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Things to do in West Lake (Hangzhou)

Zhejiang, China

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Start with Walking or Cycling around West Lake, Boat Ride to Three Pools Mirroring the Moon, Leifeng Pagoda Admission. Then use the full West Lake (Hangzhou) guide to compare travel tips, reach details, and nearby stays.

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Walking or Cycling around West Lake

3-4 hours | Easy | Bicycle rentals are around 5-20 CNY per hour

Boat Ride to Three Pools Mirroring the Moon

1.5 hours | Easy | Includes round-trip boat ticket and island entry

Leifeng Pagoda Admission

1.5 hours | Easy | Provides panoramic views of the entire West Lake

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Rent a bicycle to ride across the willow-lined Su Causeway and take a traditional wooden boat to the Three Pools Mirroring the Moon.

Travel tip

Rent a public shared bike to cover the long causeways easily.

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