Spend the weekend with your parents strolling along Shantang Street

Take your parents to Suzhou's Shantang Street on the weekend and instantly travel back to the dreamlike water town✨ Lanterns hanging high by the riverside, the lively atmosphere of the old street—it's truly perfect for a family outing! The smooth stone-paved road, the clean river, and the sight of my parents leaning on each other as they walk down the stone arch bridge amidst the bustling crowd is the most beautiful scenery to me. 📍Address: No. 177 Shantang Street, Gusu District (open all day, come anytime you want) 🌿 Highlights Shantang Street is especially peaceful and beautiful during the day. Stroll along the stone-paved road, flanked by typical Jiangnan-style residences with wooden doors, white walls, and black tiles full of charm. The lanterns by the river sway gently in the breeze, and every snapshot looks like a postcard. It’s recommended to start from Xinmin Bridge, where there are fewer tourists, allowing you to capture cleaner photos of the old street. Walk towards Tiger Hill, where many teahouses line the riverside. Pick a window seat with your parents, brew a pot of Biluochun tea, and chat—it feels like time slows down. The street looks even more beautiful when the lanterns light up at dusk! Shantang Street at twilight is exactly like a scene from an ancient poem, and my parents love this atmosphere. 🍜 Food Recommendations - Sun Shengxing Aozao Noodles: The signature triple shrimp noodles are a must-try, with springy shrimp and chewy noodles. - Caizhizhai: A long-established brand of Su-style pastries; the rose crisps and cloud cakes are great gifts for elders. 💡 Tips 1. Weekends are crowded, so it’s best to visit in the morning to avoid peak crowds. 2. You can take a boat ride (50 RMB/person) for a different perspective of the old street—it’s very atmospheric. 3. The riverside bars can get noisy at night, so if you’re with elderly family members, it’s better to stroll around in the evening and leave early.