Hangzhou travel guide — where to stay, what to do, and where to eat in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China.
Local currency: Renminbi / Yuan (CNY).
Daily budget by traveller style
Typical per-person daily spend in Hangzhou.
- Luxury
- Label Luxury traveler · Daily total ¥2,100-4,500+ (~$312.97-$670.64+) · Accommodation ¥1,300-3,000 (~$193.74-$447.09) at a 5-star hotel on West Lake · Food ¥450-950 (~$67.06-$141.58) at Michelin-listed restaurants, including a Hangzhou-cuisine tasting menu · Transport ¥180-380 (~$26.83-$56.63) in private cars or business-class high-speed rail · Activities ¥300-600 (~$44.71-$89.42) private tea ceremonies, private boat charters, and guided tours
Cost breakdown
Typical price ranges across major spending categories.
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Trip budgets by length
What a typical trip to Hangzhou costs end-to-end.
Weekend escape
A short city break covering essentials and a few highlights.
One-week tour
Comfortable pace including major attractions and day trips.
Two-week explorer
In-depth exploration covering multiple regions.
Money-saving tips
Practical ways to stretch your budget further.
Travel in shoulder season — fewer crowds and significantly lower accommodation rates.
Use public transport instead of taxis where possible. Day passes often pay for themselves after 3 trips.
Eat where locals eat — markets and neighbourhood eateries offer better food at a fraction of tourist-strip prices.
Book accommodation with kitchen access for longer stays so you can self-cater some meals.