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7 Days in Hangzhou

A full week in Hangzhou — every corner of West Lake, tea culture immersion, and Grand Canal exploration.

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Best time: March-May or September-NovemberBudget: mid-range

Quick Answer

Is 7 days enough for Hangzhou?

7 days is the sweet spot for Hangzhou: enough time for the must-sees plus one day trip or food/rest day.

Source: NihaoVisit Hangzhou guide

7-day Hangzhou itinerary at a glance

Use our full Hangzhou travel guide as the base and adapt it to 7 days. Keep the city's three signature attractions as the backbone; fill the rest with neighborhood walks, food markets, and an easy day trip.

West Lake (four different times of day)Lingyin Temple & Feilai Feng CavesLongjing Tea VillageSix Harmonies PagodaGrand Canal (full journey)Xiangshan StreetQiantang River Bridge
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Day 1

West Lake — Sunrise Circuit

Dawn at Broken Island. Walk to Leifeng Pagoda at sunset.

West Lake, Hangzhou, China
  1. West Lake
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Day 2

West Lake — Islands by Boat

Full morning on the lake islands. Afternoon at Quyuan Fengqing.

Scenes from Hangzhou, China
  1. West Lake
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Day 3

Lingyin Temple

Arrive at 7 AM before tour groups. Ancient caves and peak views.

Lingyin Temple, Hangzhou, China
  1. Lingyin Temple
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Day 4

Longjing Tea Culture

Full day at Longjing Dragon Well. Tea picking, tasting, and village walk.

Longjing Tea Plantation, Hangzhou, China
  1. Longjing Tea Plantation
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Day 5

Grand Canal

Morning to evening boat journey. Historical warehouse districts.

Grand Canal (Hangzhou Section), Hangzhou, China
  1. Grand Canal (Hangzhou Section)
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Day 6

Six Harmonies & Qiantang

Six Harmonies Pagoda (brick pagoda, 60m). Evening Qiantang River bridge lights.

Six Harmonies Pagoda, Hangzhou, China
  1. Six Harmonies Pagoda
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Day 7

Final Morning & Shopping

Last stroll along Bai Causeway. Buy Longjing tea and silk.

Scenes from Hangzhou, China
  1. West Lake

Budget for 7 days in Hangzhou

TierPer day7 days total
BackpackerUSD $50–$80USD $350–$560
Mid-rangeUSD $100–$200USD $700–$1,400
LuxuryUSD $300+USD $2,100+

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Frequently asked questions

What is the daily budget for Hangzhou?
Budget travelers: USD $50–$80/day. Mid-range: $100–$200/day. Luxury: $300+/day. These cover hotel, three meals, transit, and one paid attraction per day.
Do I need a visa to visit Hangzhou?
It depends on your passport — see our <a href="/china-visa-2026/">China visa guide</a> for the latest country-by-country list. Most Western passport holders can enter visa-free for 30 days as of 2026.
How do I get from the airport to the center of Hangzhou?
Hangzhou's main airport connects to the city center via airport bus, taxi, or metro where available. See the airport transfer section of our Hangzhou guide.
Can I use 7 days for both Hangzhou and a side trip?
Yes — with 7 days you can pair Hangzhou with one nearby city (e.g. a short rail or bus side trip) and still have buffer days.
Is Hangzhou safe for tourists?
Yes. Hangzhou has very low violent crime rates and is widely considered safe for foreign tourists. Standard petty-theft precautions apply. See our <a href="/is-china-safe-2026/">is China safe</a> page.

See also: Hangzhou travel guide, China visa 2026, China trip cost.