[2024 Hangzhou Attraction] Travel Guide for Xiaohe Street Historical Block (Updated Dec)

Hangzhou's romantic atmosphere is hidden here.

Hangzhou Xiaohe Zhijie Historical and Cultural Street Guide I. Basic Information - Location: Xiaohe Zhijie Historical and Cultural Street. - Opening hours: Open all day. - Tickets: Free. - Transportation: Take the high-speed train directly to Hangzhou East, take Metro Line 10 to Beidaqiao Station, Exit D, and walk for about 10 minutes; if driving, you can park at the Xiaohe Park underground parking lot. II. Recommended Attractions 1. Xiaohe Zhijie: Retro, artistic Japanese style, with many hairpin photo studios. Crowded on weekends and holidays, so be careful. 2. Gongchen Bridge: Experience the history and culture of the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal, with exquisite coffee shops and Taoist temples nearby. Along the way, there are pottery, bamboo weaving, tie-dye, and other activities, suitable for children. 3. Xiaohe Park: Formerly an oil depot, there are activity markets on weekends, and you can camp and walk your dog. The three silver oil barrels are a new landmark. III. Recommended Food 1. Tengfei Xiaoguan: An old Hangzhou restaurant with a great atmosphere. Recommended dishes include California roast chicken, secret beef ribs, and seasonal vegetables in broth. Average price: CNY 89. Opening hours: 11:00–14:00, 16:30–21:30. 2. Zhongfan and Wanfan: A Taiwanese restaurant run by a Taiwanese owner, serving authentic Taiwanese food. Beef noodles and braised pork rice are the signature dishes. Average price: CNY 50. Opening hours: 10:30–14:00, 16:30–20:30. 3. Huashi Jiusi: A popular barbecue restaurant with great value for money. Chinese teahouse style, suitable for wearing Hanfu. Average price: CNY 100. Opening hours: 11:30–14:00, 16:30. 4. Caibao & Hongbao Coffee: A coffee shop with golden retrievers, a projector for movies, and delicious coffee and desserts. Average price: CNY 35. Opening hours: 12:00–18:00. IV. Recommended Popular Shops 1. Houyuan Youhai: Unique decoration and furnishings. 2. Hanyan Grocery Store: Full of cute little things. 3. Qi Cafe & Bar: A large "Fu" character at the entrance. Buy a cup of coffee and DIY a "Fu" character.

Take a break and relax at Xiaohe Straight Street

Admission: Free access Subway route: Take subway line 1, get off at Fengqi Road Station, exit from C2, and walk for about 10 minutes to reach. Bus route: Take bus No. 8, 38, 62, 102, etc., and get off at Xiaohe Straight Street Station. Recommended sightseeing route: Walk north along Meihu Villa North Road, pass Da Guan Bridge, and when you see the two-story buildings with white walls, black tiles, wooden doors, and windows, you have arrived at Xiaohe Straight Street. The street is not long, about 1 kilometer, but it is full of local life flavor, which is exactly the charm of Xiaohe Straight Street. The residents of Xiaohe Straight Street, whose ancestors were mostly engaged in canal shipping-related industries such as carrying and shipbuilding. The houses and shops along the street also served the living needs of the shipping industry workers at that time, such as pickle shops, barber shops, and grocery stores. 1 Recommended visiting time: Half a day 2 Wear comfortable shoes, stroll along Xiaohe Straight Street, and experience the unique charm of Hangzhou's local life. Browse the bustling market, purchase various characteristic small commodities, such as traditional crafts, tea, Hangzhou specialty souvenirs, etc. 3 Purchase some Hangzhou characteristic cultural and creative products in the Cultural and Creative Park as souvenirs or gifts for relatives and friends. 4 Ancient buildings, stone-paved alleys, and the Cultural and Creative Park are all excellent backgrounds for photography. Capture the beautiful moments and leave unforgettable memories. 5 Xiaohe Straight Street is even more charming at night. When the lights are on, the restaurants and teahouses along the street are extraordinarily lively. At this time, tasting delicious food and enjoying the night view in a corner of Xiaohe Straight Street is a different kind of enjoyment.

You must visit Xiaohe Straight Street when you come to Hangzhou

Xiaohe Straight Street, it is a niche attraction, although not as famous as West Lake, but its history is very long. Bluestone slabs are paved, and the alleys are deep, which is a very typical ancient street in the southern water town. Here, the charm of old Hangzhou is full, and there are many artistic shops hidden on both sides of the alley. Attraction: Xiaohe Straight Street Historical and Cultural Block Attraction location: Xiaohe Straight Street, Gongshu District, Hangzhou Transportation guide: Subway: Exit A of Beida Bridge on Line 10 or self-driving

Tired of West Lake? Let's take a walk on Xiaohe Straight Street

I've been to West Lake, Xixi, Qinghefang Street, and the Southern Song Imperial Street three, four, five, six, seven, eight times. I opened the map 🗺 and chose this time's destination at Xiaohe Straight Street 💐 next to the Grand Canal. · 🚇 Transportation Take the 5⃣ line to the Grand Canal Station, exit D and walk 1.8km 📝 You can pass Gongchen Bridge 🌉, the historical district of the Grand Canal (super lively at night, Hangzhou's characteristic market style ✅), and many national museums 🏛: China Knife, Scissors and Sword Museum, China Fan Museum, China Umbrella Museum, Hangzhou Arts and Crafts Museum, etc. (closed around five o'clock, closed on Mondays ‼️) · Take the 3⃣ line to Xiangji Temple Station, exit A and walk 1.8km 📝 You can pass through Dadou Road historical district 🏮, you can also walk along the Grand Canal in advance to feel the canal scenery! · 🛤 Route planning 📝 You can visit all at once (it is not recommended to go back, the scenery is the same) · 📝 Sharing the street view of Xiaohe Straight Street, there are super popular cat cafes 🐱, coffee shops ☕️, Japanese restaurants 🍱, there are many characteristic small statues on the road by the canal, overall, there are not many places to go, but for those who like to walk, feel the old district, it is also a good choice ✅. If you're tired of West Lake, go and see Xiaohe Straight Street, more beautiful corners, waiting for everyone to explore themselves

