"Heaven above, Suzhou and Hangzhou below" - Hangzhou, you're too modest

A trip to Hangzhou is a must - take bus 1314, visit Faxi Temple, stroll through Hefang Street, feel the evening breeze at West Lake, and experience the earthly paradise's vibrant life and the beauty of Jiangnan's misty rain. 🔥2 Days 1 Night Hangzhou Deep Dive 🗺️Itinerary: ✅Day 1: 📍West Lake Musical Fountain → Wulin Road → West Lake Scenic Area (Broken Bridge Snow, Solitary Hill Peninsula, Yangong Causeway, Su Causeway Spring Dawn, Fish Viewing at the Flower Harbor, Leifeng Pagoda, Three Pools Mirroring the Moon) → Louwailou (Dinner) → Hefang Street → Southern Song Imperial Street ✅Day 2: 📍Lingyin Temple → Faxi Temple → Longjing Village → China National Tea Museum → Nine Creeks with Misty Trees → Six Harmonies Pagoda → Qianjiang New City Light Show → Wulin Night Market 🚗🚌Transportation Guide: 🚎Take subway, bus, or shared bikes between attractions within the city. In West Lake Scenic Area, use sightseeing buses or walk. 🚗Self-driving visitors can park in designated parking lots, then walk or use scenic area transportation. 📷Photo Spots: ❤️Day 1: ✅West Lake Musical Fountain: Shows at fixed times nightly. Arrive early at Lakeside Walking Street for good spots. ✅Wulin Road: Street full of life, featuring trendy shops, artistic boutiques, and street vendors. ✅West Lake Scenic Area: Broken Bridge Snow: Classic photo spot - wear plain Hanfu and oil-paper umbrella for perfect atmosphere. Solitary Hill Peninsula: Elite photo spots like Xiling Seal Society white walls and Autumn Moon Over Calm Lake. Perfect for qipao and fan photos.🔶 Yangong Causeway: Evening cycling at sunset, capture magical shots racing downhill over arch bridges.📷 Su Causeway Spring Dawn: Stroll along Su Causeway, enjoy West Lake views and spring atmosphere. Fish Viewing at the Flower Harbor: Watch and feed various fish species.🔥 🌸Leifeng Pagoda: Climb for panoramic West Lake views. Three Pools Mirroring the Moon: Take a boat tour to enjoy the beautiful scenery.🌟 Louwailou (Dinner): Taste authentic Hangzhou dishes like Dongpo Pork and Water Shield Soup at this century-old restaurant. Hefang Street: Explore ancient streets, try snacks, buy souvenirs. Southern Song Imperial Street: Experience historical culture, admire ancient architecture. ✅Day 2: ►Lingyin Temple: Ancient temple with precious relics. Buy combined ticket for Flying Peak and Lingyin Temple. ►Faxi Temple: Find the "happiness" character wall, touch it three times for luck in love. Shoot magnolia window from top for amazing photos. ►Longjing Village: Experience tea picking, try fresh-roasted pre-Qingming tea at Meijia Wu tea farmers.📷 ►China National Tea Museum: Learn tea history and culture, taste famous teas. ►Nine Creeks with Misty Trees: Walk along the creeks, enjoy misty scenery. ►Six Harmonies Pagoda: Climb for views of Qiantang River and Hangzhou city. Qianjiang New City Light Show: Watch evening light show, experience modern tech and art fusion.📷 Wulin Night Market: Try Pan's Fried Chicken, Traditional Wandan and other specialties.📷 🥘Food Recommendations: 🔶Louwailou: Dongpo Pork, Water Shield Soup, Beggar's Chicken, authentic Hangzhou cuisine. 🔶Zhiweiguan: Xiaolongbao, Stir-fried Eel Noodles and specialty snacks. 🔶Wulin Night Market: Pan's Fried Chicken, Traditional Wandan, Green Onion Pancake. 🔶Qingchun Pormen: Recommended for Hangzhou cuisine, serene environment, creative dishes. 🔶New White Deer Restaurant: Great value, try Egg Yolk Pumpkin, Grilled Live Bass. 🏨Accommodation Recommendations: 🌟Grand Hyatt Hangzhou: Near West Lake scenic area, rooftop garden with lake views. 🌟Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake: Lakeside garden paradise hidden by West Lake. 🌟Crystal Orange Hotel (West Lake Lakeside Jiefang Road): Various breakfast options, convenient location near West Lake. 🌟Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Hangzhou: Central location, convenient transportation, rich dining and shopping options. 🏷️Tips to Avoid Problems: 📜For West Lake Musical Fountain, arrive 1 hour early for front-row seats. 🚶🏻‍♀️Lingyin Temple ticket includes Flying Peak area, buy together to avoid double purchase. ❗Choose legitimate tea farmers in Longjing Village to avoid overcharging. ►Wulin Night Market is crowded and prices may be high, compare prices and spend wisely. 🚶🏻‍♀️Watch belongings in crowded West Lake area, especially valuables. Book tickets in advance to avoid queues. ►Visit popular spots like Leifeng Pagoda and Six Harmonies Pagoda during off-peak hours.