Hefang Street / 河坊街

The street may feel a bit too polished, but is far from being your average tourist trap and shouldn't be mistaken for one. Some of the best street food in Hangzhou is to be had here, and multiple local shops crowd the area - find anything from pearls, to herbal remedies to tea and various souvenirs.

• Address:

  Hefang Jie, Hangzhou

• Opening hours:

  24/7

• More info:

  Although the street is always open, most of the shops and stands close at 23h

Silk Market / 中国丝绸城

For great bargains on silk, head to the Silk Market - a collection of small shops and vendors selling all manner of items made from the noble fabric. To get the best deals, prepare to haggle hard - and you will be duly rewarded. Prices may vary significantly from one shop to another.

• Address:

  Fengqi Lu, Hangzhou

• Opening hours:

  8h - 17h30

Wangxingji Fan Industrial Co., Ltd. / 王星记扇庄

Set up more than 100 years ago as the only comprehensive fan-making enterprise in China, Wangxingji produces about 15 series and more than 400 high quality types of elegant fans with many new varieties emerging. This place is well known for its intricate craftsmanship and graceful appearance.

• Web:

  www.wangxingji.com

• Address:

  62 Renhe Lu, Hangzhou

• Phone:

  +86 571 8783 0144

• Opening hours:

  8h - 22h

Wu Lin Road Fashion Street / 武林路

Wu Lin Road is one of the main leisure and shopping spots for women’s fashion in downtown Hangzhou. This shopping haven is 1,650 meters long and stretches from Qingchun Road in the south to Stadium Road in the north, lined with stores and boutiques all the way. Haggling is often expected.

• Address:

  Wu Lin Lu, Hangzhou

• More info:

  Most of the stores close at 22h

Wushan Lu Night Market / 吴山路夜市

Haggle away at Hangzhou's most popular night market - great bargains on clothing and accessories are to be had, and knock-off brand-name items are aplenty, if that's something for you. After shopping, grab a bite at one of the many busy street food stands.

• Address:

  Huixing Lu, Hangzhou

• Opening hours:

  6h - 23h

• More info:

  Crossing of Youdian Lu and Renhe Lu

Xihu Longjing Tea / 贡牌西湖龙井

You can not go home without taking some Longjing Green Tea. Hangzhou is one of the most famous tea producing areas in China, its Longjing tea dubbed "tea of Emperors". The long history and delicate processing makes it one of the finest teas in the world under a protected brand. To ensure the tea you're purchasing is authentic, choose a government-certified outlet such as Xihu Longjing Tea.

• Address:

  15 Lingyin Lu, Hangzhou

• Phone:

  +86 137 3804 3079