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HANG
ZHOU
Must-visit sights
• List of Top 10 Must-visit Sights in
Hangzhou
• Other recommendations
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Pre-trip Information
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Hangzhou-styled life
• Inheriting intangible heritages
• Leisure time over a cup of fragrant tea
• Experiencing the elegance of Song
Dynasty culture
• Visiting classic Buddhist temples
• Deep into the Warmth of Daily Life
• Authentic Hangzhou Food
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World Heritages
• West Lake/Xihu
• Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal
• Liangzhu
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Discover Hangzhou
• Seasonal travel tips 03
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Contents
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1DISCOVER
HANGZHOU
The 2016 G20 Hangzhou Summit
and 19th Asian Games have placed
Hangzhou twice in the international
lime light, allowing the world to
marvel at the style of a city long
known as the paradise on earth.
More and more people are turning
their attention to this vibrant ancient
capital of the East, which is always
ready to embrace friends from all
over the world, with its long history
and colorful culture.
Hangzhou’s history of 2,200 years
began in 222 BC. Unearthed in the
area are the world's earliest canoe
and the testimony of the nation’s
civilization of 5,000 years. As the
\"most graceful and splendid city in
the world\" lauded by Marco Polo, it
is where the legend behind the music
masterpiece \"Butterfly Lovers\" took
place. Hangzhou also stands as an
outstanding representative of the
country’s Jiangnan culture, crowned
with such titles as the Chinese home
of silk and capital of tea. Its cultural
wealth is highlighted by the presence
of three World Heritage Sites, i.e.
West Lake, Beijing-Hangzhou Grand
Canal and Archaeological Ruins of
Liangzhu City.
Hangzhou is not only a millennium
urban center, but also a modern
international metropolitan. In addition
to its historical charm, the city’s trendy
fashion street blocks, global cuttingedge digital technology, young artistic
atmosphere, and relaxed aesthetics
of life will bring you a different kind of
surprise.
Coming to the city, you will enjoy
the best urban security in China
and experience the quality of life of
\"China's Happiest City\", which forever
has its welcome mat laid out for you!
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Spring (March—mid-May)
Climate
The weather gradually gets warmer, with the average temperature between 15°C
and 20°C, and early summer often arrives in May.
Travel advice
A popular choice is to view the flowers, such as the plum in Xixi Wetland Park, tulips
in Prince Bay Park, and canola in Eight Diagrams Field. You can hike in the green hills or
boat on the West Lake. A visit to Longjing tea garden is also a great option.
Seasonal food
Spring bamboo shoot is the top choice for your palate. You can taste it in traditional
dishes such as Pian’erchuan noodle, braised bamboo shoots, and Yanduxian pickled
pork stew. A cup of freshly picked West Lake Longjing tea will leave your gastronomic
trip no regret.
Summer (Mid-May—September)
Seasonal travel tips
Climate
The average temperature stays
steadily above 30°C, sometimes, even
hitting 40°C.
Travel advice
You can travel to West Lake to see
the vast expanse of blooming lotus, to
Qiandao Lake, Tonglu and other places
to indulge yourself in the cool water
world, or to Grand Canal or Qiantang
River to enjoy the night cruise. You
can also pay a visit to the bustling night
markets.
Seasonal food
A bowl of sour plum soup or lotus root
powder soup helps beat the summer
heat. Equally appealing are the crawfish
and barbecues from night food stalls.
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Autumn (October—Early December)
Winter (Early December—February)
Climate
While the autumn air is cool and crispy, the temperature is gradually dropping
and the night could be chilly. Since the weather cools significantly in November, it is
necessary to have warm clothes ready.
Travel advice
Autumn in Hangzhou is short but gorgeous. The blooming sweet osmanthus
flowers at Manjuelong, the changing yellow oriental plane leaves along Beishan Street,
the red maple forests at Jiuxi Creek, and the ripening rice fields in Liangzhu combine
to paint a colorful scroll.
Seasonal food
Food and drink containing sweet osmanthus flowers are the choice of the days. You
can taste them in snacks like glutinous rice lotus roots, glutinous rice cakes. It's also a
time to try freshly roasted sugared chestnuts and newly-harvested persimmons.
Climate
The average temperature hovers between 4°C~12°C, the lowest temperature can
be below zero. The air is humid and if you're lucky you may see snowfall.
Travel advice
If you like outdoor activities, you can travel to nearby Lin 'an or Tonglu to try snow
skiing. If you want to stay away from the cold air, find a warm teahouse for a leisurely
afternoon. And there are always a host of traditional activities during the Spring
Festival for you to enjoy.
Seasonal food
Steaming lamb pot and Lin'an warm pot are two major choices to help you ward off
the bitter chill.
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MUST-VISIT
SIGHTS
Following the list of mustvisit sights to experience the
city’s extraordinary appeal
Solitary Hill P13
Leifeng Pagoda P15
Beishan Street P16
Maojiabu P17
Prince Bay Park P17
Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal P18
Lingyin Temple P31
Nine Creeks
Song Dynasty Town P30
Xixi Wetland
*The above ratings come from Lonely Planet magazine and Tripadvisor platform and
are for the readers’ reference only
List of Top 10
Must-visit Sights
in Hangzhou
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Other recommendations
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Trendy shopping blocks
Hubin Intime 77
Located in the center of the Lakeside commercial circle, the vast mall is a trendleading landmark of the city, complemented by the lake scenery and bustling city view.
258 Yan 'an Rd, Shangcheng Dist
Hangzhou Center
There are interactive art installations everywhere in the huge shopping space,
giving you the impression of being in an art museum. The young and trendy setting
also makes this place full of fun to explore.
150 Zhanlan Rd (E), Gongshu Dist
Xintiandi Vitality Park
Here in Hangzhou, the cit y
truly comes alive at night.From
the mesmerizing X Show, to lively
livehouse bar s, bus tling circus
markets, and trendy pop-up shops,
every fantasy of urban nightlife is
brought to life.
