[2025 Hangzhou Attraction] Travel Guide for City Balcony (Updated Mar)

Location: City Balcony, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China Entrance fee: Free Date: October 4, 2021 City Balcony, also known as Urban Balcony is a business center located in the Qianjiang new CBD along the Qiantang river. This yellow building looks like the Sun and it’s extremely beautiful. It’s surrounded by skyscrapers, which complete it’s amazing view. There is a small park near these buildings. Here you will find some benches under the trees, where you can sit and look at these attractive buildings. Also you can do shopping and eat some yummy food in the shopping mall not far from this place. #hangzhou #citybalcony #sightseeing #sun #niceview

▪️The chrysanthemum exhibition mostly features artificial landscapes and various chrysanthemum shapes. The flowers themselves didn't particularly amaze me, but this year's set design is quite innovative, incorporating Hangzhou's city features, such as the Ten Scenes of West Lake, City Balcony, and Fuyi Warehouse. The Silk Road Fairytale section was especially eye-catching. ▪️The chrysanthemums along the road from the north gate and the Yuquan Fish Leaping bonsai area haven't fully bloomed yet. It will take a few more days. The large shaped chrysanthemums are almost in full bloom. ▪️Most visitors are middle-aged and elderly people, with fewer young people. Perhaps older generations appreciate chrysanthemums and these colorful, uniquely shaped landscapes more. I personally prefer natural landscapes and am not particularly fond of artificial ones. However, since Hangzhou's autumn scenery hasn't arrived yet, joining the fun is a good option. 🎟Tickets: 10 yuan (free with park card or senior card) ⚠️Free entry before 8:00 am and after 4:30 pm 📆Exhibition period: Oct 26–Nov 24 🚍Transportation: 🚇Subway Line 3, Exit B of Huanglong Sports Center Station, transfer to bus 1003M to Qingzhiwu Station, then walk 200 meters to the north gate of the botanical garden. 🚎Bus No. 7 or 7W to Botanical Garden Station, then walk 200 meters to the south gate. 🚗Driving: Navigate to the north gate parking lot of the botanical garden (10 yuan/hour). Driving is not recommended during the chrysanthemum exhibition due to heavy traffic and potential congestion. 👣Chrysanthemum viewing route: Enter from the north gate 🔄 Exit from the south gate North Gate➡️Paperbark Maple➡️Fish Paradise➡️Yuquan Fish Leaping➡️Plant Resources Museum➡️Economic Plants Area➡️Han Meilin Art Museum➡️South Gate 🌈Tips: 1. Don't miss the Yuquan Corridor, which houses over 1,400 pots of rare chrysanthemum varieties. 2. It's best to visit in early November. By late November, some flowers will have withered, making the display less appealing. 3. For portrait photos, arrive before 8:00 am. After 8:00 am, it gets crowded. Weekends attract more young people, while weekdays see more seniors.

Autumn in Hangzhou: The poetic symphony of the Golden Ball, City Balcony, and InterContinental Hangzhou. Golden🔱🔱 vs. Red🍁🍁 When the autumn breeze blows through Hangzhou, the city is like a palette of colors, creating a unique autumn scene. On the banks of the Qiantang River, the dazzling golden ball of the Hangzhou International Conference Center looks like a ripe golden fruit that has fallen from the sky. It stands proudly, with its metallic luster contrasting with the clear blue sky. The air around it seems to be gilded, and every texture is engraved with the splendor of autumn, telling the story of the city's journey to the world. Hangzhou International Conference Center The adjacent City Balcony is a great place for citizens and tourists to enjoy the autumn scenery. Looking out over the railing, the Qiantang River is shimmering, and the autumn water is the same color as the sky. When the wind blows, it carries the fragrance of osmanthus, the sweetest whisper of autumn in Hangzhou. At sunset, the afterglow dyes the entire balcony red, as if covered with a layer of gorgeous brocade. 🏨Hotel Environment: Behind it, the InterContinental Hangzhou stands like an elegant gentleman, quietly guarding the beautiful scenery. The hotel's glass curtain wall reflects the brilliance of the golden ball and the splendor of the balcony, with light and shadow intertwined. Stepping into the hotel lobby, the warm yellow lights blend with the autumn light outside, and the air is filled with the aroma of coffee and the fragrance of tea. The InterContinental Hangzhou has been around for a while, but it is well-maintained. The buffet breakfast and gym are good, and you can see the river. Across the river is the Shimao Wisdom Gate. 🛏Room View: Through the floor-to-ceiling windows, workers can rest here, as if gently wrapped in autumn. You can enjoy the golden yellow outside and the fiery red of the surrounding maple trees. You can find Hangzhou by West Lake in the old city.

