What season is suitable for Hangzhou? What are the must-see attractions in Hangzhou?

There is heaven above and Suzhou and Hangzhou below. Hangzhou’s gentle style has always attracted tourists from all walks of life, so do you know what season is suitable for Hangzhou? What are the must-see attractions in Hangzhou? Get to know each other.

What season is suitable for Hangzhou?

March-April and September-October are the best times to travel to Hangzhou. But to taste Hangzhou, season and weather don’t matter. Because West Lake is like a magician, it can change into a beautiful appearance no matter spring, summer, autumn, winter, rain or snow. September to November: Autumn is crisp and the air is crisp, and the sweet-scented osmanthus is fragrant. It’s especially interesting around the Mid-Autumn Festival: you can watch the Qiantang tide during the day and admire the moon in the lake at night. March to May: The spring breeze is warm and the spring water is intoxicating. It is the best time to stroll around Su Di and enjoy the flowers. June-August: In mid-summer, the weather is hot, and the lotus flowers in West Lake bloom under the scorching sun. December to February: In the harsh winter, wintersweet is in full bloom. You must go to the three major plum blossom viewing sites, namely Gushan Plum Blossom, Lingfeng Plum Blossom and Chaoshan Plum Blossom, one of the ten scenic spots in the West Lake. This is also the most touching season.

What are the must-see attractions in Hangzhou?

West Lake Lingyin Zen Relics (Lingyin Temple)

Yinsi Temple is a large temple community scenic spot with green mountains and lush forests, and the scenery is very unique. Lingsi did not go in alone to collect the fragrant flower coupons, but climbed to the top of the mountain to see Yongfu Temple, which was amazingly beautiful. People think of the sentence "Four Hundred and Eighty Palaces in the Southern Dynasty", and how many towers are in the mist and rain.

West Lake Sandan Silver Moon Scenic Area

The background of the 1 yuan note comes from this, the symbol of Hangzhou. To see the moon in Sandan, you have to take a boat to Xiaoying Island. There are cruise tickets at various piers near the West Lake, and you can go to the island when you arrive. There is a pavilion in Santan where you can watch the moon, which is also a good place to take pictures. The entire Xiaoyingzhou is shaped like a sky, which is very distinctive. The stone monument of Three Pools Reflecting the Moon is also located on this small island. During the peak tourist season, Xiaoying Island is also crowded with tourists.

Hangzhou Polar Ocean Park (national 4A level), what are the must-visit attractions in Hangzhou in any season?

Hangzhou Changqiao Polar Ocean Park is a three-story indoor venue. Not in downtown Hangzhou, but in Xiaoshan. It's really a bit far. If you don’t want to drive, it’s best to take the subway to Xianghu Station and then take a taxi. This will save time and money. Tickets are a bit expensive, so it is recommended to buy them online in advance to make them cheaper.

Qinghefang Historical and Cultural Characteristic Street (National 4A Level)

Qinghefang Street, various snack bars, Hu Xueyan’s Hu Qingyutang Pharmacy is here and is still open. Some old shops are still there. At the southern end, there is the reconstructed Drum Tower. There is Wushan City God Temple on the top of the western section, which is a splendid scenery at night. The Hangzhou Museum at the foot of the mountain is also free to visit, but it is closed on Mondays and usually gets off work at 4:30.

Hangzhou West Lake Zoo

Hangzhou Zoo, although the zoo is a bit old, so many animals are completely worth the price. There are many animals, the structure is compact, and it does not travel a lot. Also suitable for elderly people with children. You should be able to check in advance for any show. There is a Silk Museum in front of the door, and the bus station at the door leads directly to Ding'an Road and Longxiang Bridge, which is very convenient.

West Lake Leifeng Pagoda (national 4A level)

The Leifeng Pagoda, which enshrines relics, allows you to walk quietly in the jungle, breathe oxygen and relax. Many guides say that it is not necessary to climb the tower, but this is not the case. The scenery on both sides of Leifeng Pagoda is completely different. Looking at the West Lake in the distance, you can see the silence of Jingci Temple. On the west side of the tower is the sunset over Leifeng Peak, one of the ten scenic spots in the West Lake.

This is suitable for going to Hangzhou. Hope it helps.