lake again. It was still breathtakingly beautiful, drawing endless praise. Even in the off-season, it didn't lose its charm; the autumn leaves were absolutely stunning. The prices were even better, with great discounts. I highly recommend visiting Yangzhou in any season, but the off-season is even better! Yangzhou is a wonderful place—beautiful scenery, delicious food, and beautiful people.

  • Nanjing Hongshan Forest Zoo
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    7.3
    Nanjing.Nanjing Railway Station/Hongshan Forest Zoo>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoStanley the wolf's weight soars to 40 kg
    trip best small logoAchieved a 2-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    37 exhibits & diverse animals
    󱓊Close encounter with Dudu (Monk monkey)
    󱨠Saved by 620 users󱨠13673 positive reviews
    4.6/5
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    Nanjing Hongshan Zoo is definitely worth a visit. It's easily accessible, boasts a wide variety of animal species, and even includes different breeds of the same animal from different regions and countries. The red pandas are especially lively and adorable, and there are also koalas, monkeys, apes, and more.

  • Hanshan Temple
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    2.19
    Suzhou.New Urban District/ Hanshan Temple>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoFall scenery at Hanshan Temple: A quiet and profound search for the long-lost autumn | Dec 2025-Dec 2025
    Highlights:
    󱓊Over 1,400 years history
    Experience the poem's serene ambiance
    󱨠Saved by 1746 users󱨠17833 positive reviews
    4.6/5
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    📍Suzhou • Hanshan Temple The moon sets, crows caw, frost fills the sky; River maples and fishing lights reflect my sorrowful sleep. Outside Gusu city lies Hanshan Temple; At midnight, the bell tolls to the traveler's boat. My impression of Hanshan Temple probably all comes from this poem, "A Night Mooring at Maple Bridge." You should definitely visit Hanshan Temple at least once in a while—a pure land, three sticks of incense—may all your wishes come true, and all your hopes be fulfilled. 📍Address: No. 24, Hanshan Temple Lane, Gusu District, Suzhou City📍 🎫Ticket Price: 💰20 RMB (No reservation required‼️) 🚗Transportation: 🚌Take a bus to Heshanqiao Station or Laifengqiao Station; multiple bus lines are available! Heshanqiao Line: 301, 307, 313, 324, 33 Laifengqiao Line: 10, 324, 406, 45, 9, 931 🚇Take the subway to Line 1, Exit 3 of Xihuanlukou Station. Walk or transfer to a bus/cycling! 🅿️If driving, you can navigate to the parking lot at the west gate of Hanshan Temple, but parking is limited, so arrive early! ⏰ Don't miss the opening hours: 7:30-16:30 (Last entry at 16:00, park closes at 16:30) 🔁Tour Route: Bell Garden → Huaxia Poetry Stele → Enter through the West Gate → Vegetarian Restaurant → Copying Sutras → Counting Arhats → Mahavira Hall → Ringing the Bell for Blessings → Backyard Pagoda → Feeding Koi Fish 🐟 → Guanyin Peak Notes for Visiting: 1️⃣Bring some cash as a backup! 💵 2️⃣ The popular photo spot, "Hanshan Temple," is located at the West Gate. Don't forget to take a picture! 📸 3️⃣ Koi Fish Area: 10 yuan/bag of fish food. Touch the koi for good luck! 🍀 4️⃣ Bell Ringing for Blessings: 5 yuan for 3 rings inside the temple, 20 yuan for 3 rings outside the temple. The melodious bell sound will dispel your worries! 🔔 5️⃣ Incense Burning for Blessings: Family portrait incense is 80 yuan/set. You can also bring your own incense. Pray clockwise in all four directions for peace, studies, and marriage! 🙏 6️⃣ Touching the Pixiu: Left for wealth, right for protection. Remember to touch it! 💰 7️⃣ Fortune Telling: Fortune telling costs 20 yuan (cash only). See how your fortune turns out! 🔮 8️⃣ Vegetarian Restaurant: Try the vegetarian noodles, around 18-25 yuan, and you can get free refills! 🍜 📌Tips: ⚠️When entering the temple, don't step on the threshold; just follow the flow of people. ⚠️Dress appropriately; avoid outlandish clothing. ⚠️Remember to come back and give thanks if your wish comes true!