Dongwen St, Gongshu Dist
M511
It is a fabulous digital entertainment
space, where visitors can unlock the
\"Door to Anywhere in Time and
Space\" in the \"Deep Space Future\"
zone, virtually visit Notre-Dame de
Paris using VR technology, and travel
back to the ancient Southern Song
Dynasty through immersive musical
performances.
511 Xixi Rd, Xihu Dist
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OōEli (Tianmuli)
An oasis-like \"urban reception
room\" designed by the world
famous architect Renzo Piano,
allows you to taste different kinds
of coffee and food, visit souvenir
shops, leisure goods vendors,
bookstores, art salons, etc., and
feel the relaxed literary and art
atmosphere in the city.
398 Tianmushan Rd, Xihu Dist
Trendy and Artistic Charm
Zhijiang Culture Center
The largest modern cultural
complex in Zhejiang Province,
Z h i j i a n g C u l t u r e C e n t e r
integrates the four major cultural
ve nu es : t h e N ew Z h e jia ng
Provincial Museum, the New
Zhejiang Library, the Zhejiang
Intangible Cultural Heritage
Museum , and the Zhejiang
Literary Center. It is a feast of
Jiangnan culture. In addition to
enjoying exhibitions, visitors can
also savor delicious food and
purchase cultural and creative
products.
Jianghan Rd, Xihu Dist
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Xiangshan Campus, China Academy of Art
A masterpiece of Wang Shu, a Pritzker Architecture Prize winner, the campus
features the architecture nestled among hills and rivers in a unique fusion of tradition
and modernity. The Folk Art Museum and the China International Design Museum
are also worth visiting.
352 Xiangshan Rd, Xihu Dist (Please follow the WeChat official account of \"China
Academy of Art\" to book your visit)
Liangzhu Culture and Art Center
Designed by the famous Japanese
ar chi tec t Tadao A ndo, and fondly
nicknamed \"Big Roof\", it houses libraries,
art galleries, small theaters and other
spaces, full of artistic atmosphere. The
cherry blossom season in the spring each
year offers a particularly magnificent sight.
Liangzhu Cultural Village, Yuhang Dist
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Cutting-edge Technology
Encounter the Six Tech Dragons: Living Exhibition Hall
The six companies—Game Science, Manycore Technology, DeepSeek,
BrainCo, Unitree, and DeepRobotics—represent the strength of
Hangzhou's innovation and are known as the \"Six Tech Dragons of
Hangzhou.\" In the exhibition hall, you can feel the strong appeal of the
six little tech giants all in one place. You can interact with AI, try out the
game Black Myth: Wukong, watch the dancing robot dogs, and more.
29 Huanggushan Rd, Xihu Dist
Free admission every Saturday, but with limited seats. Please scan the
QR code with WeChat to make your reservation.
Similar recommendation: Xianghu Helicopter Flight Base
Qiantang River Low Altitude Tour
In addition to citywalk, you can also experience
cityfly in Hangzhou. At present, four air tour
lines are open to visitors. They offer a ride on
a helicopter from which you get to capture a
breathtaking view of the high-rise buildings on
both sides of the mighty Qiantang River, the
grand Asian Games venues, the picturesque
West Lake landscape,and the bustling business
district, all in a thrilling one-stop flight.
Xinlian Heliport, Fuyu Rd, Xiaoshan Dist
+86 18967133619
Xiaoshan Robot Expo Center
Experience a close encounter with
different types of robots in the 6,000 m2
exhibition hall and immerse yourself in
futuristic technological scenarios.
389 Hongxing Rd, Xiaoshan Dist
Monday to Friday 09:0 0~11:30,
13:00~16:30; Saturday 09:00~16:30;
closed on Sundays.
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Special cultural performances
Tips for buying tickets
You can purchase tickets by entering the show name in the search bar of Alipay
APP, or scanning the corresponding QR code with WeChat to check the show
schedule and purchase tickets.
Enduring Memories of Hangzhou
The same show that entertained the VIP guests of Hangzhou G20
Summit has its stage set on the surface of the West Lake, where
you can watch the water ballet and traditional dance performances,
listen to world famous music renditions, and feel the integration and
collision of Chinese elements and world culture.
Yuehu, West Lake +86 571 87962222
19:40~20:35 every evening, March ~ December
Elegance of Xianghu
At the picturesque Xianghu Lake, the digital human, who lit
the torch of the 19th Asian Games, is embarking on a journey of
exploration spanning 8,000 years of history to highlight the cultural
continuation of prehistoric Kuahuqiao, Neolithic Liangzhu, Wuyue
Kingdom, Song Dynasty and modern civilization.
2758 Fengqing Ave, Xianghu· Yayun Park
+86 400-0868-620 19:40~20:30
Tonight at Xixi
Narrating the story of the distinguished local Hong clan of the
Qiantang era, the show combines with the ecological reality of
Xixi Wetland, and presents a fantasy of unique \"double action line
immersion + indoor and outdoor real scene drama\".
Hongyuan, Xixi National Wetland Park, Xihu Dist
+86 571 88737550 19:10
Dongpo of West Lake
Su Dongpo, a renowned poet in the Northern Song Dynasty, was
also the \"old mayor\" of Hangzhou. The whole performance, full of
Song style aesthetics, takes the audience to experience the charm of
Hangzhou and West Lake from Su's perspective.
10 Dongpo Rd, Shangcheng Dist
19:30~20:30 (Closed every Monday)
* Real scene cultural performances like Romance of Songcheng, Hangzhou X
Show,Spirit of Water, Dreams of Shangtang, Clear River under An Intimate Moon are
also recommended. 10
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WORLD
HERITAGES
A veritable \"World Heritage City\", Hangzhou
boasts three UNESCO World Heritages, i.e.
West Lake, Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal
and Archaeological Ruins of Liangzhu City.
Together, they showcase facets of the Chinese
civilization being condenses into a unique urban
spiritual symbol, and highlight different Oriental
characteristics and temperament. You can
explore China's most representative poetic
dwelling spiritual home in the West Lake, view
the relics of the millennium engineering marvel at
the southern end of the Grand Canal and trace
the dawn of Chinese civilization at the relic of
ancient Liangzhu.
