Hupao Spring (Dreaming of Tiger Spring) 虎跑梦泉
Wooded hillside park around one of China's most celebrated springs, plus the former retreat of monk Hongyi (Li Shutong).
Locals fill bottles at the spring and brew Longjing tea with it — bring an empty bottle and do the same.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to book Hupao Spring (Dreaming of Tiger Spring) in advance?
Advance booking is offered via the '西湖旅游' (West Lake Tourism) WeChat official account: menu → 景区门票, tickets can be reserved up to 3 days in advance; booker must fill in real personal details for each visitor and show the confirmation SMS link at the gate. Nothing is stated about booking with a passport for foreigners.
What are the opening hours of Hupao Spring (Dreaming of Tiger Spring)?
07:00–17:30
How much is a ticket to Hupao Spring (Dreaming of Tiger Spring)?
About ¥15. Adult full-price ticket 15 yuan; half-price ticket 7.5 yuan (students; some pages say seniors 60+ with ID); free/0-yuan concession ticket for children under 1.2 m or under 6; some pages say over-70s free. Park annual card holders enter free (page 5). Ticket is for entry to Hupao Park (Hupao Dreaming-of-Tiger Spring).
How long do I need at Hupao Spring (Dreaming of Tiger Spring)?
Plan about 1.5 hours.
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