[2025 Chun'an Attraction] Travel Guide for Qiandaohu Xiushui Square (Updated Oct)

What a nice place to hangout #happynewyear

👋🏻 October in Chun’an, Hangzhou’s Qiandao Lake is so beautiful it leaves you speechless😭 The lake water is as clear and green as jade💧 The distant mountains and colorful forests look like a spilled palette🎨 No painting could capture this! On the evening of October 23, it was absolutely explosive💥—Xiushui Square was lit up by a laser show🌌 Paired with heavenly BGM🎶 it kicked off the “Cultural Synergy, Beautiful Life” mode🎉 📌 Highlights: 🌟 Global artists landed for creative work🖌️ 🎭 Intense intangible cultural heritage handmade experiences👩🎨 🛖 Market by the lake 📸 Every snap feels like a blockbuster shot📷 🛍️ Adorable cultural and creative merchandise that makes you stomp your feet🐾 After wandering around, I was full of exclamation marks❗️ Who knew culture could be played with like this amid mountains and waters🤩

🏞️Overview 📍Location: Chun'an County, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province 🕒Recommended Seasons: March-May: Spring wildflowers covering the hills June-August: Best time for summer water activities September-November: Stunning autumn colors like a painting 🚗Transportation Guide: 1️⃣High-speed train: Hangzhou East → Qiandao Lake Station 1h (ticket 70 RMB), taxi 30 minutes to downtown (about 35 RMB) 2️⃣Self-driving: 2h from Hangzhou (navigate to Qiandao Lake Distribution Center) 3️⃣On-island transport: Shared bikes 🚴 + lake-circling shuttle boats ⛴️ at your convenience 2. 📅Itinerary 【Day 1】Climb High and Tour the Islands ☀️08:30 Arrive at hotel and check-in 🌟Recommended accommodation: Qiandao Lake Greentown Bluetree Resort Hotel 📍Address: No. 8 Menggu Road, Central Lake Area, Qiandao Lake Town ☀️09:30 Central Lake Area Pier Boat Tour ⏰Operating hours: 8:00-15:30 (one trip per hour) 💰Ticket: 180 RMB/person (includes Meifeng Island, Monkey Island, Peacock Island) ✨10:00 Meifeng Island Cable Car (a must-visit!) 📸Best photo spot on the mountain: West Viewing Platform 💡Tip: Walking up the mountain takes 25 minutes and offers more freedom 🍽️12:00 Lunch recommendation with big fish head: Wulong Island Fisherman’s Village Restaurant 📍Address: No. 18 Wulongshan Road, Qiandao Lake Town ⏰Hours: 10:30-21:00 Signature dish: Qiandao Lake Organic Fish Head Soup (198 RMB/serving) 🌅16:30 Bike ride along the lakeside greenway Route: Qiandao Lake Square → Central Lake Area Pier, 15 km Best cycling time: 17:00-18:30 to watch the sunset 【Day 2】Ancient City Exploration 🏯09:30 Must-visit! Wenyuan Lion City 📍Address: No. 1 Shicheng Road, Jiangjia Town ⏰Open: 8:30-17:30 🎫Ticket: 100 RMB ✨Feature: 1:1 underwater ancient city replica, super impressive! 🍃14:00 Unlock the 700-year-old ancient village Qinchuan Ancient Village free admission Must experience: Tea at the riverside teahouse 🍵 【Day 3】Dynamic Mountain and Water Tour 🌊09:30 Xianren Valley Rafting Summer exclusive! (Open May-October) 🎫Ticket: 160 RMB/person Remember to bring a waterproof phone bag 📱 3. 🍽️Foodie Must-Try 1️⃣Yu A Po Restaurant Signature: Supreme Big Fish Head 368 RMB/serving 2️⃣Lao Tie Private Kitchen Must order: Fragrant roasted Qiandao Lake fish (88 RMB/fish) 3️⃣Fang Da Mao Snacks Rice soup 12 RMB/bowl, absolutely delicious 4. 💰Budget Reference Budget: from 1,300 RMB/person Mid-range luxury: from 2,900 RMB/person 5. 📌Useful Tips 1️⃣Bring change of clothes for rafting 2️⃣Selfie sticks are not allowed on Meifeng Island 3️⃣When buying specialties, look for the "Qiandao Lake" trademark Come and check in at this fairyland island! 😍