No need to go to Xunpu! Hangzhou also has Zanhuawei and Mami skirts, and the women of the Southern Song Dynasty are full of spring in the city!

📍Tourist address: Hangzhou Xiaohe Straight Street Historical and Cultural Block 👍Special recommendation: Zanhuawei, Mami skirt rental photo 💰Rental price: a set of clothes + Zanhuawei 258 yuan/2 hours 🚊Transportation: Take the subway to Xiangji Temple Station and walk 2 kilometers, or take a taxi directly, do not drive by yourself, it is not convenient to park nearby 📸Photographer: Wang Bin (Hangzhou appointment) 🎥My shooting experience: Today, I took everyone to the famous Xiaohe Straight Street historical block in Hangzhou, where there are crowds and beauties. A large number of young women are dressed in Hanfu ancient costumes, wearing Zanhuawei, taking pictures on ancient bridges, ancient streets, and in front of ancient houses. Obviously, Zanhuawei has been popular from Xunpu, Fujian to Hangzhou. If you haven't taken a Zanhuawei yet, you're out! "Blooming", "Bright and moving", "Smiling like a flower" and other words have always been used to describe the outstanding appearance of women. Zanhuawei, at first, was only very popular in Xunpu ancient village in Fujian. At the beginning of 2023, Zhao Liying's Zanhuawei style became popular, and this popularity also ignited the Xunpu women's culture. Zhao Liying's Zanhuawei style is a very successful set of styles last year, which has ignited the development of cultural tourism and intangible cultural heritage. Now, Zanhuawei has become popular in Hangzhou. In the Xiaohe Straight Street historical block in Hangzhou, many businesses provide Hanfu rental services and Zanhuawei wearing rental services. Little sisters who come to Hangzhou for tourism must come here to play, it is very characteristic. Taking a set of beautiful Zanhuawei photos is the most memorable youth. If you need to shoot, you can call me. The Xiaohe Straight Street historical block has many small shops, snacks, fun, rental costumes and flower hairpins, cafes, noodle shops, etc., it is worth a visit, even if you don't take pictures here, you can also stroll leisurely for an afternoon, various small shops are dazzling, full of atmosphere.

Romantic Hangzhou: The charming city of paradise on earth!

Come to Hangzhou, you must visit the ancient streets of Hangzhou Compared to the commercial atmosphere of Street Local people in Hangzhou prefer to walk on Jingxiahe Straight Street Located next to the Grand Canal Bluestone road, characteristic Jiangnan water town architecture, white walls and black tiles The alley is deep and built by the water The coming and going is full of the strong flavor of old Hangzhou There are many artistic shops hidden on both sides of the alley If you haven't been to the Xiaohe Straight Street of the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal There will always be regrets in Hangzhou tourism F attraction: Xiaohe Straight Street Historical and Cultural Block ①Address: Xiaohe Straight Street, Gongshu District, Hangzhou G Admission: Free Three recommended routes for playing on Xiaohe Straight Street (Figures 3, 12) 1 See Figure 12, take Line 5 to the Grand Canal Station, walk from Exit D 1.8km, passing through Gongchen Bridge, Qiaoxi Historical Street (beautiful night view), and many national museums: China Knife, Scissors and Sword Museum, China Fan Museum, China Umbrella Museum, Hangzhou Arts and Crafts Museum, etc. (Closed around five o'clock, closed on Monday) 2 See Figure 12, take Line 3 to Xiangji Temple Station, walk from Exit A 1.8km, you can pass through Dadou Road Historical Street along the way, walk along the canal, the willows along the way hang down green silk ribbons, directly let me imagine the picture of elementary school ancient poetry, guess which one? 3 See Figure 3, friends who like to take a boat can also take a water bus route for 3 yuan a trip, go up along the Grand Canal, and feel the canal scenery Wulin Wharf-Gongchen Bridge-Xiaohe Straight Street, the bus arrives at Gongchen Bridge After a 20-minute walk, you can reach Xiaohe Straight Street Share a few treasure shops River Coffee The name of each coffee is a book name, Dirty is named "The Viscount Divided into Two", and Milk Coffee is named "Rashomon". A very famous coffee shop on Xiaohe Straight Street There are many handmade small jars in the backyard sea shop, which is a small tea house, where you can sit by the river and drink tea/coffee At Daju's house, drinking coffee and stroking cats is super enjoyable!

