Shangcheng Travel Guide
Hangzhou
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Popular places to visit
Liulang Wenying Park
Explore the great outdoors at Liulang Wenying Park, a lovely green space in Hangzhou. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
West Lake
Shimmering waters, misty mountains and large pagodas characterize this area of outstanding natural beauty that has inspired many poets and artists.
Lingyin Temple
This ancient temple is one of the largest and most extravagant temples in China, with soaring ceilings and hundreds of statues.
Broken Bridge
Visit this serene spot to photograph the reflection of Hangzhou’s most famous bridge and walk to an island with museums, nature trails and restaurants.
Hangzhou Botanical Garden
Stroll through this inner-city green space, which is covered with native plants, such as plum trees, and has decorative pavilions, kiosks and a lake.
Wushan Night Market
During your trip to Hangzhou, you can do some window-shopping at Wushan Night Market. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Things to do
Authentic Hangzhou Longjing Tea Culture Experience Tour
Best of Hangzhou: A Comprehensive Tour of the City's Top Sights
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Top hotels in Shangcheng
Grand Hyatt Hangzhou
A stay at the Grand Hyatt Hangzhou is defined by its breathtaking position on West Lake, where the views alone make it unforgettable. Waking to the stillness of the water from your room is pure magic. The rooms are spacious and beautifully appointed, with a sense of understated opulence and thoughtful ...
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Sofitel Hangzhou Westlake
The hotel’s location is fantastic! So close to Westlake and the shopping malls, all within walking distance. Room was clean and the bathroom was nice. Wished the opening hours of the pool was earlier and not 11.30am.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
EVEN Hotel Hangzhou West Lake by IHG
Canopy by Hilton Hangzhou West Lake
clean room, friendly staff, great location, close to west lake, shopping center and restaurant
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Nostalgia S Hotel(HangzhouHefang Old Street）
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. I was there for two nights after having a business trip to Shanghai and enjoyed my time in this charming city. I have never had a hotel staff be more attentive and helpful in my 25 years of traveling for business. In Shanghai, I stayed at a hotel that cost five ...
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Zheda Yuanzheng Lanshe Hotel
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Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shangcheng
Hefang Street
Get to know Hefang Street and its many features like its museums and monuments. You might want to explore sights like Qinghefang Old Street and Hu Xueyan Former Residence, and you can jump on the metro at Jiangcheng Road Station or Wushan Square Station to get around the city.
Qianjiang New Town
While you're in Qianjiang New Town, take in top sights like Hangzhou Grand Theatre or MIXC Mall, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Citizen Center Metro Station or Chengxing Road Station.
Downtown Hangzhou
While you're in Downtown Hangzhou, take in top sights like Hangzhou China Silk Town or Wulin Square, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at North Jianguo Road Station or Baoshan Bridge Station.
Jianggan
Get to know Jianggan and its many features like its museums and lake views. You might want to explore sights like MIXC Mall and Hangzhou Grand Theatre, and you can jump on the metro at Qianjiang Road Station or Xinye Road Station to get around the city.
Xihu
You might take some time to check out the lake views in Xihu. Spend some time visiting top spots like West Lake, and catch the metro at Huanglong Sports Center Station or Huanglong Cave Station to see more of the area.
Binjiang
Visitors to Binjiang like its restaurants. Jump on the metro at Jucai Road Station or Chengye Road Station to see top sights like Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center while you're in the area.
