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Su Causeway and around
A day in Hangzhou · 9:30–15:30 · 4 stops
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mapvivid.com/hangzhou/itineraries/su-causeway-and-aroundA walking day around Su Causeway, Yue Fei Temple and Zhejiang Provincial Museum (Gushan), with a lunch break nearby and Broken Bridge to end the day.
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Morning
9:301Tree-lined Song-dynasty causeway crossing West Lake.
- Cycle it for the best experience
- Best in spring blossoms
↓ 13 min walk
10:452Yue Fei Temple ↗30 min
Temple and tomb honouring the Song general Yue Fei.
- Read the statue inscriptions
- Allow 1 hour
↓ 11 min walk
11:303Zhejiang Provincial Museum (Gushan) ↗1 h 30 min
Major provincial museum on Gushan island by West Lake.
- Free but reserve entry
- Passport needed
Lunch
13:00Lunch break nearby · Find restaurants nearby on Google Maps ↗
↓ 24 min walk
Afternoon
14:304Famous stone bridge from the Legend of the White Snake.
- Beautiful after winter snowfall
- Very crowded at midday
Good to know. Times are a guide for an unhurried pace. Check opening days before you go.
Hangzhou tips
Cultural
- Taste Longjing tea: Hangzhou is famous for Dragon Well green tea; visit the tea villages like Longjing or Meijiawu to sip it where it is grown.
- Try classic Hangzhou dishes: Look for Dongpo pork, West Lake vinegar fish and shrimp stir-fried with Longjing tea leaves, all local specialities.
- Respect temple etiquette: At Lingyin Temple and other Buddhist sites, speak quietly, avoid pointing at statues and ask before photographing monks.
Local Hacks
- Set up Alipay before arrival: Link a foreign card to Alipay or WeChat Pay in advance, as many shops, buses and stalls in Hangzhou rarely take cash.
- See the lake at dawn: Arrive at West Lake early in the morning to watch locals do tai chi and enjoy the views before tour groups arrive.
- Skip Hefang Street crowds: For snacks and old-town atmosphere, explore the quieter lanes nearby rather than the busiest stretch of Hefang Street.
Saving
- Enjoy West Lake for free: Walking the lakeshore, Bai and Su Causeways and many lakeside gardens costs nothing and covers the city's most famous views.
- Eat at local canteens: Small noodle shops and neighbourhood eateries serve hearty bowls of pian'erchuan noodles for far less than tourist restaurants by the lake.
- Take high-speed rail: Trains from Hangzhou East reach Shanghai, Suzhou and Huangshan quickly and cheaply, making day trips simple without a tour.
Security
- Watch the tea touts: Be wary of friendly strangers inviting you to a tea tasting near West Lake; these can end with a hugely inflated bill.
- Mind crowds on holidays: West Lake and Lingyin Temple get packed during Golden Week and national holidays; keep phones and wallets secure in the crush.
- Carry your passport: Hotels, train tickets and some attractions require your passport for ID checks, so keep it with you when moving around.
Transportation
- Ride the Metro: Hangzhou's metro network links West Lake, the main rail stations and the airport; scan a QR code in Alipay or WeChat to tap through the gates.
- Use Didi for taxis: The Didi app has an English interface and links to Alipay, so you avoid language barriers and fare disputes with street taxis.
- Cycle around West Lake: Shared bikes and the city's public bike system make the lakeside loop and Su Causeway easy to explore at your own pace.
Weather/Clothing
- Prepare for plum rain: June often brings weeks of drizzle and humidity; pack a compact umbrella, quick-dry clothes and shoes that handle puddles.
- Dress light in summer: July and August are hot and very humid; breathable fabrics, a hat and sunscreen help when walking around the lake.
- Layer up in winter: Winters are damp and chilly and many older buildings lack strong heating, so bring a warm coat and layers.
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Day 1 of 39:30–15:304 stops
Su Causeway and around
A walking day around Su Causeway, Yue Fei Temple and Zhejiang Provincial Museum (Gushan), with a lunch break nearby and Broken Bridge to end the day.
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Morning
109:30 · 1 hTree-lined Song-dynasty causeway crossing West Lake.
3 tips
- Cycle it for the best experience
- Best in spring blossoms
- Six bridges to cross
📷 Photos
13 min walk
210:45 · 30 minTemple and tomb honouring the Song general Yue Fei.
3 tips
- Read the statue inscriptions
- Allow 1 hour
- Near the lake north shore
📷 Photos
11 min walk
311:30 · 1 h 30 minMajor provincial museum on Gushan island by West Lake.
3 tips
- Free but reserve entry
- Passport needed
- Allow 2 hours
📷 Photos
Lunch
Lunch break nearby · 13:00
Find restaurants nearby on Google Maps24 min walk
Afternoon
414:30 · 1 hFamous stone bridge from the Legend of the White Snake.
3 tips
- Beautiful after winter snowfall
- Very crowded at midday
- Walk on to Baidi Causeway
📷 Photos
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