  • Tai Hu Yuantouzhu Scenic Spot
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    10.34
    Wuxi.Taihu Yuantouzhu/Liyuan Scenic Area>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoRed-billed Gulls Return Early to Yuantouzhu, First Batch of 50 Seen Dancing in the Air | Nov 2025-Feb 2026
    trip best small logoAchieved a 2-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱓊Lake view & bridge experience
    󱓊Taoist & Buddhist statues on Taihu Island
    󱨠Saved by 792 users󱨠18983 positive reviews
    4.6/5
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    Autumn arrives at Yuantouzhu in Wuxi, where parking is convenient. Enjoy the view of seagulls on the lake, their white feathers shimmering on the water – a truly captivating scene. In the afternoon, head to Huishan Ancient Town, where autumn is in full swing: the fragrance of osmanthus permeates the alleys, maple leaves paint the eaves, the aroma of tea mingles with the sounds of storytelling in old shops, and the slow-paced charm of everyday life unfolds. A leisurely day allows you to savor the beauty of autumn and the warmth of everyday life.

  • China Dinosaurs Land
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    󰺂8.0
    31.61
    Changzhou.Universal Dinosaur Park/Changzhou Olympic Sports Center>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoChina Dinosaurs Land Ticket Purchase & Giveaway | Dec 5, 2025-Feb 15, 2026
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱓊Seven themed areas for dinosaurs
    󱓊Dinosaur-themed musical & stunt show
    󱨠Saved by 472 users󱨠33357 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    Anonymous userAnonymous user

    Some interesting attractions were cancelled, as were the nighttime attractions; the park closes at 5 PM, and this wasn't mentioned when purchasing tickets. The rides are just so-so, typical of all theme parks, nothing special. I won't be coming back.

  • Lion Grove Garden(Shizilin Garden)
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    3.65
    Suzhou.Guanqian Street/Pingjiang Street>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoFeatured in 2026 China 50 - Fall Viewing Attractions
    Highlights:
    󱨜Gem of World Cultural Heritage
    21 caves & 9 labyrinthine paths
    󱨠Saved by 1840 users󱨠17055 positive reviews
    4.7/5
    M30***11M30***11

    • Cultural Value: The Lion Grove Garden is a temple garden that integrates the principles of Zen Buddhism and the pleasures of gardens, embodying the fusion of traditional garden design techniques and Buddhist thought. It was included in the supplementary list of nominees for World Heritage status in 1997 and was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2000.

  • Tiger Hill(Huqiu) Scenic Area
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    󰺂7.9
    3.64
    Suzhou.Suzhou Railway Station District>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoA poetic encounter between the thousand-year-old Tiger Hill Pagoda and red maple trees | Nov 2025-Dec 2025
    trip best small logoNo. 3 of Gardens in Jiangsu
    Highlights:
    󱨜Tiger Hill Pagoda (World's 2nd leaning tower)
    󱓊Spring Art Flower Show: Rare Blooms
    󱨠Saved by 1671 users󱨠19789 positive reviews
    4.7/5
    138***16138***16

    I took my parents on a winter trip to Tiger Hill. This season is like a palette of colors—yellow, red, and green—it's absolutely beautiful, dazzling under the sunlight. Tiger Hill seems to have been expanded a lot; a complete walk around takes at least half a day, but it was a wonderful experience. After that, we walked to Shantang Street. The Seven-Mile Shantang Street still looks just like it did when I was a child.

