Established in 1957, the Guangzhou Orchid Garden spreads across 3.9 hectares of meticulously designed landscapes adjacent to Yuexiu Park’s western entrance.
This botanical sanctuary shelters:
- 200+ orchid species
- 300+ companion plants
- 10,000 potted specimens
A Masterclass in Garden Design
The garden’s layout exemplifies classic Chinese horticultural principles:
Water features: Koi ponds reflecting arched bridges
Architectural accents: Pagodas emerging from bamboo groves
Microclimates: Shaded valleys nurturing rare creepers
Cultural Immersion
At the Xi Yin Pavilion, the traditional tea experience includes:
- Fragrant oolongs served in Yixing clay teaware
- Panoramic views of the prizewinning Fanghua Garden
- Morning sessions with optimal lighting for photography
Key Zones
Eastern Sector – The Nursery
Three specialized greenhouses display:
Terrestrial orchids (earth-rooted varieties)
Epiphytes (tree-dwelling species)
Hybrid specimens from international exchanges
Western Sector – Architectural Treasures
Historic structures reveal Lingnan garden artistry:
- Tongxin Hall: Wooden latticework framing orchid displays
- Mingjing Pavilion: 1940s political maxims in calligraphy
- Fanghua Garden: 1983 Munich Gold Medal winner
Pro Tips
For optimal visits:
☛ Weekday mornings (8:30-10:30 AM) avoid crowds
☛ Spring (March-May) for peak orchid blooms
Getting There
🚇 By Metro:
📍 Metro Line 2 to Yuexiu Park Station (Exit B2)，5-minute walk from Exit B2
📍 ADDRESS & TRANSPORT
🏠 Address: No. 901, Jiefang Bei （North) Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou City
Chinese 广州市越秀区解放北路901号
🚖 By Taxi/Didi:
Show the driver this Chinese text: “广州兰圃” (pronounced Guǎngzhōu Lán Pǔ ) or the address above.
🎫 TICKET & HOURS
💰 Admission: ￥ 8
⏰ Opening Hours: 8:00 AM -18:00 PM
🚶 SUGGESTED ITINERARY
⏱️ Short Visit (1-2 hrs):
🌅 Half-Day Trip (3-4 hrs):
Pair with the Nanyue King Tomb Museum (10-minute walk) to explore 2,000-year-old Lingnan history + Guangzhou Yuexiu Park
🌍 NEARBY HIGHLIGHTS
✨ If you have extra time, consider these nearby spots:
🏯 Nanyue King Tomb Museum: Step into 2,000-year-old Lingnan history at this extraordinary underground mausoleum, where exquisite jade burial suits and bronze artifacts whisper tales of the ancient Nanyue Kingdom.
🌉 Guangzhou Yuexiu Park , More Than Just Guangzhou’s Biggest Green Space.