Cycle
Suzhou is relatively flat, and once past the ring-road, traffic is light and easy-going enough to enable a pleasant ride about town. Jinji Lake, Dushu Lake and a few outlying temples are within casual cycling distance. Many hostels rent bikes for around ¥25 a day.
Take a boat ride through the city's canals
An interesting way to see the city low down in the network of canals.
Explore GuanQian Street (è§åè¡)
The street itself is a rather uninspiring shopping street, however the backstreets off it harbor many small shops selling local crafts and some interesting restaurants serving local cuisine.
BYOB Weekend cycle ridesRides to nearby attractions such as Tai Lake 30km one way, Yangcheng Lake 40km around the lake, Tongli 20km one way and Zhouzhuang 40km one way, there are a couple of unofficial cycle clubs run by local cycle shops who run 1 and 2 day rides off the beaten path. Pace is normally relaxed with regular stops for photos and taking a rest. Joining the tour is free, although you have to bring your own bike BYOB, although you may be able to rent a bike from the store for a deposit and small charge - costs such as meals and accommodation is split between group members. Although most of the riders are locals, foreigners are always welcomed and most members will speak English, and will ride in a safe manner. The following places will have regular rides for most of the year :-
Specialized Bicycles
Ganjiang dong lu, close to pingjiang lu next to the china merchants bank
Trek Cycles
New city plaza, xiandai dadao, close to xinghai jie.