Explore West Lake Scenic Area

Summer Fun at West Lake: Lotus Viewing & Night Tour Guide｜Trip.com's Top Picks Where to go this summer? Hangzhou's West Lake dazzles with its "endless lotus leaves touching the sky" scenery! This 2024 guide covers boat tours, Instagram spots, and night activities to experience West Lake like a pro! 🌿 Must-Visit Attractions - Quyuan Garden (Free): Best lotus blooms July-August, ideal photography 6-8AM. Book Hanfu photoshoots on Trip.com. - Three Pools Mirroring the Moon (Boat ticket ¥55 includes island access): Save ¥20 with Trip.com's combo ticket (boat + Leifeng Pagoda). Sunset cruises avoid midday heat. - Su Causeway Night Walk (Free): Lakeside lights illuminate after 7:30PM for a nighttime version of "Spring Dawn at Su Causeway." 🚣 Beat-the-Heat Activities - Rowing Boat Hidden Route (¥150/hour): Book Trip.com's "Guozhuang-Maojiabu" route through water lilies. - Children's Palace "Sunset Ferris Wheel" (¥4/ride): Most romantic bargain by the lake—shorter queues after 5PM. 🍜 Foodie Bonus Lakeside Tea at West Lake Tiandi (¥80/person): Sip Longjing tea with Leifeng Pagoda sunset views. Reserve 3 days ahead on Trip.com to skip lines. 💡 Trip.com Exclusive "West Lake State Guesthouse Afternoon Tea + Rowing Boat" summer package ¥298! DM us for VIP seating tips at the Musical Fountain. [Tips] Visit 7-10AM or 4-7PM during heatwaves. Shared bikes are scarce—rent e-bikes via Trip.com (¥49/day). Check real-time lotus updates by searching "West Lake Summer" in Trip.com's travel community!