Things to Do
- Walk or cycle West Lake's causeways at sunrise
- Visit Meijiawu village for Longjing tea picking and tasting
- Explore Lingyin Temple and Feilai Peak grottoes
- Stroll Hefang Street for snacks and crafts
- Take a canal boat on the Grand Canal
China
Hangzhou
West Lake, tea culture, and Jiangnan elegance
About
Marco Polo called it the finest city on earth — Hangzhou's West Lake, Longjing tea plantations, and Lingyin Temple define refined Jiangnan culture.
West Lake boat ridesLongjing tea tastingLingyin Temple visitsGrand Canal walksXixi Wetland exploration
Travel Tips
- Hangzhou is 45 minutes from Shanghai by high-speed rail
- Spring tea harvest (March–April) is a special time to visit
- West Lake area hotels are premium — book early for weekends
- Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport serves domestic and some international routes