Hangzhou International Airport 37 min
Hangzhou Botanical Garden (21 min) Botanical garden attraction split into pleasure & research areas with many landscaped zones. Leifeng Pagoda (13 min) Originally built in the 975 A.D., this 5-story pagoda, which collapsed in 1924 was rebuilt in 2002. 西湖十景 (17 min) Artificial island only reachable by boat, known for ornate Huxin Pavilion and views of West Lake. Three Pools Mirroring the Moon (35 min) Three 2m-high stone Qing Dynasty pagodas erected in 1699 in south West Lake & often lit at night. Wulin Square (9 min) Transport hub & public plaza with a musical fountain show, plus nearby shopping malls. West Lake (32 min) Ringed by mountains & woods, this scenic, iconic lake features numerous temples, pagodas & gardens. Feilaifeng Grottoes (33 min) Temple, lake, and buddhism Lingyin Temple (33 min) City's oldest Buddhist temple, dating from 328 CE & rebuilt after being damaged by fires & warfare. Jingci Temple (14 min) Centuries-old, hillside monastery with a gold statue & views over the Leifeng Pagoda complex. Former Residence of Hu Xueyan (9 min) Former home of famed merchant Hu Xueyan, built in 1872 and showcasing high Qing Dynasty style. China National Tea Museum (23 min) Museum dedicated to the history & culture of tea in China, with exhibits, ceremonies & tastings. Xixi National Wetland Park (39 min) Wetland park with numerous ponds & lakes, plus a botanical garden, restaurants, events & festivals. Su Causeway (24 min) Celebrated lake causeway featuring a paved walking path lined with willow trees & stunning views. Liuhe Pagoda (18 min) 7-story 5th-century pagoda, with views of the Qiantang River Bridge from the top. Yue Fei Temple (16 min) Ornate, historic temple built in honor of a dynasty general, with statues & tranquil gardens. |