Hefang Street Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Hefang Street
Popular places to visit
West Lake
This oasis of spectacular natural beauty has inspired poets and artists with its sparkling water, misty mountains and traditional pagodas.
Lingyin Temple
Among the largest and most ornate temples in China, this fourth-century structure has hundreds of statues under its lofty ceilings.
Hangzhou Botanical Garden
See a variety of native plants alongside ornate pavilions, stalls and a pretty lake as you meander through this green space in the city centre.
Broken Bridge
Amble across the city’s most famous bridge to reach an island full of surprises, with nature paths, restaurants and museums.
Qinghefang Old Street
Learn about the local history of Hangzhou when you take a trip to Qinghefang Old Street. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Hu Xueyan Former Residence
Find out about the history of Hangzhou when you take a trip to Hu Xueyan Former Residence. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Activities
Best of Hangzhou: A Comprehensive Tour of the City's Top Sights
Authentic Hangzhou Longjing Tea Culture Experience Tour
Spring at Matcha Lake&UNESCO's West Lake: A Living Painting
Hangzhou Impressoin West Lake- Enduring Memory of Hangzhou Show Tour
Best Price: Impression West Lake Show Ticket
Our pick of the best Hefang Street Hotel Deals
Zheda Yuanzheng Lanshe Hotel
"Friendly staff， great location， has bus stop in front of the hotel。 Room is clean。"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Nostalgia S Hotel(HangzhouHefang Old Street）
"This hotel is much better than i expected. Check in is 12pm and check out is 2pm which gives convenience to early arrival or late check out people. The location is very convenient to almost everything. It is an AI hotel but the front desk staff were very kind and helpful, especially Mr Li (李俏俊)who ..."
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Midtown Shangri-La, Hangzhou
"Attractive Victoria Bay View"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Sofitel Hangzhou Westlake
"Good location, very closed to west lake, concierge very helpful, friendly and knowledgeable."
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Grand Hyatt Hangzhou
"The room is big, the staff is very helpful. The breakfast is excellent."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
JW Marriott Hotel Hangzhou
Other neighbourhoods around Hefang Street
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.
Xihu
You might take some time to check out the lake views in Xihu. Spend some time visiting top spots like West Lake, and catch the metro at Huanglong Sports Center Station or Huanglong Cave Station to see more of the area.
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.
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.
