Hangzhou travel tips
What it costs, how to get around and how to stay safe in Hangzhou, written for first-time visitors. Details such as prices and ticket rules change, so check official sources before you travel.
- Cost level
- Moderate
- Currency
- Chinese yuan (CNY).
- Emergency
- 110 for police, 120 for ambulance.
Budget & costs
Hangzhou on a budget: what it costs and where to save
Hangzhou is moderate, with high season rates.
ReadGetting around
Getting around Hangzhou: airport transfers, tickets and tips
Metro, buses and bikes cover the city.
ReadSafety & scams
Is Hangzhou safe? Scams, areas and what to know
Hangzhou is very safe.
ReadBest time to visit
Best time to visit Hangzhou: month-by-month guide
March to May and September to November.
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