West Lake travel guide: Discover the most beautiful West Lake attractions. How stunning are Su Causeway, Bai Causeway and Yanggong Causeway? What makes each one special?

West Lake is a must-see when visiting Hangzhou. In this video, I'll take you along the three most beautiful causeways of West Lake. We'll explore the origins of Su Causeway, detail the six bridges of the "Six Bridges in Misty Willows," experience the spring scenery of "Spring Dawn at Su Causeway" from the Ten Scenes of West Lake, and understand the garden aesthetics behind Su Shi's construction of the causeway. We'll check out the scenic beauty of Bai Causeway and learn what makes each section unique—starting from the famous Broken Bridge, another of the Ten Scenes of West Lake. Strolling along Bai Causeway is a tour in itself, and at its end you'll find the renowned "Autumn Moon over the Calm Lake." For a lesser-known route, we'll venture into the hidden gem of Yanggong Causeway. Architecture lovers should visit Guo's Garden beside it—wear hanfu and any spot in the courtyard becomes a perfect backdrop for traditional Chinese photos. If you want a hassle-free, affordable yet in-depth experience, I recommend a small-group tour. Hangzhou has deep cultural roots, so rushing through on a big group tour would be a shame, while exploring alone risks missing out or falling into tourist traps. A small-group West Lake day tour is the ideal solution—fewer people, deeper exploration and lower costs.