The Hidden Romance of West Lake – Hand-Rowed Boats & Oar-Propelled Boats

I've discovered the hidden romance of West Lake! The entire route avoids crowded areas, and every shot you take looks like a movie scene. 🛬【Itinerary】: ① Get off at the South Entrance of Su Causeway and walk along it for 3 minutes ② Spot the West Lake Cultural Creative Convenience Store, and diagonally across is the [Majiawan Dock] ③ Board the boat and ask the boatman to take the [Turtle Pond Route]—they'll know exactly what you mean. The whole journey takes over an hour, and the boatman will also point out scenic spots along the way. ⛺【Must-Visit Attractions】: 🐟 The route passes by one of West Lake's Ten Scenes: Viewing Fish at Flower Harbor. 🐢 Passing by Turtle Pond, you'll see vast stretches of late-blooming cherry blossoms, as if stepping into a fairy tale world. 🦆 Yuhu Bay and Jihong Bridge in Hangzhou West Lake Scenic Area are perfect for photography, a favorite spot for hanfu-clad ladies. 🐏 The final stop, Yanggong Causeway in Hangzhou West Lake Scenic Area, greets you with lush greenery, offering a real-life "Wizard of Oz" experience. 🏨【Accommodation Tips】: Hangzhou Ben Chuxin Yuan (West Lake Longjing Branch) Located about a 10-minute drive from West Lake on Longjing Tea Mountain, this is one of the best homestays in Longjing Village. All rooms face south, offering panoramic views of verdant scenery—a natural oxygen bar. 🚌【Transportation Tips】: Take the West Lake Inner Loop bus and get off at Su Causeway Station, then walk six minutes to Majiawan Dock for hand-rowed boats. 🧡【Tips】: Hand-rowed boats cost approx. ¥50 per person, while oar-propelled boats cost approx. ¥40 per person. For detailed selection advice, check out the guide.