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Hangzhou's Most Beautiful Bookstore Check-in Spot

Hangzhou Exploration|A Fairytale Bookstore Hidden in Xixi Wetland📖 with Stunning Lake Views! This Guomai Bookstore is Literally a Dream Come True for Art Lovers~ 🍃Shopping with a bookstore visit is the real deal! Discovered this gem while strolling through Xixi Wetland's Slow Life Block, and was instantly mesmerized by the lake view through the floor-to-ceiling windows. The wooden shelves and warm lighting create a cozy vibe, plus there's a dedicated coffee reading area—order a drink and relax all afternoon. ✨Pleasant Surprises: 1️⃣Window seats on the second floor are prime spots! Read while watching boats glide by, with occasional egrets flying past. 2️⃣The kids' reading area is thoughtfully designed—perfect for keeping little ones entertained. 3️⃣The cultural creative zone offers many Hangzhou-themed souvenirs, solving your gift-shopping needs. 4️⃣Frequent book club events—check the schedule before visiting. 📍Practical Info: Address: Xixi Wetland Slow Life Block, C2-19 Hours: 10:00-20:00 Transport: Take Metro Line 3 to Xixi Wetland South Station (Exit A), then walk 10 mins Avg. Cost: ~¥30 for drinks (no purchase required) 📸Photo Tips: ◾Best lighting at 3-4 PM ◾The stepped seating by the shelves is super photogenic ◾The reeds at the entrance make a poetic backdrop 🍰Nearby Eats: ✔️Yueya Free Restaurant (next door, amazing ambiance) ✔️Rula Town (5-min walk, must-try West Lake Vinegar Fish) ✔️Tea Color (inside the bookstore, great matcha latte)
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Posted: Jul 14, 2025
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