Treasure Coffee Shop on Xiaohu Straight Street in Hangzhou | Coffee Brain

How can you miss Xiaohu Straight Street when you come to Hangzhou! There are too many new shops on Xiaohu Straight Street! I found this treasure coffee shop✌️ · 🏠Environment: The decoration is in a Japanese wooden style, it's really hard to find by looking at the doorplate, but it really feels like finding a treasure. The interior decoration is very warm, which is my favorite style～ · ☕️Recommendation☕️ 1️⃣Hand-drip coffee The shop's main hand-drip coffee, you can tell the boss your taste, the boss will recommend, ordered Ethiopia and Kenya and one kind of hand-drip, three different tastes, Ethiopia's more sour, Kenya's middle sour, all are fragrant, before drinking the boss will let drink a cup of water, so you can better taste the hand-drip flavor👅 2️⃣Latte The latte with deep roasted beans has a very rich taste, and the fat is also quite rich, it's delicious · 💁Service: The boss's service is quite good, he keeps adding water for us, I used four cups by myself, I'm really embarrassed😅

Xiaohe Street: A lovely area in Hangzhou 🏮

#visithangzhou A historical street at the intersection of three rivers lined with ancient Chinese style neighbourhoods🏮 Xiaohe Zhijie traces the waterside lifestyle of the late Qing Dynasty & the early Republic of China 🇨🇳 Not a popular place some years ago, it became gradually commercialised with a plethora of coffee shops ☕️, restaurants 🍜& handicrafts 🪭 A charming contrast of the old v/s the new! I highly recommend adding it to your Hangzhou itinerary 👌🏼It’s such a vibrant place which is also gorgeous at night with the lanterns lit 🏮✨ How to go ➡️ I took a taxi from West Lake cultural Square metro station. It was about 15-20 mins. #urbanexplorer #hangzhou #zhejiang

Nice spot to explore in Hangzhou

The Xiaohe Zhijie Historical and cultural district is located in Hangzhou, specifically at the intersection of the Grand Canal. The spot is very traditional with many local shops, coffee shops along the river and restaurants. You can feel the local essence while walk through the streets. Totally recommended! . . . #passionpassport #hangzhou #town #explore #urbanexplorer #exploresgtogether #culturewalk #historicculture #china #chinalife

Xiaohe Zhijie, Hangzhou | A hidden old street in the bustling city.

Xiaohe Zhijie is an old street hidden in the north of Hangzhou with a long history dating back to the Southern Song Dynasty. It is located at the intersection of the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal, Xiaohe River, and Yuhangtang River, and was one of the commercial centers of Hangzhou during the Ming and Qing Dynasties. It has witnessed the prosperity and development of Hangzhou from ancient times to the present, and retains old buildings from the late Qing Dynasty and early Republic of China, making it a truly historic street. 🎯 Location Xiaohe Zhijie Historic and Cultural Street is a representative of Hangzhou's historic and cultural streets with its unique canal port culture and Jiangnan water town residential characteristics. It is not only a treasure trove of historic buildings, but also a great place to experience the local customs and culture of Hangzhou. 🏠 Architectural style: Typical Jiangnan water town features, mostly two-story wooden buildings with white walls and black tiles, built along the river, forming a unique "one river and two streets" pattern 💴 Shops: Exquisite shops selling various handicrafts and cultural and creative products, specialty snacks worth strolling and tasting, cafes, tea houses, and light bars with different styles 🎻 Life experience: Strolling along Xiaohe Zhijie, you can feel the charm of slow life in Hangzhou, relax and enjoy the tranquility 📸 Photography level: 5⭐ 🖼 Attraction name: Xiaohe Historic and Cultural Street 🕹 Attraction location: No. 51, Xiaohe Zhijie, Gongshu District, Hangzhou 🚎 Transportation: ① Take Metro Line 10 to Beida Bridge Station, Exit D, and walk 1 km ② Take a bus to Changzheng Bridge

A great place for a Christmas date, with Christmas-themed afternoon tea!

As Christmas approaches, every coffee shop on the street is doing its best to create a romantic Christmas atmosphere. With the sense of ceremony of the festival, every day is a good day. "Qi Coffee" at the entrance of Xiaohe Straight Street has already been decorated for Christmas, with Santa Claus climbing the walls and various fallen-leaf Christmas trees, creating a strong atmosphere. Outside the window, there are various girls with flowers in their hair and girls in Hanbok taking photos of their lives, with Christmas trees and snowflakes in the background, which is quite appropriate. Recently, a Christmas set menu has been launched, which is simply the best choice for a get-together with friends or a date. The cakes are in the shape of Christmas trees, gloves, log cabins, and red apples, and the drinks include Christmas wreath lattes, matcha donut hot milk, snow kiss yogurt cups, reindeer coffee, etc., which are sure to capture the hearts of young girls!

Hangzhou Xiaohezhi Street’s current weekend situation｜It’s full of Christmas atmosphere.

In my opinion, a good weekend means shopping, walking, cycling, drinking coffee, eating hot pot, going to the green tree belt to take in oxygen, taking a deep breath to relieve your nervous and tired heart, not disturbing anything, and just being quiet. Eat a snack somewhere with a nice view~ · The water system of Xiaohezhi Street smells like the ancient town and ancient bridges. The beautiful scenery of the south of the Yangtze River seems to have been collected and crushed into pieces. The roses blooming on the road🌹, the girls wearing hairpins on the corners of the street, sitting quietly by the river reading a book The middle-aged people drinking tea are all people who love life and like to bask in the sun. The feeling of happiness is embodied at this moment! · I ate the new Christmas products in the store today 🍎Apple cinnamon pie + yogurt bowl + matcha coffee☕️ It is not only attractive in appearance but also of great practical value. In addition to the good taste, the scenery is the icing on the cake~ · ☕️Cafe·bar (Xiaohe Zhijie store) 📍Room 101, Unit 3, Building 55, Xiaohezhi Street 🕐10:30～02:00 The store's time can be arranged properly from afternoon tea to dinner to getting drunk at the bar~

