Top 10 Spring Tea Gardens in Hangzhou: Savor Longjing & Enjoy Nature
Spring turns Hangzhou’s tea gardens into lush green paradises—perfect for outings. Hangzhou’s flavor starts with a cup of Longjing tea, known for its green hue, fresh aroma, subtle sweetness, and elegant shape (requiring 10 traditional hand-processing techniques). Now is the prime season for spring tea harvesting—let’s explore these 10 beautiful tea gardens to soak up spring in Jiangnan!
1. Longjing Tea Base Primary Protection Zone 核心产区
Covers 10 key villages in the West Lake Scenic Area (Longjing Village, Wengjiashan Village, Meijiawu Village, etc.). These verdant hills produce the most authentic West Lake Longjing tea—a must-visit for tea lovers.
Location: West Lake Scenic Area, Hangzhou
2. Chazudong Tea Garden (Gaoting Mountain) 小众秘境
A hidden gem at the foot of Gaoting Mountain. Reach it via the cycling track’s sightseeing bus or Wu Yue Pine Trail—you’ll be greeted by fresh air, broad views, and lingering tea fragrance.
Location: Gaoting Mountain, Jianggan District, Hangzhou
3. Longwu Tea Town 春季热门
Spring is Longwu’s most anticipated season—West Lake Longjing tea buds are in full bloom. Wander along tea garden paths to immerse yourself in Hangzhou’s most beautiful spring scenery.
Location: West Lake District, Hangzhou
4. Sanqingyuan Tea Garden 亲子友好
Hometown of China’s Sanqing tea (famous for "fragrance, mellowness, clarity"). Walk the national hiking trail for green views, or bring kids to experience tea picking and connect with nature.
Location: Shencun Village, Daicun Town, Xiaoshan District
5. Qianmu Ecological Tea Garden 休闲配套全
Covers 160+ acres along Xiaogucheng Greenway (Slow Valley Scenic Area). Facilities include a 3.6km walking trail, observation platform, rainbow slide, camping zone, and farm—ideal for immersive rural tourism.
Location: Xiaogucheng Village, Jingshan Town, Yuhang District
6. Qianzhuang Tea Garden 静谧放松
A 33-acre garden hidden at the foot of Luniao Mountain. Walk through tranquil tea rows, listen to birdsong, and breathe in mountain air—perfect for relaxing your body and mind.
Location: Near Qianzhuang Tea Factory Bus Stop, Luniao Town, Yuhang District
7. Anding Tea Garden 云雾茶园
Located at 700+ meters above sea level, shrouded in clouds and fog. The tea here is nourished by ample sunshine and rain—savor tea, watch clouds drift, and enjoy blooming flowers in this serene spot.
Location: Datiandang, Anding Village, Lishan Town, Fuyang District
8. Xueshui Yunlu Tea Base 高海拔茶
Birthplace of Tonglu’s famous "Xueshui Yunlu Tea". This 82-acre high-altitude garden grows Longjing 43, Anji White Tea, and other varieties—ideal for experiencing premium tea culture.
Location: Shansangwu Natural Village, Xinsi Village, Xinhe Town, Tonglu County
9. Wangcun Matcha Manor 抹茶主题
A 98-acre organic garden focused on matcha production. It has an observation platform, cycling greenway, and offers tea culture experiences, photography, and leisure activities.
Location: Fengshuling Town, Chun'an County (near Chunyang Line)
10. Baimu Tea Garden 千年茶树
Zhejiang’s first organic tea-themed town. It has "Jiukeng Maojian" geographical indication and a 1,000-year-old "King of Tea Trees"—a hit with tea lovers and photographers during picking season.
Location: Qingmiao Village, Jiukeng Town, Chun'an County
Information Source: Hangzhou West Lake Scenic Area Management Committee, Jianggan Release, Beautiful West Lake, Xiaoshan Release, Yuhang Release, Fuyang Release, Tonglu Release, Chun'an Release, Hangzhou Municipal Bureau of Agriculture and Rural Affairs
