Hangzhou International Airport 26 min
West Lake (46 min) Ringed by mountains & woods, this scenic, iconic lake features numerous temples, pagodas & gardens. Jingci Temple (18 min) Centuries-old, hillside monastery with a gold statue & views over the Leifeng Pagoda complex. Leifeng Pagoda (18 min) Originally built in the 975 A.D., this 5-story pagoda, which collapsed in 1924 was rebuilt in 2002. Su Causeway (29 min) Celebrated lake causeway featuring a paved walking path lined with willow trees & stunning views. 西湖十景 (30 min) Artificial island only reachable by boat, known for ornate Huxin Pavilion and views of West Lake. Three Pools Mirroring the Moon (45 min) Three 2m-high stone Qing Dynasty pagodas erected in 1699 in south West Lake & often lit at night. Feilaifeng Grottoes (37 min) Temple, lake, and buddhism Liuhe Pagoda (19 min) 7-story 5th-century pagoda, with views of the Qiantang River Bridge from the top. Hangzhou Botanical Garden (31 min) Botanical garden attraction split into pleasure & research areas with many landscaped zones. China National Tea Museum (27 min) Museum dedicated to the history & culture of tea in China, with exhibits, ceremonies & tastings. Lingyin Temple (38 min) City's oldest Buddhist temple, dating from 328 CE & rebuilt after being damaged by fires & warfare. Wulin Square (21 min) Transport hub & public plaza with a musical fountain show, plus nearby shopping malls. Xixi National Wetland Park (45 min) Wetland park with numerous ponds & lakes, plus a botanical garden, restaurants, events & festivals. Yue Fei Temple (29 min) Ornate, historic temple built in honor of a dynasty general, with statues & tranquil gardens. Former Residence of Hu Xueyan (12 min) Former home of famed merchant Hu Xueyan, built in 1872 and showcasing high Qing Dynasty style. |