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West Lake/Xihu
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Seeing West Lake on foot
Lingering Snow on the Broken Bridge → Bai Causeway → Zhejiang Provincial
Museum/China Seal Engraving Museum → Autumn Moon Over the Calm Lake →
Spring Dawn on the Su Causeway → Viewing Fish at Flower Pool .
Highlights:This is the most suitable hiking route to see West Lake, it offers a
panoramic view of most of the sights listed in the \"Ten Views\".
The West Lake, known as \"the most representative poetic dwelling spiritual home
in China, and a paradise on earth full of Oriental quality and aesthetic charm\", owes
much of its fame to its picturesque \"Ten Views\" as well as abundant historical and
cultural sites and anecdotes of celebrities. Let us follow the those highlights of the
lake to appreciate its fantastic scenery and cultural richness.
Travel tips
The \"Ten Views of the West Lake\" first appeared in the Southern Song Dynasty,
representing the essence of the West Lake's scenery. They are as follows:
Autumn Moon over the Calm Lake, Residual Snow on the Broken Bridge, Dawn
on the Su Causeway, Breeze-Rustled Lotus in Quyuan Garden, Viewing Fish at
Flower Pool, Evening Glow over Leifeng Pagoda, Evening Bell at Nanping Hill,
Three Pools Mirroring the Moon, Twin Peaks Piercing the Clouds and Orioles
Singing in the Willows. See how many of them you can visit!
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Lingering Snow on the Broken Bridge /Duanqiao Canxue
The meeting spot of Lady White and Xu Xian, the protagonists of the enduring
Chinese folk tale The Legend of the White Snake, it is also a nice choice to enjoy the
snow scenery of the Lake.
200M east of the intersection of Beishan St and a trail to Baochu Pagoda
Viewing Fish at Flower Pool /Huagang Guanyu
A famous spot for watching gold fish which symbolizes good luck in local culture,
it is also one of the few places in Hangzhou to admire peony flowers.
10 Yanggongdi +86 571 87963033
Zhejiang Provincial Museum (Gushan)
A national first-class museum, it nestles in
a traditional Chinese garden surrounded by
Gushan. It’s characterized by special exhibitions
on Leifeng Pagoda relics, Wenlan Pavilion Library,
and lacquer ar t, etc. A ceramic exhibition
that should not be missed showcases findings
of the ancient ceramic pieces that are more
representative of Zhejiang styles.
25 Gushan Rd+86 571 86013085
09:00~17:00 (closed on Mondays, except
official holidays)
Solitary Hill/Gushan
Located in a quiet corner
o f t h e W e s t L a k e , t h e
small hill is dotted with old
terraces, pavilions and other
famous cultural sites. Among
them, Xiling Seal Society, in
particular, known as \"the first
academic society in the world\",
carries a profound cultural
heritage of Chinese sealing
arts. Gushan Rd
Spring Dawn on the Su Causeway /Sudi Chunxiao
Su Causeway was built by the famous poet Su Dongpo when he was the governor
of Hangzhou in the Northern Song Dynasty. There, in spring, the green sprouting
willows and pink peach blossoms present a particular enchanting sight along the
undulating six stone arch bridges. Su Causeway
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Seeing West Lake by boat
Island tour
Departing piers: No. One Park, No. Two Park, No. Five Park, Children's Palace,
Zhongshan Park, Hangzhou Hotel, Flower Harbour, and Qianwang Temple.
Highlights: A cruise on a gaily-painted boat to the Small Yingzhou Island for the
iconic water garden.
Song Dynasty Cultural Tour
Departing pier: No.2 Park
Cruise Route: No.2 Park→ Leifeng Pagoda→ Three Pools Mirroring the Moon→
Su Causeway → Broken Bridge.
Highlights: Experience the Song Dynasty culture in a replica ancient pleasure boat,
entertained by performances like Song-style tea whisking ceremonies.
+86 571 87980202
Night tour in gaily painted ancient boats
Departing piers: No. One Park, No. Two Park, Children's Palace, Zhongshan Park,
Qianwang Temple, Yue Fei Temple, and Flower Harbour.
Cruise Route: Bai Causeway → Autumn Moon over the Calm Lake → Su
Causeway → Three Pools Mirroring the Moon→ Leifeng Pagoda→ Orioles Singing
in the Willows.
Highlights: An around-the-lake cruise for the charming night view of the West Lake.
Opening: 18:30~21:00(Monday to Thursday) /18:30~21:30(Friday, Saturday)
Travel tips
West Lake tour boats come in different varieties such as gaily painted
ancient boats replica, leisure boats, rowboats, and sculling boats. For detailed
information on cruise fares and routes, please check with the boat service at
each pier. The night cruise usually opens from early April to mid-November each
year. Since it is highly weather-dependent, in case of special weather conditions,
there may be temporary adjustments or cancellations. Please pay attention to
the announcements of the boat company.
Three Pools Mirroring the Moon /Santan Yinyue
The three stone pagodas are one of the symbols of the West Lake. You are
recommended to take a small boat at night to see the the moonlight filters through
the holes in the pagodas, creating a magical interplay of light and shadow.
On the water surface South of Small Yingzhou Islet, West Lake
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Seeing West Lake on a battery car
Leifeng Pagoda at Sunset (Leifeng Pagoda Scenic Area)/Evening Bell Ringing
on Nanping Hill (Jingci Temple) → Orioles Singing in the Willows → Zhejiang
Art Museum → West Lake Museum → Historical buildings in Beishan Street →
Breeze-Rustled Lotus in Winding Courtyard.
Highlights: This is the most relaxed way to tour the lake. Flag down a sightseeing
battery car is convenient, and the ride comes with the explanations of the
attractions along the way.
Regular car 40 yuan/person for an around-the-lake trip; 10 yuan/ person for a
section ride; an around-the-lake ride on a fancier ancient model replica costs 80
yuan/person, with a section fare of 20 yuan/person.
