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July 25, 2025
7-Day Solo Travel Guide: Hangzhou on a Mid-Range Budget
Explore Hangzhou's cultural gems and natural beauty without breaking the bank
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Quick Overview
Chinese Name: 杭州
Location: Zhejiang Province, East China
Famous For: West Lake Scenery,Silk Culture,Longjing Tea
Daily Cost: $75-120
Best Season: March-May, September-November
Introduction: Why Hangzhou for Solo Travel?
Best Time to Visit Hangzhou
Ideal Seasons: Spring (March-May) for blossoms, Autumn (September-November) for clear skies
Arriving and Leaving Hangzhou
Metro (Lines 1/4), buses, and bike-sharing cover all attractions. Taxi ride from 杭州东站 to West Lake costs $15.
Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport [Recommended]
18km from West Lake, 45-minute taxi ride ($18-25). Metro Line 1 connects to city center.
Hangzhou East Railway Station
High-speed trains to Shanghai (1hr) and Beijing (5hrs). Taxis cost $12-15 to West Lake area.
Top Things to Do in Hangzhou
West Lake
Rent a bike to explore 三潭印月, enjoy boat cruises at sunset
Lingyin Temple
Explore China's largest Buddhist temple complex with 飞来峰 stone carvings
Songcheng Park
Ming-era architectural complex with nightly Impressions West Lake show
Tips
Visit 西湖 before 8:30 AM to avoid crowds
What to Eat: Hangzhou Food Guide
Recommended Restaurants
1. Lou Wai Lou
Lakefront dining since 1848 with panoramic West Lake views
2. Gourmet Dumpling Restaurant
30+ xiaolongbao variations, 10-minute walk from 河坊街
Signature Dishes
1. West Lake Fish in Vinegar Gravy
Tangy sweet-and-sour carp from West Lake
2. Longjing Shrimp
Dragon Well green tea-infused shrimp
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