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Qiandao Lake (Thousand Island Lake) Tourism Area
5A Tourism Area
Designated 2010

Qiandao Lake (Thousand Island Lake) Tourism Area

杭州市千岛湖风景区

Zhejiang, Hangzhou4.4Designated 2010·29.6053°N, 119.0058°E
Ticket Price
Peak CNY 130+ CNY 65 boat ticket /Off-peak CNY 120+ CNY 65 boat ticket
Duration
3 to 5 hours
Rating
4.4 / 5.0
Designated
2010

About Qiandao Lake (Thousand Island Lake) Tourism Area

A serene lake scenic area in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, with crystal-clear waters and picturesque lakeside scenery.

Highlights

A vast reservoir with 1,000+ islands; Meifeng Island panorama; Yule (fishing-fun) Island water sports; Moonlight Island; the Tianyu Hill sunset viewpoint.

Suggested Route

One-day central-lake cruise: pier → Meifeng → Yule → Moonlight → Longshan islands (boat-linked, about a full day); add the southeast lake or Tianyu Hill for two days.

Food & Lodging

Must-try organic fish-head soup at Qiandaohu town restaurants; local snacks on Qilong Lane; stay at lakeside resorts (InterContinental, Club Med) or town hotels.

Facilities

Cruise boats, parking, restrooms, cable cars on some islands, luggage storage, hotels and dining; islands are reached only by boat.
Travel Tips

Check official website for current information. Respect local customs and regulations. Best visited during mild weather seasons.

Location

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Opening Hours

Peak season: 8:00-18:00; Off-season: 8:30-17:00. Boat tours operate during daylight hours.

Getting There

No metro; ~30 km from Qiandaohu Station (HSR); ~130 km from Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport.

Reservation

Advance online reservation recommended via official platform.

Ticket Price

Peak CNY 130+ CNY 65 boat ticket /Off-peak CNY 120+ CNY 65 boat ticket

Address

Zhejiang Province Hangzhou City Chunan County Qiandaohu Town

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