[2025 Beijing Attraction] Travel Guide for China National Botanical Garden (Updated Jun)

#forest #100 ways to travel #trip Cherry Valley is located in the North Garden of Beijing Botanical Garden and is a place full of natural charm. The forest landscape and rich plant species here attract many tourists to come and watch and explore. Forest Features 🔆Rare plants: Cherry Valley has many rare plants, such as Metasequoia, Jasmine, Pteris chinensis and Pinus koraiensis, which are known as "living fossils". These plants not only have ornamental value, but also have important ecological protection significance. 🔆Nature Reserve: Cherry Valley is a nature reserve with sound ecological functions. The unique natural conditions here provide a good living environment for various animals and plants. Visitors can feel the purity and beauty of nature here. 🔆Trails and viewpoints: There are many trails and viewpoints in Cherry Valley, which are convenient for tourists to observe plants and enjoy the beautiful scenery up close. Walking along the trail, you can hear the birds singing and the gurgling stream, which is relaxing. 🔆Seasonal scenery: Cherry Valley has different scenery in each season. In spring, cherry blossoms are in full bloom, filling the ditch with pink; in summer, green trees provide shade and the air is cool and pleasant; in autumn, the red leaves are like fire and the scenery is charming; in winter, the water is covered with white snow, making it a silver-white scene. Cherry Valley in the North Garden of the National Botanical Garden is a tourist destination that combines natural beauty and ecological protection. Whether you are a plant lover or someone seeking natural tranquility, you can find fun here. It is recommended that you choose the right season to visit so that you can better experience the beauty of Cherry Valley in all four seasons. 📍Address: Xiangshan Road, Haidian District, Beijing

The secret Peach Blossom Pool in the North Fifth Ring is perfect except for one flaw: it's exclusive to Beijing. The Peach Blossom Valley, directly accessible by the Metro Xijiao Line, is truly breathtakingly beautiful🌸 The babbling streams and the pink peach forests that look like mist and rosy clouds The clear sunlight filters through the treetops, casting reflections on the moss-covered gray stones The pink and white flowering trees exude the spirit and beauty of spring under the light · Strolling along the riverside of the Peach Blossom Stream, the babbling water is like music to the ears Visions of ancient people appear before your eyes, everything is like a fairyland in an ancient painting It's hard to believe such beauty exists in Beijing, and the ticket is only 5 yuan While everyone is crowding at the Zhizhu Temple to see the pear blossoms, why not come here! This spring season is windy, and it's estimated that the trees won't be fully blooming, so hurry up 📍Navigation: National Botanical Garden North Park·Peach Blossom Valley National Botanical Garden (formerly Beijing Botanical Garden)

#fallingseason I just love this park near the fragrant hills mountains and during autumn it is definitely a must visit. The change of colors in this spectacular season is just stunning and this is one of my definitely favorites in Beijing. 🚇 During this popular season to come to this area it can be extremely crowded so I do recommend coming by the subway, there is a stop just by the main gate. 💰5 Rmb for entrance and 50 Rmb more if you want to enter the greenhouse and the Wufu temple. #beijing #garden #autumn

#hikingtrails Dawn Redwood Forest at the National Botanical Garden. This area is known for its beautiful and ancient water-loving trees called dawn redwoods. The hiking trails around the water redwood forest are peaceful and scenic, perfect for nature lovers who want to enjoy a calm walk surrounded by tall, lush trees. The trails are generally easy to moderate, making them suitable for most hikers, and along the way, you can enjoy the fresh air and the unique, tranquil atmosphere of this special forest.

When cherry blossoms take center stage at Beijing Botanical Garden, the entire landscape turns into a dreamy pink paradise. From delicate sakura tunnels to hilltop views framed by fluttering petals, every step feels like walking through a painting. Families picnic under blooming trees, artists sketch the floral beauty, and photographers chase the perfect soft-focus shot. With the fragrance of spring in the air and a peaceful vibe all around, this spot offers the ideal escape from the city’s hustle. Don’t miss the floral explosion that defines #cherryblossom25—this garden is Beijing’s best-kept spring secret!

There's another great place to visit in Beijing on rainy days: Cherry Valley in the Botanical Garden. Cherry Valley is so beautiful on a rainy day, with its wet dawn redwoods and rising mist, like a misty forest. It happened to be a holiday today, and there was mist spraying in the morning. Perhaps because it was the end of the May Day holiday and it was a cloudy day, there weren't many tourists. 📍Location: Cherry Valley, North Garden of the Botanical Garden. Walk 2 km from the Southwest Gate, or take a tour bus (CNY 20) to reach it. 🧭Botanical Garden Cherry Valley Mist Spraying Time: Weekends and holidays 9:00–10:00 🚇Transportation: Take the Xijiao Line to the Botanical Garden Station and go directly to the Southwest Gate. 🎫Tickets: North Garden CNY 5 ❗️Tips: It takes a long time to walk from the entrance to Cherry Valley, so allow enough time and wear comfortable shoes～