🌅Of Qiandao Lake's 1,078 islands, the voco Qiandao Lake Sunshine Hotel occupies a single island, a secluded paradise nestled amidst the stunning scenery. It was a delightful discovery during my trip to Qiandao Lake. 📍 Location and Ambience: The hotel is located in the heart of Qiandao Lake's scenic area, surrounded by emerald waters and rolling hills, offering a prime view of the lake. The hotel boasts a wealth of amenities and is close to Qiandao Lake Town, bustling shopping districts like Xiushui Square and Yintai City, as well as the Qilong Lane historical district. Nearby attractions are generally within a half-hour drive, making travel convenient. 🛏️ Rooms and Facilities: The hotel offers 251 guest rooms and suites, starting at 32 square meters. From lofts to family rooms, all feature views. Floor-to-ceiling windows bring the rolling hills and shimmering lake views into the rooms. The interiors feature voco's signature blue and yellow color scheme, creating a simple and bright atmosphere. The rooms are decorated with adorable brand mascots and feature abstract artwork on the walls, creating a truly relaxing vacation atmosphere! For families traveling with children, the hotel thoughtfully provides children's toiletries, slippers, and bathrobes. 🍽️ Dining: Xiaguang All-Day Restaurant offers breakfast and dinner buffets, as well as a la carte lunch and dinner. The Qiandao Lake Fish Head is a must-try, boasting tender fish and a rich broth. The restaurant's terrace overlooks the lake, making it a truly relaxing experience while gazing at the scenery. The lobby bar's outdoor terrace is also fantastic, offering a 270-degree panoramic view of the lake. Relax with a drink and unwind, a truly relaxing experience. 🏊‍♀️ Recreational Facilities: Fitness enthusiasts can work up a sweat in the gym; the card room is perfect for a fun game with friends. Families with children will love the Star Baby KIKI DINO themed children's playground, which will keep their little ones entertained. The outdoor pool, open in the summer, is a must-see, offering 270-degree views of the lake and a hexagonal pavilion jutting into the water, creating stunning photo opportunities that will make you feel like you're in Santorini. 🚗 Getting There: We recommend taking the high-speed rail to Qiandao Lake Station, then taking high-speed rail bus No. 001 to the Sunshine Hotel Bus Stop. The hotel provides a shuttle bus to the lobby. If driving, the hotel has 137 parking spaces (74 underground and 63 above ground) for convenient parking. The voco Qiandao Lake Sunshine Hotel fulfilled all my vacation fantasies! Perfect for a date, a family getaway, or a family vacation, it's the perfect choice for couples! Don't hesitate, families!

Here is a brief travel guide to Qiandao Lake: 🌈🌈 Scenic Features Qiandao Lake, also known as Xin'anjiang Reservoir, is located in Chun'an County, Hangzhou. The lake has crystal-clear water with 1,078 islands of various sizes. It's a popular vacation destination in Jiangsu and Zhejiang, with rafting spots nearby. 🚶🏻‍♀️🚶🏻‍♂️ Travel Plans One-day self-driving tour: Starting from Chun'an County, passing through Shangjiangbu Observation Deck, Hongshanggu Scenic Area, Xiajiang Village, Fenkou Town, Qinchuan Ancient Village, Jiangjia Town, Wenyuan Lion City, Longchuan Bay, Meifeng Observation Deck, Hongye Bay Scenic Area, and Tianyu Observation Deck, before returning to Chun'an County. You can rest in Fenkou Town. The entire route has speed limits and is perfect for enjoying mountains and waters. Three-day in-depth tour: Day 1: Beer Town - Popular Lighthouse - Beer Museum - Renqing Karting - Riding Dragon Lane. Day 2: Lake Pier - Cruise sightseeing (Meifeng Island, Longshan Island, etc.) - Tianyu Mountain. Day 3: Bike rental - Cycling around the lake - Qiandao Lake Bridge - Kayaking. Cycling tour: Suitable for adventure enthusiasts. The classic route is Qiandao Lake Xiushui Square - Shangjiangbu Bridge - Anyang Township - Fenkou Town - Xiaojinshan Bridge - Qiandao Lake Bridge - Qiandao Lake Xiushui Square, taking about 10 hours. Casual enthusiasts can choose a section to ride, such as the Binjiang Ribbon Greenway or Qiandao Lake Bridge route. 🌈🌈 Recommended Attractions Huangshan Peak: Take a cable car up the mountain for a panoramic view of Qiandao Lake, with over 90 islands forming the Chinese characters for "The world belongs to the public." Longshan Island: Rich in historical culture with "one ancestral hall, one pond, one academy, and three county champions - Hai Rui, Zhu Xi." You can take a sightseeing car around the lake or ride the magic carpet to the bell tower for views. Meifeng Island: Take a cable car for 360-degree views. The mountaintop observation deck offers great vistas, and you can try grass sliding on your way down. Yule Island: Taste Qiandao Lake cuisine, experience water activities and "flying" in the air. Osmanthus Island: Fragrant with osmanthus flowers, featuring monkey performances. During flood season, the observation deck is submerged, earning it the name "Underwater Stone Forest." 💰💰 Ticket Prices Qiandao Lake scenic cruise: Starting from 185 yuan. Longchuan Bay entrance: 100 yuan. Tianyu Mountain observation deck: 50 yuan. Wenyuan Lion City entrance: 60 yuan. Stone Forest scenic area: 100 yuan. Riding Dragon Lane, Beer Town, Popular Lighthouse (partially free), Hongye Bay/Xiaojinshan observation decks, Qinchuan Ancient Village, Auto Park, Shangjiangbu Bridge, Xiajiang Village, Muxingu Valley are free. 🍚🍚 Food Recommendations Don't miss the organic fish head soup from Qiandao Lake. 🚗🚗 Transportation Guide From Hangzhou East Station to Qiandao Lake High-speed Rail Station takes about 1 hour. Upon arrival, you can take a hotel shuttle bus (15 yuan) or rent a car. If driving, you can park at the Central Lake parking lot or Southeast Lake parking lot. Parking costs 6 yuan/hour, with a maximum of 40 yuan (60 yuan during holidays).

