Featured Hotels Near Xushi Jiamiao

Near Xú Family Temple in Hangzhou, West Lake Guesthouse is highly recommended. This historic inn blends traditional Chinese architecture with modern comfort, offering a 10-minute walk to the temple. Some rooms feature panoramic views of West Lake, allowing guests to enjoy serene scenery after exploring the ancestral site. The hotel also provides private guided tours, enabling visitors to delve deeper into the Xú family’s heritage and cultural legacy.

For transportation, take Metro Line 4 from Hangzhou East Railway Station to Fengqi Road Station, then transfer to a bus or use shared e-bikes for a convenient and eco-friendly ride to the temple—ideal for both leisure and cultural travelers.

Book ahead via Hangzhou Culture & Tourism Official Platform or Xiaohongshu (Little Red Book) by searching "Xú Family Temple Cultural Tour." Local cultural teams offer authentic intangible heritage workshops, including wood carving, ancestral registry rubbing, and traditional tea ceremonies—held mostly on weekends mornings. Reservations required at least three days in advance.

Participants receive a limited-edition commemorative badge and may wear Hanfu during the experience. Afterward, enjoy a quiet tea session at the nearby Xú Family Study Hall, immersing yourself in classical Chinese ambiance. For transport, take Bus No. 7 from Hulin Pedestrian Street to "Wansongling Road Station," a 5-minute walk away, passing scenic spots like Nanshui Bell Tower and Su Causeway Spring View—perfect for combining history and nature.

Near Xú Family Temple, the Hangzhou Children's Museum (8-minute walk) offers interactive exhibits on ancient technology, folk art, and traditional festivals—perfect for parent-child learning. The outdoor theater hosts regular performances, including shadow puppetry and paper-cutting shows, engaging young audiences with intangible cultural heritage.

Adjacent to the temple, Nanshan Road Greenway provides bicycle rentals and family-friendly rest areas with mist fountains—ideal for summer cooling. Accessible via a 15-minute walk from Longxiang Bridge Metro Station, the route passes through shaded century-old tree lanes, creating a relaxed, scenic journey perfect for families seeking culture and nature combined.

Xú Family Temple is open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM), closed on Mondays for maintenance. Admission is free, but guided tours or cultural workshops cost ¥50 (adults) and ¥25 (children). Tours are offered in Mandarin, Cantonese, and English, with a maximum of 20 participants per session—reservations strongly advised via the official WeChat account "Hangzhou Culture & Tourism".

On-site, AI-powered audio guides support multiple languages and provide wheelchair-accessible pathways. Consider purchasing the West Lake One-Day Pass, which includes discounted entry to the temple and nearby attractions for just ¥80—a great value for visitors exploring the area comprehensively.