Where to play in snow: Three snow parks to visit this winter

Alps Snow Live

This is one of the largest indoor ski resorts in East China, with ski slopes suitable for both beginners and old hands. All kinds of ski equipment are available for rent. Even if you don't ski, you can still enjoy various snow activities, such as snowball fighting, snowman building, snow tubing, snow tanks and an ice-sculpture castle.

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Add: 7-10 Fuyoucheng Road, Taicang

Tickets: See the official mini program

Opening hours: 12 p.m.-8 p.m.

Suzhou Bay Snow World

With over 30,000 square meters of outdoor artificial snow and a 20-meter-tall snow mountain, the park is divided into five zones, offering myriads of attractions such as high-speed snow slides, bumper cars, snow karting and a winter market. Every spot is both fun and photo-friendly.

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Add: 999 Zhongxiu South Road, East Taihu Lake Ecological Tourism Resort, Wujiang District

Tickets: 120 yuan (single), 218 yuan (double); see the official mini program for details

Opening period: Dec 20, 2025-Mar 3, 2026

Opening hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Mon-Thurs; 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Fri-Sun (excluding Dec 31 and Jan 1)

Suzhou Amusement Land Frozen Kingdom

The indoor snow park is included in the regular ticket for Suzhou Amusement Land. Here you can try ice slides, enjoy ice sculptures and even ride a carousel. Best of all, you can get up close with cute penguins. Renting snow gear is recommended.

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Add: 99 Xiangshan Road, SND

Tickets: 230 yuan (adult); see the official mini program for discounts

Opening hours: Refer to the official mini program

Tips

Must-bring items: thick socks, gloves, scarf

What to wear: thermal underwear and rented winter suit

Book ahead: especially on weekends and holidays

Source: 好玩苏州 (WeChat ID: suzhouwlv)