Xiacheng Travel Guide
Hangzhou
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.
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 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.
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.
Wulin Square
You can find out about the history of Hangzhou with a stop at Wulin Square. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in the area.
Top hotels in Xiacheng
Midtown Shangri-La, Hangzhou
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025
Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou At Hangzhou Centre
Reviewed on 4 May 2025
Radisson Blu Hangzhou Xintiandi
Hangzhou Tower Hotel
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2018
Hangzhou Wulin GDA Hotel, Vignette Collection by IHG
Grand Hyatt Hangzhou
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Xiacheng
Downtown Hangzhou
While you're in Downtown Hangzhou, take in top sights like Hangzhou Stadium or Hangzhou China Silk Town, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at North Jianguo Road Station or Baoshan Bridge Station.
Gongshu
Noted for its lake views and bars, there's plenty to explore in Gongshu. Top attractions like Jinghang Grand Canal Hangzhou and Westlake Culture Plaza are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Wujiajiao Port Station or Gaotingba Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
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.
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.
- Hangzhou Tower Shopping Mall
- Hangzhou China Silk Town
- Westlake Culture Plaza
- Zhejiang Museum of Natural History
- Lingyin Temple
- Xixi Wetland Park
- Alibaba Xixi Park
- Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center
- Broken Bridge
- Hangzhou Botanical Garden
- Zhejiang University Huajiachi Campus
- Quiantang River Bridge
- Hangzhou Zoo