The warm spring breeze brings life back to everything, bursting with vitality. The begonias, forsythias, green peaches, cherry blossoms, and azaleas at Qiandao Lake Xiushui Square all make their appearance together, decorating the park with dazzling diversity. The red-leaf photinia and red-flowered loropetalum are not content to be mere supporting characters, telling the story of spring leaves that are redder than the flowers of February. Even the Masson pines want to take center stage, laying a layer of yellow pine pollen over the emerald lake. Along the shores of Qiandao Lake, beauty is presented everywhere. Just in time for the blooming season, the spring breeze carries the fragrance of flowers, accompanying you as you stroll by the lake, with happiness always by your side. 📍Detailed address: Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, Chun'an County, Qiandao Lake Town, Xiushui Square Ticket price: Free

💕I would really be moved by the sunset of Qiandao Lake a thousand times!!! It's so beautiful~ 📷The beauty that the mobile phone can't capture! I was shocked! I kept exclaiming how beautiful it is!! 📍Qiandao Lake Xiushui Square 🎫Free The most beautiful sunset I have ever seen in my life! When you come to Qiandao Lake, you must come here to watch the sunset!! You can take pictures of the stunning sunset without spending money!! 🌄This is the best spot to watch the sunset at Qiandao Lake!

The lake is accompanied by Qiandao, lazy and innocent with the baby. It is too tired to climb the island by boat. Since I have already enjoyed the different beauty of Qiandao Lake on the riding lane and the high altitude, we come to the town center Xiushui Square and Hubin Park. Look at the lives of locals. The square is large in size and flat in terrain, which is more suitable for carts and families with babies. The modern and beautiful Xiushui Square is a pearl on the shore of Qiandao Lake. A red and beautiful steel structure ribbon makes people shine brightly. It is as graceful as a girl and light in body. There are not many tourists here, there are many uncles who come to the gym, and many young people who come to host the Orienteering Challenge. I am very envious of the local people. No matter what they do, they are in the lakes and mountains in front of them. It is a kind of poetic poetry to raise their hands. The place with water always makes people want to slow down and repeat. So whether it is by the river, by the sea, or by the lake, as long as it is suitable for vacation, it is full of lazy and pleasant atmosphere. The town of Qian'an in Qiandao Lake gave me this feeling. Xiushui Square can be said to be the central square of Qiandao Lake. It can even be said to be the landmark of Qiandao Lake. It is said that there is a very beautiful night view. If you have time, you can take a look. In general, it is a good place to watch the lake and take a walk. The viewing deck has a great view, which makes us not ready to take a boat trip to the lake. I can enjoy the scenery of Qiandao Lake in front of you.

Xiushui Square, Qiandao Lake's leisure fan Xiushui Square is the place where we first came to Qiandao Lake. This time on the way back to the hotel, we deliberately stayed again, ready to have a dinner here and then return. Hotel. The modern and beautiful Xiushui Square is a pearl on the shore of Qiandao Lake. The night falls, facing the gentle breeze. You can walk along the lake or dance a little, then quietly enjoy a cup of coffee and experience the true mountain life. There are not many tourists here, there are many aunts and aunts who come to the gym. I am very envious of the local people. No matter what they do, they are in the lakes and mountains in front of them. It is a kind of poetic poetry to raise their hands. The waterfront of Xiushui Square is close to the lake, which is characterized by the One City, Mountain and Half City Lake. Where there is water, people always want to slow down and take a closer look. So whether it is by the river, by the sea, or by the lake, as long as it is suitable for vacation, it is full of lazy and pleasant atmosphere. The town of Qian'an in Qiandao Lake gave me this feeling. After dinner, I finally saw the night of the last missed Xiushui Square. After the nightfall, Qiandao Lake is like a beautiful and enchanting beautiful woman, graceful and graceful, telling the romantic style bit by bit. Night tour Xiushui Square, I feel that the people of Qiandao Lake should live a very high happiness index, and the aunts who danced in the square dance, everyone's face is a satisfying smile. Hua Deng at the beginning, the lights are dim, slowly stepping with the family, relaxing every tired nerve that has experienced the day. The lights are reflected on the lake, like a fairyland on earth.