Evening Glow over Leifeng Pagoda (Leifeng Pagoda Scenic Spot)
This is the site where LadyBai Suzhen, the legendary White Snake Spirit was
imprisoned. With a history of over a thousand years, the pagoda offers a panoramic
view of the lake and surrounding verdant hills. The scene is particularly enchanting at
sunset. 15 Nanshan Rd +86 571 87982111
40 yuan 08:00~20:00 (May1~October31)
Travel tips
The entire journey covers about 13.5 kilometers, in about 70 minutes. It also divided
into four sections(Children's Palace - Yongjinmen, Yongjinmen - Leifeng Pagoda,
Leifeng Pagoda-Yue Fei Temple, Yue Fei Temple -Children's Palace）, and each charges
10 （or 20）yuan/person. You can get on and off the car at any point on the roundthe-lake tour. Once you leave the car, your ticket becomes invalid and you need to
pay again if you want to continue the ride in a different car.
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Central Exhibition of West Lake Museum
The first lake museum in China, it presents an overview of the West
Lake, including its dredging and renovation in the past dynasties, the
origin and inheritance of its famed sights, its cultural sites, as well as
related literature and historical materials and relics.
89 Nanshan Rd
+86 571 87882279 / 87882333
09:00~17:00 (closed on Mondays)
Beishan Street Historical Buildings
Known as the \"Museum of Architecture
of the Republic of China Era\", Beishan Street
boasts a host of historical buildings from the
1920s and 1930s. They are the records of
the prosperity of the city and stories of many
of its famous citizens, as well as the cultural
epitome and witness of modern Hangzhou.
Beishan Street
Breeze-Rustled Lotus in Winding
Courtyard /Quyuan Fenghe
Hangzhou's most famous summer lotus
spot, it offers visitors the delight of walking
on a zigzag long bridge over a pool teemed
with blooming lotus.
89 Beishan St
+86 571 87179603
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Seeing West Lake on bike
Beishan Street (Broken Bridge, Baoshi Hill) → Yanggong Causeway (BreezeRustled Lotus in Quyuan Garden, Maojiabu, Viewing Fish at Flower Pool)→ Nanshan
Road (Prince Bay Park, Leifeng Pagoda).
Highlights: A classic loop, allowing exercise amid charming scenery.
Baoshi Hill
The red rocks shine brightly in
the sun, hence the name Baoshi
(Gemstone) Hill. There are many
strange rocks on the hill, making
hiking an extraordinary experience.
The iconic Baochu Pagoda towers
majestically on the hilltop, where you
are rewarded with a breathtaking
panorama of the West Lake.
Entrance of Lane 1, Baoshishan
Prince Bay (Taiziwan) Park
A romantic parkland by the
West Lake, it is dotted with flowing
streams and undulating grass
slopes. Spring is the most beautiful
time of the year when cherry and
tulips bloom in profusion.
Nanshan Rd
Maojiabu
An off-the-beaten track but
enchanting scenic spot in the west
of the West Lake, it features a
blending of pristine nature and the
artistic conception of an ancient
Jiangnan water town.
N or t h of inte r sec t ion of
Yanggong Causeway and Longjing
Branch Rd
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Beijing-Hangzhou
Grand Canal
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A key contributor to Hangzhou’s prosperity since ancient times, the Grand Canal
has bred and nourished the area’s Wuyue culture and Jiangnan culture. While
learning to appreciate the slow life of the locals, you should not forget to make a stop
at the famous handicraft museum cluster to experience the traditional intangible
cultural heritage skills that have been kept alive to this date.
Travel tips
To see the Canal, you can take the water bus from Wulinmen Pier to
Gongchenqiao Pier, get off the boat and visit the such sights as the handicrafts
museum group, Gongchen Bridge, Qiaoxi Historic Block, Xiaohezhijie Block,
Xiaohe Park and others. Or you may take a canal cruise to Tangqi ancient town,
to learn about traditions and cultures of an old Jiangnan town.
Wulinmen Pier
1B, Canhigh Center, 208 Huancheng Rd (N), Gongshu Dist
Water bus 07:00~18:00; One cruise boat departure to Tangqi ancient town
09:00 on holiday and weekend. For details, please see the bulletin board at the pier
or call +86 571 88024168
Hangzhou Workmanship Demonstration Pavilion
On display are more than 20 traditional crafts and intangible cultural heritage skills
with Chinese characteristics, such as bamboo weaving and embroidery. Visitors can
not only watch on-site demonstration of master craftsmen or intangible cultural
heritage inheritors, but also get hand-on experience themselves.
10 Qiaolong St ,Gongshu Dist +86 571 88197531
0930~17:30(please follow the official account of \"Hangzhou Workmanship
Demonstration Pavilion\" to book your visit)
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Gongchen Bridge
Built in 1631 AD, Gongchen Bridge is the longest and highest stone arch bridge
among the existing ancient bridges in Hangzhou, and also the mark of the southern
end of the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal.
1 Qiaolong St ,Gongshu Dist
Museum of Hangzhou Arts and Crafts
(of Knife, Scissors and Sword, Fan, and Umbrella)
Comprising an arts and crafts art gallery and three themed museums, the museum
cluster showcases the old hand-making of knives, scissors, swords, fans, umbrellas,
and the traditional handicrafts and arts and crafts culture of the Hangzhou area.
There, you can not only admire the craftsmanship of knives, scissors, umbrellas and
fans, but also learn about their long history. There are digital screens to allow visitors
to immerse themselves in the beauty of craftsmanship and on-site craftsmenteachers to offer professional guidance to those who want to experience the joy of
hands-on experience in making handicrafts.
334 Xiaohe Rd (Arts and Crafts), 336 Xiaohe Rd (Knife, Scissors and Sword and
Umbrella), and 450 Xiaohe Rd (Fan), Gongshu Dist
+86 571 88197511 (Arts and Crafts), +86 571 88197508 (Knife, Scissors and
Sword and Umbrella), and +86 571 88197518 (Fan)
09:00~16:30, closed on Mondays (Please follow the WeChat official account of
\"Hangzhou Museum of Arts and Crafts\" to book your visit)
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Dadou Road Historical Block
Adjacent to the millennium Xiangji Temple,
the par t of the Grand Canal retains the
architectural style of late Qing Dynasty and
early Republic of China eras. Among the
black tiles and white walls, you may find
creative markets, specialty vegetarian eateries,
interesting shops, and delicious food.
