Shangcheng Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A sunset over a calm lake with a traditional pavilion on the left and mountains in the background.
A sunset over a lake with a pagoda and traditional houses.
A traditional Chinese pavilion by a calm lake at night.
A traditional Chinese pavilion by a body of water at night.
A riverside promenade with people walking, trees lining the path, and a distant tower.

Stay near popular Shangcheng attractions

MIXC Mall

8.2/10 (20 reviews)
During your visit to Hangzhou, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at MIXC Mall. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
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Activities

Picture 5 for Activity Chinese Philosophy of Diet in Hangzhou: Zen Food Tour

Chinese Philosophy of Diet in Hangzhou: Zen Food Tour

NZ$59
per adult
Chinese Philosophy of Diet in Hangzhou: Zen Food Tour
Authentic Hangzhou Longjing Tea Culture Experience Tour

Authentic Hangzhou Longjing Tea Culture Experience Tour

NZ$93
per traveller
Authentic Hangzhou Longjing Tea Culture Experience Tour
Hangzhou:Qingshan Lake Cycling Experience

Hangzhou:Qingshan Lake Cycling Experience

NZ$63
per adult
Hangzhou:Qingshan Lake Cycling Experience
Shanghai Matcha Lake and West Lake Day Trip by Train

Shanghai Matcha Lake and West Lake Day Trip by Train

NZ$218
per adult
Shanghai Matcha Lake and West Lake Day Trip by Train
Ticket for Lingyin Feilai Peak Scenic Area

Hangzhou: Visit Lingyin Temple & Feilai Peak

NZ$16
per adult
Hangzhou: Visit Lingyin Temple & Feilai Peak
Zuiyi Hangzhou Show

Zuiyi Hangzhou Impression West Lake Show Ticket

NZ$132
per adult
Zuiyi Hangzhou Impression West Lake Show Ticket
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Our pick of the best Shangcheng Hotel Deals

Grand Hyatt Hangzhou

Grand Hyatt Hangzhou

5 out of 5
28 Hu Bin Road, Shangcheng District Hangzhou Zhejiang
The price is NZ$467 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
NZ$467
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions West Lake and No.2 Park are located ...
Grand Hyatt Hangzhou
Sofitel Hangzhou Westlake

Sofitel Hangzhou Westlake

5 out of 5
333 West Lake Avenue Hangzhou Zhejiang
The price is NZ$212 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
NZ$212
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very good! (552 reviews)
"Great place to stay, full of character and food options. Right next door to a beautiful garden. A few bakery's and places to eat around on the streets. A self service laundry also."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2026

Sofitel Hangzhou Westlake
Nostalgia S Hotel (Hangzhou West Lake Intime）

Nostalgia S Hotel (Hangzhou West Lake Intime）

3 out of 5
No. 56, Hefang Street Hangzhou Zhejiang
The price is NZ$79 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$79
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions West Lake and Museum of Traditional Chinese ...
Nostalgia S Hotel (Hangzhou West Lake Intime）
Hangzhou Marriott Hotel Qianjiang

Hangzhou Marriott Hotel Qianjiang

5 out of 5
No 399 Juyuan Road Hangzhou Zhejiang
The price is NZ$234 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$234
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions West Lake and MIXC Mall are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (186 reviews)
"It is a very beautiful property, situated right on the river. The river view at night is breathtaking with the night lights on. The service is good, the staff is friendly."

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026

Hangzhou Marriott Hotel Qianjiang
Conrad Hangzhou

Conrad Hangzhou

5 out of 5
228 Xinye Road, Jianggan District Hangzhou
The price is NZ$349 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
NZ$349
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions West Lake and Hangzhou City Planning Exhibition ...
Conrad Hangzhou
EVEN Hotel Hangzhou West Lake by IHG

EVEN Hotel Hangzhou West Lake by IHG

4 out of 5
Building B, Dongfang Jinzuo, Shangcheng District Hangzhou Zhejiang
The price is NZ$133 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
NZ$133
7 Dec - 8 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions West Lake and Wushan Night Market are located ...
EVEN Hotel Hangzhou West Lake by IHG
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Our guide on where to stay in Shangcheng

Find the best Shangcheng areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A traditional Chinese pavilion by a calm lake at night, reflecting the structure and city lights.

Xihu

You might take some time to check out the lake views in Xihu. Spend some time visiting top spots like Hangzhou Botanical Garden, and catch the metro at Huanglong Sports Center Station or Huanglong Cave Station to see more of the area.

A modern cityscape with high-rise buildings, a river, and a beach.

Downtown Hangzhou

While you're in Downtown Hangzhou, take in top sights like Hangzhou China Silk Town or Wulin Square, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at North Jianguo Road Station or Baoshan Bridge Station.

A cityscape with dense high-rise buildings, a river, and distant mountains.

Binjiang

Visitors to Binjiang like its restaurants. Jump on the metro at Jucai Road Station or Chengye Road Station to see top sights like Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center while you're in the area.

A large river with a pagoda, green spaces, and a city skyline in the background.

Xiaoshan

Xiaoshan is a destination travellers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at Yaqian Station or Kanshan Station to explore sights like Hangzhou Paradise Park.

A traditional garden with a pond, rocks, koi fish, and a pavilion.
Photo by Babak Mansourifar
Open Photo by Babak Mansourifar

Gongshu

Noted for its lake views and bars, there's plenty to explore in Gongshu. Top attractions like Westlake Culture Plaza and Hangzhou Tower Shopping Mall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Ping'an Bridge Station or Wujiajiao Port Station to see more of the city.

Shangcheng Travel Guide

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