Qiandao Lake (Thousand Island Lake)
千岛湖风景区
About Qiandao Lake (Thousand Island Lake)
Highlights
Suggested Route
Food & Lodging
Facilities
Best visited in morning for fewer crowds. Bring snacks as food options may be limited inside.
📅 Best Time & Crowds
Best season: Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November)
🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.
⏰Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.
Location
View on interactive map →Buying tickets as a foreign visitor
• Most 5A/4A sites require real-name registration — bring your passport.
• Tickets often must be booked in advance online — peak season & holidays sell out quickly.
• Some remote or border-area sites have entry restrictions for foreign visitors — check before you travel.
External booking links. Prices may vary.
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Open all day (ticket office 08:00-16:30)
In Chun'an County, Hangzhou; nearest HSR Qiandao Lake Station ~15 km; nearest airport Hangzhou Xiaoshan Int'l ~150 km.
Ticketed; book cruises/attractions ahead via official platform.
Peak season CNY 100 (≈ $14), off-season CNY 60 (≈ $8.3)
30.0206, 119.8795
Tip: Google Maps may be inaccurate in China — use Amap for navigation.
