*Hangzhou's Beauty, All in One Place*

Here's a detailed guide to Hangzhou tourism in 2025, combining the latest events and classic attractions, covering natural scenery and cultural experiences, to help you plan a fulfilling trip: --- 1. Recommended Classic Attractions and Itinerary Planning West Lake and surrounding areas 1. Ten Scenes of West Lake - Suggested route: Beishan Street (cycling or walking) > Broken Bridge > Bai Causeway > Quyuan Wind Lotus > Su Causeway Spring Dawn > Three Pools Mirroring the Moon (boat trip) > Flower Harbor Viewing Fish > Leifeng Pagoda > Nanshan Road night view > Musical Fountain (7pm/8pm shows). - Highlights: Enjoy peach blossoms and willows in spring, lotuses in summer, sweet-scented osmanthus in autumn, and plum blossoms in winter. Suitable for all seasons. It is recommended to visit in the early morning or evening to avoid crowds. Cycling around the lake offers more freedom. 2. Lingyin Temple and Feilai Peak - Tickets: Purchase Feilai Peak Scenic Area tickets (RMB 45) first, then Lingyin Temple Incense tickets (RMB 30). - Activities: Visit the place where Jigong became a monk, admire the stone carvings from the Song Dynasty, and visit Faxi Temple (famous for its amulets) or the God of Wealth Temple nearby. Xixi Wetland - Features: Take a traditional Chinese boat through the wetland, where over 20,000 plum trees dot the water town (best during the Plum Blossom Festival from February to March). Recommended route: Zhoujia Village > Meizhu Villa > Xixi Plum Villa, combining ancient architecture and natural scenery. Thousand Island Lake Day Trip - Itinerary: Approximately a 2-hour drive from downtown Hangzhou. Take a boat tour of the "Most Beautiful Lake in the World," climb Meifeng Island for a panoramic view of the islands, and savor fresh seafood. The central lake area is recommended for a relaxing tour. --- 2. Special Events and Plum Blossom Viewing Routes in 2025 1. Plum Blossom Viewing Routes (February-March) - Lingfeng Plum Blossom Exploration: The best of Hangzhou's three major plum blossom viewing spots. Over 200 ancient plum trees blend with the Zen atmosphere of Lingfeng Temple. Best viewed in the morning mist. - Chaoshan Ten Mile Fragrance Snow: Famous for its Tang and Song Dynasty plum trees. Ideal for taking classical-style photos, complemented by plum blossom-themed walking paths. - Xiang Lake Secret Realm: Over 2,000 plum trees are distributed along the 7 km lakeside route. Cycle across the dikes and admire the Palace Pink Plum blossoms at Hehua Village. 2. Yuhang District Cultural Tourism Discounts (until March 31) - Free admission: Free first entry to Liangzhu Ancient City Ruins Park, Jingshan Flower Sea, and other attractions. - Consumption subsidies: Claim up to RMB 500 in accommodation subsidies with your arrival air/high-speed rail ticket (Alipay "Changyou Yuhang" mini-program). --- 3. Cultural Experiences and In-depth Tours 1. Liangzhu Ancient City Ruins - Activities: Explore the 5,000-year-old civilization, combined with sika deer viewing and checking in at the Version Museum's celadon architecture. 2. Songcheng Eternal Love - Highlights: Immersive Song Dynasty-themed performances, nighttime light shows, and interactive experiences in the market streets. 3. Intangible Cultural Heritage and Folk Customs - Yuquan Fish Viewing: A traditional activity by West Lake, listed as an intangible cultural heritage item along with Lingfeng Plum Blossom Exploration. --- 4. Food Recommendations 1. Must-try Snacks - Cong Bao Gui: Authentic local flavor found in old alleys (recommended: Damal Lane, Pishi Lane). - Pian Er Chuan: A signature noodle dish at Zhiweiguan and Fuxing Noodle King, known for its wok hei flavor. 2. Hangzhou Cuisine Restaurants - Green Tea (Longjing Road Branch): Local cuisine in a tea garden setting. Recommended dishes: Green Tea Roasted Meat, Dongpo Pork. - Longtang Li: Retro decor. Must-try dishes: Sugar-fried Rice Cakes, Braised Chicken Feet. --- 5. Accommodation and Transportation Recommendations 1. Accommodation Areas - Around West Lake: Convenient for sightseeing. Recommended areas: Hubin/Nanshan Road. Business hotels approximately RMB 200-500/night, hostels under RMB 100. - Xixi Wetland: Suitable for those who prefer tranquility. High-end hotels such as Banyan Tree are available. 2. Transportation Tips - High-speed rail/airplane: Prioritize Hangzhou Station or East Station, which are closer to the city center. - City transportation: The subway covers major attractions. Cycling (shared bikes are readily available) or walking is recommended around West Lake to avoid traffic jams. --- 6. Important Notes 1. Weather and gear: Pack rain gear for the rainy spring season; warm clothing is necessary in winter. 2. Scenic spot reservations: Advance reservations are required for popular attractions such as Lingyin Temple and Liangzhu Ancient City. 3. Things to avoid: West Lake boat tours are suspended during strong winds; Lingyin Temple requires two separate ticket purchases; avoid carrying luggage while touring West Lake (the stone paths are difficult to navigate). --- 7-Day Itinerary Reference - Day 1-2: West Lake loop + Lingyin Temple - Day 3: Xixi Wetland + Songcheng Eternal Love night show - Day 4: Liangzhu Ancient City + Version Museum - Day 5: Thousand Island Lake day trip - Day 6-7: Wuzhen/Nanxun surrounding areas tour