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With its serene West Lake, scenic tea fields and ancient villages, it’s easy to see why Marco Polo called Hangzhou "the city of heaven".
For centuries, it’s been an inspiration to countless artists, poets – and travellers. From spending mornings adrift on tranquil waters to afternoons sampling tea at the source in Longjing village, here’s our guide to things to do in Hangzhou. And with the beautiful Huangshan mountains and ancient water towns close by, a trip to Hangzhou really does tick all the boxes.

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Things to do in Hangzhou

Go shopping on Qinghefang Street

Qinghefang Street is one of the top places to visit in Hangzhou. This bustling street dates back as early as the 1100s, when Hangzhou was the capital of China. It retains something of its ancient character, with period buildings housing stores selling Chinese heritage brands, street food and more.

Enjoy the tranquility of West Lake

Surrounded by cloud-capped hills on three sides and the city on the fourth, Hangzhou’s West Lake is considered one of the most beautiful sights in China. Leave plenty of time to take in the pagodas, temples and ornamental bridges dotted around this Hangzhou attraction – and for a relaxed adventure, hop on a lake cruise which takes in the major sites. Afterwards, scale the steps up to the slender Baochu Pagoda for commanding views of the lake.

Savour Dragon Well tea at its source

One of the top things to do in Hangzhou is to explore the tea plantations nestled in the hills surrounding the West Lake. Here the aromatic Longjing, or Dragon Well, tea is grown, picked and roasted. Stroll through the villages to taste the tea right at its source, and then branch off to explore the many secluded hiking trails, caves and springs hidden away in the expanse of green hills. It’s the perfect antidote to Hangzhou’s bustling streets.

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