Xihu
Hangzhou
Popular places to visit
Lingyin Temple
This ancient temple is one of the largest and most extravagant temples in China, with soaring ceilings and hundreds of statues.
Hangzhou Botanical Garden
Stroll through this inner-city green space, which is covered with native plants, such as plum trees, and has decorative pavilions, kiosks and a lake.
Broken Bridge
Visit this serene spot to photograph the reflection of Hangzhou’s most famous bridge and walk to an island with museums, nature trails and restaurants.
Three Pools Mirroring the Moon
Explore the great outdoors at Three Pools Mirroring the Moon, a lovely green space in Hangzhou. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Beishan St
Learn about the local history of Hangzhou when you take a trip to Beishan St. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Xixi National Wetland Park
Explore the great outdoors at Xixi National Wetland Park, a lovely green space in Hangzhou. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Things to do
Authentic Hangzhou Longjing Tea Culture Experience Tour
Best of Hangzhou: A Comprehensive Tour of the City's Top Sights
Hangzhou Impressoin West Lake- Enduring Memory of Hangzhou Show Tour
Half-Day Hangzhou Yunxi Bamboo Forest and Tea Plantation Experience
Half-Day Flexible Private Hangzhou Highlight Tour
Top hotels in Xihu
Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake
Shangri-La Hangzhou
"Hotel is a little older but very clean and comfortable. Staffs are very nice and helpful, highly recommend this hotel."
Reviewed on 15 Apr, 2026
Sheraton Grand Hangzhou Wetland Park Resort
The Silk Lakehouse, Shangri-La Hangzhou
"The most beautiful and enjoyable stay. Hotel is just a year old, the amenities are beautiful. They offer daily cultural experiences like making scent tablets with a master incense maker. Beautiful pool as well although we would’ve enjoyed a warmer pool in early spring. Breakfast amazing, semi- à ..."
Reviewed on 31 Mar, 2026
Nostalgia S Hotel(Hangzhou West Lake）
"Great location, clean rooms and very friendly staff"
Reviewed on 18 May, 2026
Zhejiang Narada Grand Hotel
"方便"
Reviewed on 14 Apr, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Xihu
Hefang Street
Get to know Hefang Street and its many features like its museums and monuments. You might want to explore sights like Qinghefang Old Street and Hu Xueyan Former Residence, and you can jump on the metro at Jiangcheng Road Station or Wushan Square Station to get around the city.
Shangcheng
Consider a visit to West Lake and take some time to enjoy the lake views during your time in Shangcheng. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Houchaomen Station or Nanxingqiao Station.
Downtown Hangzhou
While you're in Downtown Hangzhou, take in top sights like Hangzhou China Silk Town or Wulin Square, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at North Jianguo Road Station or Baoshan Bridge Station.
Qianjiang New Town
While you're in Qianjiang New Town, take in top sights like Hangzhou Grand Theatre or MIXC Mall, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Citizen Center Metro Station or Chengxing Road Station.
Xiacheng
Xiacheng is a destination travellers like for its lake views, and you might hop aboard the metro at Dongxinyuan Station or Hangyang Station to explore sights like Westlake Culture Plaza.
Binjiang
Visitors to Binjiang like its restaurants. Jump on the metro at Jucai Road Station or Chengye Road Station to see top sights like Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center while you're in the area.
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