Hangzhou, Nanjing, and Suzhou: 6 days of exploring the beautiful scenery of Jiangnan. Enjoy the scenery and the songs along the way. You can't miss it! Come and explore with me! / 🚩Route suggestion: Explore the charm of Jiangnan on a classic Hangzhou-Nanjing-Suzhou tour DAY 1: West Lake Scenic Area Immerse yourself in the beautiful scenery of West Lake, enjoy the ten scenic spots, and experience the thousand-year-old legends. DAY 2: Confucius Temple—Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum Scenic Area—Nianhua Bay Zen Town Experience the ancient culture at Confucius Temple, pay tribute to the martyrs at Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, and experience Zen life at Nianhua Bay in the evening. DAY 3: Canglang Pavilion—Shantang Street—Shanghai Urban History Development Museum Explore the Canglang Pavilion, enjoy the ancient streets and alleys of Shantang Street, and learn about the history of Shanghai in the evening. DAY 4: Haining Salt Officer Tidal Bore Scenic Area—Dongzha—Nanxun Ancient Town Enjoy the magnificent tide of Haining, visit the ancient Dongzha of Wuzhen, and stay overnight in Nanxun Ancient Town to experience the charm of the water town. DAY 5: Jiuxi Yanshu—Old Longjing Eighteen Imperial Tea Gardens—West Lake No. 1 Park Stroll through Jiuxi Yanshu, enjoy Longjing tea culture, and visit West Lake No. 1 Park to relive the classics. DAY 6: Qinghefang Street—City Balcony Experience the charm of the old streets of Hangzhou on Qinghefang Street, and enjoy the prosperity and beauty of the city on the City Balcony. / Travel essentials: 🎒Hangzhou-Nanjing-Suzhou tour: Don't forget these items! 👗 Clothing: According to the weather in January, prepare warm coats, sweaters, and comfortable sneakers. Don't forget to bring a few sets of Hanfu or cheongsam to blend in with the Jiangnan style! 🎩 Accessories: Hats and scarves are warm and stylish, rain gear for sudden rain, and comfortable shoes for visiting attractions! 📲 Electronic devices: Mobile phones and cameras to capture beautiful moments, power banks to keep your devices charged, and selfie sticks to take great photos even when you're alone! 💳 Documents and money: Don't forget your ID card, student ID, and other discount cards. Prepare some cash and bank cards. Although mobile payment is very convenient, it's better to be prepared! 🧴 Skincare and medicine: Sunscreen and moisturizer to protect your skin, common medicines such as stomach medicine and cold medicine, and mosquito repellent to deal with outdoor insect bites. / 🎉I hope you enjoy the romance in Hangzhou, the history in Nanjing, and the leisure in Suzhou. Have a great trip!

Budget Travel in Wuxi and Yixing: Discover the Charm of Jiangnan Water Towns The meaning of travel may lie in those unexpected discoveries and moments that make your heart skip a beat and stop in your tracks. This time, we embarked on a journey from Hangzhou to Yixing, and along the way, we were filled with joy and touched by the experiences we encountered. On the first day, we took a high-speed train from Ningbo to Hangzhou. The hustle and bustle of the city seemed to pause here, replaced by the rare tranquility along the river. Our group arrived at the city terrace, and it felt as if the whole world slowed down. The gentle river breeze blew away the fatigue of the journey and brought a sense of peace to our hearts. The sunset reflected on the river, shimmering with light, and at that moment, we felt as if we had become part of this beautiful scenery, a part of the painting. On the second day, we drove to Yixing, embarking on a brand-new journey. Our first stop was Taoer Factory, which not only boasts unique architectural styles but also rich cultural connotations. The teapot exhibition inside the factory opened our eyes to the world of teapots, with their diverse shapes and exquisite designs, perfectly combining art and everyday life. We eagerly picked up our cameras to capture these rare moments. Leaving Taoer Factory, we arrived at Gunan Street. This narrow and long street is lined with small workshops where artisans are busy making Zisha teapots. The houses here are closely connected, as if telling the ancient stories of Jiangnan water towns. Strolling along Gunan Street, we felt as if we had traveled back in time, experiencing the ancient and simple charm. Finally, we reached Dachao Mountain's Little Great Wall. Although only three kilometers long, this Little Great Wall offered us a unique experience. The uphill sections were a bit challenging, but when we reached the top and looked back at the path we had taken, a sense of accomplishment welled up within us. The vegetarian meal inside the Little Great Wall also surprised us with its simplicity and deliciousness, leaving a lasting impression. During this trip, we not only admired the beautiful scenery but also felt the profound cultural heritage of Jiangnan water towns. Every place has its unique story, and every journey is a spiritual cleansing. We look forward to our next departure, anticipating more beauty and touching moments.

