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Humble Administrator's Garden Admission Ticket

Visit the 5A Humble Administrator's Garden in Suzhou, a 500-year-old Jiangnan classical garden with East, Middle and West scenic areas. Plan around 3 hours.

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Humble Administrator's Garden Admission Ticket
ABOUT THIS TICKET

Overview

Humble Administrator's Garden is located at No. 178, Northeast Street, Gusu District, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province. It is one of China's four famous gardens and a 5A-rated representative of Jiangnan classical gardens, built in the early Ming Dynasty around 1509 and covering about 78 acres. The garden is divided into three scenic areas. The East is known for flat hills, pine forests, lawns, bamboo ponds and winding waters; the Middle is the water-focused essence, with Yuanxiang Hall and lotus scenery; the West features more refined buildings, including the Eighteen Mandala Flower Pavilion and Thirty-six Mandarin Duck Pavilion. A suggested visit duration is about 3 hours. Opening hours are listed as 07:30–17:30 daily.

Attraction information

Attraction address

No. 178, Northeast Street, Gusu District, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province

About the attraction

‌ Humble Administrator's Garden ‌ is located at No. 178, Northeast Street, Gusu District, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province. It is one of the four famous gardens in China and a representative work of Jiangnan classical gardens. Humble Administrator's Garden was built in the early years of the Ming Dynasty (about 1509 AD) and has a history of more than 500 years. The whole garden covers an area of ​​78 acres and is divided into three parts: East, Middle and West ‌

Distribution and characteristics of scenic spots ‌ Humble Administrator's Garden is divided into three parts: East, Middle and West: ‌ Eastern Scenic Area ‌: It is dominated by flat hills, pine forests and lawns, and bamboo ponds and winding waters, creating a natural and wild atmosphere. The main attractions include Lanxue Hall, Furong Pavilion and Tianquan Pavilion. Lanxue Hall is the entrance to the east, and Furong Pavilion is a good place to appreciate lotus, which is especially beautiful when the lotus blooms in summer ‌ ‌ Central Scenic Area ‌: This is the essence of Humble Administrator's Garden, dominated by water, with wide pools and lush trees, and natural scenery. The core building is Yuanxiang Hall. In summer, there are fields of lotus leaves, lotus breezes blowing in the face, and fragrance is sent far away. The central scenic area also includes attractions such as the Xuexiang Yunwei Pavilion and the Hefeng Simian Pavilion.

The western scenic area: mainly exquisite buildings, the main attractions include the Eighteen Mandala Flower Pavilion and the Thirty-six Mandarin Duck Pavilion. The architectural style of the western scenic area is different from that of the eastern and central areas, and is more refined and delicate.

Destination
Suzhou
Confirmation
Advisor-managed
Advance notice
At least 24 hours
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL

Highlights

1

500-year-old classical garden

Built in the early Ming Dynasty around 1509, the garden has a history of more than 500 years and is one of China's four famous gardens.

2

Three scenic areas

Explore the East, Middle and West sections, each with a different character: natural and open in the East, water-focused in the Middle, and more refined in the West.

3

Central water scenery

The Middle Scenic Area is the essence of the garden, centred on wide pools and lush trees, with Yuanxiang Hall and summer lotus views.

4

5A-rated Suzhou garden

Humble Administrator's Garden is a 5A-rated attraction covering about 78 acres in Gusu District, Suzhou.

Opening hours

Mo-Su 07:30-17:30

How to use your ticket

  • Carry the passport used for the booking.
  • Enter during the confirmed visit period.
  • Follow the ticket instructions sent by your HelloChinaTrip advisor.

What's included

  • Entry to Humble Administrator's Garden, subject to manual advisor confirmation
  • Humble Administrator's Garden admission ticket
  • HelloChinaTrip manual booking and ticket delivery service

What's not included

  • Anything not listed under included items
  • Third-party payment fees, if applicable
  • Transport to and from the attraction
  • Meals, drinks, shopping, and personal expenses
  • Optional guide or audio-guide services
  • Third-party payment processing fees
BEFORE YOU BOOK

Good to know

  • Address: No. 178, Northeast Street, Gusu District, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province.
  • Suggested visit duration: about 3 hours.
  • Opening hours are listed as 07:30–17:30 daily.
  • Rating: 5A.
  • The garden covers about 78 acres and dates to around 1509.
  • Ticket availability is confirmed manually after payment.
  • A USD 10 service fee applies to each issued ticket.
  • Please provide passport details exactly as shown on the passport.

Cancellation policy

Full refund before the advisor starts procurement. Once procurement has started or tickets have been issued, customer-initiated cancellations are non-refundable. If the supplier cannot fulfill the booking, the ticket amount and service fee are refunded in full; third-party payment processing fees are not refundable.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Where is Humble Administrator's Garden?

It is at No. 178, Northeast Street, Gusu District, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province.

How long should I plan for the visit?

A suggested duration of about 3 hours is provided.

What are the main parts of the garden?

The garden is divided into East, Middle and West scenic areas. The East has flat hills, pine forests, lawns and bamboo ponds; the Middle is water-focused and includes Yuanxiang Hall; the West features refined buildings such as the Eighteen Mandala Flower Pavilion and Thirty-six Mandarin Duck Pavilion.

What should I bring for entry?

Carry a valid passport. Passport entry may be requested, and your advisor will manually confirm visit details before use.

What are the listed opening hours?

Opening hours are listed as 07:30–17:30 daily.

What is the cancellation policy?

You may cancel for a full refund before procurement starts. Once procurement has started or the ticket has been issued, the order is non-refundable unless HelloChinaTrip cannot fulfill it. Third-party payment processing fees are not refundable.

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