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Xixi National Wetland Park
5A Tourism Area
Designated 2012

Xixi National Wetland Park

杭州市西溪湿地旅游区

Zhejiang, Hangzhou4.7Designated 2012·30.2659°N, 120.2405°E
Ticket Price
CNY 80
Duration
3 to 5 hours
Rating
4.7 / 5.0
Designated
2012

About Xixi National Wetland Park

This lake scenic area in Zhejiang offers stunning reflections of surrounding mountains and seasonal beauty.

Highlights

Wetlands, waterways and reed beds with autumn persimmon scenery; the Study of Han (Hongyuan) literary site; birdwatching and eco-boats.

Suggested Route

Enter at the Main (Zhoujia) Entrance; take a rowing boat through the waterways to the Reed Shallows and the Study of Han; allow about 4 hours.

Food & Lodging

Try Hangzhou cuisine and West Lake Vinegar Fish nearby; stay in Hangzhou city center or a riverside B&B in Xixi.

Facilities

Visitor centers, shuttle boats, eco-buses, restrooms and boardwalks throughout; largely stroller- and wheelchair-accessible.
Travel Tips

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

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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.

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Opening Hours

Peak season (April-October): 8:00-17:30; Off-season: 8:30-17:00.

Getting There

Metro Line 3 to Xixi Wetland South Station (or Line 5 Xixi Wetland Station); ~15 km from Hangzhou East HSR station, ~5 km from Hangzhou West HSR station; ~35 km from Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport.

Reservation

Advance online reservation required via official WeChat account 'Xixi Wetland'; on-site tickets limited.

Ticket Price

CNY 80 (≈ $11)

Address

Zhejiang Province Hangzhou City Xihu District Tianmushan Road No. 518

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
杭州市西溪湿地旅游区

浙江省杭州市西湖区天目山路518号

Zhejiang Province Hangzhou City Xihu District Tianmushan Road No. 518

30.2659, 120.2405

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