What to do in Hangzhou

Activities, attractions and tours

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Lingyin Temple featuring a memorial
West Lake featuring a garden and autumn leaves
West Lake showing a park
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What to do in Hangzhou

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West Lake featuring a lake or waterhole

West Lake

Shimmering waters, misty mountains and large pagodas characterize this area of outstanding natural beauty that has inspired many poets and artists.

West Lake
Lingyin Temple showing heritage architecture, religious elements and a temple or place of worship

Lingyin Temple

This ancient temple is one of the largest and most extravagant temples in China, with soaring ceilings and hundreds of statues.

Lingyin Temple
Broken Bridge featuring a bridge and a sunset as well as a large group of people

Broken Bridge

Visit this serene spot to photograph the reflection of Hangzhou’s most famous bridge and walk to an island with museums, nature trails and restaurants.

Broken Bridge
Hangzhou Botanical Garden showing forest scenes and a park

Hangzhou Botanical Garden

Stroll through this inner-city green space, which is covered with native plants, such as plum trees, and has decorative pavilions, kiosks and a lake.

Hangzhou Botanical Garden

Hangzhou Tower Shopping Mall

During your trip to Hangzhou, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Hangzhou Tower Shopping Mall. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Hangzhou Tower Shopping Mall

Xixi Wetland Park

Explore the great outdoors at Xixi Wetland Park, a lovely green space in Hangzhou. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Xixi Wetland Park

Zhejiang University Yuquan Campus

Walk around the campus at Zhejiang University Yuquan Campus as part of your travels around Hangzhou. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Zhejiang University Yuquan Campus

Wulin Square

You can find out about the history of Hangzhou with a stop at Wulin Square. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in the area.

Wulin Square

Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center

Catch an event at Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center during your trip to Hangzhou.

Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center

Explore areas of Hangzhou

Broken Bridge featuring a bridge and a sunset as well as a large group of people

Xihu

5/5(9 area reviews)

You might take some time to check out the lake views in Xihu. Spend some time visiting top spots like Hangzhou Botanical Garden, and catch the metro at Huanglong Sports Center Station or Huanglong Cave Station to see more of the area.

Xihu
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Downtown Hangzhou

4/5(5 area reviews)

While you're in Downtown Hangzhou, take in top sights like Hangzhou China Silk Town or Wulin Square, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at North Jianguo Road Station or Baoshan Bridge Station.

Downtown Hangzhou
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Shangcheng

Consider a visit to Hu Xueyan Former Residence and take some time to enjoy the lake views during your time in Shangcheng. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Houchaomen Station or Nanxingqiao Station.

Shangcheng
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Xiaoshan

Xiaoshan is a destination travellers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at Yaqian Station or Kanshan Station to explore sights like Hangzhou Paradise Park.

Xiaoshan
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Binjiang

Visitors to Binjiang like its restaurants. Jump on the metro at Jucai Road Station or Chengye Road Station to see top sights like Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center while you're in the area.

Binjiang
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Gongshu

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Noted for its lake views and bars, there's plenty to explore in Gongshu. Top attractions like Westlake Culture Plaza and Hangzhou Opera are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Wujiajiao Port Station or Gaotingba Station to see more of the city.

Gongshu

Day trip destinations from Hangzhou

Shaoxing

Shaoxing

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Zhuji

Jiaxing featuring street scenes and heritage architecture

Jiaxing

Jinhua

Jinhua

Huangshan

Huangshan

Photo by Kevin Patton

Tongxiang

Photo by Gareth

Pujiang County

Frequently asked questions

Is Hangzhou worth visiting?
Whether you're coming to discover the local charm and cultural highlights or try regional foods and explore in nature, there's no shortage of things to do in Hangzhou.
How do I spend a day in Hangzhou?
Start your day with a visit to Song Dynasty Town and Wulinmen Wharf. Then, explore other parts of Hangzhou for tasty eats and a little retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Hangzhou?
Song Dynasty Town is one of the top tourist attractions in Hangzhou and deserves a place on every sightseeing itinerary of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Hangzhou?
Three days in Hangzhou is enough to visit the city's main highlights. Many travellers book for two days on average. Hangzhou Grand Theatre, Zhejiang Museum of Natural History and Hangzhou Opera are among the top-rated sights. Want to experience more? Stick around a while longer to visit nearby hotspots such as Shangcheng.
Is Hangzhou a walkable city?
It all comes down to what you'd like to do and see in Hangzhou. Several top attractions, such as Zhejiang Museum of Natural History and Hangzhou Opera, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a stroll around some of Hangzhou's neighbourhoods, Xihu is 3 kilometers away from downtown, while Downtown Hangzhou is 5 kilometers away from the city centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Hangzhou with kids?
Planning what to do in Hangzhou with kids has never been so easy. Whether you're taking a trip with teenagers or little ones, there are plenty of family-friendly sights and activities to keep everyone entertained here.

What to do in Hangzhou for adults?
There are loads of things to do in Hangzhou, with activities for adults of all ages. Round off your day with a visit to Beishan St or Phoenix Mosque.
Are there free things to do in Hangzhou?
From visiting parks to wandering around exciting neighbourhoods, it's simple to find free things to do in Hangzhou. If you're in need of ideas, get some tips from a local tour guide. Zhejiang Museum of Natural History is a must for anyone wishing to save on their travel adventures.