Daily Life Services—Hotel Reservation

Foreign travelers can book online through Trip.com (official website, app or Alipay mini program TripHotels) and pay directly with an international bank card, or make hotel reservations by telephone or other means. ...

A big welcome to Daria, Hangzhoufeel’s AI anchor! She is presenting you with the buzzwords of this year’s Two Sessions in English, Spanish, Russian, and more languages.

A big welcome to Daria, Hangzhoufeel’s AI anchor! She is presenting you with the buzzwords of this year’s Two Sessions in English, Spanish, Russian, and more languages. ...

What is Hangzhou

Useful Information Before Your Journey

Means of payment In Hangzhou, you can use RMB notes, bank card and mobile phone to pay. You are advised to open your WeChat or Alipay to scan or show payment code to pay. 144-hour visa-free transit policy Under this policy, passengers from 53 countries can enter or exit Xiaosha ...

Start of Autumn

At the Start of Autumn, the crisp breeze in sunlit sighs breathes summer's last lullaby. Sunflower seeds ripen to exhale their golden prose, while autumn hums its tender themes through time's own stream. ...

On Beginning of Summer, stay refreshed in harmony with nature

Today marks the Beginning of Summer, When yang energy surges and plants thrive. Let’s welcome the coming heat with calm composure. ...

Simple tips during Grain rain to help you stay healthy

The drizzle has just paused. Here comes the last solar term of spring, Hold off on the heat and humidity, please. For I haven't yet had my fill of the lingering charm of spring blossoms in Hangzhou. ...

Why Chinese place so much value on Qingming Festival?

In April, Hangzhou is at its most enchanting, with flowers in full bloom. The name of the solar term “Qingming” literally means Pure Brightness. ...

Why Chinese fly kites during Spring Equinox

Today, day and night are of equal length.Are you ready to embrace the more intense sunshine? ...

Don't hit pause on your spring adventures!

This season is perfect for exploring tea garden trails! ...

A cherry blossom haven just an hour's drive from downtown HZ

Are you feeling bored because you still haven't figured out where to relax on the weekend? ...

Forbes recommends five must-do activities in Hangzhou

What’s your “China Travel” plan? Are you ready to explore Hangzhou? Recently, Forbes published an article on its website about five must-do activities in Hangzhou. Check out its top recommendations as a reference for your itinerary! ...

Embrace sunny days with blooming lotuses and water lilies

The plum rain season is expected to end on July 3 or 4 in Hangzhou. Why not visit the West Lake to enjoy the blooming lotuses and water lilies in the upcoming sunny days? The Lotuses and Water Lilies Exhibition from Five Cities kicked off at Qianwang Temple on June 24. The e ...

Stunning bicolor water lily spotted at Hangzhou's West Lake Scenic Area

As summer approaches, water lilies gradually bloom in the waters near Three Pools Mirroring the Moon at Hangzhou's West Lake Scenic Area. Among them, several bicolor flowers have attracted numerous tourists. ...

West Lake night tour buses return with two new scenic routes

Over 16 years ago, open-top night buses around West Lake were a beloved summer tradition in Hangzhou, with scenic routes like "Night Tour Line 1" and "Night Tour Line 9" offering breezy rides past landmarks and along Yanggong Causeway (picturesque causeway running along the west side of West Lake). ...

Secret stargazing spots near Hangzhou

Perseid Meteor Shower – The Crown Jewel of the Northern Hemisphere’s Top Three Meteor Showers – Peaks Soon! ...

Wild & active: a mountain stream getaway in Hangzhou

Are you looking for a great place to relax and escape from the flaming weather? Try Fuyang District in HZ for a two days’ weekend trip during this summer vacation! ...

Scream-worthy rapids: rafting escapes around Hangzhou

As the scorching summer heat rolls in, there’s no better way to cool off than by diving into the exhilarating world of river rafting. ...

What's the thing you can’t leave home without during this season

Since officially entering the Plum Rain Season on June 7, Hangzhou has been experiencing day after day of continuous rain. The Plum Rain Season (梅雨 méiyǔ) a unique weather phenomenon in East Asia, primarily affecting China’s Yangtze River Delta including Hangzhou, Japan, and South Korea. It occurs a ...

HZ to issue meal voucher for 11 consecutive days

Good news! The new round of "Eat in Hangzhou" meal vouchers will soon be distributed. These vouchers will be available every day from 10:00 AM on December 20 to 10:00 AM on December 30. Here’s how to get them: ...

Experience culinary delight following latest Michelin Guide HZ!

On Apr 29, the “Michelin Guide Hangzhou 2024” was unveiled at a press conference, releasing its second edition of culinary accolades. ...

Ancient town Tonglu, the county of food

Ancient town Tonglu, the county of food. The delicious food and the beautiful scenery of Tonglu complement each other. Provincial intangible cultural heritage "Sixteen Huiqie", known as the "Manchu-Han Imperial Feast" of Tonglu. "Tongjiang fish banquet", "Tongjun tonic diet health preserv ...