Girls! Just discovered a gem in the city‼️ A 30-minute drive to a Nordic-style Metasequoia forest, the north garden of the National Botanical Garden is breathtakingly beautiful! This guide will show you how to capture the 8,000㎡ tulip sea with your steering wheel, where even the air smells like cherry blossoms～ 📍Road Trip Cheatsheet ▫️Set your navigation to [National Botanical Garden North Garden parking lot]! Arrive before 8am on weekends to snag a parking spot (10 yuan/hour) ▫️Important‼️Drive an SUV! Gravel roads are a breeze ▫️Prepare a playlist of "Kikujiro's Summer" BGM (Open all windows and enjoy the birdsong) ▫️Sunroof is a must! Capture stunning aerial views of the flower sea 🌸Three Must-See Photo Spots 1️⃣Cherry Valley Metasequoia Forest (Mist spray at 9-10am) ✅Wear a white dress! Bring a transparent umbrella as a prop (Capture ethereal photos in the mist) ✅Park your car at the entrance of the plank road and take wide-angle shots of the car passing through the misty forest 2️⃣Tulip Sea (Peak bloom in mid-April) ✅Fill the trunk with fake flowers! Spread them on the grass and take "drowning in flowers" photos ✅Use the car roof rack reflector to capture the most vibrant flower colors at noon 3️⃣Mountain Peach Blossom Creek (Late March only) ✅Capture the entire pink scene at 7am, framing the flower creek in the rearview mirror ✅Bring a folding chair and stand on the car roof for a bird's-eye view of the flower carpet 📆Lazy Route (3 hours to flood your social media) 8:00 Enter the park → Tulip Sea photo frenzy → Take the shuttle bus to Cherry Valley → Misty wonderland in the Metasequoia forest → Picnic at Mountain Peach Blossom Creek → Leave at 13:00 ⚠️Lessons Learned ❌Don't wear high heels! The cobblestone paths will make you regret it ❌Avoid the Tulip area in the afternoon (Crowded with tour groups) ✅Bring a picnic mat! Enjoy breakfast by the Metasequoia forest while waiting for the mist ✅Keep 5 bottles of water + sunscreen spray in the car (The lines at the park's convenience store are scary) 🍔Foodie Radar ▫️Parking lot food truck: Cherry blossom ice cream with a tulip backdrop ▫️Self-heating hot pot: Pose on the benches in the Metasequoia forest, tempting passersby with the aroma ▫️Must-try on the way back: Braised pork knuckle at Xiangshan Shopping Street, fatty but not greasy 💡Hidden Gems ▫️Drive to the corner of the west gate and take retro car + old railway track photos ▫️Must-visit Science Museum for kids, exchange car keys for an audio guide without deposit ▫️Open the sunroof fully at dusk and wait for magpies to land on the car roof for a photo op My hands still tremble when I look at the photos😭 When the wheels rolled over the cherry blossom path, even the wipers swayed to the rhythm of the BGM! Another successful spring road trip +1, next time I'll drive a convertible to capture the entire Ginkgo Avenue～

#cherryblossom25 The China National Botanical Garden, located in Beijing, is a national botanical garden that comprises two distinct areas: the South Garden (IBCAS) and the North Garden (Beijing Botanical Garden). It is planned to cover a total area of nearly 600 hectares (1,500 acres) and is co-sponsored by several institutions, including the National Forestry and Grassland Administration. The north garden is a comprehensive botanical garden with various functions like collecting, displaying, and preserving plants, scientific research, and public education. It also includes scenic spots and historical resorts. 🕰️Opening: Mar. 16th - Nov. 15th Open: 6:00 Last entry: 20:00 Close: 21:00 #beijing

## National Botanical Garden: A Deep Dialogue with Nature Amidst the steel and concrete of the city, the National Botanical Garden unfolds like a piece of warm jade, a vibrant tapestry of life. This is not merely a collection of plants, but a natural epic written with roots, where every leaf whispers tales of time. Entering through the north gate, the seven-hectare rose garden immediately overwhelms the senses with a riot of color. Over three hundred varieties of roses bloom here, from the elegance of classic roses to the brilliance of modern hybrids, each layered petal a testament to decades of a gardener's dedication. On a May morning, dew-kissed blossoms exude a honeyed fragrance, transporting visitors to a rose garden in Provence. Venturing deeper, the metasequoia grove stretches towards the sky with its towering, straight trunks. These living fossils, survivors of the Ice Age, cast jagged reflections on the artificial lake. The oldest tree boasts a diameter of two meters, its cracked bark etched with the sun and rain of half a century. With the arrival of autumn, the feathery leaves transform into a rusty red, carpeting the entire west section in a rich tapestry. The Tropical Plant Exhibition Greenhouse stands as a modern-day Noah's Ark. Within its pyramid-shaped glass structure, rare plants from over thirty countries create a miniature ecosystem. In the carnivorous plant section, pitcher plants dangle their honey-pot traps, while the succulent area displays a variety of desert dwellers, including a century-old tortoise shell plant whose cracked, bulbous roots bear the memory of long droughts. The most captivating scenes often lie in the details: cherry blossom petals scattered on the bluestone path of the peony garden, a tortoiseshell cat weaving through the hedges of the medicinal herb garden, or silvery dewdrops clinging to magnolia leaves in the morning mist. These fleeting moments form the most vivid footnotes of the botanical garden. As the setting sun gilds the ginkgo avenue, a day of exploration draws to a close amidst the dancing shadows. The National Botanical Garden, in its unique way, reminds us that in this age of relentless pursuit, perhaps we should learn to grow like plants—with the patience to root downwards, we gain the strength to blossom upwards. This urban oasis is not only a sanctuary for plants but also a classroom where modern people can rediscover their connection with nature.

Best Viewing Locations: 1. Beijing Botanical Garden: Largest variety of species, peak bloom in mid to late April, most concentrated near the greenhouse. 2. Fragrant Hills Park: Natural forest setting, slightly later blooming period (late April to early May), perfect to combine with hiking. 3. Summer Palace: Xiequ Garden and back hill areas, where classical gardens complement the azaleas beautifully. 4. Western Hills National Forest Park: Less crowded with beautiful scenery, ideal for photography. 📅 Best Time: Mid-April to early May (exact timing depends on that year's temperature). 💡 Travel Tips: ✅ Visit on working days in the morning to avoid crowds. ✅ Wear light-colored clothes for better photos. ✅ Combine viewing with cherry blossoms and begonia flowers (Botanical Garden has the most complete collection). ✅ Bring sun protection hat and water, as some scenic areas require extended walking. 🚗 Transportation: Take Subway Western Suburban Line for Botanical Garden/Fragrant Hills; Line 4 for Summer Palace.

#cherryblossom25 The Beijing Botanical Garden is a botanical paradise during cherry blossom season. What sets it apart is the incredible variety of cherry species — some tall and grand, others small and delicate. It’s not just a park; it’s an immersive floral experience. I spent hours wandering through the themed gardens, spotting not only cherry blossoms but also magnolias and tulips in bloom. The fragrance in the air was so calming, and the garden layout is perfect for leisurely exploration. There are shaded benches, gentle hills, and even a small temple nestled inside. Ideal for a quiet, scenic spring escape.

