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Kunming World Horti-Expo Garden
4A Tourism Area

Kunming World Horti-Expo Garden

昆明世界园艺博览园

Yunnan, Kunming·24.9461°N, 103.0433°E
Ticket Price
CNY 50, students CNY 25
Duration
3-4 hours

About Kunming World Horti-Expo Garden

Kunming's World Horti-Expo Garden was created for the 1999 World Horticulture Expo. Themed gardens, international pavilions and a large greenhouse make it a green destination in the city's north.

Highlights

• Site of the 1999 World Horticulture Expo with themed gardens. • International pavilions and a greenhouse. • Large green space.

Suggested Route

Enter → China Garden → international pavilions → greenhouse; allow 2-3 h.

Food & Lodging

On-site cafes; Kunming hotels are nearby.

Facilities

Parking, restrooms, a shuttle, dining and an audio guide.
Travel Tips

Visit early morning or late afternoon to avoid tour groups. Respect cultural artifacts and no-flash photography.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: Year-round (best March-May and September-October)

🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.

Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.

Location

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Buying tickets as a foreign visitor

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Tickets often must be booked in advance online — peak season & holidays sell out quickly.

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Opening Hours

08:30-17:00 (last entry 16:00)

Getting There

Kunming Panlong District, Bailong Road; metro Line 5 to Expo Garden station; many buses.

Reservation

Tickets on-site/online; advance booking not required.

Ticket Price

CNY 50 (≈ $7.0), students CNY 25 (≈ $3.5)

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
昆明世界园艺博览园

24.9461, 103.0433

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