[2025 Guangzhou Attraction] Travel Guide for South China Botanical Garden，Cas (Updated Apr)

Hey guys, listen up! I just got back from battling the spring crowds in Guangzhou.😤 A local expert taught me a thing or two, and these tips can save you $500 in tourist traps and 3 hours of waiting in line! (Includes secret drone spots + route optimization) 🌸Flower Viewing Traps - The Good and The Bad ⚠️Haizhu Wetland Cherry Blossom Forest ❌Don't go on weekends! Security guards use megaphones to shoo people away. You won't be able to take any photos. ✅Secret passage: Enter through the south gate and go around to the second phase to find your own private cherry blossom valley (the north gate has been taken over by tour groups). ⚠️South China Botanical Garden ❌The greenhouse ticket is a $50 rip-off! Magnolia flowers can be photographed for free in the Cycad Garden. ✅Pro tip: Bring a reflector! Use it to bounce light when the tree shadows are dappled, and you'll instantly glow. ⚠️Dongshankou Trumpet Creeper Wall ❌Miaoqian West Street is dangerous with mixed pedestrian and vehicle traffic! Head to Qiming Avenue for the same flower wall with no crowds. ✅Prop tip: Buy oranges at the nearby market for $3 to use as photo props.🍊 🌸Transportation Traps ⚠️Waiting an hour for the cable car at Baiyun Mountain Peach Blossom Valley? Hike up the mountain from the west gate at 6:30 am to have the whole peach forest to yourself. ⚠️Don't buy tickets for the cherry blossoms at Baomo Garden! Wear Hanfu and enter the neighboring Yuyin Garden for free. ⚠️Don't lay your picnic blanket too close to the cosmos flowers on Ersha Island! There's a 99% chance the sprinklers will go off. (My camera almost died.) 📸Photography Fails ⚠️Flying a drone near the kapok tree on Lingyuan West Road will get you yelled at by the uncles! Use a 70-200mm lens from across the street. ⚠️Don't squat down low to photograph the poppies at Haixinsha! Security will appear within 10 seconds to chase you away. (Sneaky tip: Pretend to tie your shoes and snap a quick photo.) ✅Killer angle for the yellow tabebuia at Zhou Tou Zui: Stand on the overpass and capture the traffic + flowers. Be ready to run if the traffic police show up. 🍜Local Secrets ✅After taking photos at Xiaogang Park, head straight to **Shunying Snack Shop** for a $3 bowl of pig's blood soup—the perfect stomach warmer. ✅Secret code for the grandmas at Luhu Park: "I want the bottom of the bowl" to get the essence of the kapok flower stew. ✅Hidden gem at Haizhu Lake: Rent an electric car to go around the lake (bargain down to $30/hour). 💡Survival Guide 1️⃣Bring a folding stool! Essential for low-angle flower shots (rentals are $20/hour). 2️⃣Pack alcohol wipes! Lifesavers for allergy sufferers. 3️⃣Wear waterproof shoes! All parks have automatic sprinklers in the morning. 4️⃣Beware of "free flowers"! Some people in Dongshankou try to force you to buy them for $20/stem. 🌸Secret Itinerary for Busy Bees 6:00 am: Capture the misty magic at Baiyun Mountain Peach Blossom Valley. 8:30 am: Photograph the glowing magnolias at South China Botanical Garden. 10:00 am: Capture the orange cascade at Qiming Avenue in Dongshankou. 12:00 pm: Enjoy rice noodles under the bauhinia blossoms at Xiaogang Park. 2:00 pm: Cherry blossom extravaganza at Haizhu Wetland (south gate). 4:00 pm: Relax and watch kites fly with the cosmos flowers on Ersha Island. The kapok trees are starting to bloom! Save this guide and tag your photography buddy!📸 The next post will be "Shenzhen Flower Show Pitfalls Guide." 2,000 likes, and I'll stay up all night working on it!💥

/ I want to put all the greenery of the botanical garden in my pocket.🌿 ． I can never get enough of the botanical garden in spring. The light falls on the greenery, like stepping into a real-life version of The Wizard of Oz. Save this exclusive route for hidden spots + forest bathing + flower viewing.👇 / 🎫 Tickets: CNY 20 (half price for students) 🚇 Transportation: Subway Line 6, Botanical Garden Station, Exit A. Walk 5 minutes to the main entrance. ． 🌸Half-day highlights route🌸 Main Entrance → Small Bamboo Garden → Cycad Garden → Liana Garden → Guangzhou's First Village → Azalea Hill → Palm Garden → Lakeside Boardwalk ✅Small Bamboo Garden: Quiet and serene, easily get the same cinematic feel as Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. ✅Liana Garden: A 100-meter wisteria corridor + green vines entwined around tree trunks. Squat down and shoot upwards for a "tree hollow secret realm" perspective, full of fairytale vibes～ ✅Guangzhou's First Village: Next to the ruins of an ancient village, "flower waterfalls" of pigeon flowers hang, resembling flocks of white birds. Use a large aperture to blur the background, and have someone stand sideways under the flowers for a super ethereal shot! ✅Palm Garden: At 1pm, when the sun is slanting, use the dappled leaves as a background, run and capture the moment, or look down at the ground for a story-filled shot! / ‼️Personal tips: 1️⃣Bring your own snacks! There are only small shops in the park. 2️⃣Best time for pigeon flowers: mid-March to early April (they fall easily after rain, so it's recommended to go early on a sunny day!) 3️⃣It's the rainy season in Guangzhou, so mosquito repellent and umbrellas are a must~