We've been waiting and waiting, the east wind is here, and spring has arrived in Beijing! From mid-March to early April every year, Beijing is adorned with large swaths of vibrant peach blossoms. Quickly accept this secret guide to peach blossom viewing and embark on a romantic spring date! National Botanical Garden (North Garden): Encounter over 70 rare peach blossom varieties 📍 Address: Intersection of Xiangshan Road and Wofosi Road, Haidian District 💰 Ticket price: CNY 5 ⏰ Blooming period: Late March - mid-April As the place with the most varieties of ornamental peach blossoms in the world, it collects and displays more than 70 varieties of ornamental peach blossoms. The mountain peach blossom stream west of the Cao Xueqin Memorial Hall is definitely a top-notch viewing spot! A stream of water flows down, and mountain peach blossoms bloom on both sides. The petals fall on the water surface, as if you have strayed into a peach blossom garden. Every photo you take is a masterpiece. Summer Palace West Causeway: Enjoy the poetic spring in the royal garden 📍 Address: No. 19, Xinjian Gongmen Road, Haidian District 💰 Ticket price: CNY 20 ⏰ Blooming period: Late March - early April The West Causeway is modeled after the Su Causeway in Hangzhou. Hundreds of mountain peach trees grow along the causeway, complementing the green willow trees and forming a spring scene of "peach red and willow green." In the evening, the afterglow of the setting sun shines on the peach blossoms and the Seventeen-Arch Bridge, which is magnificent and full of ancient charm. It is recommended to enter the park from the Ruyi Gate or the West Gate, and you can reach the West Causeway directly in 10 minutes on foot, and you can also avoid the peak of crowds. Beihai Park: Experience the stunning combination of peach blossoms and the White Pagoda 📍 Address: No. 1, Wenjin Street, Xicheng District 💰 Ticket price: CNY 5 (CNY 15 for a joint ticket including the White Pagoda) ⏰ Blooming period: Late March - early April The blooming mountain peach blossoms are mainly concentrated in front of the Shanfu Temple and on Qionghua Island. When the bright peach blossoms and the White Pagoda are in the same frame, the red walls, black tiles, and colorful fallen flowers perfectly blend the heaviness of history with the vitality of spring. Every frame is wallpaper, showing the wonderful spring scenery of "Spring Shade on Qionghua Island." Pinggu Peach Blossom Sea: Enter a 220,000-mu pink ocean 📍 Address: Xiaoyuzi Village, Dahuashan Town, Pinggu District 💰 Ticket price: Free ⏰ Blooming period: April 10-15 (the "Peach Blossom Sea" in the shallow mountainous area is in full bloom) This place can be called the largest peach orchard in the world. Every spring, 220,000 mu of peach blossoms bloom, and the mountains and plains are covered with pink clouds. You can drive through the hundred-mile peach blossom viewing corridor, or you can climb the Xiaojinshan Viewing Pavilion to overlook the magnificent sea of flowers, which is super shocking. Olympic Forest Park North Park: The romantic peach blossom valley in the city 📍 Address: No. 33, Kehui Road, Chaoyang District 💰 Ticket price: Free ⏰ Blooming period: Mid-to-late March Here, you can find the largest mountain peach blossoms in the city. The peach blossoms on both sides of the Peach Blossom Valley bloom wantonly, and the petals sway gently in the wind, which is extremely romantic. The blue sky, green trees, and pink flowers complement each other, and any photo you take will be a masterpiece. 📸 Photo Tips: Wear light-colored clothes, such as white or light blue dresses, which are more suitable for peach blossoms; the light is soft in the morning or evening, and the portraits are absolutely beautiful; shooting from a low angle can avoid the crowd and create the effect of flowers clustering around you. 💕Seize the tail of spring and go to this peach blossom date! Remember to check the blooming period and book tickets in advance~

"While the Forbidden City's crabapple blossoms are swarming with people, these secret spots are staging azaleas' exclusive spring dance. From cloud-level flower carpets to ancient-style fairy valleys, every frame is a spring love letter written to Beijing. 🌹 [Attraction Recommendations] 1⃣️ Beijing Botanical Garden 🌳 The Beijing Botanical Garden has a dedicated azalea exhibition area. Every spring, various azaleas bloom in competition, with colorful and beautiful scenery. Strolling through the sea of flowers is like being in a dreamy fairy tale world. 2⃣️ Baihua Mountain Nature Reserve 🏞 Baihua Mountain is famous for its rich plant resources and beautiful natural scenery. In spring, the azaleas on the mountain are all over the mountains, like brilliant clouds. Here, you can fully appreciate the magnificence and magic of nature. 3⃣️ Yunmeng Mountain National Forest Park 🌲 The azaleas in Yunmeng Mountain are known for their variety and bright colors. Strolling along the mountain path, you can see azaleas dotted among the green trees, like bright and dazzling pearls. 🏠 [Accommodation Recommendations] Beijing Hyatt Hotel 🌟 This hotel is located in the Beijing Expo Park, with a beautiful environment and complete facilities. From the hotel window, you can see the sea of azaleas in the garden and feel the charm of nature. In addition, the hotel also provides various comfortable rooms and thoughtful services to make your trip more enjoyable. Gubei Water Town Hotel 🏞 Gubei Water Town Hotel is a hotel full of Jiangnan characteristics, with a unique architectural style and elegant environment. Here, you can enjoy the azalea scenery outside the window while enjoying the food, and feel a different travel experience. 🍴 [Restaurant Recommendations] Quanjude Roast Duck Restaurant 🦆 As a famous Beijing roast duck brand, Quanjude's roast duck tastes delicious, and the meat is fresh and tender. In addition to enjoying the azaleas, enjoying an authentic Beijing roast duck is undoubtedly an unforgettable culinary journey. Donglaishun Restaurant 🍲 Donglaishun's mutton hotpot is famous for its rich soup base and tender meat. While enjoying the azaleas, a hot mutton hotpot can warm you up and satisfy your cravings, making your trip more colorful. 🎈 [Travel Tips] Best time to view flowers: Mid-April to early May every year is the best time for azaleas to bloom in Beijing, making it the most suitable time to come and see the flowers. 💗 [Travel Summary] During the azalea blooming season in Beijing, whether you are strolling through the sea of flowers in the Beijing Botanical Garden or exploring the natural scenery of Baihua Mountain and Yunmeng Mountain, you can feel the beauty of spring and the magic of nature. "

