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Hangzhou

(杭州)

Poetic West Lake, ancient Longjing tea plantations, and high-tech elegance.

Suggested Stay
2-3 Days
Best Season to Visit
Spring (Mar - May), Autumn (Sep - Nov)

Top Highlights

β˜… West Lake (Biking & Boat Cruise)β˜… Lingyin Temple & Feilai Peakβ˜… Longjing Green Tea Villageβ˜… Xixi National Wetland Park

Recommended Classic Itinerary

DAY 1West Lake Serenity

Rent a bike to cycle Su Causeway, traditional wooden rowing boat to Three Pools Mirroring the Moon.

DAY 2Zen Temples & Green Tea Fields

Lingyin Buddhist Temple, hike through mist-shrouded Longjing tea plantation with tea tasting.

Iconic Regional Dishes to Try

Must-order local specialties for your Dianping search

πŸ₯’West Lake Vinegar Fish
πŸ₯’Dongpo Braised Pork
πŸ₯’Longjing Shrimp
πŸ₯’Hangzhou Xiaolongbao

Getting There & Around

Hangzhou East Railway Station connects to Shanghai in 45 minutes on bullet trains.

Local Insider Tips

  • β€’Cycle around West Lake early in the morning before 08:30 to experience peaceful reflection without crowds.