Everything you need to know before visiting
Spring cherry blossoms, summer lotus, autumn osmanthus, winter snow. Climate guide for every season.
Airport, high-speed trains, metro, taxis — complete transportation guide.
Dongpo Pork, West Lake Fish, Longjing Shrimp — the essential Hangzhou food guide.
Longjing tea, silk, fans, scissors — what to buy and where.
Southern Song Dynasty (1127–1279), Grand Canal terminus, Marco Polo's City of Heaven.
Spring Festival, Lotus Festival, Tea Culture Festival, Mid-Autumn — annual highlights.
West Lake loop, tea village trails, Qingshan Lake, Moganshan — best hiking near Hangzhou.
Visa, currency, language, SIM cards, VPN — essential practical information.