Travel Tips

Hangzhou in winter is the city’s secret: plum blossoms, misty lake, hotel rates 40% off, and the museum circuit on rainy days.

Plan a Hangzhou summer trip around lotus at Quyuan Fenghe, the West Lake Music Fountain at night, and the Qiantang tidal bore.

Plan a Hangzhou autumn trip: osmanthus bloom dates at Manjuelong, Jiuxi maple walk, and Mid-Autumn Festival events. Updated for 2026.

A spring trip to Hangzhou: cherry blossom dates at West Lake, pre-Qingming Longjing harvest, and what to see each week. Updated for 2026.

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH) at night — 27 km east of the city center, with several options to get

A traditional Chinese tea ceremony (gongfu cha) in Hangzhou — the porcelain teaware and bamboo tools are all part of

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH) at night — the curved steel structure is unmistakable from the outside. Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport

Jianbing with youtiao — the most famous ¥10 meal in Hangzhou. Hangzhou on a Budget: How to Spend 3 Days

West Lake Vinegar Fish — the signature dish of Hangzhou cuisine. Hangzhou Food: 15 Dishes Every Visitor Should Try (and

A boutique garden hotel near West Lake — the classic Hangzhou accommodation style. Where to Stay in Hangzhou: The 5