Highlight

Story-rich guiding through historic district

explore Hangzhou’s historic district with a local guide who shares bite-sized tales hidden in centuries‑old buildings.

Hidden alleys among modern high‑rises

step into old neighborhoods and experience authentic daily life.

Bazaar buzz & local flavors

visit a bustling market, taste iconic street snacks, and soak up the lively atmosphere.

Hilltop panoramas in the old town

take in sweeping views of West Lake and the city from a pavilion without leaving the historic quarter.

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Itinerary

Part 1: Wuliu Alley Historic Block A peaceful alternative to busy West Lake, Wuliu Alley preserves the charm of a classic Jiangnan water town.

Stroll past whitewashed houses with black-tiled roofs lining narrow canals.

See neighbors chatting by the water and rinsing vegetables on stone steps - authentic scenes of daily life.

With preserved lanes, bridges, and waterways, Wuliu Alley is not a museum but a living neighborhood where past and present coexist.

Part 2: Gulou (Drum Tower) - Gateway to Old Hangzhou Once the ceremonial gatehouse of Song Imperial Street, Gulou marked the line between imperial order and everyday markets - a classic example of “front court, back market.”

Symbol of civic life: the drum once signaled time and rituals.

Today, Gulou still frames the view down the imperial avenue, leading naturally into Hefang and Qinghefang Streets - Hangzhou’s vibrant commercial heart.

Part 3: Damalong Alley - Open-Air Market

A 230‑meter stretch of old‑style street life, alive with the rhythms of daily shopping.

Watch locals buy fresh fish, vegetables, and seasonal fruits.

Taste authentic snacks like crispy fish, rice dumplings, and scallion pancake rolls.

With every season, the alley transforms - from ducks hung to marinate in soy, to fragrant dumpling leaves, to colorful fruit stalls - a vivid taste of Hangzhou’s everyday life.

Part 4: Wushan Park - Hangzhou’s Natural Viewing Platform

At the heart of the old city, Wushan Park offers sweeping views of both West Lake and the Qiantang River.

Enjoy cobblestone paths, ancient camphor trees, and stone cliff inscriptions.

Discover Republic‑era architecture, traditional teahouses, and open‑air opera gatherings.

From the Jianghu Pavilion, take in the city skyline and West Lake’s shimmering waters.