EXPLORE VISIT HANGZHOU
All pages
Explore Hangzhou
What to see
Explore the landscapes and landmarks that give Hangzhou its distinctive character.
What to do
Discover Hangzhou through food, museums, shopping, performances and unhurried outdoor time.
Song Dynasty Town
Songcheng brings themed streets and large-scale performance together in a modern attraction inspired by history.
Shopping
Bring home a little of Hangzhou: tea, textiles, craft and gifts with a story.
Food & Drink
Taste Hangzhou through its local dishes, seasonal ingredients and Longjing tea.
Museums
Explore the city through tea, silk, medicine and the objects of its history.
Leisure
Leave room for the simple pleasures: a garden, a walk, a cup of tea and a view of the water.
Evening & Night
Enjoy a lakeside evening, a performance, a tea house or a lively neighbourhood.
Festivals
Discover Hangzhou through celebrations that follow the seasons and the lunar calendar.
Golf
Plan a round of golf with direct confirmation of the course, access and booking conditions.
Jiangnan Stone Garden
Discover the sculptural beauty of ornamental stones and traditional garden design.
Leifeng pagoda
A landmark above West Lake, where a modern reconstruction protects traces of an earlier pagoda.
Long & Nine-Turns Bridges
Small bridges frame changing views of the lake and the gardens around it.
Wenlan Pavilion · Qing Library
Discover the scholarly tradition behind the imperial Siku Quanshu collection.
Quyuan Garden
Quyuan Garden is one of West Lake’s best-known settings for lotus flowers and waterside walks.
Solitary Hill
Gushan brings gardens, cultural institutions and lake views together in one compact area.
The Ancient Street of Qinghefang
Explore a historic district where traditional shops, local food and heritage meet everyday city life.
The Grand Canal
Follow a historic waterway that connected trade, communities and culture across China.
Three Pools Mirroring the Moon
An island landscape and three stone towers form one of West Lake’s best-known scenes.
Three Temples of Tianzhu
Explore a wooded temple landscape closely associated with Buddhist culture.
West Lake
West Lake is Hangzhou’s defining landscape: water, wooded hills, gardens and centuries of cultural meaning.
Wu Hill
Wooded paths and the Chenghuang Pavilion open a different perspective on central Hangzhou.
Yue Fei’s temple
A memorial to Yue Fei, whose story remains an important part of Chinese historical memory.
Culture & Heritage
Unique Hangzhou
Water, gardens, craft and an unhurried cultural rhythm make Hangzhou distinctive.
Silk
Discover a textile tradition through museums, craftsmanship and careful shopping.
History
Hangzhou’s history connects early settlement, waterways, imperial life and international trade.
Ancient Capital
Discover Hangzhou’s imperial past through the city once known as Lin’an.
Historical Chronology
A concise timeline of the region’s heritage and the modern city.
Marco Polo
The account associated with Marco Polo helped make Hangzhou famous far beyond China.
The Hangzhou Song
There's a paradise in heaven. On earth there is Hangzhou. Listen to our original song about beautiful Hangzhou
Business & Innovation
Robotics in Hangzhou
Discover Hangzhou’s thriving robotics industry, where rapid advances are shaping the city’s future as a major centre for technology and innovation.
Technology & Innovation
Explore Hangzhou’s expanding technology landscape, where research, artificial intelligence and innovation are shaping the city’s future.
A first class city for business
Explore Hangzhou’s dynamic business landscape, where international connections, entrepreneurship and innovation drive a growing global presence.
Business Etiquette
Practical guidance on meetings, dress, business cards and business visits.
Travel Info
Getting Here
Arrive by international flight, high-speed train or regional coach, then connect with the city.
Getting Around
Explore Hangzhou by metro, bus, taxi, bicycle and on foot.
Hotels
Choose accommodation around the experience you want: the lake, a historic neighbourhood or convenient transport.
City Map
View the Hangzhou city map
City Facts
Population, culture, climate, transport and economy: get to know modern Hangzhou and its heritage.
China Facts
A practical introduction to the country behind your Hangzhou journey.