In Hangzhou, you can use the "Alipay" app to make in-store payments, pay for public transportation (public bus, subway, and taxi), rent public bicycles, purchase bus and train tickets, make check-outs on most Chinese-based websites, etc. It can also be used to pay social security rates, medical insurance rates, education fees, and utility bills such as water and electricity online.
On 27 September 2022, Asian Games Pass•Culture and Tourism One-Code-for-All Pass (hereinafter referred to as Culture and Tourism One-Code-for-All Pass) started its public testing. One can search 亚运(Asian Games) on the Alipay app to access the Culture and Tourism One-Code-for-All Pass platform to have a new, smooth, convenient culture and tourism experience.
Reservations are required to visit most scenic spots in Hangzhou. Please make a reservation in advance online before you go.