Xianghu Lake
Compared with the bustle of West Lake, Xianghu Lake is like a quiet, gentle beauty, ideal for travellers who prefer tranquillity.…
Xianghu Lake, Hangzhou · Yumeto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Key facts
- Admission
- Free admission; boat trips charged separately. Lake circuit sightseeing boat ¥60; Xianghu boat + Jinsha water play ¥75; vintage car tour ¥40; family combo ticket for Xianghu boat + Jinsha water play ¥113
- Time needed
- 0.5–1 day
- Getting there
- Near Yuefeng Tower (越风楼) bus stop
- Guidebook rating
- 3 / 5
From China Self Guided Travel 2025, page 1136. Open in Google Maps
About Xianghu Lake
Compared with the bustle of West Lake, Xianghu Lake is like a quiet, gentle beauty, ideal for travellers who prefer tranquillity. Yilan Pavilion on the mountaintop offers the best view of Xianghu Lake and the Qiantang River. From the pavilion, you can look west over the vast expanse of Xianghu Lake. The Eight Scenes of Xianghu Lake are: Ancient Reflections on City Hill, Dawn Light, Evening Bells from Yangqi, Distant Views from Yilan Pavilion, Moonlight over the Lake, Clouds Reflected on the Lake's Heart, Boat Songs on Hengtang, and Kiln Smoke at the Foot of the Mountain.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Xianghu Lake cost?
Admission to Xianghu Lake is Free admission; boat trips charged separately. Lake circuit sightseeing boat ¥60; Xianghu boat + Jinsha water play ¥75; vintage car tour ¥40; family combo ticket for Xianghu boat + Jinsha water play ¥113, as listed in the 2025 guidebook. Prices can change; check the official channel before you go.
How do I get to Xianghu Lake?
Near Yuefeng Tower (越风楼) bus stop
How long should I spend at Xianghu Lake?
Plan on 0.5–1 day for Xianghu Lake.
Where is Xianghu Lake?
Xianghu Lake is in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, in the East China of China. No. 112 Xianghu Road, Xiaoshan District, Hangzhou
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