Walk 100,000 steps around West Lake, and you'll still love this secret route

The beauty of West Lake is vast and profound, but many people say it's "not fun" after visiting. This is because they haven't found the right way to explore it. If you just rush to Broken Bridge and Leifeng Pagoda and get caught up in the crowds, you'll miss the essence of West Lake. Today, we'll show you a beautiful route to explore the hidden West Lake and avoid the crowds! Itinerary 🚇 Start from Exit C of Wushan Square Station on Line 7, cleverly avoiding the crowded section of Longxiangqiao on Line 1, and begin your leisurely journey. 🌳 First, go to Orioles Singing in the Willows to feel the poetic spring breeze and the melodious singing of orioles. Then, head to Qianwang Temple Pier and take a boat to Three Pools Mirroring the Moon for CNY 70. Compared to the No. 1 and No. 2 Park Piers, there are fewer people in line here, so you can start your water tour faster. When you arrive at Three Pools Mirroring the Moon Island, don't miss the "My Heart Pavilion," a great photo spot. When you leave the island, choose Huagang Fish Pond Pier to seamlessly connect to the next beautiful scenery. 🌸 Walk through Huagang Fish Pond, exit from the west gate, and encounter Turtle Pond along the way. Finally, you'll reach the fairyland-like Yuhu Bay. Stroll on Jihong Bridge and watch the rowing boats slowly glide across the water, and you'll feel relaxed. 🏯 Next, go to Jingci Temple and Leifeng Pagoda, which are across the street from each other. The tickets are CNY 10 and CNY 40, respectively, and you can choose one to visit. There are fewer tourists at Jingci Temple, and it also has a great spot for taking photos with Leifeng Pagoda, so don't miss it. 🚌 Take Bus 1314 at the entrance of Leifeng Pagoda for only CNY 2, and you can experience a roller coaster-like journey along Yang Causeway to Maojiabu. 🏞️ Guo's Villa is a representative of classical gardens in Hangzhou. The ticket is CNY 10. It's small and exquisite, with a view at every step, showing the charm of Jiangnan. 🚍 Take a sightseeing bus from the entrance of Quyuan Fenghe to Broken Bridge. The sightseeing buses are green and blue, costing CNY 10 per stop, and wooden, costing CNY 20 per stop. You can also enjoy the beautiful scenery of Xiling Bridge and Bai Causeway along the way. This route connects the essence of West Lake, allowing you to enjoy a relaxing tour and freely choose your favorite places to explore in depth. It will let you truly appreciate the unique charm of West Lake. What are you waiting for? Plan your trip now!