Similar recommendations: Xiaohe Zhijie
Historical Block, Qiaoxi Zhijie Historical Block
Dadou Rd, Gongshu Dist
Tangqi Ancient Town
Once ranking first among the \"Top Ten
Towns in Jiangnan\", it features the unique water
market setting reminiscent of the heyday of the
water-rich region.
Tangqi Ancient Town Scenic Area, Linping Dist
+86 571 86375531
Grand Canal Hangzhou Steel Mill Park
Designed by a team of architects including Liu Jiakun, a 2025 Pritzker Architecture
Prize winner, it integrates garden culture into the industrial relics of a steel giant.
Visitors can camp on the lawn, attend music festivals, stroll on the abandoned
railway tracks, and enjoy coffee in the former blast furnace, all amid a unique
cyberpunk atmosphere.
Liantie Rd, Gongshu Dist
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Liangzhu
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Liangzhu, aka the \"Land of Beauty\", is the cradle of the 5,000-yearold Chinese civilization. It is where we touch the emergence of Chinese
nation, perceive the ceaseless growth of its culture and witness the
artistic innovation of its new generations.
Travel tips
The site park is quite large, so taking a sightseeing vehicle is
advisable. It costs 20 yuan per person for a full loop around the
park, with multiple stops along the way.
Archaeological Ruins of Ancient Liangzhu City Park
The park is based on the neolithic Liangzhu Ancient City site and
preserves the culture’s core urban area. Visitors can explore ancient
water conservancy and palace ruins and envisage the lives of ancient
people along the rivers and fields. They can get their hands dirty in
archaeological activities and interact with the park’s adorable deer herd.
200M northwest of the intersection of Fengdu Rd and 104 National
Highway, Pingyao Town
+86 571 85855300 60 yuan
09:00~17:00 (Please follow the WeChat official account of \"Ruins of
Liangzhu City\" to book your tour)
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Laohuling (Tiger Ridge) Park of the Archaeological Ruins of Liangzhu City
At present, it is the only site in Liangzhu ruins that displays a section structure of
the water conservancy system. Through the profile, we can see the then advanced
construction of grass and mud, and explore the earliest dyke system in the world.
Northwest of intersection of Peng 'an Rd and 104 National Highway, Pingyao Town
+86 571 88531081
09:00~17:00 (Please follow the WeChat official account of \"Ruins of Liangzhu
City\" to book your tour)
Liangzhu Museum
Boasting the finest artifacts
unearthed from the Ruins of
Liangzhu City, the museum
has on display more than 600
pieces (groups) of precious
cultural relics from the Liangzhu
Culture period, including jade
ornaments, stone tools, pottery
and lacquered ware, which
offers you a glimpse of the
wisdom and craftsmanship of
Liangzhu ancestors.
1 Meilizhou Rd, Liangzhu
Subdistrict
+86 571 88773875
09:00~17:00, closed on
Mondays (Please follow the
WeChat official account of
\"Ruins of Liangzhu City\" to book
your tour)
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Yujia Hill Archaeological Museum (scheduled to open in May 2025)
This is the first archaeological museum in Zhejiang Province. With an architecture
design inspired by \"hill shape,\" and an exhibition space drawing on traditional
wooden structures, the museum showcases the archaeological achievements of
Yujia Hill and Maoshan sites. Unearthed from the diggings are over 8,000 artifacts,
seen as an important part of the Liangzhu Culture.
Inside Yujia Hill Archaeological Site Park, Xinghe Rd, Linping Dist
Hangzhou National Archives
of Publications and Culture
F e a t u r i n g t h e c o n c e p t o f a
\"repository of Chinese civilization
genes,\" it displays various kinds of
publications bearing the marks of
Chinese civilization, both ancient and
modern, Chinese and foreign. The
architectural design integrates the
aesthetics of Song Dynasty gardens,
highlighted by a giant screen composed
of 70,0 0 0 pieces of handcraf ted
celadon tiles in a very unique color.
1 Wenrun Rd, Yuhang Dist
+86 571 88079999 / 88070098 (To
book your tour, please call in advance,
or follow the WeChat official account
of \"Hangzhou National National
Archives of Publications and Culture\")
09:00~16:00 (closed on Mondays)
“A Comprehensive Collection of Ancient Chinese Paintings” Museum
This museum boasts a collection of 12,405 pieces (sets) of Chinese paintings from
different dynasties, sourced from 263 cultural institutions worldwide. They include
paper, silk (also satin and gauze), and hemp materials, covering the vast majority of
the surviving \"national treasure\"-level painting masterpieces. The exquisite works are
truly breathtaking.
138 Xujiawan Road, Designer’s Town-Innovation Center, Yuhang Dist
09:00~17:00
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4HANG
ZHOUSTYLED
LIFE
Are you ready for the experience of being a
\"Hangzhou resident\"? Take a walk along the streets
of Hangzhou, integrate yourself into the fabric of
the city, listen to the stories of the past, and explore
the traces of urban change. From the first cup of
tea in the morning to the stringed and woodwind
music at night, from classical Song legacies to
modern elegance, from authentic food to intangible
heritage culture, every step is indispensable in your
exploration of Hangzhou-style life.
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Intangible cultural heritages constitute a city's unique memory. In
Hangzhou, the ancient skills of such cultural legacies run through all
aspects of local people's life, and are constantly renewed.
Inheriting intangible
heritages
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Zhejiang School of Guqin Art
The Guqin (seven-string Chinese zither) is one of the oldest plucking
instruments in the world. Originated in the Southern Song Dynasty,
the Zhejiang School Guqin Art is characterized by briefness, tranquility
and remoteness, and strives to seek the artistic concept of elegance,
softness, peacefulness, simplicity in a world free of vulgarity.
