中国茶叶博物馆

The China National Tea Museum in Hangzhou is a peaceful and beautifully curated destination that captures the soul of China’s tea culture. Nestled among rolling tea plantations and traditional gardens, the museum offers a calm, immersive experience away from the city’s bustle. The exhibits are thoughtfully designed, showcasing the history, philosophy, and artistry of tea—from ancient rituals and tools to regional varieties and brewing techniques. Informative yet easy to follow, the displays make the visit enriching even for first-time visitors. What truly elevates the experience is the setting itself. Walking through the surrounding tea fields and traditional pavilions feels meditative, perfectly complementing the cultural narrative inside. Tea tastings and demonstrations add an interactive touch, allowing visitors to fully appreciate the depth and refinement of Chinese tea traditions. This museum is more than an exhibition space—it’s a tranquil cultural journey, ideal for anyone seeking to understand Hangzhou’s deep connection to tea, nature, and tradition.

An immersive journey into the history of tea, surrounded by nature. ​Located right in the middle of the famous Longjing tea plantations, this museum is a masterpiece without walls. The exhibits are fantastic, covering everything from the history of tea and brewing methods to a vast collection of tea sets from different dynasties. ​What makes this place special is that it’s not just a building; it’s integrated into the tea fields. You can walk through the plantations, see how the tea is grown, and then learn about its cultural significance inside. The atmosphere is incredibly peaceful and Zen-like. ​It is free to enter, which is amazing for such a high-quality museum. A must-visit for anyone coming to Hangzhou, even if you are not a huge tea drinker.

A lovely visit to this tea museum to learn about the history and culture of tea in China. There is a huge directory board at the entrance of the museum compound that gives an overview of the museum grounds. Descriptions are in English as well. As we walked up to the main museum entrance we were delighted to see a lovely stream running through the lower tea plantations. The gardens leading up to the main museum halls are mature with trees and beautiful flowers, lotus, water plants and koi fish. There is a security check point at the entrance of Hall 1. Locals are required to scan a QR code to register. Foreigners were escorted to the main reception hall. We just presented our passports and signed in on their guest book. The lovely receptionist greeted us with a smile and informed us that there is a tea tasting inside featuring 6 different varieties of tea. Overall it was an informative, serene and relaxing activity.

The 中国茶叶博物馆 (China National Tea Museum) in Hangzhou is such a peaceful and beautiful spot! It’s the perfect place to learn about tea’s fascinating history and its deep cultural roots in China. The exhibits are well-organized, and I appreciated that much of the information was available in English, making it easy to follow. The buildings are surrounded by gorgeous gardens and greenery, so it’s definitely worth visiting on a clear day to soak up the ambiance. Entrance was free, which was a nice surprise. If you’re a tea lover or just enjoy serene places with a cultural twist, this museum is a must-visit! Perfect for a relaxing afternoon in Hangzhou.

If you are a tea lover, this is the place you wanna be. This museum is so tranquil and offers more than just a boring museum. I usually don’t like museums but this is a 5 stars for me ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Despite the secluded location, it is a very beautiful place that is underrated and it’s for free. Initially I thought there is a need for registration for the free entry, but we were ushered in politely. A nice place to understand the different types of tea in different parts of China.

Good history of Chinese tea, nestled amid tea plantations, after visiting this museum, take a short walk to the beautiful Green Tea restaurant just a short distance away for a delicious meal and wonderful ambience..

Lovely place where you can learn about the history of tea. The grounds are beautiful and well kept. No tickets are required :) There are several halls with Chinese and English explanations and everything is informational. It was very empty when we went and a helpful (and probably bored)security guard gave us some helpful info too. There are longjing tea plantations outside the museum which you can walk, and a tea house nearby (but we didn't go).