Why visit Hangzhou?
Hangzhou is known for its poetic landscapes, with West Lake at its heart and green hills framing the city. You will find a calm, scenic atmosphere balanced by a modern skyline, creative districts, and leafy streets ideal for slow walks.
What to expect
The city blends traditional waterfront neighbourhoods, tea-growing hillsides, and contemporary business zones. Tree-lined promenades, waterside paths, and lakeside viewpoints shape the experience, while efficient transport and well-planned parks make it easy to explore different parts of the city in a single day.
Plan your trip
Hangzhou works well as both a standalone city break and a gateway to the Yangtze River Delta region. With high-speed rail and frequent onward links, you can combine time by the lake and tea fields with side trips to nearby cities, making it a flexible base for wider journeys.