❤Recommendation: Now until late March is the best time to see cherry blossoms in Guangzhou! Check out the following cherry blossom photo tips and tricks! 🧳One-Day Itinerary: 1. 9:00–11:30 am: South China Botanical Garden (soft morning light, avoids crowds). 2. 1:00–2:30 pm: Maofeng Mountain Cherry Blossom Valley (strong afternoon light, suitable for high-saturation flower photography). 3. 4:00–6:00 pm: Haizhu Wetlands (the setting sun shines through the petals, creating rich color layers). If 3 spots are too much, you can choose 2 of them. ▽▽▽▽▽▽▽▽ 🕙Morning ✅South China Botanical Garden Cherry Blossom Garden: 🚉Transportation: Subway Line 6, get off at Botanical Garden Station, Exit A. 🌟Highlights: 1. Cherry blossoms are in full bloom, dense pink clusters like clouds and mist. 2. Guanpu Bridge: Take photos overlooking the reflection of cherry blossoms and flowing water, use a telephoto lens to compress the spatial layers. 3. Cherry Blossom Garden hillside: Shoot upwards from a low angle to capture the cherry blossoms against the blue sky, and capture the moment of "cherry blossom rain." 🕙Noon ✅Maofeng Mountain Cherry Blossom Valley: 🚉Transportation: Subway Line 14 to Taihe Station, transfer to bus 758 to Maofengshan Terminal Station. 🌟Highlights: 1. The park has go-karts and camping areas, suitable for family interactive experiences. 2. Below the Ferris wheel: Use cherry blossoms as the foreground and the Ferris wheel as the background to create a fresh Japanese feel. 3. Middle section of Cherry Blossom Avenue: Use the depth of the road to capture the dynamic effect of people strolling through the sea of flowers. 🕙Afternoon ✅Haizhu National Wetland Park: 🚉Transportation: Subway Line 18, get off at Longtan Station, Exit D. 🌟Highlights: 1. Near the Fuerlujing in Phase II, the cherry blossom forest stretches for hundreds of meters. Guangzhou pink butterflies dance among the light pink Xiaoqiao cherry blossoms, suitable for traditional portraits. 2. The wetland boardwalk intersects with the flower fields, which can be combined with ecological elements such as water birds and reeds for photography. ▽▽▽▽▽▽▽▽ ❤Recommendation: Real-time updates on the best flower viewing times and locations. Follow me on my homepage!

The metasequoia in the South China Botanical Garden has finally turned red. In the warm winter sun, the golden metasequoia is more transparent and redder under the sunlight, and the reflection in the lake forms a world like an oil painting, adding color to the winter. - 🍀Photography tips: 1⃣️It is recommended to take photos after 3 pm on a sunny day, when the sunlight is softer and the sky is bluer, and the reflection in the lake is also beautiful! 2⃣️You need to bring a telephoto lens and a wide-angle lens for shooting scenery, and a mobile phone can also do the job, I took it with my phone. 2⃣️Taking portraits is also very effective, it is recommended to wear clothes with a sense of autumn and winter atmosphere, light colors, and a scarf. 3⃣️The park is very large, it's also nice to have a picnic with children. 4⃣️The place where all the metasequoia are yellow is at the Wangpu Bridge, and the metasequoia in Longdong Qilin still need to wait. - ⏱️Shooting time: 2023-12-28 📍Shooting location: South China Botanical Garden 🚇Subway: Exit A of Botanical Garden Station on Line 6 💵Ticket: 20 (children under 1.2 meters are free)

#Greater Bay Area Attractions If you go to Guangzhou in winter, you must go to the South China Botanical Garden to see the "hot" bald cypress. At the end of December, the Metasequoia and Baldcypress trees in the botanical garden gradually turn red. If the weather is clear, the colors will be more vivid and eye-catching. There are three best spots to view bald cypress in the botanical garden: "Longdong Qilin", "Three Arch Bridge" and "Aquatic Botanical Garden". 📍Address: No. 1190 Tianyuan Road, Tianhe District, Guangzhou 🚇Transportation: Metro Line 6, Botanical Garden Station, Exit A, 7 minutes walk 🕒Opening hours: 7:30 – 17:30 🎫Tickets: 20 yuan, greenhouse package 55 yuan

The South China National Botanical Garden, located in Tianhe District, Guangzhou, is currently the largest South Asian tropical botanical garden in the world. It is a beautiful place that allows people to gain a deep understanding of the wonders of nature. In this park, I witnessed the magic and diversity of nature and was deeply moved. As the "Emerald of Southern China", the South China Botanical Garden has rich species and beautiful environment. Here, there are all kinds of plants, from tall trees to beautiful flowers, as well as various exotic plants. The plants here are colorful, and some of them even have fragrance, which makes me feel happy. If time permits, you can also visit the greenhouse group scenic area. The greenhouse complex collects about five thousand plant species. If you like viewing plants, don't miss the opportunity to visit the greenhouse area! #Guangzhou Attractions

This place is magical and you can immerse yourself in different fauna and flora. Great for photo shoot or just a simple walk or picnic with your family. Vast and beautiful, with many idyllic pagodas and bridges. This garden has a very good variety of birds if you are a fan of birding, plants and flowers. Amazing park to relax or ride a bike. It's nice and quiet especially during spring and at sunset. Have grassy play areas for kids to run around, ponds, nice paths to walk around. If you have the opportunity, go during the week when there are fewer people. 🍃 🌲 🌳 🦅 🦢 🌸

