In Shanghai, the autumn breeze often carries the familiar fragrance of osmanthus, a scent that lingers in the olfactory memories of its residents. Explore the popular spots in the city to take in these flowers.

Shanghai Botanical Garden

At Gate 3 of the Shanghai Botanical Garden, visitors are welcomed by the enchanting scent of osmanthus. The scent guides them to the Osmanthus Garden, which has 280 plants of 40 varieties.

Admission: Free

Location of Gate 3: No 940 Baise Road, Xuhui district

Open: From May 1 to Oct 31, Gate 3 is open from 6 am to 6 pm; from Nov 1 to April 30, Gate 3 is open from 6 am to 5 pm.

Guyi Garden

Experience the bloom of osmanthus flowers with their captivating fragrance in Guyi Garden.

Admission: 12 yuan ($1.69) per person

Location: No 218 Huyi Highway, Jiading district

Open: From 7 am to 6:30 pm (Last entry at 6 pm)

Zuibaichi Park

Experience the rich osmanthus fragrance permeating the park, with approximately 200 osmanthus plants contributing to a delightful atmosphere.

Admission: 12 yuan per person

Location: No 64 South Renmin Road, Songjiang district

Open: From 6 am to 5 pm (Last entry at 4:30 pm)

Guilin Park

Experience Guilin Park with its diverse osmanthus flower varieties. This classical Chinese garden showcases over 1,000 osmanthus plants, offering visitors a serene retreat amid the fragrant blooms. Visitors can wander through ancient corridors and immerse themselves in the natural splendor.

Admission: Free

Location: No 128 Guilin Road, Xuhui district

Open: Daily, from 5 am to 7:30 pm (Last entry at 7 pm)

Kezhi Garden

Visitors can delight in the fragrant embrace of osmanthus at Kezhi Garden in Zhujiajiao Ancient Town. Marvel at the tall osmanthus trees adorned with star-like blooms while wandering through the pavilions.

Admission: 20 yuan per person

Location: No 111 Xijing Street, Zhujiajiao Ancient Town, Qingpu district

Open: Daily, from 8:30 am to 5 pm

SH Blooming Garden

Explore the year-round beauty of SH Blooming Garden, where osmanthus trees grace every corner with their fragrant presence.

Admission: 30 yuan per person

Location: No 6060 Xiujing village, Zhujing town, Jinshan district

Open: From Oct 17 to Dec 31, SH Blooming Garden is open from 8 am to 5 pm (Last entry at 4:30 pm)

Sources: WeChat accounts of the Shanghai Botanical Garden, Guyi Garden, Zuibaichi Park, SH Blooming Garden, Xuhui District Administration of Culture and Tourism, and Zhujiaojiao town government, Dazhong Dianping