Hangzhou's Autumn Highlight | Xixi Wetland Autumn Reed Snow Lazy Guide

Want to see the most beautiful autumn colors in Hangzhou? Head straight to Xixi Wetland for the Reed Festival. This 360-acre "reed snow" is truly breathtaking. Here’s a lazy boat tour guide that won’t tire your legs—just follow it! . ❤️ Reed Viewing Special Line: A lazy, leg-free boating route ✅ Take the public sightseeing boat "Reed Listening Tour" from Xixi Wetland North Gate directly to the North Gate Pier (99 RMB/person). Boats depart every 30 minutes, no waiting, and leave when full. 👉 Route: Depart from North Gate Pier ➡ Qiuxue An ➡ Return to North Gate Pier 🕤 Electric boat hours: 09:00-16:30 ‼️ Tips: Last boat from North Gate Pier at 15:30, last boat from Qiuxue An at 16:30 🎁 Riding the Reed Viewing Special Line comes with a blessing plaque + check-in map + Reed Festival transparent card. Holding the card while taking photos adds a great atmosphere! . ❤️ Must-visit spot: Qiuxue An, where every step is a scenic view 📝 Get off the boat and take in the reeds, ancient buildings, and poetic scenery all at once ✅ Autumn Wish: Write your wish on a red blessing plaque and hang it on the blessing rack, hoping all good things come true on time ✅ Climb the Tanzhi Tower: The second floor offers panoramic views, with distant mountains and nearby boats immersed in a sea of white reed "snow" ✅ Reed Shore Scenic Spot: Frame yourself with swaying reeds on the shore; when the wind blows, it feels like being wrapped in a "snowdrift" ✅ Reed Veil Curtains: The veils sway with the wind against the reeds, naturally creating a dreamy filter effect ✅ Cloud Steps Reed Viewing: Climb the steps to overlook the entire reed marsh, with layers of distant mountains + clear water + white fluff fully enhanced ✅ Mandala Wind Chimes: Wind chimes dance with the autumn breeze, echoing a reluctance to leave . 📍 Transportation: Metro Line 19, Xixi Wetland North Station, Exit E2; self-driving parking available at the multi-story parking lot (5 RMB/hour) . Now is the peak season for "Autumn Reed Snow." Take a boat and dive into the reed marsh. Even the wind feels gentle~