Qiantang Travel Guide
Hangzhou
Popular places to visit
West Lake
Explore the great outdoors at West Lake, a popular spot to commune with nature in Hangzhou. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in the area.
Lingyin Temple
After visiting Lingyin Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hangzhou. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Hangzhou Botanical Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Hangzhou Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Hangzhou. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Broken Bridge
After visiting Broken Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hangzhou. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Xixi National Wetland Park
Explore the great outdoors at Xixi National Wetland Park, a lovely green space in Hangzhou. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
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.
Top hotels in Qiantang
Crowne Plaza Hangzhou Qiantang by IHG
DoubleTree by Hilton Hangzhou East
Canopy by Hilton Hangzhou Jinsha Lake
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Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Midtown Shangri-La, Hangzhou
At a very good location and everything within a walking distance
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Grand Hyatt Hangzhou
The staff were rude at check in and during our stay when we had an inquiry. We tried to use the sauna and it wasn’t working properly.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Sofitel Hangzhou Westlake
Good location, very closed to west lake, concierge very helpful, friendly and knowledgeable.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Qiantang
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.
Qianjiang New Town
While you're in Qianjiang New Town, take in top sights like Hangzhou Grand Theatre or MIXC Mall, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Citizen Center Metro Station or Chengxing Road Station.
Downtown Hangzhou
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.
Xiacheng
Xiacheng is a destination travellers like for its lake views, and you might hop aboard the metro at Dongxinyuan Station or Hangyang Station to explore sights like Westlake Culture Plaza.
Hefang Street
Get to know Hefang Street and its many features like its museums and monuments. You might want to explore sights like Qinghefang Old Street and Hu Xueyan Former Residence, and you can jump on the metro at Jiangcheng Road Station or Wushan Square Station to get around the city.
Shangcheng
Consider a visit to West Lake 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.
