How much does West Lake ticket cost? Latest fares and popular attractions
As one of the top ten scenic spots in China, West Lake attracts a large number of tourists every year. In the past 10 days, the discussion on West Lake ticket prices and travel strategies has remained high. This article will answer you in detail the questions related to West Lake tickets, and attach recent hot topics and structured data on the entire network.
1. West Lake ticket price list

| Attraction name | Ticket price (yuan) | Preferential policies |
|---|---|---|
| West Lake Core Scenic Area | free | Open all day |
| Leifeng Tower | 40 | Students are half price |
| Lingyin Temple | 30+45 | Fragrance voucher + ticket |
| Three Pools of Moon Masturbation | 55 | Boat ticket included |
| Yuewang Temple | 25 | Free for military personnel |
2. Recent hot topics
1.West Lake night view light show: Recently, the West Lake musical fountain and light show have reopened, becoming a hot spot for tourists to check in at night. The best viewing time is 19:30-20:30 every night.
2.Digital RMB ticket purchase: Hangzhou City launches consumption discounts for digital RMB scenic spots, and you can enjoy a 20% discount when purchasing tickets to West Lake scenic spots through digital RMB.
3.West Lake cruise intelligent reservation: The newly launched "West Lake Cruise" mini program can realize online reservations, reduce queue time, and use volume increased by 300% in the past 7 days.
4.Changes in the check-in points of internet celebrities: According to social platform data, the most popular West Lake photo spot recently moved from the Broken Bridge to the corner of Gushan Road, with 120 million views on related topics.
3. Practical guide to visiting West Lake
| project | Best time | Suggested duration | Fee reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cycling around the lake | 6:00-9:00 | 2 hours | Shared bicycles 1.5 yuan/30 minutes |
| West Lake cruise | 8:30-16:30 | 1.5 hours | 55-150 yuan per person |
| Walking in Sudi | Sunrise and sunset | 1 hour | free |
| Longjing Ask Tea | 9:00-11:00 | 2 hours | 50-200 yuan per person |
4. Transportation and accommodation suggestions
1.Transportation mode: Longxiangqiao Station on Metro Line 1 is the closest subway station to West Lake. It is recommended to take buses or shared bicycles during holidays to avoid traffic jams.
2.Accommodation recommendations: The price range of hotels around West Lake is relatively large, with an economical range of about 200-400 yuan per night, and high-end hotels start at 1,000 yuan. Recently, popular homestays are concentrated in Baileqiao and Manjuelong areas.
3.Best Tours: Broken bridge and left snow → Baidi → Pinghu autumn moon → Zhongshan Park → Louwailou → Xiling Yinshe → Sudi spring dawn → Huagang fishing → Leifeng sunset, the whole journey is about 6 kilometers.
5. FAQs for tourists
1.Do you need tickets for West Lake?: The core scenic spots in West Lake are open for free, but some attractions such as Leifeng Pagoda and Lingyin Temple require separate tickets.
2.What are the discount documents?: Student ID, senior citizen ID, military ID, etc. can enjoy ticket discounts, and the specific details are subject to the public announcement of the scenic spot.
3.Best season to visit: Spring and autumn are the most suitable. From March to May, you can see the red peach blossoms and green willows, and from September to November, you can enjoy the osmanthus flowers all over the city.
4.How to avoid peak abortion?: There are fewer tourists in the early mornings of weekdays, and it is recommended to arrive at popular attractions before 7:00 on weekends and holidays.
The beauty of West Lake lies not only in its natural scenery, but also in its profound cultural heritage. I hope this latest guide can help you plan a perfect West Lake trip. Remember to check the weather forecast in advance and bring your camera to record beautiful moments!
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