- A World of Flowers ✌🏻 Here's a two-hour quick tour guide: 🎟️ Ticket Information Purchase tickets through the "National Botanical Garden" WeChat official account. Recommended: North Garden ticket (5 yuan). Other exhibition halls require separate tickets. The South Garden mainly features greenhouses and research institutes. For flower viewing, head straight to the North Garden! 🚇 Transportation Subway is the best option! No traffic jams! Take the Xijiao Line (Bagou—National Botanical Garden). Crowds are similar to working day morning rush hours. Consider traveling during off-peak hours to avoid crowds. 💐 Two-Hour Flower Viewing Route ✅ Entrance (North Garden-Southeast Gate) Turn left at the entrance to take photos with a stunning, giant mountain peach tree! ✅ Chengjing Lake-Mountain Peach Valley A few hundred meters ahead is Mountain Peach Valley—perfect timing for peach blossom viewing season, with food stalls and accessory vendors creating a lively atmosphere! Take a leisurely stroll around the lake to enjoy peach blossoms, green willows, and mandarin ducks playing in the water—so relaxing! ✅ Sightseeing Car (20 yuan/person) After visiting Mountain Peach Valley, return to the entrance to take the sightseeing car to the next stop, Wofo Temple. (1.5km journey, passing through peony garden, herbaceous peony garden, and crabapple garden. Crabapples are blooming; peonies and herbaceous peonies haven't bloomed yet) ✅ Wofo Temple-Magnolias Perennial Garden (west of Wofo Temple): Several standalone magnolia trees, including the stunning star magnolia! East of Wofo Temple: A vast sea of magnolia blossoms, perfect for photos! ✅ Yongping Plum Garden-Plum Blossoms After photographing magnolias, you'll reach the plum garden. Due to the strong fragrance, there are many 🐝 here, so be careful not to get stung! Various plum varieties are in bloom, including the interestingly named "Jiangnan Wusuo" plum and a unique tree with half-white, half-pink blossoms. ✅ Return Journey Continue walking through the plum garden to circle back to Wofo Temple entrance. We caught the sightseeing car before service ended at 17:30, heading directly to the park's southeast gate, convenient for both subway and bus access. 💡 Flower Viewing Tips 1️⃣ Start early! Lighting isn't good for photos after sunset! 2️⃣ Sightseeing Car vs. Walking: Main gate→Wofo Temple is about 30 minutes on foot, 10 minutes by sightseeing car. Operating hours vary, check with staff on-site. 3️⃣ Large temperature differences between morning and evening in spring, bring a light jacket! 4️⃣ Cherry Valley: East of Wofo Temple, follow the stream uphill. Less crowded and peaceful, with soothing sounds of flowing water during the climb. (Two hours round trip, leave enough time to exit the park!)

National Botanical Gardens in spring, It is the most beautiful place to enjoy peach blossoms in Beijing. As the most popular urban park in Beijing, The National Botanical Garden has beautiful scenery, clear water and mountains. It is very popular among local residents and tourists from all over the world. Every spring, The National Botanical Garden will hold a peach blossom festival. That is also the best season to enjoy the flowers in the National Botanical Garden. The National Botanical Garden is truly a treasure park. The Huaxi plank road and the water source are the most recommended. There are not only lush grass and blooming flowers, It also houses many rare plants. The Metasequoia forest is known as a rare "living fossil". Echoing the pink and tender mountain peach trees, It's like a natural oxygen bar and plant museum!

Spring in Beijing is a grand floral feast, and the peach blossoms at Beijing Botanical Garden are undoubtedly the most romantic and beautiful part of it! Every spring, the garden's peach blossoms bloom brilliantly, creating a dreamy scene that attracts countless visitors. ✅Best viewing period The peach blossoms at Beijing Botanical Garden are in full bloom from mid-to-late March. During this time, most peach blossom varieties enter their peak blooming period, transforming the landscape into a breathtaking sea of pink. Don't miss this prime time to witness the most spectacular display of peach blossoms! ✅Highlights of the core peach blossom viewing areas Peach Blossom Garden, National Botanical Garden (formerly Beijing Botanical Garden): This area boasts the largest variety of peach blossoms. Strolling through it feels like stepping into a paradise, with every step revealing a different peach blossom vista. Peach Blossom Avenue (northwest of the Science Museum): Peach trees line both sides of the avenue, their abundant blossoms intertwining to form a romantic pink corridor. The atmosphere is perfect for taking photos, with every shot capturing a fresh, Japanese aesthetic. ✅Transportation guide 🚌By bus: Take bus routes 331, 563, 696, or Yuntong 112 and get off at the Beijing Botanical Garden stop. 🚇By subway: The nearest subway station is Botanical Garden Station on Line S1. After exiting the station, walk to the southeast gate of the botanical garden. 🚗By car: There is a parking lot inside the garden, but parking spaces are limited during peak flower viewing times on weekends and holidays. ✅Tips for taking stunning photos Photography tips: Use peach blossoms as the foreground, blurring them to highlight the subject and create a sense of depth. Shoot from a low angle looking up to capture long legs and use the sky as a clean, fresh background. Capture the moment when the wind blows the petals, creating a magical atmosphere. ✅Nearby attractions After enjoying the peach blossoms, there are many other attractions nearby. Visit Fragrant Hills Park to admire the natural scenery and climb Incense Burner Peak for a panoramic view of the city. You can also visit the Cao Xueqin Memorial Hall to learn about the life of Cao Xueqin and experience the culture of Dream of the Red Chamber. Friends, the peach blossoms at Beijing Botanical Garden are calling! Plan your trip now and experience the pink romance of spring! 🌸

