SIP has seen high-quality development of commerce and trade. The shopping spots in this area pursue uniqueness and breakthroughs and complement each other, therefore attracting a continuous stream of customers.

The Suzhou Center Mall, located on the west bank of Jinji Lake, is the largest commercial complex in Suzhou. Its strong sense of fashion makes it one of the most sought-after destinations in SIP for shopping and recreation.

The Star Mall near the Suzhou Center Mall is bustling with people every day, too. It has gone more popular with young people after its upgrading last year, which was aimed at turning the mall into the first “art toy and cartoon culture center” in Suzhou.

In the area around Jinji Lake, there is the Suzhou Eslite Bookstore full of artistic and cultural atmosphere, the Harmony Times Square characterized by various fairs and bazaars, and the Moon Harbor boasting booming night economy. This area attracted more than 200 million visitors last year.

So far, the total floor area of high-quality commercial projects in SIP has exceeded 5.8 million square meters, and the figure is expected to increase by 1.2 million to 1.5 million square meters in the future.

Innovative business modes have been continuously introduced into SIP. For example, The WeWalk street at the newly upgraded Shihui Neighborhood Center is full of popular restaurants and eateries. The brands at the street have distinctive characteristics.

Moreover, a number of projects, including the Suzhou Central Plaza and the Raffles City Suzhou, are being built in SIP. They are expected to infuse new vitality into SIP’s commerce sector.

February 13, 2025