West Lake - 西湖
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West Lake

西湖

UNESCO World Heritage site featuring beautiful lake scenery, traditional gardens, and historic temples.

Location

Hangzhou

Visit Duration

4-6 hours

Ticket Price

Free

Category

natural

Highlights

UNESCO World Heritage Site

Ten traditional scenic spots

Beautiful lakeside pagodas

Traditional boat rides

Historic temples and gardens

Opening Hours

Monday24 hours
Tuesday24 hours
Wednesday24 hours
Thursday24 hours
Friday24 hours
Saturday24 hours
Sunday24 hours

How to Get There

Metro Line 1 to Longxiangqiao Station

Multiple bus routes around the lake

Bike rental stations around the lake

Walking paths throughout the area

Visitor Tips

Rent a bike to explore the entire lake

Take a traditional boat ride

Visit at different times for varied experiences

Try local Longjing tea nearby

Free and accessible year-round

Seasonal Information

Beautiful in all four seasons

Spring: blooming flowers and mild weather

Summer: lotus flowers in bloom

Autumn: colorful foliage

Winter: snow-covered landscape

Ticket Information

Free Entry
Free Admission

Nearby Attractions

Lingyin Temple

Leifeng Pagoda

Six Harmonies Pagoda

China National Tea Museum

Gallery

West Lake gallery image 1
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Location

City:Hangzhou
Latitude:30.2491
Longitude:120.1511