Near Mingli Park, travelers can enjoy several authentic local experiences. Every Saturday morning, guests can join a tea ceremony workshop led by local tea masters, exploring the art of brewing and tasting premium Longjing tea—a cornerstone of Zhejiang culture.
On the eastern side of the park, the handmade pottery studio offers interactive sessions where visitors craft their own ceramic pieces, creating a lasting memento of their stay. For evening adventures, book a West Lake night light show tour—a boat ride along the lake illuminated by dynamic projections on buildings and trees, especially stunning at Leifeng Pagoda and Su Causeway.
Photography enthusiasts should consider joining a dawn mist photography tour, arriving before 6 a.m. to capture the ethereal scenes of mist drifting over the lake, transforming the landscape into a living ink painting. These activities are available via online HopeGoo and often include guided instruction and equipment rental, allowing travelers to deeply engage with Hangzhou’s heritage and daily rhythms in a meaningful way.