During this Spring Festival, I visited the Urban Balcony in Hangzhou. There were not many tourists, but you could see the scenery on both sides of the Qiantang River. On the opposite side of the river is the main venue of the Hangzhou Asian Games - the Big and Small Lotus, which is also the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center. It is also the best spot to watch the Qianjiang New City light show. 📍Detailed address: No. 1078, Zhijiang Road, Shangcheng District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province 🚉Transportation strategy: Subway lines 4 and 7 to the Citizen Center Station. There are also shared bicycles nearby, and of course, you can also drive there. 🗓 Background: The Hangzhou Urban Balcony is located in the core area of Qianjiang New City, consisting of 'one main and two auxiliary' 3 urban balconies. Each balcony is an open and vibrant modern city park, integrating leisure, tide-watching, recreation, and relaxation. The main balcony is located on the central axis of the core area, with the Qiantang River embankment as the baseline, extending dozens of meters out over the river surface, with a length of about 322 meters. Most of it is suspended over the river, with the farthest point protruding about 80 meters from the river embankment. The entire balcony is divided into upper and lower levels, with just the first level having a construction area of 24,000 square meters. 🌟Highlights: Here is Hangzhou's largest outlet store, as well as two large shopping malls, Raffles City and MixC. There are quite a few shopping, dining, and entertainment facilities around. You can enjoy the scenery on both sides of the Qiantang River from the Urban Balcony, and it is also a great place to watch the Qiantang River tide. 📝Note tips: It is important to note that there are warnings against flying drones here, as it is not far from Xiaoshan Airport.

🌍【Travel Route】 【Jiangxin Island】➡【Mifang Creative Park】➡【Mingzhu No.7 Square】➡【Binjiang Wanda City】➡【Light and Shadow Wharf】➡【City Balcony】 ✅【Jiangxin Island】 As a famous 4A scenic spot in Wenzhou, it is known as "Penglai of Ou River" and a must-visit for Ou River night tour 🏝 The island has beautiful scenery and numerous historical sites, definitely not to be missed❗ 🎫Boat ticket: 6 yuan/15 yuan ⏳Tour duration: Half day (PS: There is a New Year's market from 2.7-2.16🧨) ✅【Mifang Creative Park】 A unique small creative park with distinctive architecture🕍 It's a great place for photography📸 You can easily take pictures with an industrial and fashionable feel, definitely a check-in spot. 〰〰〰〰〰〰 ✅【Mingzhu No.7 Square】 A picturesque white chapel⛪, a blue and white lighthouse and a large cruise ship🛳 The scenery here is extremely romantic If the weather is good, the photo effect is super beautiful 〰〰〰〰〰〰 ✅【Binjiang Wanda City】Wenzhou Binjiang Wanda City A newly opened fashionable mall in Wenzhou⛲ It gathers various kinds of food and entertainment projects, and the environment and service are first-class! There will also be exhibitions and festival activities, definitely suitable for shopping and eating🍱 〰〰〰〰〰〰 ✅【Light and Shadow Wharf】 You can take a ferry⛴ to experience the Ou River night tour🌌 You can enjoy the lake and mountain scenery⛰, and the water curtain show is absolutely beautiful Or take a walk by the river to enjoy the night view🏙 There will also be lively markets held irregularly at night 🎫Boat ticket: Adult 99💰, Child 58💰 〰〰〰〰〰〰 ✅【City Balcony】City Balcony A large viewing platform overlooking the Ou River scenery✔ During the day, you can fly kites🪁 and enjoy various free exhibitions🖼 At night, take a walk by the Ou River👫, enjoy the night view🌃, it's especially cozy (The above attractions are relatively close, you can drive, take a bus or ride a shared bicycle)