Little River, Little River, reflecting the colors of the ancient street

Listen to my advice! During the holidays, many tourist spots in Hangzhou are very crowded. Avoid the crowds and take a walk on Xiaohe Straight Street, it's really comfortable! In this place, you can casually find a shop, sit until dusk to watch the sunset, enjoy the evening breeze, and feel relaxed and at ease. ✅Travel Route: Step into the historical and cultural district entrance of Xiaohe Straight Street in Hangzhou😃, stroll along the stone-paved road, and admire the ancient-style buildings on both sides🏘️. Then, follow the little river slowly, visit the unique shops, and taste delicious snacks😋. Find a quiet spot by the river to sit down, feel the tranquility and comfort, and finally take photos at the bridgehead📷 to perfectly end the journey.💖

Hangzhou Xiaohe Straight Street丨Feel the Jiangnan Fireworks

🌙As night falls, Hangzhou Xiaohe Straight Street unfolds like a flowing painting, slowly spreading out before your eyes. 🎑When the lights first come on, the warm yellow lights spread along the eaves of the ancient street, outlining the contours of time. The bluestone road reflects a gentle luster under the lights, as if telling ancient stories. 🏮The shops along the street are brightly lit, and through the carved windows, you can see a dazzling array of handicrafts inside. Those exquisite porcelains and delicate silks look even more dazzling under the lights. 🚤In the river, the lights on both sides are reflected, and the ripples of the water create a dreamy interplay of light and shadow. Occasionally, a small boat gently passes by, breaking the calm surface of the water and leaving ripples behind. 🎼The melodious sound of the guzheng comes from the corner of the street, gently brushing past your ears with the breeze, making you intoxicated. At this moment, Xiaohe Straight Street is no longer noisy as it is during the day, but has an added sense of tranquility and peace. 🌼In this charming night scene, every step feels like walking on a long scroll of history, experiencing the sediment of time and the charm of culture. 📍Address: Xiaohe Straight Street Historical and Cultural District, Gongshu District, Hangzhou 🎫Open all day, no tickets required🎫 ⏱️Play time: 2-3 hours🚇Take the subway:⛩️Exit at Xiangji Temple Exit B/North Bridge Exit D/Grand Canal Exit D, then walk/cycle to arrive.🚦 🧭Tour clockwise, no need to retrace your steps. 🌞It is recommended to go on a sunny day. The alleys are very narrow and can be crowded on rainy days. 😁The layout at the entrance of each small shop🚪is very artistic. Fabric texts, art installations, green plants, chairs, etc. The atmosphere is full of HG photo "props", very suitable for posing. 🐱There are a few beautiful pet cats that guard the shop entrance to "earn small fish" for themselves. They are lazy and do not interact much with people. 🧀There are many food shops along the way. If you are hungry or thirsty, just eat and drink. There are also many delicious snacks🌯 ⚠️Taking photos📸 in ancient style Hanfu🎐is super photogenic🎬

Hangzhou Xiaohe Straight Street | Misty Rain in Jiangnan, Beautiful as a Painting, Fireworks Paradise, Intoxicating the World

Xiaohe Straight Street Historical and Cultural District is located at the intersection of the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal, Xiaohe River, and Yuhangtang River. Its center is Xiaohe Straight Street, and the overall appearance and spatial characteristics of the residential and shipping facilities along the canal and Xiaohe River are basically preserved. This district truly reflects the living environment of the lower-class people along the canal in the late Qing Dynasty and early Republic of China, retaining a certain number of historical buildings. Its architectural features, street and alley appearance, and canal shipping relics still maintain a unique style. Today's Xiaohe Straight Street is a very lively old street with many artistic shops. The arrangement at the entrance of each shop is very thoughtful, with flowers and grass, and seats specially for tourists to take photos. It is really friendly for those who like to take photos and check in. 📍Scenic Address: Xiaohe Straight Street Historical and Cultural District 🎟️Ticket Information: Free 🌟Highlights: 🔅Nearby are Xiangji Temple, Dadou Road Historical District, Xiaohe Park, Gongchen Bridge, Qiaoxi District. If you have enough time, you can plan a canal city walk together. 💗Travel Tips: 🔅There are many people on weekends and holidays, so it is recommended to visit during the daytime on weekdays. 🔅Although Xiaohe Straight Street has a strong commercial atmosphere, the artistic atmosphere is still very good. It is very suitable for spending time: sitting idly, drinking tea, coffee, or even having dinner at a characteristic riverside hotel. 👍️Must-visit Attractions: 🔅For those who like to take photos, you can go in the evening when the light is good, and the photos turn out particularly well. When the lights are bright at night, the romantic atmosphere is fully enhanced. There are many trumpet creepers, remember to look up and see, very suitable for taking photos. 🚗Scenic Transportation: Subway: Exit D of Beida Bridge on Line 10, about 10 minutes walk Parking: You can park in the underground parking lot of Xiaohe Park Opening Hours: Open all day

