Hangzhou Imperial Architecture Culture One-Day Private Tour: De Shou Palace + Shiwu Kui Lane + Climb Chenghuang Pavilion to overlook the beautiful West Lake + Stroll along Hefang Street Southern Song Imperial Street + Professional tour guide service throu
- A sense of time travel: From the Southern Song Dynasty Imperial Palace (De Shou Palace) to the alleys of the market (Shiwu Kui Lane), to the modern overlooking (Chenghuang Pavilion), and finally stepping into the bustling night market (Hefang Street/Imperial Street) where ancient and modern things blend together, you can experience the thousand-year history and different styles of Hangzhou in one day.
- Cultural immersion: In-depth experience of the royal culture of the Southern Song Dynasty, the life culture of the old city of Hangzhou, the folk culture of Wushan, and the commercial culture of the market.
- Visual feast: The digital restoration of De Shou Palace, the fireworks and humanities of Shiwu Kui Lane, the magnificent panoramic view of Chenghuang Pavilion, and the dazzling night view of Hefang, Imperial Street, each stop is extremely visually impactful.
- Combination of movement and stillness: There are both quiet site visits and high-rise views, as well as lively street alley walks and night market experiences, with a relaxed rhythm.
- Concentrated essence: This route connects the most representative historical and cultural attractions and landmark experience points in Hangzhou, which is efficient and rich in content.
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Chinese Guide Service
Inclusions
Admission to attractions
Chinese-speaking guide
Guided tour inside the attraction
Professional guide
Additional Info
Free for children with a height of 100cm or below
Passport (with 6 months validity)
Please refer to the venue's official website for more information about PWD accessibility
What's included in Hangzhou Imperial Architecture Culture One-Day Private Tour: De Shou Palace + Shiwu Kui Lane + Climb Chenghuang Pavilion to overlook the beautiful West Lake + Stroll along Hefang Street Southern Song Imperial Street + Professional tour guide service throu
(Subject to Option Inclusions)- Departure: Meet the operator at . Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. You can choose to depart at the following times: 09:00. Make sure you take part at the time you selected at booking, After the customer places an order, the tour guide will contact you 1~2 days in advance.Please arrive at the location 15 mins before the departure time
- [Attraction/experience] 1 hour(s) 30 min(s), Guided tour, Deoksugung Palace, Hangzhou Deshou Palace, also known as the Southern Song Dynasty Deshou Palace Ruins Museum, is an important historical and cultural site in China. It is not only one of the highest-profile and most important royal palaces in the Southern Song Dynasty, but also the only one in China that is currently systematically protected, excavated, and one of the most important royal palaces.
- [Attraction/experience] 2 hour(s), Guided tour, 十五奎巷, Hangzhou Shiwukui Lane is an old lane full of the atmosphere of the city, located near the Drum Tower in Shangcheng District, Hangzhou. It is close to the ruins of the Southern Song Dynasty Imperial City (Taimiao Ruins) and the Drum Tower. It is an important place to experience the style of old Hangzhou, the charm of the Southern Song Dynasty and the life of the city. Follow the tour guide to find the best check-in camera and find special food
- [Attraction/experience] 2 hour(s), Guided tour, Hangzhou City God Tower, Chenghuang Pavilion is a famous architectural landmark in Hangzhou. It is located on Wushan Mountain overlooking the urban area of Hangzhou and the south of West Lake. The main building of Chenghuang Pavilion is 41.6 meters high, with a total of seven floors (six floors above ground and one floor underground). It combines the architectural styles of the Southern Song Dynasty and the Yuan Dynasty.
- [Attraction/experience] 1 hour(s), Guided tour, Hefang Street, Hefang Street and Southern Song Imperial Street are the most famous historical streets in Hangzhou. They are formed in a cross shape and were the only way for the emperor to go to the ancestral temple for worship. Now it integrates culture, shopping and performances, and tourists are constantly coming. It has a collection of delicacies from all over the world and is a must-see attraction for every foreign tourist.
- [Return] Shuttle included
![West Lake Ten [Su Causeway]: Climb up the City God Pavilion and you can see the long causeway across the surface of West Lake.](https://res.klook.com/image/upload/activities/zsbauilslvzstuwwdfhn.jpg)
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Embark on this carefully designed one-day cultural tour in Hangzhou, and you will embark on a time travel spanning eight hundred years! From the royal palace of the Southern Song Dynasty to the authentic streets and alleys; from the magnificent view of West Lake from a high place to the bustling night market with bright lights, within one day, you can deeply experience the profound history of Hangzhou as the "Ancient Capital of the Southern Song Dynasty" and the vivid charm of "Heaven on Earth".
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Gathering from 9:00~9:30 am: Explore the Royal "Beida Nei" - De Shou Palace Ruins Museum Step into the palace ruins where Song Gaozong and Song Xiaozong lived, and touch the glorious imprint of the Southern Song Dynasty imperial city. Follow our guide to appreciate the beautifully restored palace foundations and the restoration of the garden water system, and deeply interpret the court life and historical changes of the Southern Song Dynasty. This is the most authoritative "history textbook" to open the Southern Song Dynasty Lin'an City.
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11:00~13:00 Strolling in the fireworks of Hangzhou - Shiwukui Lane Seamlessly switch from the royal style and plunge into the authentic life picture of Hangzhou Old City. Walk through the deep alleys paved with bluestone slabs and white walls and black tiles, and feel the most authentic city fireworks and neighborhood warmth. Check-in classic: Find a well-known camera position (such as near the Balkan Inn), frame the quaint houses and pavilions in the distance, and freeze the most Hangzhou-flavored moments. Come across authentic snacks in the alley and taste the old-fashioned taste.
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14:00~16:00 Climb up and overlook the heaven - Chenghuang Pavilion Climb to the Chenghuang Pavilion on the top of Wushan Mountain, which is the golden commanding height overlooking the panoramic view of West Lake! 360-degree panoramic view: Su Causeway Spring Dawn, Leifeng Sunset, Three Pools Mirroring the Moon... the essence of the ten scenic spots of West Lake are all in sight; overlooking the Qiantang River and the new look of the city, clearly feel the unique urban pattern of "three sides of the cloud mountain and one side of the city".
Treasures in the Pavilion: Appreciate the exquisite wood carvings, murals and other traditional craft masterpieces in the pavilion, and learn about the folk culture of Wushan.
- 17:00 Immerse yourself in the thousand-year-old city that never sleeps - Hefang Street & Southern Song Imperial Street Night View When night falls, the lights come on, step into the prosperous night banquet where ancient and modern blend and colorful lights flow.
Hefang Street: Experience the lively night market atmosphere, visit century-old brands, buy special handicrafts, taste local snacks (Dingsheng cake, scallion stew, etc.), and feel the lively and prosperous city.
Southern Song Imperial Street: Step on the antique imperial road stone slabs and stroll in the historical district decorated with lights. Compared with the bustle of Hefang Street, this place is more literary and exquisite, with specialty bookstores, cafes, and boutiques everywhere. You can feel the charm of the collision of ancient and modern times in the interweaving of tranquility and noise. Admiring the quaint drum tower in the night, it seems as if you can hear the echo of history.
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