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1 day · Hangzhou itinerary

Hangzhou in 1 Day: The Perfect One-Day Itinerary

Only have one day in Hangzhou? Lake and temple. Here is how to spend one perfect day — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1West Lake
  2. 2Leifeng Pagoda
  3. 3Lingyin Temple
  4. 4Hefang Street

Morning: the lake

A West Lake boat cruise.

Midday: the temple

Ancient Lingyin.

Afternoon: the old street

Hefang Street snacks.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Hangzhou — prices per person.

Zhujiajiao Water Town Tour from Shanghai with Boat Ride Option
Shanghai
Zhujiajiao Water Town Tour from Shanghai with Boat Ride Option
5.0(47)·4–5 hours
from$126/ person
via Viator
Kyoto: Zen Meditation at a Private Temple with a Monk
Kyoto
Kyoto: Zen Meditation at a Private Temple with a Monk
5.0(122)·1h 30min
from$97/ person
via Viator
Hoi An street food tour
Hoi An
Hoi An street food tour
5.0(95)·3 hours
from$40/ person
via Viator
Zuiyi Hangzhou Impression West Lake Show Ticket
Hangzhou
Zuiyi Hangzhou Impression West Lake Show Ticket
5.0(23)·1 hour
from$75/ person
via Viator
Beijing to Datong See YunGang Cave, Hanging Temple (Bullet Train)
Beijing
Beijing to Datong See YunGang Cave, Hanging Temple (Bullet Train)
5.0(49)·12–15 hours
from$417/ person
via Viator
Hanoi Street Eats And Bites
Hanoi
Hanoi Street Eats And Bites
5.0(70)·3h 30min
from$36/ person
via Viator
Hangzhou Private Flexible Day Tour with West Lake Boat Cruise
Hangzhou
Hangzhou Private Flexible Day Tour with West Lake Boat Cruise
5.0(15)·6–8 hours
from$150/ person
via Viator
Luoyang Private Day tour to Longmen Grottoes and Shaolin temple
Luoyang
Luoyang Private Day tour to Longmen Grottoes and Shaolin temple
5.0(24)·9–10 hours
from$270/ person
via Viator

Hangzhou in 1 day — FAQ

Can you see Hangzhou in one day?
Yes — cruise West Lake, visit Lingyin Temple, and stroll the Hefang old street.
What is the best one-day tour in Hangzhou?
A West Lake cruise combined with Lingyin Temple is ideal for one day.
Is one day enough in Hangzhou?
One day covers the highlights; add days for tea, wetlands and food.

Explore more in Hangzhou

West LakeLingyin TempleLongjing TeaXixi WetlandOld Street & Food