Guangzhou South China Botanical Garden covers a vast area, towering trees everywhere, ancient trees, large grasslands, spring ponds, beautiful environment and fresh air, is a good place for picnics, camping, picnics, etc. You are sure to have a fulfilling day here. Transportation advice: Take the MTR "Botanical Garden" station and get off at Exit A Tickets: RMB 25 Finally, the South China Botanical Garden Girl has many other flowers worth appreciating, all of which are not to be missed. #Canton #Tianhe District #South China Botanical Garden #禾雀花

Transportation Guide - Metro Line 6 to Botanical Garden Local attractions - South China Botanical Garden Food and restaurant-delicious Huanong yogurt😚ヾ Shopping Guide - Nearby is Longdong, a university campus, a food court, and affordable prices. The ticket to South China Botanical Garden is 20 yuan per person. The air is fresh inside, and there are many beautiful plants and many varieties. It can relax tourists and enjoy nature. It is worth recommending. #LocalTour #12月去边 #SuburbanGoodDestinations

I recommend you a photo of the holy land, suitable for a weekend trip to the South China Botanical Garden. The botanical garden is very large, divided into many different areas, and there are many scenes suitable for taking pictures. The towering trees that can be seen everywhere in the garden let you be in the nature. The park has desert plant rooms, alpine polar plant rooms, tropical rainforest plant rooms... these greenhouse areas. The cactus is located in the desert plant room. The light in the glass room is very suitable for taking pictures. You can easily shoot the photos you want without going to Xiamen. In addition to the greenhouse, the big grass in the park is also a highlight of the photo. You can also have a picnic with friends or family on the grass. It is also a good choice, especially when it is near dusk. Beautiful. I suggest you wear some fresh wind skirts, so you can shoot the ins wind photos you want. Tickets: Ordinary ticket 20 yuan / person, set ticket 50 yuan / person (including greenhouse) Note: more green plants in the park, there will be mosquitoes, easy Remember to bring mosquito-repellent water to the mosquitoes. When it comes to summer, its cool to wear. In the desert greenhouse and rainforest greenhouse, its not a general enthusiasm greenhouse in the afternoon.

#TOTD# Guangzhou Spring Flower: Like the bird's flower want to see the sparrow flower in Guangzhou, you can go to the South China Botanical Garden, where there are purple, pink, white and green varieties. Last year, I saw the green sparrow flower in Tianzhu Lake Forest Park. Today, I saw the purple sparrow flower. The bunch of sparrow flowers are covered with trunks. From time to time, the sparrow flowers fall down, and I was accidentally splashed with flowers. The sun shines through the leaves, and the sparrows are purple and bright, and they are extraordinarily beautiful, like a charming and charming woman. The people under the tree are constantly photographing, the bees are busy collecting honey, and the tourists are busy taking pictures. After a few spring rains, the sparrow flower was blown down a lot, and there was no glamorous opening, but there was still a proud attitude.

#TOTD# South China Botanical Garden enjoys flowers, leaving spring in my heart Guangzhou spring flowers, don't want to go around, come to South China Botanical Garden is the best choice, visit more than 20 parks, see cuckoo, ginger, orchid, grass Sparrows and even cycads, ferns, etc., can also go to the greenhouse group to enjoy the flowers. We came and went in a hurry, only went to the first village of Guangzhou, and left after watching the aquatic plants and the sparrows. The botanical garden can be played for a whole day. It is recommended to bring water and food, rent a bicycle in the park, and the family stops and stops, so that the flowers are not lost. If you are young and physically fit, take a map and enjoy the flowers on foot. Dont have any fun!

If in the spring of March, the South China Botanical Garden will surely be crowded with people, because the flowers here are open. The colors are hanging on the tree and it looks great. South China Botanical Garden tickets 20 yuan, the subway can go to the Botanical Garden Station. The park is very large. It is the most comfortable thing to enjoy while enjoying the flowers and trees.

#Guangzhou Itinerary If you feel tired after staying in the city for a long time, come to the South China Botanical Garden in Guangzhou, dive into the forest and enjoy the healing power of nature. Take this one-day tour route and enjoy the botanical garden easily! 🌄 Morning 9:00-10:00 | Enter the main gate and go to the woody flower area first. This place is like an overturned palette of nature. Different flowers compete with each other in beauty in different seasons, and every shot is a stunning blockbuster. 10:00-12:00 | Move to the greenhouse area, as if embarking on a global plant adventure. The Tropical Rainforest Pavilion is full of the mysterious rainforest atmosphere; the Exotic Flowers and Plants Pavilion houses a variety of wonderful flowers; in the Desert Plant Pavilion, cacti and other plants grow tenaciously; the Alpine Plant Pavilion displays unique alpine plant landscapes, each of which is amazing. 🍱Noon 12:00-13:00 | When you are tired of playing, just spread out a picnic mat in the rest area or on the lawn near the greenhouse scenic area and enjoy the food you brought with you. If you want to relax, you can also go to the park restaurant to try the special dishes. 🌅Afternoon 13:00-14:00 | Rushing to the waterfall bridge, you can hear the sound before you see the scenery. The majestic waterfall rushes down, bringing cool water vapor, instantly healing your body and mind. 14:00-15:00 | Walking into Fujimoto Garden is like walking into the Wizard of Oz. Various vines are intertwined, with mottled light and shadow, creating a great atmosphere for taking photos. 15:00-16:00 | Arriving at the central lawn, the vast grass makes people just want to have fun. Lie in the sun, take a walk, fly a kite, do whatever makes you feel comfortable. 16:00-17:00 | Walk along Renmianzi Road into the Cycad Garden. The cycads here are "living fossils" in the plant kingdom, witnessing the changes of time and quietly telling ancient stories. 🚇Transportation Guide: Take Guangzhou Metro Line 6 to Botanical Garden Station, and walk 370 meters west from Exit A to reach the main entrance. You can also take buses B12, 30, 39, etc. and get off at the "Botanical Garden Main Entrance" stop.

