Slow down by the lake, discover new flavours and explore Hangzhou through its museums, performances and everyday life. Whether you have a few hours or several days, make room for experiences as well as landmarks.
Find your kind of Hangzhou
A good day does not need a packed itinerary. Choose one main experience, explore the surrounding area and leave time for a meal, a tea break or an unexpected discovery.
Food & Drink
Make a meal part of the experience. Explore local flavours, enjoy a relaxed lunch and leave time for tea.
Explore food & drink → LOOK A LITTLE CLOSERMuseums & Culture
Give the city’s history and traditions more context. A museum visit also makes a rewarding break from the heat or rain.
Discover museums → MAKE IT AN OCCASIONSongcheng
Set aside time for an outing built around performances and entertainment. Check the programme before planning your visit.
Explore Songcheng → BROWSE & DISCOVERShopping
Take time to browse, compare and find something you will enjoy bringing home. Combine shopping with a nearby café or meal.
Explore shopping → AFTER THE DAY SLOWS DOWNEvenings & Nightlife
Keep your evening flexible: dinner, a performance or a leisurely walk can bring a different rhythm to your stay.
Plan your evening → FOLLOW THE CALENDARFestivals & Events
See whether your visit coincides with a celebration or special programme. Confirm dates and booking arrangements before you go.
Explore festivals →A day with room to explore
Start with one highlight
Choose a museum, a scenic walk or an attraction you particularly want to see. Give it enough time rather than rushing between stops.
Follow your curiosity
Enjoy lunch, browse nearby shops or pause for tea. Keeping the afternoon in the same area leaves more time to enjoy the city.
Change the pace
Finish with dinner and a relaxed outing, or book a performance in advance. Check your return transport before heading out.
Leave room for the outdoors
Balance indoor visits with time outside. A lakeside walk or an unhurried afternoon can be just as memorable as a scheduled attraction. Adapt your plans to the weather and avoid filling every hour.