Spring in Beijing🍐 It's finally here I stayed at home for a whole winter and watched the first snow in 2025. Next 💃🏼 is to go out and enjoy the flowers and feel the spring 🌳🌿🎍My favorite every spring and autumn Just stroll around the major parks in Beijing 🛵 Make the most of the park annual pass Here we must mention the National Botanical Garden, a tulip giant. 🍊The botanical garden in full bloom in March and April It's like a palette overturned by God🎨 It’s not an exaggeration to call it the “Beijing Tulip Ceiling” 📷My camera has never rested since I entered the park, every shot I take looks like an oil painting🖼️ ☀️Especially from 2 to 4 pm when the sun shines back through the petals You can see the bling bling tulips This is probably the ultimate romance of tulips💓 ➰➰➰➰➰ ‼ ️Game guide 🧭Address: National Botanical Garden North Garden Tulip Garden (enter from the southeast gate, turn left and walk for about 5 minutes) 🎫Tickets: 5rmb (book via WeChat or purchase on site) 🚇Subway: Xijiao Line National Botanical Garden Station (super convenient) 🅿️Self-driving: Northwest parking lot of Xiangquan Roundabout, north parking lot of National Botanical Garden South Garden, or southeast gate parking lot; however, self-driving is not recommended. There are many people going to the botanical garden in spring, and it is likely that you will be stuck in traffic and unable to park. 🎬Photography: During the flowering period, the botanical garden can only be described as "crowded". Try to go early to avoid the crowds and take photos with the flowers, or find some overhead angles to avoid the crowds and find the right opportunity; it is also beautiful to take photos of flowers alone, and each photo is original. ⏰If you still have time and energy after seeing the tulips, don’t miss the other flowers in the botanical garden! 🌼💐🌺Lilac, crabapple, and peach blossoms are all very beautiful. You can continue to walk inside to Cherry Valley and Reclining Buddha Temple... The ticket price is super value🎫

Think you’ve seen all of Beijing? Think again. Beyond the Forbidden City and Great Wall, this city hides some incredible experiences that most travelers miss. Here are 10 underrated gems that’ll make you fall in love with Beijing all over again: 📍 Shichahai Lake – A serene escape in the heart of the city. Rent a boat or stroll around the hutongs for a romantic afternoon. 📍 Kunming Lake – The shimmering centerpiece of the Summer Palace, best explored by paddle boat during sunset. Feels like a living scroll painting. 🎨 📍 Summer Palace – Tourists know it, but few take the time to explore its quieter corners—hidden corridors, ancient pavilions, and peaceful lakeside paths await. 🎢 Universal Studios Beijing – Still flying under the radar compared to other global parks. Fewer crowds, and every bit as magical. 🌸 Beijing Botanical Garden – A springtime paradise. Catch the cherry blossoms in full bloom or escape the smog with a walk through fragrant greenhouses. 🏎 Go-Karting Club – Adrenaline fix, Beijing-style. Fast laps and fun with friends, hidden in an unassuming warehouse. 🎓 Wudaokou – More than just a student hub. It's the heart of Beijing’s youth culture—bubble tea spots, indie bookstores, and lively nightlife. 🎿 Taiwoo Ski Resort – Just outside the city, this winter gem offers powdery slopes without the Zhangjiakou crowds. Ideal for a weekend snow escape! 🎓 Tsinghua University (Old Gate) – An architectural and historical marvel. Wander the leafy campus and step into the legacy of China’s top minds. 🌳 Temple of Heaven Park – Skip the main temple and join locals dancing, playing music, or practicing tai chi at sunrise. It’s Beijing at its most authentic. Which one would you visit first? Let me know in the comments! 👇 #chinatravel #china #beijing #Beijing #HiddenGems #UnderratedSpots #ChinaTravel #GoKarting #TempleVibes #SkiBeijing #FilmPhotography #TripMoments

As spring arrives, Beijing transforms into a picturesque wonderland. Now is the perfect time to admire the blooming peach blossoms. Come join me on a romantic spring flower viewing journey as the gentle breeze creates a shower of falling petals~ National Botanical Garden (formerly Beijing Botanical Garden): The Mountain Peach Blossom Creek is a must-visit spot in the garden. Along the nearly 100-meter-long path, mountain peach blossoms bloom freely along the stream, creating a stunning contrast against the green hills and clear waters. Summer Palace: The West Causeway, modeled after the Su Causeway in Hangzhou, is lined with hundreds of mountain peach trees, complementing the weeping willows. Strolling along the causeway feels like stepping into a pink dream. 📌Tips for flower viewing: Check the flowering periods and opening hours of each park in advance to plan your trip accordingly. Visit on a working day to avoid weekend crowds and capture better photos. 💕Spring in Beijing is short but romantic. Seize this limited-time beauty and embark on a date with the peach blossoms!

As the ultimate spring flower viewing spot in Beijing, it offers the fragrance of wintersweet in ancient temples and the romance of mountain peach blossoms by the stream. This guide will help you efficiently explore the core flower viewing areas of the North Garden, avoid crowds, and capture stunning photos to share on social media. 🌸 Mountain Peach Blossom Stream (peak bloom in late March) • Best viewing period: March 20th to the end of the month. The stone bridge, flowing water, and pink peach blossoms complement each other beautifully. The lighting is best after 7 am. • Photo spots: Enter through the southeast gate, turn left, and walk 200 meters → the small bridge next to the Cao Xueqin Memorial Hall (panoramic view of the stream) → the wooden bridge upstream (portraits). 🚶 Efficient tour route: North Garden Southeast Gate → Mountain Peach Blossom Stream → Cao Xueqin Memorial Hall (browse Red Chamber-themed souvenirs at the cultural and creative store) → Wofo Temple (wintersweet + ancient temple) → Greenhouse (tropical plants) → Cherry Valley Metasequoia Forest (misting time: 9:00-10:00 am, avoid crowds during peak hours) → Bamboo Garden (stroll through the bamboo forest) → Exit through the south gate. • Tips: The sightseeing bus is not cost-effective (photographers can skip it). Consider the shuttle bus for seniors. 🍜 Dining guide: • Feng Huixuan Hand-Pulled Noodles (10-minute walk): Their signature Sichuan pepper bud noodles are 18 yuan/bowl. Expect to wait in line and share tables on weekends. The taste is decent, but the experience is key. • Bring your own food: There are limited dining options in the garden, so it's recommended to bring snacks and water. 🏨 Transportation: • Subway: Take Line 10 to Bagou Station, transfer to the Xijiao Line, and get off at the National Botanical Garden Station (26-minute direct trip). • Driving: Parking is limited (8 yuan/hour). Consider parking at the Beiwu Park parking lot and walking to the garden. 📌 Useful tips: • Outfit suggestions: Light-colored or new Chinese-style clothing is suitable for both traditional and natural settings. • Flower blooming schedule: • Late March: Mountain peach blossoms, winter jasmine, and plum blossoms. • April: Tulips, crabapple blossoms, and peonies (expected peak bloom in early April). • May: New bamboo shoots and roses (later blooming period).