Explore the Tranquil Romance of Xiaohe Straight Street in Hangzhou

Explore the Tranquil Romance of Xiaohe Straight Street in Hangzhou In the ancient city of Hangzhou, hidden by the Grand Canal, Xiaohe Straight Street is like an elegant ink painting, quietly telling stories of the past. Here, the waterfront old houses from the late Qing and early Ming dynasties harmoniously blend with modern life. The water flows gently under the Half Moon Bridge, and the white walls and black tiles reveal the grace and elegance of the Jiangnan water town. Location and Opening Information: Location: Xiaohe Straight Street Historical and Cultural District Opening Hours: Open to the public all day, no tickets required, free to stroll Transportation Guide: You can drive or take a taxi directly to the entrance of the street. Self-driving visitors can conveniently park at the underground parking lot of Xiaohe Park. Recommended Tour Route: Embark on a journey through time, starting from Canal Square, passing through Gongchen Bridge to feel the charm of the ancient bridge, then stepping into the Bridge West Historical and Cultural District to explore the profound heritage of the three major museums, and finally arriving at Xiaohe Straight Street to immerse yourself in its artistic and tranquil atmosphere. Continue to Dadou Road to enjoy the quiet time under the plane trees, and finally visit Xiangji Temple for a perfect ending, experiencing the wonderful collision of ancient temples and modern architecture. Attraction Highlights: Canal Square: The Grand Canal Museum awaits your exploration, free reservation, to explore the mysteries of the world's artificial wonders. Gongchen Bridge: Not only does it carry a heavy history, but it is also an excellent place for taking photos. The exquisite shops and handicraft experiences around make parent-child time more colorful. Bridge West Historical and Cultural District: A perfect blend of markets and museums, the three major museums of Chinese fans, umbrellas, and knives, scissors, and swords are adjacent to each other, waiting for your exploration. Xiaohe Straight Street: A paradise for literary youth, a holy place for ancient style and Hanfu lovers, the hairpin photo studio captures your classical beauty. Dadou Road: A quiet street under the plane trees, away from the hustle and bustle, enjoy a moment of tranquility and freedom. Xiangji Temple: Known as the first beauty of the canal, the ticket is only 20 yuan, and the ancient temple and modern architecture complement each other, with a unique flavor. Popular Shops to Check-in: Backyard with Sea: The unique decoration style makes people feel as if they are in the tranquility of the seaside. Cold Smoke Grocery Store: A dazzling array of small items, each exuding the fun and warmth of life. Qi Cafe & Bar: A cup of coffee, a blessing character, experience the fun of DIY here, and bring happiness home. Walking on the bluestone road of Xiaohe Straight Street, every step echoes with history, and every glance is a picturesque scene. The restaurants, cafes, tea rooms, handicraft shops, and flower shops along the street all exude a retro and artistic atmosphere. A casual shot is a heartwarming photo. Here, time seems to slow down, making people forget the troubles of the world and indulge in this rare tranquility and beauty.

Sisters who love the charm of Jiangnan must visit Xiaohe Straight Street, a perfect spot for photography

🌟Must-visit highlights: Xiaohe Straight Street: A hidden paradise in Hangzhou where day scenes coexist with fireworks. Strolling through, you will find small bridges, flowing water, and a long-lasting ancient charm. Every small shop exudes poetic and artistic vibes, making it a paradise for photography enthusiasts. 🏨Accommodation recommendations: Junpin Hotel: Located close to Xiaohe Straight Street, the rooms are cozy and comfortable with great value for money. Ideal for students and budget travelers, you can enjoy a tranquil night for around a hundred yuan. 🍽️Food exploration: The surrounding area is filled with a variety of local snacks, from authentic Hangzhou cuisine to various street foods, satisfying your taste buds. 🚶‍♀️Travel route: Stroll through Xiaohe Straight Street during the day to feel the charm of the ancient street; take a leisurely walk back to the hotel in the evening to enjoy a relaxing time. The entire route can be covered on foot, making it easy and effortless. 📸Photography tips: Every corner of Xiaohe Straight Street is a great place for photography. Whether it's the ancient buildings or the shop fronts, you can take artistic photos full of literary flair. Come to Hangzhou's Xiaohe Straight Street and experience a spontaneous trip!

Life advice: Walk along the old street by the canal before leaving Hangzhou

When you come to Hangzhou, it is recommended to walk along these old streets by the canal before leaving. Like many ancient towns in Jiangnan 🍵 Here, there is a river with two banks, white walls, and black tiles. It still retains the bustling atmosphere of old Hangzhou. In the small alleys of a hundred meters, there are many artistic shops 🧸. Compared to the commercialized Hefang Street, this place is more worth checking out. - Sharing a canal walk route that even locals love, to experience a different Hangzhou!! - 🚶🏻‍♂️One-day tour route Xiaohe Straight Street—Xiaohe Park—Gongchen Bridge—Qiaoxi Historical and Cultural Block—Dadou Road—Xiangji Temple - ✅Check-in guide 🍃Xiaohe Straight Street A treasure trove of artistic old streets, although not large overall, it is beautiful and photogenic! You can spend an entire afternoon in any coffee shop here, and the night view is not to be missed! - 🍃Gongchen Bridge "A Gongchen Bridge, half of Hangzhou's history." Standing on the bridge, you can enjoy the scenery on both sides of the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal. It also carries the memories of several generations of old Hangzhou people. - 🍃Qiaoxi Historical and Cultural Block Here, you can not only stroll along the old streets by the canal but also visit the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal Museum, the China Umbrella Museum, the Knife, Scissors, and Sword Museum, etc. If you have time, you can explore the cultural handicrafts of old Hangzhou. - 🍃Dadou Road Historical Block Compared to Xiaohe Straight Street, it is less crowded and more natural. Next to it is the canal wharf, with tall plane trees and interesting coffee and beverage shops on both sides of the road. Here, you can find a long-lost sense of ease and relaxation. - 🍃Xiangji Temple A Tang-style temple, usually with few tourists inside, quiet amidst the hustle and bustle. The night view here is also very beautiful. - 🍃Xiaohe Park A very well-designed park, you can enter the oil tanks, full of industrial style, very suitable for taking photos, walking, and taking kids out.

