Why visit Hangzhou?
Hangzhou is a lakeside city where classical gardens, willow-lined shores, and quiet temples sit alongside tech campuses and modern towers. You feel both heritage and innovation as you explore.
What to expect
Your days revolve around West Lake, from misty mornings on the water to evening strolls along tree-shaded causeways, framed by tea hills and low mountains. Neighbourhoods mix narrow lanes, boutique hotels, and lively waterfront promenades.
Plan your trip
Hangzhou works well as a stand-alone escape or as part of a longer journey through eastern China, with fast rail links to Shanghai and beyond. You can base yourself near the lake for scenery, then venture out to tea villages and historic towns nearby.