🗣️The National Botanical Garden is formed by merging the former Beijing Botanical Garden (North Garden) and the former Institute of Botany, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing Botanical Garden (South Garden). It covers a total planned area of nearly 600 hectares and houses over 17,000 species of plants, including nearly 1,000 rare and endangered species. It serves as a national demonstration zone for plant diversity conservation, combining functions such as exhibition, science popularization, scientific research, and biological conservation. From March to April, nearly 400,000 spring flowers bloom in the garden, including peach blossoms, plum blossoms, magnolias, and cherry blossoms, adorning the botanical garden with picturesque beauty. 🚏Tour routes: ☝️North Garden Romantic Flower Viewing Route: Enter from the southeast gate → Admire white flowering mountain peach blossoms west of the Science Museum → Visit the mountain peach blossom stream west of the Cao Xueqin Memorial Hall → Enjoy Magnoliaceae plants in the Magnolia Garden south of the Reclining Buddha Temple → View plum blossoms in the Plum Garden northwest of the Reclining Buddha Temple → See crabapple blossoms in the Crabapple Garden. This route allows you to appreciate various spring flowers in full bloom and experience the unique charm of ancient temples set against the backdrop of spring blossoms. ☝️South Garden Nature Exploration Route: Enter from the South Garden main gate → Admire peonies and other flowers in the Peony Garden → Observe the unique forms of aquatic and climbing plants in the Aquatic and Climbing Plants Area → Learn about rare plants and the importance of plant conservation in the Rare and Endangered Plants Area. 📸Photo Spots: 1️⃣North Garden: The mountain peach blossom stream west of the Cao Xueqin Memorial Hall, with its murmuring stream and peach blossoms blooming along the banks, is perfect for capturing the beauty of spring streams and peach blossoms. The magnolias by the red wall of the Reclining Buddha Temple, with the white flowers contrasting against the red wall, exude a classical charm. The Metasequoia forest in Cherry Valley, with its towering trees, creates a dreamlike atmosphere and is a popular photo spot. The large lawn next to the Reclining Buddha Temple, bathed in the afternoon sun, offers lush greenery and effortless photo opportunities with a touch of everyday aesthetics. 2️⃣South Garden: The peonies in the Peony Garden, with their national beauty and heavenly fragrance, large blossoms, and vibrant colors, are excellent subjects for flower photography. The water lilies, lotuses, and various climbing plants in the Aquatic and Climbing Plants Area, with their graceful forms, also offer excellent photo opportunities. 📍Address: Beijing Botanical Garden, Wofosi Road, Xiangshan, Haidian District, Beijing. 🎫Tickets: Full price ticket for the National Botanical Garden (North Garden) is 5 yuan, half-price ticket is 2.5 yuan; full price ticket for the National Botanical Garden (South Garden) is 10 yuan, half-price ticket is 5 yuan. Tickets for the North Garden Exhibition Greenhouse and the Reclining Buddha Temple need to be booked separately. During the peach blossom viewing season, park annual passes are valid on weekdays (Monday to Friday) in the North Garden. On weekends and holidays, it is recommended to avoid peak hours from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm and visit during off-peak times. 🚙Transportation: 🚌Public transportation: Take the Xijiao Line to the National Botanical Garden Station. Several bus routes also reach the garden, such as No. 318, 360, and 563. Check specific bus routes based on your departure point. 🚗Self-driving: There is a parking lot inside the garden, but parking can be limited on weekends and holidays. It is recommended to plan your trip in advance. ⏰Visiting time: It is recommended to spend a full day to fully appreciate the flowers in different areas of the garden and participate in science popularization activities. The National Botanical Garden (North Garden) opens at 6:00 am, closes entry at 8:00 pm, and closes completely at 9:00 pm. The Science Museum, Exhibition Greenhouse, Bonsai Garden, Reclining Buddha Temple, and Cao Xueqin Memorial Hall open at 8:00 am, close entry at 5:00 pm, and close completely at 5:30 pm. The National Botanical Garden (South Garden) opens at 8:00 am, closes entry at 5:00 pm, and closes completely at 6:00 pm. The Exhibition Greenhouse opens at 8:30 am, closes entry at 5:30 pm, and closes completely at 6:00 pm. ❤️Tips: 1️⃣Check the flowering periods in advance, as different flowers bloom at different times, to better plan your visit. 2️⃣Wear comfortable shoes, as the park is large and requires a lot of walking. 3️⃣Take sun protection and mosquito repellent measures, as the spring sun gets stronger and mosquitoes become active. 4️⃣Bring some snacks and water to replenish your energy during breaks, but remember to keep the environment clean.

Sisters! Beijing peach blossoms are in full bloom on March 25th! The same red wall of the Forbidden City × the snow-capped mountain peach blossom CP, 3 god-level photo shooting locations hidden by locals, quickly collect them👇 📍Peach Blossoms on the West Bank of the Summer Palace (ticket price 30 yuan) ✨"Little Jiangnan in Beijing" critical hit! The ancient bridge gallery + the reflection of the peach forest are breathtakingly beautiful~ ✅Flowering period: late March to mid-April (70% open this week, hurry up!) 🚇Transportation: Exit D of Beigongmen Station on Metro Line 4, turn left after entering the door and go straight to Xidi! 📸Must-take photos: Peach blossoms and lake water on both sides of Mirror Bridge, the first wave of people rush in when the gate opens at 7 am! Wearing Hanfu and holding an oil-paper umbrella, it instantly becomes the official filming location of "Empresses in the Palace"~ ⚠️Avoid: There are huge crowds on weekends! It is recommended to shoot on Tuesday morning and use a telephoto lens to compress the background! 📍Beijing Botanical Garden Shantaoxi (ticket 10 yuan) 💥Waterfall Peach Blossom King Blast Combo! The wild peach blossom ceiling beside the stream in the back mountain of Cao Xueqin's former residence~ ✅Flowering period: 3.20-4.5 (now in full bloom!) 🚌Transportation: Get off at the Botanical Garden Station on the Xijiao Line, turn right after entering the door and follow the "Cherry Valley" sign 🌸Hidden shooting location: the turning point of the wooden plank road at the source of the water! At 3pm, I took a slow motion shot of petals falling against the light. The JK uniform + book props gave me a full sense of Japanese anime~ 📍Pinggu 10,000-acre peach blossom sea (free! Self-driving tourists are delighted) 🔥220,000-acre peach blossom mountain is so stunning that your legs will go weak! Aerial photography looks like a pink carpet covering Yanshan Mountain~ ✅Flowering period: 4.5-4.20 (peak after Qingming Festival) 🚗Transportation: Self-driving navigation "Xiaojinshan Observation Deck", 1.5 hours from the city 📸Photography metaphysics: Wearing a white dress and standing on a field path, the drone overhead shot was submerged in peach blossoms! In the evening, take photos of the sunset dyeing the peach blossoms red × the overlapping shadows of distant mountains ~ 🏡 Upgraded gameplay: check in Jingdong Grand Canyon on the way, eat reservoir fish + peach blossom crisps at the farmhouse! 🚗Traffic red and black list: ✔️Choose the Xijiao Line to the Botanical Garden! Take photos of the peach blossom tunnel along the ground train ✔️Pinggu recommends renting a car (Tank 300, about 400 yuan/day) and wearing sneakers! ❌Don’t go to the Summer Palace on weekends! Traffic jams make you question your life 👗 Dressing cheat guide: ✔️Sisters wearing Hanfu go to the Summer Palace! Light-colored sweaters + berets are a must-have for any occasion ✔️Reflectors are a must! Beijing is windy, so bring hairspray and a thick coat. ✔️Wear Martin boots when taking photos of peach blossoms in Pinggu! The muddy ridges are slippery Palace Museum Summer Palace Sea of ​​Peach Blossoms National Botanical Garden (formerly Beijing Botanical Garden)

