5A Tourism Area
Designated 2007
West Lake (Xihu) Tourism Area, Hangzhou
杭州市杭州西湖风景区
Zhejiang, Hangzhou★ 4.5Designated 2007·30.1928°N, 120.2767°E
Ticket Price
Free
Duration
3 to 5 hours
Rating
4.5 / 5.0
Designated
2007
About West Lake (Xihu) Tourism Area, Hangzhou
A serene lake scenic area in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, with crystal-clear waters and picturesque lakeside scenery.
Highlights
Free 5A lake with the 'Ten Scenes' (Su Causeway, Leifeng Pagoda, Three Pools Mirroring the Moon); the UNESCO West Lake Cultural Landscape; historic temples, islands and gardens.
Suggested Route
Classic 6–8h loop: Broken Bridge → Bai Causeway → Gu Shan → boat to Three Pools → Flower Harbor → Su Causeway → Leifeng Pagoda → lakeside night; walk, cycle or use the hop-on shuttle.
Food & Lodging
Try West Lake Vinegar Fish, Longjing Shrimp and Louwailou by the lake; budget eats at Zhiweiguan; stay around Hubin or along Beishan Street.
Facilities
Free entry, lakeside parking, ring-lake shuttle (40 yuan per loop), restrooms, accessible boardwalks and boat piers; very crowded on holidays.
Travel Tips
Check official website for current information. Respect local customs and regulations. Best visited during mild weather seasons.
Location
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Hotels, tickets & tours
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Tickets & experiences
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Guided tours
Viator
Tours & activities
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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
Metro Lines 1 to Longxiangqiao / Line 3 to West Lake Cultural Square; ~12 km from Hangzhou East HSR Station; ~30 km from Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport.
Reservation
Free open lake; some attractions require online reservation/timed tickets via official platform.
Ticket Price
Free
Address
Zhejiang Province Hangzhou City Xihu District Longjing Road No. 1
