One-Day West Lake Tour Guide | Easily Explore West Lake

| Easily Explore West Lake. 🌿Peak flowering season: Mid-March to late April When northern China is still experiencing late spring chills, West Lake has already donned its misty veil. Tender buds sprout on the willows along Su Causeway, dancing with the tulips in Prince Bay Park and the late-blooming plum blossoms in Solitary Hill Plum Garden. Drifting through the reeds of Maojiabu in a hand-rowed boat, while the boatwoman sings Yue Opera melodies and the bow pushes aside jade-like ripples, is the perfect way to experience spring in Jiangnan. 1️⃣ Half-Day Itinerary This itinerary is also suitable for seniors and children, with boat rides and sightseeing buses making it easy to visit the attractions (approximately 3–4 hours). Route: Longxiang Bridge Station → Musical Fountain → First Park Pier → Three Pools Mirroring the Moon → Flower Harbor Park → Leifeng Pagoda → Su Causeway → Quyuanfenghe Park → Xiling Bridge → Bai Causeway → Broken Bridge → Wulin Night Market - ✅Musical Fountain Exit from Exit C of Longxiang Bridge subway station, walk 150 meters to the West Lake shore, and you'll arrive at the Musical Fountain. Walk left for about 5 minutes to the First Park Pier to board a boat! ✅Three Pools Mirroring the Moon Purchase boat tickets at First Park Pier, which include access to the island. After exploring the island, take a boat to Flower Harbor Pier (no need to buy another ticket, just confirm the boat's destination). ✅Leifeng Pagoda From Flower Harbor Pier, it's about a 5-minute walk to Leifeng Pagoda. You'll need to buy a ticket to ascend the pagoda. If you don't want to go up, you can visit the nearby Jingci Temple and enjoy a bird's-eye view of Leifeng Pagoda from above👍🏻. ✅Quyuanfenghe Park Take a sightseeing bus from Leifeng Pagoda along Su Causeway to Quyuanfenghe Park. Bus ticket prices 💰 vary depending on the type of vehicle. - Xiling Bridge → Bai Causeway → Broken Bridge From Quyuanfenghe Park, walk or take a bus to Xiling Bridge to see the most beautiful corner of West Lake, then walk along Bai Causeway to Broken Bridge. During crowded holidays, you can choose to walk along Beishan Street for about 30 minutes to reach Broken Bridge. ✅Wulin Night Market After visiting Broken Bridge, walk or take a bus to Wulin Night Market and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Hangzhou. This concludes the half-day tour❤️! - 2️⃣ One-Day Itinerary If you have a full day, try this more comprehensive itinerary, which includes more attractions (approximately 6–7 hours). Route: Longxiang Bridge Station → Musical Fountain → First Park Pier → Three Pools Mirroring the Moon → Flower Harbor Park → Leifeng Pagoda → Prince Bay Park → Yuhu Bay → Turtle Pond → Maojiabu → Guo Zhuang Garden → Quyuanfenghe Park → Xiling Bridge → Beishan Street → Broken Bridge → Hubin Pedestrian Street - New addition: West Section of Yanggong Causeway This route adds several attractions along the west section of Yanggong Causeway, including Prince Bay Park, Yuhu Bay, and Turtle Pond, offering a more tranquil scenery. Yanggong Causeway is perfect for strolling, cycling, or taking a bus. Adjust your plan based on your physical condition. - Hubin Pedestrian Street This is the most bustling area of Hangzhou, with a wide variety of food, shopping, and entertainment options. After a full day of sightseeing, you can stroll through the IN77 shopping mall and watch the Musical Fountain show to complete your day🥰! - 🌟 Helpful Tips Boat tickets: When purchasing boat tickets at First Park Pier, remember to confirm the route to avoid taking the wrong boat. Sightseeing bus: Sightseeing buses are economical and practical. Wooden buses offer a more retro vibe. Choose according to your preference. Avoid peak hours: It's recommended to start around 8:00 am to avoid crowds and enjoy a more comfortable visit. Whether it's a half-day or a full-day tour, these two itineraries allow you to fully enjoy 🌸 West Lake within a limited time.