Peak Season
SEPTEMBER - NOVEMBER
Best ExperienceFeels LikeAutumn
Temperature15 — 25°C
Pleasant temperatures, clear skies, and the scent of sweet osmanthus across the city.
HangzhouTravel Tips
Everything you need to know before you go.
Vibe
🪷West Lake
🍵Longjing Tea
🏯Pagodas
💻Tech Hub
🛶Water Towns
👘Silk Trade
Shoulder Season
MARCH - MAY
Budget FriendlyFeels LikeSpring
Temperature10 — 22°C
Mild weather with occasional spring showers, ideal for Longjing tea picking.
Off Season
DECEMBER - FEBRUARY
AvoidFeels LikeWinter
Temperature2 — 10°C
Cold and damp with fewer crowds, offering peaceful snowy views of West Lake.
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THE DAILY TARGET
3 Premium Meals + Coffee$35.00
Daily Transport & Buffer$25.00
Activities & Entry Fees$20.00
Daily Spend Target$80.00
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TIPPING GUIDE
Restaurants
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Taxis
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"When in doubt, rounding up to the nearest bill is always a safe strategy."
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LOCAL TRANSPORT
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Metro
Single Trip$0.5 — 1.5
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Ride-Hailing (DiDi)
Single Trip$2 — 8
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Bus
Single Trip$0.3 — 0.5
"Public transit (BTS/MRT) is the fastest way to bypass gridlock."
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Talk Basics
EnglishPronunciation
Hello
Sa-wat-deeSawatdee
Thank You
Khop-koonKhop Khun
Excuse Me
Kor-toadKor Toad
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Pay & Buy
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Eat & Drink
EnglishPronunciation
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Help & Safety
EnglishPronunciation
Help!
Chu-ay-duayChuay Duay!
Hospital
Rong-pa-ya-baanRong Phayabaan
Police
Tam-ruatTam Ruat
✋
Polite Refusal
EnglishPronunciation
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Utility
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Emergency Contacts
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Police / Tourist112
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Medical / Ambulance119
Services