Experience recommendation: Xu’s Guqin Hall of Zhejiang School
20 Qiaoxizhijie, Xiaohe Rd
+86 571 852112837
10:00~20:00
Seal-cutting Art
Seal-cutting involves carving Chinese
characters in seal style on metal, ivory,
rhinoceros horn, jade, stone and other
materials. It is a unique symbol of
Chinese culture. In Hangzhou, both
the non-governmental ar t group
\"Xiling Seal Society\", famous for its
outstanding history, achievement and
influence, and the special Seal Museum
set their mission to inherit and carry
forward this quintessence of China.
Experience recommendations: China
Seal Museum, and Xiling Seal Society
Gushan
10 and 31 Houshan Rd, Gushan
+86 571 87977149
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Chinese Sericulture Silk Weaving Technique (weaving
technique of Hangzhou Luo Silk, production technique of Yuhang Qingshui Silk Floss)
Silk is the bridge of ancient China to the world, and Chinese sericulture silk weaving
skills are its foundation. From the spring silk spinning of silkworms, to the exquisite silk
fabrics and clothing, and then to the \"Silk Road\", sericulture silk weaving skills have not
only adorned people's lives, but also helped produce an enduring culture.
Experience recommendation: China National Silk Museum
73-1 Yuhuangshan Rd +86 571 87035223
09:00~17:00（Closed on Mondays. Some venues are still closed due to recent
renovation and upgrade)
Hangzhou bronze carving skills
Hangzhou bronze carving, formerly known as bronze ware making, is a continuation
of the old bronze culture. It is celebrated for rich variety, exquisite novelty, mysterious
decoration and advanced production.
Experience recommendation: Jiangnan Copper House
207 Hefang St 09:00~22:00
Huqing Yutang TCM Culture
Showcasing the traditional business practices observed by the time-honored
pharmacy, Huqing Yutang TCM Culture inherits the old ethics. Relying on a host of
carefully-preserved folk prescriptions, secret and proven recipes and adhering to the
practice of using only the top quality medicinal ingredients, it has produced remarkable
curative effects, and is hailed by the clients as the \"Medicine King of Jiangnan\".
Experience recommendations:
Huqing Yutang TCM Museum (A National Cultural Heritage)
95 Dajing Lane +86 571 87839108 10 yuan 08:30~17:00
Huqing Yutang Medicated Restaurant
98 Zhongshan Rd (S) +86 571 87061117
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For a millennium, in Hangzhou, the reputed \"tea capital of China\", growing tea,
drinking tea, studying tea and trading tea have already embedded deep in the life of
local people.Touring a Longjing tea garden, visiting a tea house and experiencing the
ritualistic Jingshan Tea Banquet, you will better appreciate the rich culture behind the
age-old Chinese national beverage.
National Tea Museum of China
It consists of two museum areas. Shuangfeng area contains a West Lake Longjing
Tea garden and a permanent exhibition focusing on Chinese tea culture, West Lake
Longjing tea and old tea sets collections; Longjing area, sitting on a hilly open courtyard
of a typical Jiangnan folk home, overlooks a forest with patches of tea bushes. There
you can view the world tea culture exhibition, the thematic show of the intangible
heritage of humanity -- the \"Traditional tea processing techniques and their associated
social practices\", and learn about various tea customs.
88 Longjing Rd (Shuangfen area), and 268 Wengjiashan (Longjing area)
+86 571 87964221 09:00~16:30 (Closed on Mondays)
Meijiawu Tea Culture Village
Enclosed amid green hills, Meijiawu is one of the main producing areas of West Lake
Longjing and a Grade I Protection Zone of the famous tea brand. Stepping into the
village, everywhere you will see neatly manicured tea gardens. You can make a stop at
a local agritainment to sample the authentic Longjing tea, taste delicious farm-cooking
dishes, and try you hands on tea picking and pan- roasting.
Meijiawu Village
Leisure time over a
cup of fragrant tea
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Jingshan/Jingshan Tea Banquet
The birthplace of the world's first tea
book, the Book of Tea, Jingshan is also
the source of Japanese tea ceremony.
Jingshan Tea Banquet, is a ceremony of
the ancient temple to use tea instead of
wine to entertain its guests. It stands for
the highest embodiment of an organic
fusion of local Buddhist culture and tea
culture. The special tea ceremony consists
of a dozen ritual procedures, integrating
Buddhist practise, Confucian rites and new
techniques of dian-cha.
Jingshan Town, Jingshan Temple
Hupanju Teahouse (Hubin Branch)
Hupanju is the only teahouse located on West Lake. Surrounded on three sides
by lake views, it offers a breathtaking scenery. The high-quality tea it serves and
the superb brewing skills of the tea masters combine to create a unique elegant
atmosphere typical of Hangzhou.
1 Hubin Rd
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In the eighth year of Shaoxing (1138 AD), Hangzhou became the capital of the Southern
Song Dynasty. The following 800 years of time has helped making the city’s Song
aesthetics an integral part of people’s daily life. Hangzhou hosts annual Song Dynastythemed activities to make the old era’s culture visible, tangible, and experiential.
Deshou Palace Site Museum of Southern Song Dynasty
Built next to the ruins of Deshou Palace, the former living space of Emperor
Gaozong and Emperor Xiaozong in the Southern Song Dynasty, the museum focuses
on the protection, research, collection and exhibition of the site itself and the
unearthed cultural treasures, as well as the display of the historical and cultural relics
of the era. There you can see the restored Song Dynasty imperial palace buildings, the
scenes of the imperial palace life, as well as the original ruins.
228 Wangjiang Rd +86 571 86521875
09:30~17:00 (Closed on Mondays. Follow the official account to book your tour)
Southern Song Imperial Kiln Museum
The imperial kiln porcelain of the Southern Song Dynasty stands at the peak of
ancient ceramic production with its smooth and simple design and exquisite glaze.
The first ceramic museum built on the basis of an ancient kiln site in China, the
Southern Song Imperial Kiln Museum exhibits a large number of imperial celadon
wares and folk porcelain pieces of the dynasty. Along with the tour, experience
programs, such as porcelain restoration and hand-production, are also available.
