Hangzhou Historic Walking Tour: Hefang Street & Old Town

Hangzhou, China
Duration4h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 7 travelers

Overview

Explore the rich tapestry of Hangzhou's history with a guided walking tour that takes you through significant historical sites shaped by ancient dynasties. This immersive experience allows you to witness how history is intricately woven into everyday life, from bustling street vendors to the herbal remedies still practiced today. Visit the Fangzhi Museum to learn about dynastic developments, wander through the Former Residence of Hu Xueyan, and end at Hu Qing Yu Tang, where you can craft your own herbal sachet. Perfect for history enthusiasts and culture seekers, this tour combines learning with hands-on experiences.

- Stroll through Hangzhou's layered history on a guided walking tour
- Visit the Fangzhi Museum for an introduction to Hangzhou's dynastic development
-Explore the Former Residence of Hu Xueyan, a famous businessman in the Qing dynasty
- Craft your own herbal sachet at Hu Qing Yu Tang, a traditional Chinese pharmacy still in operation today

What's included

  • Traditional Chinese Medicine Sachet
  • Chinese Medicine Experience
  • Museum Admissions
  • Guided Walking Tour
  • Historic Residence Visit

What to expect

  1. 1h · Admission ticket included
    The walk begins at the Fangzhi Museum, offering a broad introduction to Hangzhou’s dynastic development.
  2. Former residence of Xueyan Hu
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Moving into the domestic spaces of the Former Residence of Hu Xueyan, where late-imperial urban life unfolded at a human scale.
  3. Southern Song Imperial Street
    Pass by
    The tour continues on, following Southern Song Imperial Street
  4. Huqingyu Museum
    2h · Admission ticket included
    The route concludes at Hu Qing Yu Tang, where traditional Chinese medicine remains a living part of Hangzhou’s cultural fabric, and guests handcraft their own herbal sachet rooted in centuries-old healing traditions.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will meet you at Hangzhou Fangzhi House. Address: 266 Wang Jiang road, Shang Cheng district, Hangzhou, Postal code: 310002

End point

The end point will be at Hu Qing Yu Hall, Shangcheng District, Hangzhou, 310006

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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