Yesterday, the cold wind in Hangzhou was biting. The cold in the south always makes northerners unbearable, and it also makes me, a southerner, unbearable, with the wind causing a headache. I chatted with a friend over lunch until 3:30 in the afternoon and found that it seemed too late to go to the usual famous scenic spots in Hangzhou (which close at 16:30). My mother suddenly mentioned that I hadn't been to the new civic center in Hangzhou, and suggested that I could go for a walk. The civic center and the city government have both moved to this new place. With the Asian Games having been held in Hangzhou not long ago, the mascot at the entrance of the city government is still there. If you walk forward from the civic center, you will reach the CBD Park, underneath which is the Sands Ship Outlet with many shops and brands, and it is directly connected to the subway station. If you walk towards the Qiantang River, on the left is the Hangzhou Grand Theater (an ugly building), and on the right is an international conference center that looks like a golden ping pong ball. The G20 Summit was held here. My God! What a design! It's incredibly crowded! If you continue walking, you will reach the Qiantang River. It seems that they want to build a Lujiazui in Hangzhou here. The wind by the river is extremely strong, causing a real headache. You can see the main venue of the Asian Games (a petal-shaped stadium) across the river, as well as a bizarre building that looks like two upward-facing legs (extremely ugly). Well, anyway, my dad and I complained a lot, which embarrassed my mom. She said, anyway, I brought you here to see it.

I came specifically to take pictures of the night view🌃, it's really beautiful~ It's a pity that I missed the Asian Games fireworks show🎆, if I came in October, I should be able to witness the spectacle, but walking along the Qiantang River is also very comfortable! The city balcony is located on the north bank of the Qiantang River. If you go to the CBD park⛲️, you should be able to reach the city balcony view by heading west. This is a great place to watch the sunset🌄. If you don't have to wait for a meal before, it's probably just right to come here after dinner. There are also shopping malls, venues and so on nearby to visit, it is a modern landscape different from the West Lake of Hangzhou~

After the Asian Games, the city has quieted down, but the scenery is more beautiful because all the barriers have been removed! The sun is shining, the river and sky blend into one, looking at the big lotus and the new city, isn't it comfortable? 🌟Highlights: Stunning scenery! 📍Detailed address: The intersection of Jiefang Road and Zhejiang Road 🚉Transportation strategy: Metro Line 4 Civic Center Station

Hangzhou Scenic Spots in Autumn (5) Hangzhou Travel Guide Tour Tips: 1. The light show on both sides of the Qianjiang River will be performed twice a night on Friday and Saturday at 18:30 and 19:30; and once a night from Sunday to Thursday at 19:30. 2. The best location to watch the night view and light show: City Balcony. Get off at Civic Center Station on Metro Line 4 or Line 7 and walk to the riverside.

One of Hangzhou's new urban landmarks, the city's balcony. Each balcony is an open and vibrant modern city park that combines leisure, mood watching, recreation and relaxation. In the raging Qiantang River, overlooking the whole picture of Qianjiang New City, the words of Qianjiang New City are very eye-catching, and the high-rise buildings are well planned and magnificent.

After nightfall, the 700,000-inch LED lights distributed outside the Qiantang River and outside the high-rise buildings shine in a unique arrangement, forming a unique set of light shows. It must be said that this is the Bund in Hangzhou. . Although it is compared to the Bund in Hangzhou, it is a hundred times clearer than the Bund. There are no ships on the river that sway back and forth, and there are no crowds, especially after the light show is over, and there are occasional tourists or locals in twos and threes. It is best to go for a walk in the rest of the trip, blowing the cold wind, it will be much more comfortable than squeezing the West Lake fountain in the West Lake. At 7:30 pm every week, there is a light show at 8:30 each. Even if you miss the light show, you don't have to regret it. In addition to the light show, other night scenes are also beautiful. There may also be custom performances on New Year's Day~