#cherryblossom25 When flowers reunite with sunlight, The breeze suddenly fills my lungs with sweetness — It’s like I’ve pledged myself to March’s wind and golden light. 🌸 Hey Guangzhou friends, it’s time to reunite with spring! Take advantage of the sunshine — go to where the blossoms are in full bloom. Feel spring. Be spring. ✨ And don’t forget — you are a part of spring too. 💕 This place? South China Botanical Garden. Not even kidding — this is my ultimate springtime soul sanctuary. It’s like stumbling into a sun-drenched valley — A hillside glowing with blooming azaleas, New leaves, semi-transparent, swaying on the tips of branches, The air filled with the scent of earth and subtle floral notes. 🌱🌸 The entire hillside looks like Monet spilled his paint palette — And in that moment, it’s just… healing. Deeply, beautifully healing. 🎨🫶 📍Address: South China Botanical Garden 🚇Transport: Guangzhou Metro Line 6, Botanical Garden Station, Exit A #naturalwonders #travel

The South China Botanical Garden (SOUTH CHINA BOTANICAL GARDEN, CAS) is affiliated with the Chinese Academy of Sciences and is one of China's important research institutions for plant science and ecological science. Formerly known as the Sun Yat-sen University Institute of Agriculture, Forestry and Botany, the South China Botanical Garden was founded in 1929 by the renowned botanist, Academician Chen Huanyong. In 1954, it became affiliated with the Chinese Academy of Sciences and was renamed the South China Institute of Botany, CAS. In October 2003, it was renamed the South China Botanical Garden, CAS. In 2008, the South China Botanical Garden was rated as a National AAAA Tourist Attraction by the National Tourism Administration.

#ChinaTravelMoment #ChinaTravel #Guangzhou #2024WishEvent Hello! I'm a student who keeps going around^_^ The South China Botanical Garden is a place that you can't see enough even if you spend all day there.🤩 📍华南国家植物园 *Admission Fee: Adults - 20 yuan, Seniors - 10 yuan, Students/Children - 10 yuan *Botanical Garden & Flower Garden: Adults - 50 yuan, Seniors - 25 yuan, Students/Children - 25 yuan (➡️It's more recommended to do it together!!👍👍) *Advantage: There are 3-5-person bicycles that you can ride with the people you go with outdoors, so you can have a comfortable and fun time😙 If you buy a ticket to see both the botanical garden and the flower garden, you'll see 100 times more! I recommend stopping by both while you're there! *#Hwanam Botanical Garden Recommended Time☀️: November or March / Avoid too hot times because you have to walk a lot, and I recommend a cool and sunny time👍

Spring has arrived, and the South China Botanical Garden is in full bloom. It's time for a romantic flower-viewing trip! This guide plans the best flower-viewing route for you, taking you through the spring scenery of azaleas, camellias, and double-colored jasmine. Save it now! 🌺 Recommended Flower Viewing Route Azalea Sea: 📍 Enter from the main entrance of the Botanical Garden and walk for about 5 minutes to reach the Azalea Garden. 🌸 Hundreds of varieties of azaleas in pink, rose, purple, white... It's like an ocean of flowers! Camellia Feast: 📍 Turn right from the Azalea Garden and walk for about 10 minutes to reach the Camellia Garden. 🌺 Camellias come in many varieties, with bright colors and a long flowering period. A must-see in spring! Double-Colored Jasmine Secret: 📍 Walk about 15 minutes from the Camellia Garden to reach the Jasmine Garden. 💜 Double-colored jasmine has a strong fragrance and a unique, charming blend of white and purple! --- 🌼 Flower Viewing Tips - Best time: Mid-March to mid-April, when hundreds of flowers bloom and the scenery is at its best! - Transportation: Take subway Line 6 to Botanical Garden Station, or take the bus to Botanical Garden Station. - Tickets: 20 yuan/person Come to South China Botanical Garden and unlock your spring romance! 🌸💖

