South China National Botanical Garden

A major national botanical garden in Tianhe District, Guangzhou, regarded as one of the most important centers for plant conservation and research in China. The garden lies about eight kilometers away in the northern suburbs of the city, covers a total area of 4500 acres, and holds a collection of more than 3200 plant species. It is one of the four major botanical gardens of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and is known as the Museum of Tropical and Subtropical Plants.

About this place

The garden holds huge plant collections in greenhouses and specialized gardens, combining a research role with a recreational and educational destination. A major national botanical garden under the Chinese Academy of Sciences; reached by Metro Line 6 (Botanical Garden Station).

The botanical garden is divided into eleven display areas based on plant types, ecological habits, and uses: the palm area, the relict plants area, the economic plants area, the anti-pollution greening plants area, the bamboo area, the garden trees area, the shade plants area, the gymnosperms area, the medicinal plants area, the tropical plants area, and the vegetation forest nature reserve. In addition, there are fruit orchards, bonsai, aquatic plants, etc.

What you will find here

• A variety of plant collections and greenhouses
• Specialized gardens and nature trails
• An educational and research atmosphere

Why visit

An ideal destination for lovers of plants, nature, and photography, suitable for families and researchers.

Visit information

• Location: Tianhe District (天河区) — No. 1190 Tianyuan Road, Tianhe District, Guangzhou
• Opening hours: Daily 07:30 – 05:30, last entry 05:30
• Tickets:

Garden entry ticket: 20 Chinese yuan for adults.

Greenhouses: 50 yuan extra, or a combined ticket (garden + greenhouses) of about 75 yuan.

Discounts: 50% for children between 1.2–1.5 meters and seniors aged 60–64; free entry for children under 1.2 meters and seniors over 65.

Internal sightseeing bus: 10 yuan per person.

Visitor tips

Allow at least half a day, and wear comfortable shoes for walking between the large sections.