West Lake Scenic Area

西湖风景名胜区

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The landmark. Point a camera anywhere and it works. For the boat, check the last sailing before you set off — fares and piers vary.

Typical visit: 3 h
Entry: Free · The lakeshore itself is free public ground. A boat is ¥55–70 depending on the boat and the pier, which covers the crossing and entry to Three Pools Mirroring the Moon.
Hours: Open 24 hours
Type: Major sight
Area: Xihu District西湖区
Address: 1 Longjing Road西湖街道龙井路1号
Rating: 4.9 / 5
Phone: 0571-87179617

Photo credits

Wooden boats docked by the shores of West Lake in Hangzhou, surrounded by lush greenery. by CK Seng · Pexels License
Calm lake scene with traditional boats sailing in Hangzhou under a clear sky. by CK Seng · Pexels License
Two fishermen on a wooden boat collecting with a net on a tranquil lake at sunrise. by jc Qi · Pexels License
Tranquil scene of a lake with boats, ducks, and misty mountains in the background. by Geoffrey Zhao · Pexels License
Tranquil sunset view of a boat on West Lake, Hanoi, Vietnam, with city skyline. by Thuan Pham · Pexels License
A tranquil view of a boat on West Lake, Hanoi, at sunset. Perfect for travel inspiration. by Thuan Pham · Pexels License
A serene boat tour on a lake with distant hills and pagoda in the background. by Alex Bian · Pexels License
Peaceful scene of boats on West Lake with lush greenery and mountains in Hangzhou, China. by CK Seng · Pexels License
A serene boat journey on a tranquil lake surrounded by trees and reflection. by YI REN · Pexels License
Serene lake view with traditional Chinese pavilion and a lone boat in black and white. by dh tang · Pexels License
Serene view of historic boats and structures on West Lake in Hangzhou, China, with misty mountains. by nana liu · Pexels License
Beautiful view of traditional Chinese architecture along West Lake in Hangzhou with boats and lush greenery in the background. by nana liu · Pexels License
A peaceful scene of a traditional stone bridge with tourists and a boat beneath in Hangzhou, China. by nana liu · Pexels License
A houseboat glides across a peaceful lake during a beautiful sunset with mountains in the background. by Irisiab · Pexels License
A traditional wooden boat gently floats on a calm lake, surrounded by Asian architecture and dense forest. by 极星贝 · Pexels License
Serene riverside view with docked boats and lush branches overhanging. by Dawn Lio · Pexels License
A wooden boat sails on calm waters with a mountainous backdrop during a golden sunset. by Ellie Wang · Pexels License
Aerial view of West Lake, Hangzhou with distant city skyline and boats on a sunny day. by pp zhu · Pexels License
杭州西湖景区 by HoweyYuan · CC BY-SA 4.0
杭州西湖游船 by 饮冰室客人 · CC BY-SA 4.0
NPS Photo Denise Diaz by evergladesnps · Public domain
LiuYing Hotel West Lake Hangzhou by Suicasmo · CC0
Starbucks at Broken Bridge, West Lake, Hangzhou by Raysonho @ Open Grid Scheduler / Grid Engine · CC0