🌟What's worth seeing at South China Botanical Garden? The Tropical Greenhouse Complex is definitely a must-see. 📍The Tropical Greenhouse Complex at South China Botanical Garden is one of the largest comprehensive greenhouse complexes in China and even Asia. It brings together plants from different climate zones around the world, combining high-tech greenhouse and ecological landscaping technologies. It's a place that integrates popular science, sightseeing, and research. ‌ 🍀The Tropical Greenhouse Complex mainly consists of four areas: ‌1️⃣🌴【Tropical Rainforest Greenhouse‌】 Here, the environment of tropical rainforests such as the Amazon and Southeast Asia is simulated, with waterfalls, aerial walkways, strangler figs, giant Victoria amazonica, and more, offering an immersive experience. ‌🌟Highlights: Single-tree forests, epiphytes, carnivorous plant areas... ✅Hollow Tree: With a hollow trunk, about 10 meters high and nearly 1 meter in diameter, the inside of the trunk can accommodate one person. This peculiar tree is a marvel of nature formed after a banyan tree completes its strangulation process. ✅Giant Victoria Amazonica: The leaves can bear tens of kilograms of weight (even a child can sit inside). ✅"See Blood Seal Throat": Also known as the "arrow poison tree," its bark, branches, and sap (latex) all contain cardiac glycoside toxins, especially the sap, which is the most toxic. Contact with wounds or mucous membranes (such as eyes or mouth) can cause poisoning; ingestion can be fatal. 2️⃣🎍【Interesting Plants Greenhouse‌】 This area showcases plants with peculiar shapes or unique survival strategies, such as Dioscorea elephantipes, air plants, and pitcher plants. ✅Cannonball Tree: The fruit is very peculiar, spherical, about 15-20 centimeters in diameter, and covered with hard, bumpy protrusions, looking like a rusty ancient cannonball. The flowers of the cannonball tree are beautiful, colorful, and fragrant, making them very eye-catching. ✅Sensitive Plant: A common roadside plant in childhood, now it can only be seen in specific places. I still remember when entertainment was scarce in my childhood, touching a sensitive plant by the roadside and watching it shrink was already very satisfying. ‌3️⃣🌵【Desert Plants Greenhouse‌】 This area displays xerophytic plants from the Americas, Africa, and other regions, such as giant cacti, lithops, and agave, combined with desert landscape design. 🌟Highlights:‌Succulent plant wall, simulated sand dune landscape. ‌4️⃣⛰️【Alpine/Polar Plants Greenhouse‌】 This area simulates high-altitude or cold environments, showcasing rare plants such as alpine rhododendrons and Saussurea laniceps. It's perfect for those who love unusual plants. ✅Saussurea laniceps: The unique shape and color of the flowers and leaves are super cute. Its flowers are mostly white or lavender, and the petals are covered with fine hairs, resembling the ears of a little rabbit in the snow. 5️⃣♻️【Aquatic Plants Area‌】 The outdoor lake is combined with the greenhouse to display aquatic plants such as water lilies and lotuses, which are particularly stunning when they bloom in summer. ✅Cute Armored Catfish: Smacking their lips and wriggling on the glass, they look super funny. ‌ ‌🎫Tickets‌: Separate tickets are required for the Tropical Greenhouse Complex (refer to another note). ‌⌚️Opening Hours‌: Open all year round, the Tropical Greenhouse Complex is usually open from ‌7:30 am to 5:30 pm‌ (subject to the specific arrangements of the scenic spot). ‌🚌Transportation‌: Take Metro Line 6 to "Botanical Garden" Station, Exit A, and walk for about 10 minutes; there is a parking lot for self-driving. ‌⏰Visiting Time‌: It is recommended to reserve 2-3 hours. The humidity inside the Tropical Greenhouse Complex is high, and except for the "Alpine/Polar Plants Greenhouse," which is relatively cool, the other areas are relatively hot. Pay attention to heatstroke prevention in summer. ‌ ‌✅Tips: 🤳Photo Spots‌: The waterfall in the Tropical Rainforest Greenhouse, the cactus cluster in the Desert Greenhouse, and the Victoria amazonica pond in the Aquatic Area (summer). ‌👫🏻Family Experience‌: There are interactive information boards inside the greenhouse, suitable for children to learn about plants; there is also a Children's Plant Paradise in the park. ‌🌿Recommended Season‌: Suitable for all seasons, but spring (March-May) is when hundreds of flowers bloom in the garden, and the greenhouse complements the outdoor landscape. ‌🪀Nearby Attractions: You can also visit other areas of the botanical garden, such as Longdong Qilin (classic lake view), the Medicinal Plant Area, and the Bamboo Garden. ‌⚠️Precautions‌: The inside of the greenhouse is relatively hot and humid, so it is recommended to wear light and breathable clothing; be careful in some areas as the ground can be slippery. ‌ If you plan to have an in-depth visit, you can check the official website in advance for temporary exhibitions or night activities (such as firefly watching at night or light festivals), and you might find extra surprises!🌿✨