Listen to me, never go to Xiaohe Straight Street in Hangzhou!!

Listen to me, never go to Xiaohe Straight Street in Hangzhou!! Xiaohe Straight Street's historical and cultural Hangzhou citywalk |Super popular among young people| Xiaohe brings great fortune! Not even a rainy day can stop the urge to go out, I'm here treasure hunting again, and it's another happy weekend spent with good friends Big Box Coffee - Xiaohe Straight Street, a bridge to the west, in the historical and cultural district, where there's vibrant greenery, various artistic coffee shops and boutiques, and all sorts of cute cats that you can pet at will When you don't know where to go, just close your eyes and head to Xiaohe Straight Street, that's right!

The misty rain veils the straight streets by the rivers in Jiangnan

The misty rain veils the straight streets by the rivers in Jiangnan Wandering through the alleys of Jiangnan in the rain is really comfortable, and there are very few people too~ There are many styling shops for hairpin flowers here, offering makeup, costumes, and photographers as a one-stop service, which is very photogenic~ Jiangnan

Xiaohe Straight Street is bustling and full of charm, making it a great place to explore

🌿 When in Hangzhou, one must always take a stroll down the charming Xiaohe Straight Street, which is lively and enjoyable. 🧩 "The long alleys of the marketplace, when gathered, are the smoke and fire of life; when spread out, they are the human world," this is a true description of Xiaohe Straight Street. Despite the crowds of tourists, one can still feel the slow pace of life. The street is lined with various carefully decorated shops, allowing people to walk and browse at leisure, which is very pleasant. 🧩 Xiaohe Straight Street retains a number of historical buildings, featuring the typical characteristics of residences in the Jiangnan water towns, and one can see a lot of Hangzhou folklore. 🧩 Along the way, the shops on both sides are quite busy, and I even got to enjoy free ice cream and yellow wine milk tea, which was a pleasantly unexpected surprise. ⛩️ Place Name: Xiaohe Straight Street Historical and Cultural District 📍 Address: No. 51 Xiaohe Straight Street, Gongshu District, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province 🚇 Transportation: 1.2km from Zhengdeli Bus Station, about a 14-minute walk 🅿️ Parking: 6 yuan/hour

Xiaohe Straight Street, wandering through the alleys, is also a kind of enjoyment beyond the world

Located at the confluence of the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal, Xiaohe, and Yuhangtang River, Hangzhou's Xiaohe Straight Street boasts the living environment of the lower-class people along the canal from the late Qing Dynasty and the early years of the Republic of China. Its architectural features, street landscape, and canal shipping relics are characteristic of Hangzhou, preserving a unique style. Xiaohe Straight Street is the last canal residence in Hangzhou. When the hustle and bustle fade away, and the superficiality is washed off, it retreats and hides in a corner of the city, finding peace amidst the noise, like a town from another era, a forgotten corner. The smoke and fire of the marketplace, the deep alleys; the flavor of the water town, most reminiscent of the south of the Yangtze River. The charm of the small street makes one yearn and linger. Strolling on Xiaohe Straight Street, with its bluestone pavements, white walls, and black tiles, feels like being in an ink painting. Shops line the street, brimming with artistic atmosphere. Sitting by the river, dazed, one feels the leisurely slow pace of life.

Hangzhou Xiaohe Straight Street Travel Guide | A literary alley worth strolling through

Hidden in the hustle and bustle of the city is a small world—Xiaohe Straight Street A river divides the street into two, with white walls and black tiles, wooden doors and windows, full of charm. A Hangzhou slow life alley filled with local atmosphere by the canal. Many old Hangzhou residents live in the small alleys and lanes, which also hide many unique shops. Restaurants, cafes, tea rooms, handicrafts, flower shops... The shop decorations are very artistic, great for taking photos, and a nice place for walking with kids. ✨In the bustling alley, from time to time, a few kittens will dart out, cute and lazy, irresistible to pet. Hamburg is always looking for cats, and played with a kitten for a long time. ✨Strolling in the alley, with the breeze brushing your cheeks, you feel relaxed and happy. Coming here, you are attracted by the ancient charm and fascinated by the alleys on both sides of the river. The white walls and black tiles have witnessed the past, and also let us feel the profound historical and cultural heritage. 📍Address: Xiaohe Straight Street Historical and Cultural District 🎫Ticket: Free 🚇Subway: Line 10, Beida Bridge D exit, about a 10-minute walk 🅿️Parking: Available at the underground parking lot of Xiaohe Park ⏰Opening hours: Open all day ❗Travel tips: ◆The alley is quite crowded on weekends and holidays, remember to go early. If possible, friends can visit on weekdays. ◆Every shop is artistically decorated, especially suitable for taking photos. ◆Friends with babies, remember to do a good job with mosquito repellent. ◆Friends who love photography can also go in the evening when Xiaohe Straight Street is immersed in a romantic atmosphere with brilliant lights, also great for taking photos. ◆Nearby there are Xiaohe Park, Xiangji Temple, Dadou Road Historical District, Gongchen Bridge West Historical District, etc., friends with ample time can visit them all.