60 Nanfu Rd +86 571 86086023 09:00~16:00 (Closed on Tuesdays)
Free except the (optional) pottery hand-making experience
Experiencing the
elegance of Song
Dynasty culture
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King Qian’s Temple/Qianwangci
First built in 1077 AD, King Qian's Temple (Qianwangci) was constructed by
later generations in memory of the \"Wuyue Kingdom’s Qian Clan,\" who made
great contributions to the development and prosperity of Hangzhou.The flowering
season of wintersweet every year is the best time to visit. The yellow blossom and
the surrounding red walls add radiance to each other, giving full play to the temple’s
Chinese classical charm.
11 Nanshan Rd +86 571 87068289 15 yuan 08:00~17:00
Song Dynasty Town
This is a large-scale amusement park themed on the Song Dynasty. The crisscrossing
imitation ancient streets replicate the bustling Song folk life and immerse visitors in
the urban landscape and cultural elegance of the ancient days. A tour around the park
allows visitors encounter artists performing dances, acrobatics, and telling traditional
Song Dynasty stories. One should not miss the The Romance of Song Dynasty, known
as one of the \"Three Great Shows of the World\" along with the \"O\" show in Las Vegas
and the Moulin Rouge in Paris. The show brings both a stunning visual impact and an
emotional shock.
148 Zhijiang Rd, Xihu Dist +86 571 87313101 320 yuan
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Hangzhou’ connection with Buddhism stretches for thousands of years. In
the area, not only the elderly love to worship Buddhism, but the young are also
eager to seek blessings from the old religion. When ancient beliefs meet modern
expressions, Hangzhou's Buddhist culture has acquired a new definition.
Lingyin Temple · Feilai Peak rock images
Boasting a history of more than 1,600 years, Lingyin or Soul’s Retreat
Temple enjoys enormous popularity as a worshiping site in Hangzhou. The
statues of Feilai or Flying Peak are distributed on the cliffs and among the
natural caves at the north foot of the small hill. More than 380 stone carvings
from the Five Dynasties to the Song and Yuan are rare art treasures of ancient
grottoes in southern China and they have also made a wonderful appearance
in the game the Black Wukong.
1 Fayun Lane +86 571 87968665 06:30~17:30
45 yuan for Feilai Peak and 30 yuan for Lingyin Temple（Visitors can see
Yongfu Temple and Taoguang Temple at the same time）
Lingshun Temple
Known as \"the first temple of fortune under
heaven\", it is favored by those seeking wealth
and career success. Standing in front of the
temple, you can have a panoramic view of the
West Lake and even the magnificent Qiantang
River in the far distance.
Top of North Peak (accessible on foot or by
cable car)
07:00~17:00 8 yuan
Faxi Temple
The most popular \"Internet celebrity temple\"
among young people, the Faxi or Dharma
Happiness is famous for its 500-year-old
magnolia tree and Buddhist charms.
338 Tianzhu Rd +86 571 87986176
06:30~18:00 10 yuan
Visiting classic
Buddhist temples
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Wen’er Grocery Market
This trendy grocery market, even popular
among young people, offers not only a wide
variety of fresh vegetables and fruits but also
the bourgeois charm of cafes, small pubs,
and bakeries.
Similar recommendations: Dongshan
Lane Market and Hongshiban Farmers'
Market
493 Moganshan Rd, Xihu Dist
Wushan Flower and Bird Market
This is a paradise for flowers and small
pet animals, filled with a healing and stressrelieving atmosphere. The first floor sells
fresh flowers, the second floor potted
plants, and the third floor handicrafts and
antiques. The basement has an aquarium.
Each floor is full of surprises.
Similar recommendations: Fengqi Road
Flower and Bird Market
1 Huaguang Rd, Shangcheng Dist
Wulin Night Market
Stretching about seven hundred meters,
Wulin Night Market houses over three
hundred neatly arranged stalls. It not only
gathers exquisite handmade creative items
and intangible cultural heritage products
but also offers a dazzling variety of delicious
food from all over the country.
Similar recommendations: Dongchao
Night Market and Wushan Night Market
Near Exit E of Metro Fengqi Road
Station
Experience Hangzhou's rich daily life by exploring various grocery markets in
Hangzhou like a local.
Deep into the
Warmth of
Daily Life
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Classic famous dishes of Hangzhou cuisine
Fried Shrimp Meat With Longjing Tea, Steamed West Lake Fish in Vinegar
Gravy, Beggar’s Chicken, Dongpo Pork, Braised Spring Bamboo Shoots, Duck
in Brown Sauce of Hangzhou Style, Stewed Duck with Dried Bamboo Shoots,
West Lake Water Shield Soup, etc.
Recommended restaurants: Louwailou, Hangzhou Cuisine Museum of China,
Fuyuanju, Hubin 28 Chinese Restaurant of Grand Hyatt, Grandma's Home,
Xinbailu, Nongtangli, Tianxinglou, Huangfan’er, Zhangshengji, etc.
Famous snacks
Pian’ErChuan Soup Noodles, Fried Dough Sticks Wrapped in Thin Pancake,
Fried Bean Curd Skin, Cat-ear Shaped Noodles, Victory Cake, Osmanthusflower Sweetened Lotus Root, etc.
Recommended restaurants: Zhiweiguan, Hefang Street, Dama Lane, Wen'er
Grocery Market
Michelin/Black Pearl Restaurant Recommendations
Guiyu Restaurant, Jiexianglou, Jin Sha at Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at
West Lake, Ruyuan, Ziwei at West Lake State Guesthouse, Panfangchun Fried
Dumplings, Wang's Pancakes.
Hangzhou is known as “The City of Oriental Quality”. Since ancient times,
people here have known how to enjoy life, especially in terms of food.
Authentic
Hangzhou Food
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5PRE-TRIP
INFORMATION
Airport First Stop Service
Upon landing at Xiaoshan Airport, you can go to the Immigration Affairs Service
Center for consultation, SIM card purchase, etc. You can also use Alipay to scan and
enter the \"AI Hangzhou\"app for one-stop online service.
The Overseas Visitors Payment Service Center can assist you with ATM cash
withdrawals, foreign currency exchange, and guide you to domestic mobile payment
products such as Alipay and WeChat.