Guangzhou South China Botanical Garden Travel Guide | Enter the real-life version of The Wizard of Oz🌳 My dears, promise me that you will never miss the South China Botanical Garden in Guangzhou! This real-life version of The Wizard of Oz is definitely a great choice for weekend relaxation, couples dating, and family outings. Hurry up and get this super detailed guide 📖 👍Recommendation reasons: This is a paradise for plant lovers🌱, with rare plants from all over the world collected. Whether it is mysterious rainforest plants or exotic succulents from the desert, you can find them here. Walking in the park, you feel like you are in a fantasy world of plants. Moreover, this is also a holy place for taking photos and checking in. Every frame is so beautiful that it goes viral! 🗺Attractions introduction: 🌵Greenhouse group scenic area: the absolute C-position scenic area! In the tropical rainforest room, lush vegetation blocks out the sun, and sunlight shines through the gaps between the leaves, forming a dreamy Tyndall effect, just like a fairyland in a fairy tale. In the desert plant room, cacti and succulents of various shapes make people feel as if they have traveled to a mysterious desert. 🌳Longdong Qilin: One of the new eight scenic spots in Guangzhou, the two peninsulas of Palm Garden and Relict Plant Area are connected by Wenchang Bridge. The lake under the bridge is clear and sparkling. The palm trees and bald cypress by the lake are tall and straight, with different beautiful scenery in each season. They are green in the spring and golden in the autumn, and every shot is a blockbuster. 🌷Aquatic Botanical Garden: In spring and summer, this place becomes a sea of ​​flowers. Large patches of lotus and water lilies are in full bloom, red like fire, pink like clouds, and white like snow. Walking along the wooden plank road is like walking into a water village in the south of the Yangtze River, full of poetry and romance. 🌿Fern Garden: The earliest fern garden built in my country, it houses many rare ferns, such as the ancient Alsophila spinulosa and the Pentong tree. Here, you can see the magical parasitic phenomenon of Alsophila spinulosa and feel the wonder of nature. 🌺Ginger Garden: This place seems to be the "Giant Kingdom" of the plant world. The huge open-air traveler's palms are like big umbrellas, and the various colors of heliconia and closed-sheath ginger are brightly colored and taller than people. There are also super-large Victoria amazonica and some banana trees even bear fruit, which is novel and interesting. 🚗 Transportation to attractions: 🚇Subway: Take Line 6 to Exit A of Botanical Garden Station, and walk for 5 minutes to reach the main entrance. It is convenient and fast, highly recommended! 🚌Bus: You can take bus No. B12 to "Tianyuan Road Terminal (South China Botanical Garden)"; you can also take bus No. 28, No. 30, No. 39 and get off at "Botanical Garden" station. 🗺Travel route: 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Parent-child tour route: Greenhouse group scenic area (stimulate children's curiosity about plants) → Aquatic Botanical Garden (learn about aquatic plants) → Neolithic ruins (feel the sedimentation of history) → Ginger Garden (explore exotic plants) → Bamboo Garden → Magnolia Garden → Biological Garden → Cycad Garden → Orchid Garden → Medicinal Plant Garden → Pineapple Garden → Fern Garden → Longdong Qilin Scenic Area (enjoy parent-child time). 👫Romantic tour route for couples: Main entrance → Woody flower area (strolling along the flower path, full of romance) → Greenhouse area (explore the wonderful world of plants) → Waterfall Bridge (take sweet photos) → Aquatic plant area (enjoy tranquility and beauty) → Colorful leaf plant area → Magnolia garden → Endangered plant garden → Orchid garden → Pineapple garden → Relict plant area → Central lawn (have a romantic picnic). 📷Route for photography enthusiasts: Greenhouse Scenic Area (capture the mysterious light and shadow of the tropical rainforest, and shoot the unique shape of the cactus) → Aquatic Botanical Garden (freeze the beauty of lotus and water lily) → Longdong Qilin (shoot the beauty of lake light and tree shadows) → Ginger Garden (record the unique charm of traveler's banana and heliconia) → Fern Garden (shoot the simplicity and mystery of Alsophila spinulosa). 🍱Food recommendations: The cafe in the park is a great place to take a break. Order a cup of fragrant coffee and delicious cake to instantly restore your energy. If you want to taste more delicious food, you must not miss the nearby Longdong Snack Street! The grilled skewers 🍖 are sizzling with oil, the stinky tofu is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, the rice noodle rolls are smooth and delicious, and every bite is full of happiness. 💰Cost related: 🎫Tickets: Full ticket is 20 yuan, very cost-effective! Some groups of people, such as the elderly and students, can enjoy half-price or free tickets, which is very thoughtful. 🌡Greenhouse tickets: 50 yuan/person if purchased separately, or package tickets are available, also 50 yuan/person. 📌Other tips: 📱Purchase tickets in advance from the official WeChat account and scan the QR code to enter the park. It’s easy and convenient to start your happy journey in seconds! 🦟There are many mosquitoes in the park, especially near the lake and grass. Be sure to bring mosquito repellent, otherwise you may be "warmly entertained" by mosquitoes. 🥤The park is very large and it takes a lot of energy to walk around. It is recommended to bring your own water and snacks to replenish your energy at any time. 🌇3-5pm is the golden time for taking photos. The light is soft and the photos taken have a full sense of atmosphere!

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In March, the azaleas are in bloom again at the South China Botanical Garden. It reminds me of the song "Azalea Yangzhou Ballad" by Timi Zhuo: Light March days, Azaleas bloom on the hillside, Azaleas bloom by the stream, So beautiful! Like a village girl, Like a village girl. In addition to the Azalea Garden, there are also beautiful azaleas and blue browallia near the Sculpture Path. 📍Azalea locations: ✔️Azalea Garden (turn right at the main entrance) ✔️Relict Plant Garden (turn left at the main entrance) ✔️Sculpture Path (behind the Great Lawn) ✅Flower viewing route: South China Botanical Garden Main Entrance → Woody Flower Area → Camellia Garden → Azalea Garden → Aquatic Plant Garden → Guangzhou No.1 Village → Cherry Blossom Garden → Magnolia Garden → Vine Garden → Sculpture Path → Relict Plant Garden → Main Entrance ✔️The Woody Flower Area has flame vines. ✔️The Aquatic Plant Garden has water lilies🪷. ✔️Guangzhou No.1 Village has pigeon flowers. ✔️The Vine Garden has flame vines, pigeon flowers, morning glories, and black-eyed Susans, as well as swings and a sandpit. 📍Location: South China National Botanical Garden (Sculpture Path) 🎫Tickets: 20, excluding the greenhouse (half price for seniors, children, and students) 🅿️Parking: 5/hour 🚇Subway: Subway Line 6, Botanical Garden Station, Exit A