  • Lingering Garden(Liuyuan Garden)
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    󰺂7.8
    5.48
    Suzhou.Shi Road/Shantang business district>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoThe Stunning Jelly-Like Pond at Suzhou's Lingering Garden(Liuyuan Garden)
    trip best small logoNo. 4 of Gardens in Jiangsu
    Highlights:
    󱨜World Heritage Site
    󰀆Crown Cloud Peak: five unique features
    󱨠Saved by 1501 users󱨠11339 positive reviews
    4.7/5
    M27***06M27***06

    Lingering Garden is known for its "small but beautiful landscapes, with many scenic spots within a small space." Pavilions and terraces are reflected in the clear water, strange peaks and rocks hide tranquility, and plaques and couplets contain profound meaning. Strolling through it, one can fully appreciate the elegance and charm of Jiangnan gardens.

Best things to do in Jiangsu (2025)

Looking for the ultimate experiences in Jiangsu? From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, Jiangsu offers an exceptional collection of activities and attractions that cater to every type of traveler.

Whether you’re here for sightseeing, adventure, or cultural exploration, these top-rated activities promise unforgettable memories.

Top-rated things to do in Jiangsu

If you want to make the most of your trip, these activities deliver the full Jiangsu experience. Expect popular attractions, unique local experiences, and must-see spots that capture the essence of the city.

Humble Administrator's Garden (Zhuozheng Garden)

• Suzhou.Guanqian Street/Pingjiang Street | >100 km from downtown

• : Enjoy colorful scenery at the year-round flower show,World Heritage Site

Niushou Mountain Cultural Tourism Zone

• Nanjing.Niushou Mountain/Ginkgo Lake Park | >100 km from downtown

• : The Reclining Buddha statue wall in Usnisa Palace is breathtaking,Breathtaking Buddha statue wall

Slender West Lake

• Yangzhou.Slender West Lake Tourist District | 88.2 km from downtown

• : Stamp art shows 24 Bridge's beauty,Five Pavilion Bridge with five pavilions

Things to do for unique experiences

These activities provide memorable experiences beyond the ordinary. Enjoy cultural tours, adventure sports, guided excursions, and immersive local experiences designed for all interests.

Things to do near Jiangsu

If you want to explore attractions just outside Jiangsu, there are plenty of activities that combine scenic surroundings with convenient access to the city, perfect for day trips or short excursions.

Each of these activities offers a unique escape within 1–3 hours of Jiangsu, ideal for travelers who want to combine sightseeing with local experiences.

What makes things to do in Jiangsu special

• Iconic landmarks: Visit must-see sights that define the city.
• Local experiences: Engage in culture, crafts, and unique activities.
• Accessible adventures: Easily reachable attractions for all travelers.
• Diverse options: From relaxing experiences to adventurous outings.

Tips for booking things to do in Jiangsu

1. Plan ahead for popular attractions to avoid long queues.
2. Book early for guided tours or seasonal events.
3. Compare prices and packages on Trip.com for exclusive deals and bundled experiences.
4. Consider weekday visits for a quieter and more personalized experience.

Experience the best things to do in Jiangsu

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What Best Things to Do are there in Jiangsu?
These are all Best Things to Do in Jiangsu:Humble Administrator's Garden (Zhuozheng Garden), Niushou Mountain Cultural Tourism Zone, Slender West Lake, Nanjing Hongshan Forest Zoo, Hanshan Temple
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Jiangsu?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Jiangsu include:Humble Administrator's Garden (Zhuozheng Garden):4.6, Niushou Mountain Cultural Tourism Zone:4.7, Slender West Lake:4.7, Nanjing Hongshan Forest Zoo:4.6, Hanshan Temple:4.6
At what locations in Jiangsu can Best Things to Do in Jiangsu be found?
The Best Things to Do in Jiangsu are mainly located in:Humble Administrator's Garden (Zhuozheng Garden):Suzhou, Niushou Mountain Cultural Tourism Zone:Nanjing, Slender West Lake:Yangzhou, Nanjing Hongshan Forest Zoo:Nanjing, Hanshan Temple:Suzhou
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