Recommendation
9.6
Destinations
Hangzhou
A graceful city around West Lake, tea fields, temples, canals, and strong cultural heritage, often paired with Shanghai or Suzhou.
Suggested stay
1-2 days
Region
East China
City overview
Hangzhou, China
A graceful city around West Lake, tea fields, temples, canals, and strong cultural heritage, often paired with Shanghai or Suzhou.
Planning note
High-speed trains from Shanghai are frequent. Stay near West Lake or a metro station for a short visit.
Main attractions
Food to try
- Dongpo pork
- West Lake vinegar fish
- Longjing shrimp
- Pian'erchuan noodles
Best for
West LakeTea cultureShanghai side tripSoft scenery
City photos
Hangzhou
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