#chinatravelitinerary Guangzhou has an immense number of parks to visit and to explore! For instance, the park itinerary for the five-day tour of Guangzhou can be narrated like example below: Day 1: Yuexiu Park Activity arrangements: In the morning, go to Yuexiu Park to visit the iconic Wuyang Stone Statue and Zhongshan Monument.In the afternoon, stroll by the lake in the park and enjoy the natural and peaceful environment.There are Dongxiu Lake, Nanxiu Lake and Beixiu Lake in Yuexiu Park. Each lake has its own unique scenery and activities. Day 2: Chimelong Tourist Resort Activity arrangements: Go to Chimelong Tourist Resorts, including Chimelong Happy World and Chimelong Wildlife World.Chimelong Paradise is suitable for tourists of all ages, with a wealth of rides and performances Day 3: South China Botanical Garden Activity arrangement: Visit the South China Botanical Garden, which is rich in plant species and beautiful environment. It is a good place to learn plant knowledge and get close to nature. Day 4: Lingnan Impression Park Activity arrangement: Go to Lingnan Impression Park to experience the golden age of Lingnan culture.There are many traditional buildings and activities here, which make people seem to travel through time and space. Day 5: Guangzhou Tower and surrounding attractions Activity arrangement: On the last day, you can go to the Guangzhou Tower to overlook the beauty of the entire city.In the evening, you can enjoy the sunset and night view on the high-altitude walking trail or observation deck near the Guangzhou Tower Food recommendation There are many food recommendations near every park： Near Yuexiu Park: You can try the time-honored restaurants and specialty snacks in Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street, such as desserts from Nanxin Milk dessert experts, Chen Tianji fish skins, etc. Chimelong Tourist Resort: Taste special Cantonese-style set meals in the park, such as soy sauce chicken rice, Shunde fish raw, etc. Lingnan Impression Garden: You can taste local specialty snacks and drinks.

#chinatravelitinerary The cherry blossoms in Guangzhou are mainly distributed in the following locations: Baomo Garden: As a national 4A scenic spot, Baomo Garden perfectly blends colorful cherry blossoms with ancient architecture and Chinese culture. Walking through it feels like you are in a step-by-step cherry blossom viewing paradise. The ticket price is 54 yuan, and the online advance purchase is 48 yuan. For transportation, you can take subway Line 3 to Exit B of Shiqiao Station and get off, then transfer to bus No. 67 to reach it. Conghua Tianshi Cherry Blossom Paradise: It has 1,000 acres of cherry blossom planting area and about 100,000 cherry blossoms. There are many varieties and different colors, like a pink dreamland.The ticket price is 68 yuan.It is recommended to go by car. The address is Xihe Village, a suburb of Conghua District. The second phase of Haizhu National Wetland Park: There are 10 acres of cherry blossom forest, which stretches for 100 meters. The varieties include Guangzhou Cherry, Chinese red cherry, Xiaoqiao, etc., which are very suitable for portrait shooting.The ticket price is 20 yuan.You can take metro Line 3 to Datang Station, then transfer to bus No. 582 to the South Gate of Wetland Park. Huadu Beach (Fangjie) Theme Park: This is the new cherry blossom theme Park in Huadu. In addition to enjoying the flowers, you can also taste fresh cherry blossom-themed snacks and drinks.The ticket price is 29.9 yuan. It is recommended to go by car. The address is No. 3 Furong Road, Huadu District. South China Agricultural University: There are three major cherry blossom viewing destinations on the campus of Huanong: the School of Animal Sciences, the Wetland Park and Triangle City. Each place has its own characteristics.In addition, there are bauhinia, yellow flower, suzuki, camellia, kapok, bougainvillea and other flowers.You can take metro Line 3 to Exit A of Wushan Station, and then walk to No. 483 Wushan Road, Tianhe District. Nansha Eighteen Luohan Mountain: This is a 3A-level scenic spot with viewing spots such as peach Garden, cherry blossom Garden, Huanghuafeng Suzuki Promenade, and Hequhua Promenade.There are also natural landscapes such as forests, ravines, lakes, Danxia landforms, and ancient sea erosion sites.The address is Prosperity Road, Dagang Town, Panyu District. South China National Botanical Garden: Located at No. 1190 Tianyuan Road, Tianhe District, it not only has rich plant resources, but also beautiful cherry blossoms waiting for you to enjoy.You can take subway Line 6 to Exit A of Botanical Garden Station. Huangpu Entrepreneurship Park: Located near Exit A of Shuixi Station on METRO Line 21, there are not only cherry blossoms, but also rich natural and cultural landscapes. These locations not only provide a good place to enjoy cherry blossoms, but also have their own unique scenery and cultural background, which are suitable for tourists with different needs to visit.

In Guangzhou, spring flowers have quietly bloomed, and the best time to enjoy the flowers has arrived. ⛰【Attractions Guide】 📍Detailed address: No. 1190, Tianyuan Road, Tianhe District, Guangzhou City, Guangdong Province 🚗Transportation Guide: 1. Get off at the "Botanical Garden Main Gate" stop on bus No. B12, 28, 30, 39, 83, 84, 345, 346, 494, 535, 534, 564, 775. 2. Take bus No. 775 and get off at "Botanical Garden West Gate" stop. 3. Get off at "Botanical Garden" Station on Metro Line 6, and walk 370 meters west from Exit A to the main entrance. Take bus No. 4, 46, 54 or 218 and get off at the “Institute of Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences” bus stop. Walk about 600 meters to the west gate of the exhibition area of ​​South China Botanical Garden. 🕙Opening hours: 7:30-17:30 (entry time extended to 19:30 from May 9 to June 4) 💰Ticket price: 20 yuan 🌟Highlights: 1. Cherry blossoms are in full bloom. Cherry blossoms🌸 bloom in mid-February, and are in full bloom around February 26, and late bloom on March 8. Hurry and see! 2. The silk cotton tree blooms in succession, blooming three times a year, with a tree full of purple or white flowers. 3. When the bird of paradise flowers bloom, cute little birds gather towards you, looking so adorable.