Hangzhou | A place where kids are clamoring to go

Hangzhou~Xiaohe Straight Street Wow~ It's really great for shopping There's a hairpin photography shop every dozen meters or so Scenic spots for taking photos are everywhere Various Hangzhou specialty snacks Beautifully decorated coffee shops and restaurants Many of them have scenic spots by the river Very artistic and photogenic 📷

Xiaohezhijie, also known as "Alley Culture Corridor," is a historic street in the Huangpu District of Shanghai. It preserves many old buildings and traditional culture, making it an ideal destination to experience local life in Shanghai. Visitors can stroll along the street, admire the unique charm of the old buildings, taste local snacks, and immerse themselves in the rich culture of Shanghai. Additionally, Xiaohezhijie is a gathering place for artists and culture enthusiasts, often hosting various cultural events and art exhibitions, providing visitors with a diverse and colorful experience.

Come to Hangzhou for a May Day hike from the Modern Pier to the Historical and Cultural Street

Come to Hangzhou and skip the crowded West Lake this time. Take a May Day hike from the Modern Pier to the Historical and Cultural Street, where the scenery is beautiful all the way! 💃 Wulinmen Pier Located in the center of Hangzhou, Wulinmen Pier is a shipping center built in the 1970s. It has a spacious waiting hall and typical Jiangnan water town scenery, with many ancient historical traces nearby, becoming a symbol of Hangzhou's history. 💃 Xinyifang Pier Named after Xinyi Lane, Xinyifang is also one of the three Hutong areas in Hushu. Between the hustle and bustle and the tranquility of the city, this urban commercial street, with its King Cherry Blossom and a commercial experience that combines strolling, playing, shopping, and appreciating, has become a popular check-in spot by the canal. 💃 Xiaohe Street The Xiaohe Straight Street Historical and Cultural District centers around Xiaohe Straight Street. The residential buildings and shipping facilities along the canal and Xiaohe River are mostly preserved, with their overall appearance and spatial characteristics still intact, making it one of the more complete traditional areas in Hangzhou's historical and cultural districts. The district authentically reflects the living environment of the lower-class people along the canal in the late Qing Dynasty and early Republic of China, preserving a certain number of historical buildings. Its architectural features, street scenery, and canal shipping relics still retain a unique charm. 💅 It takes about 4-5 hours to walk all the way, but there are seats by the river along the way, so you don't feel tired at all, and the scenery is beautiful!

Hangzhou in April | Roses are the romantic ceiling of spring days~

The most beautiful April days of the year, In this romantic season, Various flowers bloom in spring, Everything around is green and healing, A casual snapshot is a beautiful scenery. Next, I will share the upcoming blooming flower seas in April. - 🌸【Rose Check-in Spots】 🕰Shooting Time: Last April 18 · 1⃣Xiaohe Straight Street Historical and Cultural District Roses under the window sills, a perfect spot for great shots, the entire wall of roses is stunningly beautiful. The alleys nearby also have many roses and are very photogenic. . 2⃣Jinghang Primary School Close to Xiaohe Straight Street, there are large patches of roses outside the school wall, which are great for close-up portrait photos. . 3⃣Baima Lake Park The archway flower wall is a signature check-in spot, with a large area of roses nearby, the sea of flowers when in full bloom is incredibly beautiful. . 4⃣Hangzhou Nursery This place has the most roses, and it's very convenient since it's right next to West Lake, so there are many people, it feels like a royal garden, especially the steps which are a popular spot. . 5⃣Daming Glass Co., Ltd. A large wall of rose flowers is absolutely stunning for photos, and the street view on the roadside is also very attractive, suitable for portrait photography. . 6⃣Wuliu Lane Historical District Roses at the entrance of the coffee shop, large patches of roses hanging down from the eaves like waterfalls, casually taken photos are very beautiful. . 🔈「About Other Flower Sea Reports」 🌸Evening Primrose 🕰Shooting Time: Last April 21 Evening primroses are quite short, the pink flowers bloom into a sea of flowers, very healing, and also look great in portrait photos. . 【Recommended Check-in Spots】 1⃣Xiasha Youth Forest 2⃣Liangzhu Cultural Park . 🌸【Daisy】 🕰Shooting Time: Last April 20 The daisies by the river are a popular spot every year, a healing scene in spring, and also a rare flower sea, great for portraits with a Japanese vibe. · 【Recommended Check-in Spots】 1⃣Xiasha Youth Forest . 🌸【Gesang Flowers】 🕰Shooting Time: April 30 The large sea of Gesang flowers is stunningly beautiful, the area is large so no need to worry about crowds, and it looks great in a blue tone. · 【Recommended Check-in Spots】 1⃣Xianghu Flower Sea 2️⃣Xixi Wetland Green Dyke -

Chinese costume dressing area in Hangzhou

#Sakura2024 Today, I would like to recommend a place to wear Chinese clothes in Hangzhou, China, which is Xiaohudi Street. It is a walking street with many rental shops. The price of each shop is around 200 yuan and up, depending on the style and magnificence of the clothes. After renting clothes here, you can take pictures here because this is an ancient street. You can rent with a photographer or take pictures yourself, it is beautiful here. Anyone who is a content person, wants to wear Chinese clothes, likes magnificence, puts on beautiful makeup, and is ready to be magnificent, must follow this place. It is definitely beautiful.

