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Gongchen Bridge
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Gongchen Bridge is a graceful three-arch stone bridge spanning the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal, dating back to the Qing dynasty. As one of the canal's most iconic landmarks, it offers panoramic views of the waterway and the bustling canal-side neighborhoods. Visitors can walk across the bridge, observing traditional boats and modern barges passing beneath, and explore the adjacent historic streets lined with shops and teahouses. The bridge embodies Hangzhou's enduring connection to its canal history.
Don't miss
- Walk across the bridge for views of the Grand Canal and traditional canal boats.
- Photograph the bridge's elegant stone arches and intricate carvings.
- Explore the nearby Gongchen Bridge Historic Block with its old-style shops and eateries.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Gongchen Bridge
You can see Gongchen Bridge on your own. A tour is worth it for the story behind it, for transport, or for combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inAuthentic Hangzhou Longjing Tea Culture Experience Tour4.8★ · 38 travelers2-4 hoursFree cancellationFrom$53 per personSee dates →
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