Don't @ me, but right now, only wintersweet is in bloom in Beijing... The pictures are of wintersweet at Wanshou Temple, taken just yesterday. 🌸February: Wintersweet Locations: National Botanical Garden (Wofo Temple), the eastern foot of Longevity Hill in the Summer Palace, southwest gate of Yuyuantan Park, Zhongshan Park, Grand View Garden, Xiangshan Park, etc. 🌸March: Cherry blossoms, wintersweet, peach blossoms, winter jasmine, magnolia, Chinese violet cress, etc. Locations: Yuyuantan Park, Olympic Forest Park, Beihai Park, National Botanical Garden (formerly Beijing Botanical Garden), Temple of Heaven Park, Summer Palace, Jiangfu Park, etc. 🌸April: Cherry blossoms, peach blossoms, tulips, peonies, apricot blossoms, crabapple blossoms, magnolia, etc. Locations: Yuyuantan Park, Beijing Botanical Garden, International Flower Port, Badaling Great Wall, Yuan Dadu City Wall Relics Park, Zhongshan Park, Jingshan Park, Beihai Park, Olympic Forest Park. 🌸May: Roses, peonies, roses, lupines, smoke trees Locations: Roses (World Flower Grand View Garden, National Flower Port, Beijing Garden Expo Park), Peonies (Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Jingshan Park, etc.), Hydrangeas (Zizhuyuan Park, Yuyuantan Park), Lupines (Beijing Botanical Garden, Yuyuantan Park), Smoke trees (Pofengling, Xiangshan Park). 🌿June: Lavender, verbena, daylily, sage, roses, roses Locations: Lavender (Shounong. Purple Valley Eden), Daylily, Sage (Seven-Hole Bridge Flower Sea), Roses (Rose Garden), Lotus (Chaoyang Park, Wenyu River Park) 🌸July: Lotus, lotus, green bamboo, lavender Locations: Lotus (Summer Palace, Beihai Park, Zizhuyuan Park), Lotus (Lianhuachi Park), Lavender (Shounong. Purple Valley Eden, Blues Estate, Miyun Flower Sea). 🌸August: Lotus, roses, lavender Locations: Lotus (Beihai Park, Summer Palace), Lavender (Zihai Xiangti Art Park, Guanlan Valley Lavender Sightseeing Garden), Yunfeng Mountain Lavender Garden, Roses (World Rose Theme Park, Zhongshan Park, World Flower Grand View Garden). 🌸September: Chrysanthemums, calla lilies, lavender, snapdragons, blue fescue Locations: Yanqing Four Seasons Flower Sea, Purple Valley Eden, World Flower Grand View Garden, International Flower Port. 🌸October: Canna, marigold, calla lily, lavender, snapdragon, cosmos, white wax tree Locations: Lavender (Purple Valley Eden, Four Seasons Flower Sea), Cosmos (Seven-Hole Bridge Flower Sea), White wax tree (Summer Palace). 🌸November: Wintersweet, wintersweet, red leaves, wintersweet, smoke tree Locations: Wintersweet (Beijing Botanical Garden), Red leaves (Xiangshan Park, Pofengling), Smoke tree (Beijing Botanical Garden). 🌸December: Wintersweet, orchids Locations: Wintersweet (Summer Palace, Yuyuantan Park), Orchids (Chaolaichun Flower Market)

| Beijing March Flower Viewing Guide. In March, Beijing is full of spring and flowers. This flower viewing guide will take you to unlock the limited spring scenery in Beijing! - 🌼 Yuyuantan Park - Cherry Blossoms Flowering period: Mid-March to early April The cherry blossoms in Yuyuantan are well-known. Every March, large areas of cherry blossoms bloom, like clouds and rosy clouds. Walking along the lake, the breeze blows, and the cherry blossom petals fall one after another, as if you are in a dreamy pink world. The Central TV Tower and cherry blossoms are in the same frame, and the modern buildings and romantic spring flowers complement each other, with a super high film production rate! - 🌷 Beijing Botanical Garden - Peach Blossoms Flowering period: Late March to mid-April There are many varieties of peach blossoms in the Botanical Garden, and the peach blossoms in the Bitao Garden are in full bloom, red like fire, pink like rosy clouds, and white like snow. Walking among them, it is as if you have entered the world of Peach Blossom Spring. You can also take a look at the exotic flowers and plants in the greenhouse and feel the spring surprises brought by different plants. - 🌻 Yuan Dynasty City Wall Relics Park - Begonia Flowers Flowering period: Late March to mid-April This is the famous Begonia Flower Creek in Beijing, with Xifu Begonia, Weeping Begonia, etc. planted on both sides. When the begonia flowers are in full bloom, the flowers are pressed against the branches, as gorgeous as brocade. Walking along the riverside trail, the warm spring sun shines on your body, and the air is filled with a faint fragrance of flowers, which is extremely pleasant. - 📌 Flower Viewing Tips: Check the flowering period in advance to avoid running empty. Go to the park early to avoid the peak flow of people and take more photos. Love flowers and plants, watch flowers in a civilized manner, and do not pick them at will. Bring a picnic mat and enjoy a spring picnic on the lawn. Seize the beauty of Beijing in March and go to an appointment with flowers~ -