Hangzhou Citywalk | Life Advice: Dedicate a day to Xiaohe Straight Street

Hangzhou's Xiaohe Straight Street is an ancient street full of historical and cultural heritage. The street is paved with old bluestone slabs, and on both sides are well-preserved traditional buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties, with quaint wooden windows and tile roofs. Whether it's the tranquility of the day or the brilliant lights at night, Xiaohe Straight Street immerses you in the intersection of ancient charm and modern prosperity. 📍 Xiaohe Straight Street Historical and Cultural District 🎫 Open all day, free admission 🚗 If driving, it is recommended to park at "Le Di Port", then walk west along Daguan Road for 5 minutes, keep to the right side and walk down the bridge ramp, go straight ahead for 3 minutes and you will see the archway of "Xiaohe Straight Street", continue forward for 5 minutes, and you will arrive at the historical and cultural district. This section of the road is very quiet, and it is recommended to enjoy a stroll under the plane trees 🚶If taking a taxi, you can directly go to "Xiaohe Straight Street North 2 Entrance/Exit". ✅ Touring Tips: 1⃣️The whole journey of strolling and taking photos takes about 2 hours. Enter from the Xiaohe North 2 Entrance/Exit of the historical and cultural district, go forward past the Long March Bridge, continue to browse forward, walk to the Qinjian Bridge, turn right across the river, then browse back, return to Xiaohe Road North 1 Exit, Huizhen Bridge. The core area of the historical and cultural district is to walk a circle along the canal. 2⃣️It is suitable to go in the morning or before evening. In the morning, you can experience the tranquility here, and you can monopolize the entire ancient street; in the evening, the ancient alleys are lit up with lights, creating a romantic atmosphere. 3⃣️There are many cafes, tea bars, creative restaurants, and bars here. If you get tired of walking, you can casually find one to sit in, which will make you feel like you have walked into the ancient town of Lijiang. 4⃣️Why is it recommended to park at Le Di Port? If you have finished walking here and still want to experience another ancient street in Hangzhou, then go back to Daguan Road, across the street, there is another ancient street, Dadou Road, and Hangzhou's famous "Xiangji Temple".

Hangzhou | My Top 6 Romantic Hidden Gems for Spring

Spring in Hangzhou is a myriad of awakening and scenic clarity It's the epitome of romance, with spring breezes and blooming flowers Best friends fly in to chase the romance of Hangzhou's spring And I must take her to see the top secret spot in West Lake--Maojiabu China National Tea Museum Hangzhou How can one miss the early spring Longjing tea!? Also, visit Lingyin Temple or Faxi Temple Make the most spiritual wishes Then stroll along Xiaohe Straight Street, shop and wander Feel the local customs of Hangzhou's historic district Missing Hangzhou's spring magnolias, tulips, and cherry blossoms🌸 Means missing the romantic attack of the hydrangeas in full bloom at Xiang Lake Several must-visit romantic treasure spots in Hangzhou's spring Treasures coming to Hangzhou can also save this list ✅West Lake Maojiabu A secluded fairyland by West Lake, a green trail Quiet and serene, with clear turquoise waters Green grass and fresh flowers, wild and interesting, the dark green of the trees is the true ✅Peach Blossom Land 🎫Ticket: 0 yuan, open all day 🚌Bus: 'Maojiabu' station, also accessible by bus route 1314 📍Navigation: Search 'Maojiabu' to find the location ✅China National Tea Museum Not only the heritage and accumulation of tea culture, the thatched cottage is a Kyoto-like instant sensation, the most beautiful tea room overlooking Longjing Sitting in the mountains, drinking a cup of early spring Longjing tea, with the sound of babbling water, quiet and comfortable, the most pleasant time in spring 📍Navigation: China National Tea Museum Shuangfeng Pavilion Area Parking Lot 🚌Bus: Shuangfeng Station ✅Faxi Temple/Lingyin Temple Two temples with thriving incense, especially efficacious, with a tranquil Zen atmosphere, purifying the soul. In the morning, Lingyin Temple has too many people in line, so it's recommended to visit Faxi Temple first, then walk to Lingyin Temple, perfectly avoiding the crowd. P.S. Highly recommend the vegetarian meal at Faxi Temple 📍Faxi Temple location: No. 338 Tianzhu Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou, ticket: 10 yuan with 3 incense sticks 📍Lingyin Temple location: No. 1 Fayun Alley, Xihu District, Hangzhou ⏰Time: 7:00-18:00, best to visit for worship in the morning (devoutly) ✅Xiaohe Straight Street A small historical world hidden in the bustling city A river with two streets, white walls and black tiles Wooden doors and boats, full of ancient charm A small alley full of local life by the canal The nearby Canal Park is a new popular landmark in Hangzhou 📍Navigation: Xiaohe Straight Street Historical and Cultural District 🎫Ticket: Free (open all day) 🚇Subway: Line 10 Beidaqiao D exit, about a 10-minute walk ✅Xiang Lake Hydrangeas In April, the hydrangeas in Hangzhou are top-notch, with large white blossoms unmatched in romance Absolutely stunning! Super photogenic Don't miss out! 🧭Navigation location: 📍Xiaoshan Xiang Lake Big Yellow Duck Amusement Park 📍Xiang Lake Fishing Village Parking Lot 📍Old Tiger Cave Parking Lot This city walk also included a friend's house viewing, Qian Chao Ming Cui located in Qianjiang New City with a broad view, next to the convergence of rivers and Wanjing City, looking south to Raffles City The modern garden landscape integrates natural elements like ocean islands And beach shades For a moment, I felt this is where I belong In the CBD center, yet with the feel of both a vacation and home, truly fragrant! Truly a piece of paradise on earth!