Famous dishes in Binjiang

Binjiang "ten bowl head", in the past, Binjiang District used to be used for wedding banquet, birthday and birthday wine, even in the first month of the hospitality, etc., the table chicken, duck and fish dishes will reach ten bowls, commonly known as "ten bowls head", take the meaning of ...

Dining in Yuhang

Yuhang is located in the fertile Hangjiahu Plain, where the meandering Grand Canal nourishes a region of land. Good mountains and good water also bring abundant ingredients, such as bamboo shoots, honey pears, tea, river delicacies, wild vegetables, and rice, which have become frequent gue ...

Daily Life Services—Transportation

Identification documents. Foreign travelers can use the following valid identification documents when purchasing tickets or paying for the extended trip at the railway station's ticket windows or ticket agents, or on trains... ...

Hangzhouxi offers FREE rest lounge for overnight passengers

During Typhoon Co-may (Tropical Storm level) landfall in Zhejiang Province last week........ ...

Smoother Train-to-Metro transfer at Hangzhou Railway Station

Starting from late May, passengers arriving at Hangzhou Railway Station can transfer directly to Metro Line 1 or Line 5 via the A2 metro entrance—save them the hassle of going through a second security check, as there is a special transfer corridor now that connects the railway exit directly to the ...

Upgraded services on HZ Metro make travel easier

Recently, Hangzhou Metro’s Guanyintang Station introduced a cart rental service to help passengers transport large items, especially those heading to the popular Sijiqing Market. At Exit B2 of the station, self-service rental carts are now available. Each cart can carry up to 50 kilograms and is des ...

Travel with your furry friends by train? Now it’s possible!

Want to travel with your furry friend but feel limited to self-driving? Now, they can join you on the high-speed train! ...

Tips to Ward off Mosquito‑Borne Diseases

A recent chikungunya outbreak in certain areas in southern China has drawn public attention. ...

Medical treatment in Binjiang

High-tech Zone (Binjiang) is rich in medical resources, not only has the Children's Hospital affiliated to Zhejiang University School of Medicine (Binjiang Hospital), the Second Hospital affiliated to Zhejiang University School of Medicine (Binjiang Hospital), Hangzhou Armed Police Hospita ...

Health institutions in Tonglu

There are 362 health institutions in Tonglu County, including 2 county-level health units, which are county Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (hanging  the brand of County Health Supervision Institute) and County pre-hospital Medical Emergency Command Center. There are 219 pu ...

Health in Yuhang

Yuhang has abundant medical resources such as the First Affiliated Hospital (Headquarters) of Zhejiang University School of Medicine, the Second People's Hospital of Yuhang District, and the Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine (Xixi Campus). In 2023, Yuhang vigorou ...

Medical Care in Xiaoshan

Xiaoshan District has abundant medical resources. In 2022, the "deepening the reform of county-level medical community and promoting the development of high-level county-level hospitals" was awarded with the provincial government's supervision incentive. The innovative exploration ...

A simple tap to check in!

Join Daria and claim your Hangzhou Pass on AI Hangzhou through the Alipay app to enjoy a more convenient life in Hangzhou. ...

Apple Pay now available with Hangzhou Transit Card!

Now, getting around Hangzhou just got easier. Simply add your Hangzhou Transit Card to Apple Pay, you can tap your iPhone or Apple Watch to ride subways and buses across the city—fast, secure, and hassle-free. ...

Tap and stay — hassle-free hotel check-in for foreign travelers

Often stay in Hangzhou hotels? We have great news for you — with just one NFC tap at reception, you can now complete check-in in under a minute! Here’s how it works. ...

Daily Life Services—Exchange of Foreign Currencies

Overseas visitors to China can exchange foreign currencies for RMB cash in advance in relevant countries or regions before arriving in China. Each visitor is allowed to carry up to RMB 20,000 in cash when entering or leaving the country. ...

Daily Life Services—RMB Exchange

Outlets of China's commercial banks provide exchange services for small RMB notes. Foreigners can request an exchange at the counter or self-service equipment as necessary, or they can obtain a change purse product containing equivalent RMB cash of different denominations at the counter. ...

I want to tour China by driving my own vehicle; what type of visa should I apply for?

You should apply for a L-visa for a special tour. A special tour includes: mountain climbing, self-driving, hiking, cycling, horse-riding, hot air balloon, or other expeditions. You need to provide a visa notification issued by China National Tourism Administration or the tourism administration o ...

Can I apply for a visa online?

For the time being, you cannot apply for a visa through the internet, however you can complete your application form online. ...

How do I extend the duration of stay of a Chinese visa?

Some types of visas may be extended. You may apply for extension of the duration of stay of your visa at a local public security authority at the county level and above before the expiration of your stay. Overstay will violate the law of China and will result in punishment. ...

Can a foreigner apply for Chinese nationality as a spouse of a Chinese citizen?

According to the Nationality Law of the People's Republic of China, foreign nationals or stateless persons who are willing to abide by China's constitution and laws and who meet one of the following conditions may be naturalized upon approval of their applications: (1) They are near relativ ...