Ships
Suzhou is famous for its canals, and it is sometimes called the "Venice of the East". The canals eventually link up with the Grand Canal which was once a water transport route between Beijing and Hangzhou. Today, it is still possible to take scheduled cruises between Suzhou and Hangzhou.

Wharfs 
Located 200 meters east of the Nanmen People's Bridge on the northern bank of the river is the 'New Steamboat Wharf'. Passengers from the Suzhou-Hangzhou boat can embark and disembark at this station. The wharf also offers scenic tours along the round-the-city river to places like Hanshan Temple, Tiger Hill, Tongli, Zhouzhuang and other tourist spots.

Bus Route: 1, 7, 16, 28, 101, 102, 513, 514 (get off at the People's Bridge [Renmin Qiao] bus Stop)
Tourism bus: 2, 50, 59, 65

South Gate Dock (Nanmen Dock)
Add: 8 Renmin Lu, Suzhou
Inquiry: (0512) 6520 6681
Ticket booking: 0512-6520 9076, 6520 5720
 
Scheduled Steamboats
Currently there is one scheduled cruise offered to Hangzhou, which is located approximately 150 kilometers west of Suzhou. The Suzhou-Hangzhou boat departs Suzhou at about 5:30pm and arrives in Hangzhou at about 6:30am the next day. This is a relaxing way of traveling a short distance, and is a great way to rest for several hours before arriving at your next destination. This all-inclusive overnight ride includes food and beverages, and features air-conditioned rooms. Cabin sizes vary to accommodate two, four or six passengers, depending on the season.

It is recommended that travelers board the boat at least 30 minutes prior to departure. During the low season, tickets can be purchased just two hours in advance. During peak season, travelers need to purchase tickets well in advance, as they sell out very quickly.

Ticket Offices:

Suzhou Steamboat Transport Company
Add: 8 Renmin Lu, Suzhou
Tel: 0512-65206681, 6520 5720

Nanmen Ticket Office
Add: north end of Renmin Bridge, Suzhou
Tel: 0512-65203010

People's Road Ticket Office of Suzhou United Transport Company
Add: 556 Renmin Lu, Suzhou
Tel: 0512-6729 5523

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