Xihu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Broken Bridge showing a bridge and a sunset as well as a large group of people
West Lake
West Lake which includes a garden and autumn colours
Hangzhou featuring night scenes and a river or creek
Lingyin Temple showing a garden, religious aspects and a temple or place of worship

Popular places to visit

West Lake which includes a lake or waterhole

West Lake

4.5/5(9 reviews)

This oasis of spectacular natural beauty has inspired poets and artists with its sparkling water, misty mountains and traditional pagodas.

West Lake
Lingyin Temple which includes heritage architecture, a temple or place of worship and religious aspects

Lingyin Temple

4/5(2 reviews)

Among the largest and most ornate temples in China, this fourth-century structure has hundreds of statues under its lofty ceilings.

Lingyin Temple
Broken Bridge showing a bridge and a sunset as well as a large group of people

Broken Bridge

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Amble across the city’s most famous bridge to reach an island full of surprises, with nature paths, restaurants and museums.

Broken Bridge
Hangzhou Botanical Garden showing a park and forests

Hangzhou Botanical Garden

4.5/5(2 reviews)

See a variety of native plants alongside ornate pavilions, stalls and a pretty lake as you meander through this green space in the city centre.

Hangzhou Botanical Garden
Baochu Pagoda featuring hiking or walking

Baochu Pagoda

This iconic tower of Hangzhou rises proudly above the city as a prominent reminder of the region’s former ruling empires.

Baochu Pagoda
Three Pools Mirroring the Moon

Three Pools Mirroring the Moon

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Three Pools Mirroring the Moon, a lovely green space in Hangzhou. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Three Pools Mirroring the Moon

Activities

One-day Tour of Hezhang Village

Alishan, Chiayi | Gassho Village, Ajang Eryanping Trail Day Tour

AU$119
per adult
Alishan, Chiayi | Gassho Village, Ajang Eryanping Trail Day Tour
All Inclusive Night Tour with Impression West Lake Show VIP Ticket and Dinner

All Inclusive Night Tour with Impression West Lake Show VIP Ticket and Dinner

AU$205
per adult
All Inclusive Night Tour with Impression West Lake Show VIP Ticket and Dinner
Hangzhou Yunqi Bamboo Forest

Half-Day Hangzhou Yunxi Bamboo Forest and Tea Plantation Experience

AU$375
per adult
Half-Day Hangzhou Yunxi Bamboo Forest and Tea Plantation Experience
Beautiful Walk In The Bamboo Forest

Best of Hangzhou: A Comprehensive Tour of the City's Top Sights

AU$382
per adult
Best of Hangzhou: A Comprehensive Tour of the City's Top Sights
Shanghai to Hangzhou one day bullet train tour to boat at lakes.

Shanghai to Hangzhou one day bullet train tour with Chinese lunch

AU$483
per adult
Shanghai to Hangzhou one day bullet train tour with Chinese lunch
4-Hour Hangzhou City Private Customized Tour with Options

4-Hour Hangzhou City Private Customized Tour with Options

AU$321
per adult
4-Hour Hangzhou City Private Customized Tour with Options
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Our pick of the best Xihu Hotel Deals

Shangri-La Hangzhou
Shangri-La Hangzhou
4.5 out of 5
78 Beishan Road, Hangzhou, Zhejiang
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$217 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$217
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (229 reviews)
"The property is immense and very beautiful, however it does seem that a bit more care could be given to some aspects of the property. The carpets in particular had a few stains & spills on them across the hallways & in the rooms. The staff are attentive and very helpful, the breakfast buffet was ..."

Reviewed on 15 Mar. 2025

Shangri-La Hangzhou
Sheraton Grand Hangzhou Wetland Park Resort
Sheraton Grand Hangzhou Wetland Park Resort
5 out of 5
1 Westbrook Resort, Zijinggang Road, Hangzhou, Zhejiang
The price is AU$176 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$176
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions West Lake and National Wetland Museum of ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (140 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 20 Aug. 2024

Sheraton Grand Hangzhou Wetland Park Resort
Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake
Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake
5 out of 5
5 Lingyin Road, Hangzhou, Zhejiang
The price is AU$958 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
AU$958
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions West Lake and Hangzhou Botanical Garden ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (182 reviews)
"One of the best hotels in China! We definitely will return."

Reviewed on 25 Jan. 2025

Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake
Oakwood Residence Hangzhou
Oakwood Residence Hangzhou
4.5 out of 5
No 28 Jiaogong Road, Hangzhou, Zhejiang
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$137 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$137
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions West Lake and Yellow Dragon ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (293 reviews)
Staying at Oakwood Hangzhou
"The design and condition of property was excellent. It is part of EAC, Euro American Center. Breakdast buffet and swimming was excellent, with high end interior finishes for the apartment units. A place to choose in Hangzhou."

Reviewed on 4 Jan. 2025

Oakwood Residence Hangzhou
Fairfield by Marriott Hangzhou Xihu District
Fairfield by Marriott Hangzhou Xihu District
4 out of 5
No. 38 Yile Road, Hangzhou, Zhejiang
The price is AU$111 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
AU$111
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a sauna. Popular attractions West Lake and Yellow Dragon Sports Center ...
7/10 Good! (11 reviews)
horrible smell and awful breakfast
"The ceiling of bathroom was black from mold and naturally there was an awful smell in the room. In addition the breakfast was really cold and chinese alternatives only. Never liked kongee but when you get it served room temperatured... :-( The tea was brewed the night before... small stuff like this ..."

Reviewed on 4 Nov. 2012

Fairfield by Marriott Hangzhou Xihu District
Zhejiang Narada Grand Hotel
Zhejiang Narada Grand Hotel
5 out of 5
122 Shuguang Road, Hangzhou, Zhejiang
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (69 reviews)
"friendly services"

Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around Xihu

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Hefang Street

Get to know Hefang Street and its many features like its museums and monuments. You might want to explore sights like Hu Xueyan Former Residence and Qinghefang Old Street, and you can jump on the metro at Jiangcheng Road Station or Wushan Square Station to get around the city.

Hefang Street
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Shangcheng

Consider a visit to Hu Xueyan Former Residence 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.

Shangcheng
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Downtown Hangzhou

4/5(7 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Hangzhou
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Jianggan

4/5(3 area reviews)

Get to know Jianggan and its many features like its museums and lake views. You might want to explore sights like MIXC Mall and Hangzhou Grand Theatre, and you can jump on the metro at Qianjiang Road Station or Xinye Road Station to get around the city.

Jianggan
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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.

Xiacheng
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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.

Qianjiang New Town

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