Xihu
Hangzhou
Popular places to visit
West Lake
Shimmering waters, misty mountains and large pagodas characterize this area of outstanding natural beauty that has inspired many poets and artists.
Lingyin Temple
This ancient temple is one of the largest and most extravagant temples in China, with soaring ceilings and hundreds of statues.
Broken Bridge
Visit this serene spot to photograph the reflection of Hangzhou’s most famous bridge and walk to an island with museums, nature trails and restaurants.
Hangzhou Botanical Garden
Stroll through this inner-city green space, which is covered with native plants, such as plum trees, and has decorative pavilions, kiosks and a lake.
Three Pools Mirroring the Moon
Explore the great outdoors at Three Pools Mirroring the Moon, a lovely green space in Hangzhou. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Xixi National Wetland Park
Explore the great outdoors at Xixi National Wetland Park, a lovely green space in Hangzhou. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Things to do
Authentic Hangzhou Longjing Tea Culture Experience Tour
Hangzhou Impressoin West Lake- Enduring Memory of Hangzhou Show Tour
Best Price: Impression West Lake Show Ticket
Zuiyi Hangzhou Impression West Lake Show Ticket
Skip the Line: Impression West Lake Show Ticket
Xihu Hotel Deals
Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake
Excellent service
Reviewed on Nov 22, 2025
Sheraton Grand Hangzhou Wetland Park Resort
Shangri-La Hangzhou
Nostalgia S Hotel(Hangzhou West Lake & Lingyin Temple）
地段 ，服务，房间等都非常好。 很满意，价格也很好，会再住。
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026
The Silk Lakehouse, Shangri-La Hangzhou
Zhejiang Narada Grand Hotel
Excellent place to hold our luggage while we go last minute shop
Reviewed on Nov 19, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Xihu
Hefang Street
Get to know Hefang Street and its many features like its museums and monuments. You might want to explore sights like Qinghefang Old Street and Hu Xueyan Former Residence, and you can jump on the metro at Jiangcheng Road Station or Wushan Square Station to get around the city.
Shangcheng
Travelers choose Shangcheng for its lake views. Hop aboard the metro at Houchaomen Station or Nanxingqiao Station and check out top sights like Qinghefang Old Street.
Downtown Hangzhou
If you're spending time in Downtown Hangzhou, check out sights like Hangzhou Stadium or Hangzhou China Silk Town and hop on the metro to see more the city at North Jianguo Road Station or Baoshan Bridge Station.
Qianjiang New Town
While you're in Qianjiang New Town, take in top sights like Hangzhou Grand Theatre or MIXC Mall, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Citizen Center Metro Station or Chengxing Road Station.
Jianggan
Get to know Jianggan and its many features like its museums and lake views. You might want to explore sights like MIXC Mall and Hangzhou Grand Theatre, and you can jump on the metro at Qianjiang Road Station or Xinye Road Station to get around the city.
Xiacheng
Xiacheng is a destination travelers like for its lake views, and you might hop aboard the metro at Dongxinyuan Station or Hangyang Station to explore sights like Westlake Culture Plaza.
