Hangzhou Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Hangzhou
Where to stay in Hangzhou
Xihu
You might take some time to check out the lake views in Xihu. Spend some time visiting top spots like West Lake, and catch the metro at Huanglong Sports Center Station or Huanglong Cave Station to see more of the area.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Midtown Shangri-La, Hangzhou
Convenient location with direct access to subway, restaurants and shopping.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Sofitel Hangzhou Westlake
It was a decent hotel, large room size but non-smoking smelt so strongly of cigarettes we had to ask to move. Not many of the staff spoke English or at least not at the level to discuss the matter but this was solved using a translation app on my phone. To be fair to the staff, they got us an air ...
Reviewed on 18 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
Somerset IOC Hangzhou
Good Service, Friendly staff
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Oakwood Residence Hangzhou
Marriott Executive Apartments Hangzhou Yuhang
Yes, all good!
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
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.
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.
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.
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.
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- West Lake
- Xixi National Wetland Park
- Lingyin Temple
- Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center
- Broken Bridge
- Wushan Night Market
- Westlake Culture Plaza
- Hangzhou China Silk Town
- Alibaba Xixi Park
- Qiandao Lake
- Song Dynasty Town
- Qinghefang Old Street
- Hangzhou Botanical Garden
- Hangzhou Paradise Park
- Xianghu Tourism Resort
- Hangzhou Zoo
- Liuhe Pagoda
- Hangzhou Grand Theatre
- China National Tea Museum
- Phoenix Mosque
- West Lake International Golf and Country Club
- Zhejiang University Huajiachi Campus
- Wulin Night Market
- Quiantang River Bridge