Although the temperature in Beijing has continued to drop in recent days, orchids are in full bloom in the National Botanical Garden. You can travel to the spring at 40° north latitude with just one click, and even your breath smells like petals! ⛺【How to play】: The National Botanical Garden now has its third orchid exhibition. The North Garden Tropical Exhibition Greenhouse is the core exhibition area, with more than 500 species and more than 10,000 flowers competing for splendor! The Orchid Valley simulates the karst landform and is home to many rare plants. There are more than 130 kinds of rare orchids in the boutique plant exhibition area, and any photo you take will be very photogenic! 🧡[tips]： ⭐️Tropical exhibition greenhouse: coconut trees, sandy shadows, rare orchids, any frame of your phone is like the set of The Wizard of Oz🌴 ⭐️Wax plum forest of Reclining Buddha Temple: Buddhist incense mixed with cold fragrance, golden petals adorn the branches, New Year's luck value +10086! : National Botanical Garden North Garden 🚇: Get off the Xijiao subway line and enter from the southeast gate of Beiyuan~

The National Botanical Garden is a great place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and get close to nature. Here is a travel guide: 🌟Transportation: ☑️Take Metro Line Xijiao to Zhiwuyuan Station, and walk to the garden. You can also navigate to the southeast gate parking lot of the garden, which is convenient and fast. Recommended travel route: ☑️South Garden: After entering the garden, go to the greenhouse exhibition area first. There is a shade plant house like a tropical rainforest, which is very suitable for taking photos. Then you can go to the chrysanthemum garden and the lake to enjoy the flowers. ☑️North Garden: On the way from the South Garden to the North Garden, you can enjoy the metasequoia forest. There is a mist in the metasequoia forest from 9:00 to 10:00 on weekends, which is very dreamy. Then you can go to the Reclining Buddha Temple to see the world's largest and heaviest reclining Buddha statue. 🌟Tips: ☑️The garden is large, so it is recommended to wear comfortable shoes. ☑️Different flowers bloom in different seasons. There are light meals available near the Reclining Buddha Temple in the garden, or you can bring your own food. 🌟Special recommendations: ☑️Shade plant house: It is like being in a tropical rainforest, and the photos are great. ☑️Metasequoia forest: There is a mist on weekends, like a fairyland. ☑️Reclining Buddha Temple: You can feel the tranquility of the ancient temple. Come to the National Botanical Garden in Beijing and start a wonderful journey to nature!

Some wintersweet trees have bloomed at the Temple of the Reclining Buddha A few trees with better sunlight have bloomed more The photos were taken last week The flowers should be better this week The Temple of the Reclining Buddha is located in the north of the Botanical Garden Follow the signs to enter from any gate Walk along the main road to reach the temple You can also take a shuttle bus to the entrance of the Temple of the Reclining Buddha for CNY 20 A separate ticket is required, CNY 5 per person If you want to visit the Botanical Garden after the temple, please pay attention to the time The official account stops selling tickets at 4:00 pm, and stops checking tickets at 4:30 pm Visitors who have purchased tickets in advance also need to check tickets before 4:30 pm

Guide to Autumn Viewing at the National Botanical Garden Admission ticket: divided into North Garden and South Garden, the ticket for both South Garden and North Garden is RMB 10. You can purchase tickets in advance through the mini program, or scan the QR code on site to purchase tickets. Upon arrival, you can swipe your mainland China ID card or scan the QR code directly to enter. Transportation: Take the Xijiao Line from Baguo. There are a lot of people because of Xiangshan. But I felt like the whole route was filled with trees and parks, with the shadows of the trees passing by, a bit like the Swiss train (except that there were so many people, so close to each other). Introduction: North Garden is larger than South Garden. It is located at the foot of Xiangshan Mountain, and you can climb directly towards Xiangshan Mountain. There are more plants in North Garden, including Metasequoia forest, which has a small waterfall, mandarin ducks and ducks (really long)! Many people come here just to pick up Metasequoia leaves. In the North Park there are the Reclining Buddha Temple, Cherry Valley, and Begonia Garden. There are many ginkgo trees, and the ground is covered with yellow (but the ginkgo fruits have a bad smell); there are not many red leaves. South Garden, located in the Institute of Botany, is very small and can be walked around in 20 minutes. There are greenhouse exhibits available for an additional fee. You can hike in Beiyuan. I originally thought it was just a park, but before I knew it I was climbing a mountain. When you climb to the fire escape, you can take two routes, one leading to Xiangshan, and the other leading to the mountain observation deck in the botanical garden. There is an observation deck on the top of the mountain where you can overlook the scenery of the mountain. Transportation within the park: After entering the park, there are electric cars, which cost RMB 20 per person, and the destination is the Reclining Buddha Temple (charged separately, not included in the ticket). My friend and I walked up, and it didn’t take too much time. We could also take pictures and pick up leaves on the way. There is a small chrysanthemum exhibition in the park recently. The flowers look plump and soft. Location: National Botanical Garden, Beijing

[One] The dawn redwoods have almost all shed their leaves. There are still a few left, but they will probably fall within a week. However, if you look down, the stream covered with dawn redwood leaves is particularly beautiful. [Two] The leaves of the seven-leaf tree on the left side of the entrance to the Wofo Temple have all turned red. It looks great in photos. [Three] The honeysuckle leaves have all fallen. Only the red fruits are left, with the blue sky as the background, making for great photos. [Four] The Chinese arborvitae is upright all year round. It still contributes the most green. [Five] The leaves of the honey locust tree at Wofo Temple have almost all fallen. I was thinking of picking some, but I failed. [Six] You can bring a plastic bag to collect autumn leaves. There are so many beautiful leaves. [Seven] The juniper has a taste of King Hu's film aesthetics. [Eight] The kiosk looks particularly warm and charming for some reason. Probably because it emits a warm yellow light. Taking photos is not the only purpose. At the end of autumn, let's go into nature and go to places without ceilings.