Costs nothing · Hangzhou, China
15 Free Things to Do in Hangzhou
Hangzhou without spending: 15 places with confirmed free entry, ranked by the travelers who went.
Free means verified: each entry policy here is checked, out of 41 tracked Hangzhou places. Updated monthly.
West Lake Colored Port View Fish Garden
Park & natureWest Lake Colored Port View Fish Garden, also known as Huagang Guanyu, is one of the most beloved attractions within the West Lake Scenic Area in Hangzhou.
Read our full guide →Ping Hu Qiu Yue
Park & naturePing Hu Qiu Yue, meaning 'Autumn Moon on Calm Lake', is one of the most beloved scenic spots along Hangzhou's West Lake.
Read our full guide →National Tea Museum
MuseumThe National Tea Museum in Hangzhou offers a deep dive into China's tea heritage.
Read our full guide →Bai Causeway
Park & natureBai Causeway is one of the most iconic landmarks along Hangzhou's West Lake, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Read our full guide →Duan Bridge
LandmarkDuan Bridge, also known as Broken Bridge, is one of the most iconic landmarks along Hangzhou's West Lake.
Read our full guide →Quyuanfenghe
LandmarkQuyuanfenghe, also known as the 'Breeze-Ruffled Lotus at Quyuan,' is a tranquil park located along the northern shore of West Lake in Hangzhou.
Read our full guide →Baochu Pagoda
LandmarkBaochu Pagoda stands on Baoshi Hill, a prominent landmark in Hangzhou's Xihu District.
Read our full guide →Yanggong Dike
LandmarkYanggong Dike is a peaceful, tree-lined causeway stretching along the western edge of West Lake in Hangzhou.
Read our full guide →Zhejiang Provincial Museum
MuseumThe Zhejiang Provincial Museum is a premier cultural institution located on the scenic Gushan Road near West Lake in Hangzhou.
Read our full guide →Wushan Square
LandmarkWushan Square is a bustling urban plaza situated at the intersection of Yan'an Road and Jiefang Road in Hangzhou's Shangcheng District.
Read our full guide →Hangzhou Manjue Long Scenic Resort
Park & natureHangzhou Manjue Long Scenic Resort is a sprawling natural area on the outskirts of Hangzhou, encompassing lush tea terraces, dense bamboo forests, and winding mountain trails.
Read our full guide →Wushan Night Market
NeighborhoodWushan Night Market is a bustling hub of activity in Hangzhou, drawing both locals and visitors with its vibrant street food scene and eclectic mix of stalls.
Read our full guide →Children's Park
Park & natureChildren's Park is a beloved green space in Hangzhou, located near the scenic West Lake area.
Read our full guide →Baoshi Mountain
SightBaoshi Mountain, also known as Precious Stone Hill, is a prominent landmark in Hangzhou's Xihu District.
Read our full guide →Wulin Square
LandmarkWulin Square is a major urban plaza in the heart of Hangzhou, serving as a hub for shopping, dining, and entertainment.
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How we pick these
Every place here is genuinely free to enter. We filter the 41 Hangzhou places we track down to those with no admission charge, then rank them by traveler reviews. Updated monthly.
Good to know
A few museums are free only on set days — check opening info before you go.
Entry is free, but transport, snacks and lockers in Hangzhou still add up.
Free attractions draw crowds; mornings are usually the calmest.
Common questions
What can you do for free in Hangzhou?+
This list ranks the best no-cost things to do in Hangzhou, from parks and viewpoints to museums with free entry.
Are there free museums in Hangzhou?+
Some museums are free all the time and others on specific days. The verified-free ones are included above.
Is Hangzhou expensive to visit?+
You can see a lot of Hangzhou on a tight budget by leaning on the free attractions here and eating where locals do.
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