🌈Attraction features: It combines nature and science, has rare plants, beautiful greenhouse landscapes, and is beautiful in all seasons. 🎟️Ticket information: Affordable prices, some areas are open free of charge. 🕐️Scenic area opening hours: weekdays 07:30 - 17:30. 💗Other tips: It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes, you can bring your own food for a picnic, and there are science explanation services in the park.

📍Address: South China Botanical Garden ⏰Opening hours: 7:30-17:30 (greenhouse area open until 16:30) 🎫Tickets: - Park ticket: 20 yuan 💰 - Greenhouse area ticket: 50 yuan 💸 - Package ticket (park + greenhouse area): 50 yuan 💵 -🎫Half-price tickets: Children 1.2-1.5 meters tall, seniors aged 60-65, full-time university undergraduates and below - Free Tickets: ① Children under 1.2 meters and children under 6 years old with valid ID (only for individual travelers) ② Elderly persons aged 65 or above (including 65 years old) with Mainland China ID card ③Hold Guangzhou City Free Blood Donation Discount Card and Mainland China ID card ④ Retired military personnel with the "Retired Military Personnel Preferential Card" and other documents ⑤ Dependents of martyrs, dependents of servicemen who died in the line of duty, and dependents of servicemen who died of illness can apply with the "Dependents' Privilege Card" 🚶 Recommended tour route: Guangzhou🚇 Line 6 Botanical Garden Station Exit A➡ Palm Garden➡ Wenchang Bridge➡ Longdong Qilin➡ Central Lawn➡ Cycad Garden➡ Gymnosperm Area➡ Renmianzi Road➡ Shuishengyuan Road➡ Wangpu Bridge➡ Dujuan Road➡ Botanical Garden Gate 🌟Must-check-in points: 1⃣ Greenhouse Scenic Area 🌴 Tropical rainforest, desert plants, exotic flowers and plants, alpine plant room🌵🌸 2⃣ Longdong Qilin 🎋 The bamboo forest path is quiet and elegant 🛤 Perfect for taking ancient style photos 3⃣ Magnolia Garden 🌸 In spring, you can see large areas of magnolias 🌺 4⃣ Medicinal Plant Garden 🌿 Learn about various Chinese herbal medicines Increase knowledge and maintain health 🧘‍♀

As you step into the Spring Festival Flower Show at the South China Botanical Garden, a sea of tulips will catch your eye, instantly brightening up the New Year. The vast expanse of tulips is like a burning flame, passionate and unrestrained, swaying gracefully on the branches, adding a touch of fiery festivity to the New Year; the pink ones are like clouds in the sky, gentle and romantic, with layers of petals surrounding the delicate stamens, like carefully crafted works of art, exuding a sweet fragrance; the yellow ones are like bright sunlight, dazzling and eye-catching, gently swaying in the breeze, as if telling people the beautiful blessings of the New Year. Some of them are in bud, with plump buds full of endless anticipation, ready to bloom under the warm sun; some are in full bloom, with stretched petals showing off their unique beauty, each with clear textures, delicate and soft. The flowers are staggered in height, looking even more delicate and charming against the green leaves. During the Spring Festival holiday, people stroll among them, stopping to admire or take photos, children laughing and playing by the flowers, and the elderly with happy smiles on their faces. This sea of tulips is not only a visual feast but also a warm and beautiful memory of the New Year, allowing people to feel the reunion and joy in the fragrance of flowers and start a vibrant new year.

[Rose] Guangzhou, this vibrant and charming city, always brings endless surprises to people. The South China Botanical Garden is one of these shining natural pearls. On a drizzling day, I walked into the South China Botanical Garden and encountered the gorgeous peonies in the rain. [Rose] As raindrops gently hit the ground, the South China Botanical Garden seemed to be covered with a veil, appearing hazy and mysterious. As we walked along the winding path, the air was filled with the fresh scent of earth and light floral aromas. After turning a corner, a brilliant color comes into view. That is the peony garden in the rain. [Rose] The peony in the rain has a unique charm. The crystal raindrops hang on the petals like sparkling pearls, making the already delicate flowers even more charming. Each peony is like a shy girl, nodding slightly under the caress of the drizzle, showing a subtle and moving beauty. [Rose] The pink peony is like the sunset in the sky, soft and warm. The raindrops sliding down the petals look like tears of a young girl, so endearing. The white peony is like a pure fairy, standing gracefully in the rain, spotless. The red peony is like a burning flame, passionate and unrestrained. Even in the rain, it does not conceal its beauty and flamboyance. [Rose] Take a closer look and you will see that the petals of the peony are layered, delicate and soft. The stamens are golden yellow, like bright pearls inlaid in the center of the flower. The raindrops rolled between the petals, gathered into small water droplets, slid down, and dripped into the embrace of the earth. The raindrops on the leaves are crystal clear, contrasting with the emerald green leaves, forming a natural ink painting. [Rose] The peony garden in the rain is quiet and peaceful. There is no usual hustle and bustle, only the sound of raindrops falling and the rustling sound of the breeze. Here, time seems to stand still, and everything becomes so beautiful and peaceful. I stood quietly among the flowers, feeling the tranquility and beauty, as if I had become one with nature. [Rose] Peony, as the king of flowers, has always been loved and appreciated by people. And in the South China Botanical Garden in the rain, they show a unique charm. They are not only beautiful flowers, but also a symbol of life. They bloom in the wind and rain, tenacious and unyielding. [Rose] When I left the peony garden, I couldn't help but look back frequently. The beauty in the rain will always remain deep in my memory. The peonies in the South China Botanical Garden made me feel the magic and beauty of nature on this rainy day, and also gave me a deeper understanding and respect for life.