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Song dynasty theme park with the spectacular 'Romance of the Song Dynasty' show. One of China's best live performances.

SightsCity & Nightlife
★★★★★4.6(24 reviews)

$43

Half day

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Overview

Key takeaway

Song dynasty theme park with the spectacular 'Romance of the Song Dynasty' show. One of China's best live performances.

Time & cost

Plan Half day. Budget: $43. Hours: 10:00–21:00; shows 14:00, 17:00, 19:30.

Best for

Best for first-time Hangzhou visitors who want a clear Half day stop without guesswork.

Practical

Price$43
DurationHalf day
Hours10:00–21:00; shows 14:00, 17:00, 19:30
Getting thereBus 4/308; Didi from West Lake ~20 min

Tips

On site

Book show tickets in advance.

Timing

The 19:30 show is most atmospheric.

Also

Arrive 1h early to explore the park.

Timing

Leave with hours in mind (10:00–21:00; shows 14:00, 17:00, 19:30). 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 “宋城” to drivers and staff. It beats a long English explanation.

Show to staff

你好，请问入口在哪里？我有预约/门票，谢谢。

Nǐ hǎo, qǐngwèn rùkǒu zài nǎlǐ? Wǒ yǒu yùyuē / ménpiào, xièxie.

Hi — where is the entrance? I have a reservation/ticket. Thank you.

Location & how to go

Songcheng, Hangzhou

MetroBus 4/308; Didi from West Lake ~20 min
BusBus 4/308; Didi from West Lake ~20 min
Taxi / DidiDidi or a licensed taxi is the simplest door-to-door. Set destination to “宋城” and pay in-app with Alipay/WeChat.

Reviews

★★★★★4.6· 24 verified reviews

Editor verification notes

Operational notes from the ChinaPie editorial team — not traveler ratings, and not counted toward stars.

  • ChinaPie Editors
    Editor verification note

    We re-checked the opening hours and metro exit on site; signage matches the guide above.

  • ChinaPie Editors
    Editor verification note

    Editor note: the English-friendly entrance is often the south or main visitor gate — confirm on the day. Show any QR from this guide at the ticket booth.

Guide Q&A

How much are tickets for Songcheng?

$43

What are the opening hours of Songcheng?

10:00–21:00; shows 14:00, 17:00, 19:30

How do I get to Songcheng?

Bus 4/308; Didi from West Lake ~20 min

How long should I spend at Songcheng?

Half day

Any practical tips for Songcheng?

Book show tickets in advance. The 19:30 show is most atmospheric. Arrive 1h early to explore the park.

Is Songcheng in Hangzhou easy for first-time visitors?

Yes as a typical tourist stop. Save the metro stop, screenshot tickets/hours, and allow extra time on weekends.

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