Date night · Hangzhou, China
12 Romantic Spots in Hangzhou for Couples
West Lake sets the tone. The rest of romantic Hangzhou follows, ranked by real visits.
Chosen by setting (gardens, viewpoints, waterfronts, old towns), ranked by traveler review volume out of 41 tracked Hangzhou places. Updated monthly.
West Lake
Outdoor & funWest Lake is a UNESCO World Heritage site and the iconic freshwater lake in Hangzhou, China.
Read our full guide →West Lake Colored Port View Fish Garden
Park & natureFree entryWest 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 & natureFree entryPing 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 →Bai Causeway
Park & natureFree entryBai Causeway is one of the most iconic landmarks along Hangzhou's West Lake, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Read our full guide →Hangzhou Botanical Garden
Park & natureHangzhou Botanical Garden is a lush oasis nestled at the foot of the Xixi Hills in the Xihu District.
Read our full guide →Hangzhou Zoo
Park & natureHangzhou Zoo is a popular family-friendly attraction located at the foot of Hupao Hill in the scenic Xihu District.
Read our full guide →Duan Bridge
LandmarkFree entryDuan Bridge, also known as Broken Bridge, is one of the most iconic landmarks along Hangzhou's West Lake.
Read our full guide →Hangzhou Manjue Long Scenic Resort
Park & natureFree entryHangzhou 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 →Children's Park
Park & natureFree entryChildren's Park is a beloved green space in Hangzhou, located near the scenic West Lake area.
Read our full guide →Xixi National Wetland Park
Park & natureXixi National Wetland Park is a vast protected wetland on Hangzhou's western edge, offering a network of rivers, ponds, and marshes.
Read our full guide →Gongchen Bridge
LandmarkGongchen Bridge is a graceful three-arch stone bridge spanning the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal, dating back to the Qing dynasty.
Read our full guide →Broken Bridge (Hangzhou)
LandmarkBroken Bridge, despite its name, is not broken but is a picturesque stone bridge on the northern causeway of West Lake.
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How we pick these
Romantic spots in Hangzhou — views, quiet corners and special-occasion places — ranked by reviews from the 41 places we track. Updated monthly.
Good to know
Sunset makes the viewpoints; dinner spots are calmest just after they open.
Reserve ahead for standout restaurants and anything with a view.
Weekday evenings in Hangzhou are far less crowded than weekends.
Common questions
Where should couples go in Hangzhou?+
The list above ranks the most romantic, highly-rated places in Hangzhou, from scenic viewpoints to intimate dinners.
Is Hangzhou good for a romantic trip?+
Yes — this page gathers the spots couples rate most highly for a special trip.
What's a good date idea in Hangzhou?+
Pair a sunset viewpoint with dinner nearby, or a quiet walk followed by drinks at one of the spots above.
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