HangzhouFree things to do in Hangzhou
10 places in Hangzhou you can enter for free — museums, parks, viewpoints and landmarks. The best below, by type.
Free museums & galleries in Hangzhou
- China National Silk Museum73-1 玉皇山路Mon 12:00-17:00 · Tue–Sun 09:00-17:00
- China National Tea Museum (Shuangfeng)88 龙井路Tue–Sun 09:00-16:00 · closed Mon
Free parks & viewpoints in Hangzhou
- Hangzhou Grand Canal Steelworks Park
- 太庙公园
- Gongshu Canal Sports Park
- West Lake Cultural Landscape of Hangzhou
- Orioles Singing in the Willows
- Zizhu Garden230 南山路
- Xixi National Wetland Park
When museums in China open free entry
Yes. Some museums are always free; many others open free entry on a set day each month (often the first Sunday) or in the late evening. Check each museum's website before you go.
Free & cheap tours in Hangzhou
A free walking tour runs on tips; there are also short low-cost tours. Check availability for your dates.
Tickets for attractions in Hangzhou, booking ahead skips the queue.
Answers to your questions
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