If you're exploring central Hangzhou, Nan Song Yu Jie (南宋御街) is a nice place to slow down and walk around. Also known as Southern Song Imperial Street, this historic street gives you a completely different side of Hangzhou from West Lake or Lingyin Temple. Here you'll find old-style buildings, traditional shops, local snacks, cafés and small stores along a long pedestrian-friendly street. I'd recommend pairing it with Hefang Street (河坊街) since they're right around the same hi
