Qiandao Lake (Thousand Island Lake) Tourism Area
杭州市千岛湖风景区
About Qiandao Lake (Thousand Island Lake) Tourism Area
Highlights
Suggested Route
Food & Lodging
Facilities
Check official website for current information. Respect local customs and regulations. Best visited during mild weather seasons.
📅 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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Peak season: 8:00-18:00; Off-season: 8:30-17:00. Boat tours operate during daylight hours.
No metro; ~30 km from Qiandaohu Station (HSR); ~130 km from Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport.
Advance online reservation recommended via official platform.
Peak CNY 130 (≈ $18)+ CNY 65 (≈ $9.0) boat ticket /Off-peak CNY 120 (≈ $17)+ CNY 65 (≈ $9.0) boat ticket
Zhejiang Province Hangzhou City Chunan County Qiandaohu Town
浙江省杭州市淳安县千岛湖镇
Zhejiang Province Hangzhou City Chunan County Qiandaohu Town
29.6053, 119.0058
Tip: Google Maps may be inaccurate in China — use Amap for navigation.
