Overview
Key takeaway
Terraced tea hills where China's most famous green tea is grown. Visit in March–April for picking season. Tastings available.
Time & cost
Plan 2–3 hours. Budget: Free. Hours: Daytime; tea houses ~09:00–17:00.
Best for
Best for first-time Hangzhou visitors who want a clear 2–3 hours stop without guesswork.
Practical
PriceFree
Duration2–3 hours
HoursDaytime; tea houses ~09:00–17:00
Getting thereBus 27/Y3 from West Lake; Didi recommended
Tips
On site
Buy tea directly from farmers (cheaper than tourist shops).
Timing
Ask to see the picking process.
Timing
Leave with hours in mind (Daytime; tea houses ~09:00–17:00). Weekends and holidays need extra queue time.
Pay
Nearby stalls usually take Alipay or WeChat. Foreign-card terminals are rare — set up Alipay before you go.
Show this
Show the Chinese name “龙井茶村” to drivers and staff. It beats a long English explanation.
Location & how to go
Longjing Tea Village, Hangzhou
MetroBus 27/Y3 from West Lake; Didi recommended
BusBus 27/Y3 from West Lake; Didi recommended
Taxi / DidiDidi or a licensed taxi is the simplest door-to-door. Set destination to “龙井茶村” and pay in-app with Alipay/WeChat.
