Nestled at the gateway to Baiyun Mountain (广州白云山), Yuntai Garden (云台花园) blossoms as Guangzhou’s horticultural crown jewel – voted Guangzhou’s Top Floral Attraction in the 2023 Canton Tourism Awards for its seamless fusion of Eastern and Western landscape design.
Dubbed “The Flower City’s Crown Jewel”, Yuntai Garden offers urban dwellers a therapeutic escape. Whether you’re a photographer chasing golden-hour blooms or a family seeking floral education, this garden delivers unforgettable encounters with nature’s artistry.
The garden’s ingenious design leads visitors through ever-changing vignettes – from Lingnan-style arrangements to exotic floral theaters. Each turn reveals new sensory delights: the citrusy fragrance of blooming osmanthus, the rustle of bamboo groves, and kaleidoscopic flower carpets that redefine urban greenery.
As China’s largest seasonal flower garden, Inspired by Canada’s Butchart Gardens, this 120,000㎡ paradise dazzles with:
Global blooms: Dutch tulips, French roses, Japanese sakura
Four-season artistry: Ever-changing floral “scenes”
Insta-perfect backdrops: Waterfalls, sculptures, Lingnan-style layouts
Why visit?
Photographers: Golden-hour petals & misty morning vistas Families: Picnic-friendly lawns + kid-friendly exploration Plant lovers: Rare species with educational signage
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Suggested Routes:
Quick Highlights (1.5-2 hours):
Main Gate → Tulip Valley → Rose Maze → Central Fountain (Perfect for cruise ship travelers)
Full Experience (3-4 hours):
Add: Bamboo Trail → Osmanthus Hill → Mountain View Terrace (+ cableway ride to Baiyun Peak)”
ADDRESS & TRANSPORT
Address: No. 801, Yuntai Garden, Guangyuan Road, Baiyun District, Guangzhou (广州市白云区广园中路801号云台花园)
How to get to Guangzhou Yuntai Garden
By Metro: Line 11 to Yuntai Garden Station (Exit C2)
From Key Locations:
Canton Tower: Line 3 → Line 11 (35 mins)
Beijing Road: Line 6 → Line 5 → Line 11 (40 mins)
Airport: Line 3 → Line 11 (50 mins)”
Bus: Routes 24/245/285 to terminal stop
By Taxi/Didi:
Show the driver this Chinese text: “云台花园 ”(pronounced Yúntái Huāyuán ) or the address above.
TICKET & HOURS
Admission: ￥10 – a steal for floral enthusiasts
Payment:
Cash (small bills) / WeChat Pay / Alipay
Opening Hours: 08:00 AM – 06:00 PM
SUGGESTED ITINERARY
Short Visit (2 hrs):
Half-Day Trip (3-4 hrs):
Pair with Guangzhou Baiyun Mountain
NEARBY HIGHLIGHTS
If you have extra time, consider these nearby spots:
Guangzhou Baiyun Mountain:Ride the cable car up sacred Baiyun Mountain (382m) – where Taoist temples peek through clouds and hiking trails reveal Guangzhou’s skyline.
Nearby alternatives: South China Botanical Garden (20min south) offers rainforest ecosystems.