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Xiamen Botanical Garden (Wanshi)
5A Tourism Area
Designated 2024

Xiamen Botanical Garden (Wanshi)

厦门市厦门园林植物园景区

Fujian, Xiamen4.6Designated 2024·24.5082°N, 118.1252°E
Ticket Price
CNY 30; CNY 15; CNY 195
Duration
2 to 5 hours
Rating
4.6 / 5.0
Designated
2024

About Xiamen Botanical Garden (Wanshi)

A hillside botanical garden in Xiamen with a 'Rainforest World' of misty tropical greenery and a famous succulent-and-cactus hall. Winding paths also lead up Wanshi Rock for city and sea views.

Highlights

Large tropical/desert plant collections; the 'Rainforest World' misty grove; the succulent/cactus house; the giant banyan avenue.

Suggested Route

Enter at the west gate, ride the shuttle to the Rainforest World and succulent area, walk the banyan path; allow 3 hours.

Food & Lodging

Try Xiamen seafood and satay noodles nearby; stay in Xiamen city.

Facilities

Visitor center, sightseeing tram, restrooms and signage; slopes, partial wheelchair access (unverified).
Travel Tips

Check official website for current information. Respect local customs and regulations. Best visited during mild weather seasons.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: November to March (dry season, pleasant temperatures)

🏮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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Opening Hours

Peak season (April-October): 8:00-17:30; Off-season: 8:30-17:00.

Getting There

Metro Line 1 to Zhongshan Park Station (exit 3B, ~500 m to West Gate); HSR Xiamen Station / Xiamen North; ~15 km from Xiamen Gaoqi Airport.

Reservation

Advance real-name booking via 'Xiamen Botanical Garden Smart Ticketing' WeChat mini-program.

Ticket Price

CNY 30 (≈ $4.2); CNY 15 (≈ $2.1); CNY 195 (≈ $27)

Address

Fujian Province Xiamen City Siming District Huyuan Road No. 25

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
厦门市厦门园林植物园景区

福建省厦门市思明区虎园路25号

Fujian Province Xiamen City Siming District Huyuan Road No. 25

24.5082, 118.1252

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