At the airport's intelligent terminal for real-time tax refunds, a self-help terminal
combined with Alipay mode is providing quick and convenient service. After
registering on the relevant Alipay page and scanning the Alipay collection code, the
tax refund will be credited to your account in real-time.
Luggage Storage/Shipping Service
In addition to the free luggage storage (to be collected before 10 p.m. on the same
day) service at Hangzhou Metro’s Xiaoshan International Airport Station, more than
30 other Metro stations also provide luggage storage service which is free for the
first half an hour and start charging afterwards. Collection must be made before
22:30 on the same day.
Travelers taking high-speed trains can also experience luggage consignment
service at Hangzhoudong (Hangzhou East) Station and a number of hotels. For
information on consignment service points, please follow the \"Hangzhou Cultural
Tourism\" WeChat public account.
Helpful Apps
Alipay: Scan-to-pay, scan-to-order food, transportation guide, scenic spot
reservations,departure tax refund.
WeChat: Scan-to-pay, scan-to-order food, scenic spot public account
reservations.
Xiaohongshu (Little Red Book): Travel guides, store exploration sharing,
information inquiries.
DeepSeek: Photo recognition and translation of Chinese, personalized travel
guide customization, cultural background interpretation.
Hang Xiaoyi Smart Tourist Companion
Hangzhou cultural tourism digital ambassador \"Hang Xiaoyi\" can quickly respond
to tourists' needs. By simply tapping the blue smart sticker with your mobile phone,
you can access a range of personalized services.
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Transit Visa-Free Policy
China's transit visa-free policy has been comprehensively
expanded and optimized. Eligible individuals from 54 countries,
including Russia, Brazil, the United Kingdom, the United States,
and Canada, can transit through China to a third country
(region) and enter China visa-free through any of the 60
open ports in 24 provinces (regions, municipalities). They are
allowed to stay and conduct activities within the designated
areas for up to 240 hours.
Scan the QR code for information regarding visa-free entry.
Accommodation
\"One-Tap Check-In\" Feature: Visitors can scan the QR code at the hotel front desk
with Alipay to check in with one click.
Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake
One of the most beautiful hotels on Lingyin Road, it accommodated the guests of
the CHANEL Métiers d’Art 2024. Guests can enjoy the beautiful scenery of West
Lake from the hotel and also experience the hotel's unique sculling boat service.
5 Lingyin Rd +86 571 88298888
Recommended surrounding attractions: Autumn Moon over the Calm Lake, Dawn
on the Su Causeway, Lingyin Temple, and Prince Bay Park
Amanfayun Hotel
Transformed from village houses adjacent to Lingyin Temple, the hotel features a
simple and natural environment, with each room being unique.
22 Fayun Lane +86 571 87329999
Recommended surrounding attractions: Lingyin Temple and Feilai Peak, Yongfu
Temple, Faxi Temple, Longjing Village, and Nine Creeks
Banyan Tree Hangzhou
Taking advantage of the natural scenery of Xixi Wetland, the hotel features quaint
and elegant bridges over flowing streams, perfectly blending Eastern classical style with
modern minimalism.
21 Zijingang Rd, Xihu Dist +86 571 85860000
Recommended surrounding attractions: Xixi Wetland, Linshun Temple,
Ooeli(Tianmuli), and Zhejiang University
Other recommendations: Hangzhou Xizi State Guesthouse, Midtown Shangri-La, and
Xianghu Lake Xiaoyao Manor
Recommended Boutique Hotels in Hangzhou
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In and Out of Hangzhou
You can take a flight to Xiaoshan International Airport and take Metro Line 1,
Line 7, Line 19 or airport shuttle bus to downtown Hangzhou. You may also fly to
Shanghai and take the high-speed train to Hangzhou.
Urban Transportation
Transportation
Xiaoshan International Airport Bus (In Coach Station)
Bus lines: Xiaoshan International Airport-Wulinmen, Xiaoshan International
Airport-Hangzhoudong Railway Station
Self-service ticketing: Terminal 3, Terminal 4
Manual ticketing service: Airport Bus Ticket Office
+86 571 86662519
Metro
At present, Hangzhou has opened Metro Line 1, Line 2, Line 3, Line 4, Line 5,
Line 6, Line 7, Line 9, Line 10, Line 16 and Line 19. For information regarding the
first and last departures, schedule, network diagram and transfer directions, please
follow \"Hangzhou Metro\" official account.
+86 571 96600
Taxi
The starting price is 13 yuan/3 km. For the distance between 3~10 km, the
passenger is charged 2.5 yuan/km; For the part exceeding 10 km, a 50% return
allowance will be charged (3.75 yuan/km); If the taxi stops temporarily due to traffic
or at the passenger’s request, every 4 minute will be charged as 1.5km (i.e. a wait of
4 minutes will be charged 3.75 yuan).
Public bicycles
You can search for “Ding-ta Travel” on Alipay or use Alipay to scan the vehicle
QR code to enter the mini-APP, register and activate the deposit-free bike rental
service, which is free for the first hour, and after that, the costs will be one yuan per
hour. For a single rental, the daily cap is 5 yuan. When returning the bike, you need
not scan the code again. Simply push the bike into the physical dock to allow it to
lock automatically, or manually lock it within the electronic dock area.
High-speed rail
Hangzhoudong Railway Station
185 Tiancheng Rd, Shangcheng Dist
Metro Line 1, Line 4, Line 6 or Line 19 to East Railway Station
Hangzhou Railway Station (Chengzhan)
1 Huancheng Rd (E), Shangcheng Dist Metro Line 1, Line 5 to Chengzhan Station
Hangzhounan Railway Station
1 Zhanqian Rd, Xiaoshan Dist Metro Line 5 to South Railway Station
Hangzhouxi Railway Station
Cangqian Subdisrict, Yuhang Dist
Metro Line 3, Line 19 to West Railway Station
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Hangzhou Municipal Bureau
of Culture, Radio, TV and Tourism
Address: Block A, Citizen Center, 18 Jiefang Rd (E), Hangzhou, China
Website: https://wgly.hangzhou.gov.cn/en/
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