Is Suzhou Expensive?

Is Suzhou expensive to visit?

Suzhou is a moderately priced destination with an average daily cost of $127. Compared to the rest of Asia, it is a somewhat more expensive place to visit. It's ranked in the top 25% of cities in Asia for its overall travel costs, comparable to places like Hiroshima and Seoul.

Suzhou, China

How expensive is Suzhou?

On average, visitors spend about $127 per day when visiting Suzhou (U.S. Dollars). Two travelers together would spend an average of $254 per day. Prices vary dramatically by travel style and length of trip, but if you stay at moderately priced hotels, eat at affordable restaurants, and use public transportation when possible, you can expect to stay close to this budget. See more travel costs for Suzhou here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Suzhou?

A weekend trip to Suzhou costs about $381 per person on average, based on the previous expenses of other travelers. This includes accommodation, sightseeting activities, transportation, food, and nightlife. For two people, a weekend trip costs $762.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Suzhou?

Based on the travel expenses of others, a one week trip to Suzhou costs around $889 on average, per person. This includes food, sightseeing, local transportation, accommodation, and nightlife. For two people, a one week trip costs $1,779.

Is it expensive to backpack in Suzhou?

Suzhou is a fairly popular backpacker destination with more than 5 hostels around town. Dorm beds in hostels cost around $12 per night on average. There's a wide range in prices though, with the cheapest beds costing about $8 and the most expensive dorm beds costing around $19. (See hostel prices in Suzhou here.)

Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Suzhou.

• $13 for a dorm bed at Suzhou Desti Youth Park Hostel
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• $8 for a dorm bed at Live Best Youth Hostel
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How expensive are sightseeing activities in Suzhou?

Activities and things to do in Suzhou can vary in price depending on the type of activity, length, and location. Below are a number of popular activities to give you an idea of what to expect when visiting. Generally, previous travelers have spent $9 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is less than the country's average of $17.

• Suzhou and Zhouzhuang Water Village Private Day Tour with Lunch: $166
• Zhouzhuang and Tongli Self-Guided Tour from Suzhou with Drop-off Options : $72
• 4-Hour Suzhou Private Customized Tour: $80
• 4-Hour Flexible Suzhou City Highlights Private Tour: $114
• Tongli and Zhouzhuang Water Town Private Day Tour from Suzhou: $187
• 4-Hour Suzhou Private Flexible Tour with Garden and Boat Ride Option: $125
• 4-Hour Tongli Water Town Private Tour from Suzhou with Boat Ride : $128
• Private Customized Suzhou Highlights Tour with Tongli Water Town and Tuisi Garden: $178

Is food expensive in Suzhou?

Food in Suzhou can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $57 on food per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $37. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

• Suzhou Alleyway Walking Food Tour: $55
• Half-Day Private Customized Suzhou Highlights with Lunch or Dinner Option: $123
• Private Suzhou Night Tour:Master of the Nets Garden, Ancient Canal with Dinner: $145
• Zhouzhuang Water Town Private Tour from Suzhou with Lunch or Dinner Option: $154
• Suzhou Alleyway Food Tour: $63

Is transportation expensive in Suzhou?

Local transportation in Suzhou can vary in price depending on the type of transit used. Generally, other travelers have spent $58 on local transportation per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $15. To save money, take public transit whenever possible, as it will almost always be cheaper than a taxi or private driver.

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