Downtown Hangzhou Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
West Lake
Shimmering waters, misty mountains and large pagodas characterize this area of outstanding natural beauty that has inspired many poets and artists.
Lingyin Temple
This ancient temple is one of the largest and most extravagant temples in China, with soaring ceilings and hundreds of statues.
Hangzhou Botanical Garden
Stroll through this inner-city green space, which is covered with native plants, such as plum trees, and has decorative pavilions, kiosks and a lake.
Broken Bridge
Visit this serene spot to photograph the reflection of Hangzhou’s most famous bridge and walk to an island with museums, nature trails and restaurants.
Hangzhou Tower Shopping Mall
During your trip to Hangzhou, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Hangzhou Tower Shopping Mall. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Wushan Night Market
During your trip to Hangzhou, you can do some window-shopping at Wushan Night Market. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Top hotels in Downtown Hangzhou
EVEN Hotel Hangzhou West Lake by IHG
Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou At Hangzhou Centre
It was a spectacular stay from start to finish. The room was spotless, the staff were incredibly kind and professional, and the overall atmosphere was relaxing and comfortable. Everything exceeded my expectations. I would definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Hangzhou West Lake
Clean room, good staffs, breakfast. Have self served washer and dryer. Convenient location. Good value.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Nostalgia S Hotel(HangzhouHefang Old Street）
This is my 2nd stay at Nostalgia S hotel. For travelling it’s super close only 200 metres from the metro station. Line 5 station name Jiangcheng road exit E onto South Hefang street. It only takes 25 minutes to the main Hangzhou dong (East) railway station or 45 minutes directly to the Airport station ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Zheda Yuanzheng Lanshe Hotel
Great location next to the West Lake and Hefang Street. Staff are so respectful and nice, they always stand up to greet you when you come in/out. Rooms are impressive and high tech. The only downside in my opinion is that they don't offer breakfast. Would definitely recommend!
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Holiday Inn Hangzhou West Lake By Ihg
Room was clean and well kept. However, the practice of switching off the aircon ( from 230am to 9am) was not acceptable at the time at end of April where the room temperature for sun-facing room to increase to 27 degree at 640 am causing profound discomfort. Had been awoken at such timing due to ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Hangzhou
Jianggan
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.
Hefang Street
Get to know Hefang Street and its many features like its museums and monuments. You might want to explore sights like Qinghefang Old Street and Hu Xueyan Former Residence, and you can jump on the metro at Jiangcheng Road Station or Wushan Square Station to get around the city.
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.
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.
Shangcheng
Consider a visit to West Lake 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.
Xihu
You might take some time to check out the lake views in Xihu. Spend some time visiting top spots like West Lake, and catch the metro at Huanglong Sports Center Station or Huanglong Cave Station to see more of the area.
