EVEN Hotel Hangzhou West Lake Local area

West Lake, renowned for its picturesque landscapes and rich cultural heritage. With changing seasons, its beauty never fades, offering iconic sights like the Broken Bridge and Leifeng Pagoda, inspiring endless imagination. As a UNESCO World Heritage site, West Lake is a poetic blend of nature and history.

Hangzhou Hubin Yintai in77 blends international brands with local trendy culture. With multiple themed districts, it offers luxury goods, fashion, social spaces, and artistic experiences. As a landmark shopping area in Hangzhou, it is the ideal place to experience the city's vitality and culture in the West Lake business district.

Lingyin Temple, located on the northwest foothills of West Lake in Hangzhou, is one of China's most famous Buddhist temples, with a rich history and cultural significance. The temple features ancient architecture and a vibrant atmosphere, attracting many visitors and worshippers. Surrounded by lush greenery and serene waters, it offers an ideal experience of Hangzhou’s natural and cultural beauty. From the hotel, you can take the dedicated Lingyin Temple bus line at Longxiangqiao Bus Station.

Leifeng Pagoda, located on the southern shore of West Lake, is one of Hangzhou's most iconic ancient structures, standing strong after a thousand years of history. Every evening, as the sun sets, Leifeng Sunset is one of the top ten scenic spots of West Lake, with golden sunlight casting a beautiful outline on the tower, creating a picturesque scene. This is not only a great place for visitors to appreciate history, but also an ideal spot to enjoy the stunning beauty of West Lake.

Longjing Village, located on the southwest side of West Lake, is the birthplace of Longjing tea, surrounded by mountains. Wander through the tea gardens and experience the deep connection between nature and tea culture. Sipping a cup of Longjing tea in the lush gardens, you are immersed in its fragrant aroma and tranquility. Whether exploring the winding tea roads or experiencing traditional tea roasting, you’ll feel the unique charm and heritage of this tea village.

Tianmuli is an iconic art park that brings together offices, galleries, art centers, performance venues, and creative businesses. Designed as an oasis-like “city living room,” it serves as a hub for artistic life and cultural exchange. With the arrival of stylish brands, including China’s first Tsutaya Books, and the launch of lively markets, Tianmuli has quickly become one of the most popular destinations for young people in Hangzhou.

The Zhejiang Science and Technology Museum, located beside the Grand Canal and West Lake Cultural Square in Hangzhou, is the province’s largest science venue. It features exhibitions on space, meteorology, ocean, frontier technology, life sciences, energy, and robotics.

Xixi National Wetland Park, together with West Lake and Xiling Seal-Engravers’ Society, is famed as one of the “Three Xi’s (West) of Hangzhou.” As China’s first national wetland park, it blends urban, farming, and cultural wetlands. Visitors can enjoy boating, fishing, seasonal harvests, plum blossoms, boat tea and meals, or a fisherman’s tour, while immersing in its natural beauty, rustic charm, and cultural heritage.

A must-visit for animal lovers, Hangzhou Zoo is home to over 200 species of rare wildlife, from giant pandas, golden monkeys, and white-cheeked gibbons to Siberian tigers, Asian elephants, and red-crowned cranes. The zoo features more than 20 themed halls, including the Panda House, Elephant House, Goldfish Pavilion, Rare Monkeys Pavilion, Aviary, and Amphibian & Reptile House, offering a mix of adorable and fierce “residents” to explore.

Xiaohe Straight Street is a charming Hangzhou lane where elegance meets daily life. Centered on the quiet Yuhangtang River and lined with ancient houses, it reflects traditional commercial blocks of the Yangtze River Delta. Strolling past stone bridges and flowing water, you’ll find flower shops, handicraft workshops, teahouses, cafés, and restaurants, all radiating the slow-paced spirit, timeless beauty, and cultural richness of old Hangzhou.