In early spring, Shanghai's plum blossoms are a sight not to be missed. Red and white plums blooming on the branches add a touch of elegance to the bustling metropolis. Discover the best spots in Shanghai for an enchanting rendezvous with these stunning flowers.

Shanghai Chenshan Botanical Garden

Plum blossoms are more sensitive to temperature than other early spring flowers. The first plum blossom at Shanghai Chenshan Botanical Garden started to bloom on Jan 17, three days earlier than in 2024. The plum blossom season at the garden kicked off on Feb 11 and will last until March 5.

Address: No 3888 Chenhua Highway, Songjiang district

Tickets: 60 yuan per person

Century Park

The highly anticipated 2025 Century Park Plum Blossom Festival is open to visitors from Jan 20 to March 9. With over 500 wintersweet trees and 4,000 plum blossoms in bloom, visitors are able to enjoy various scenic areas in the garden.

Address: No 1001 Jinxiu Road, Pudong New Area

Tickets: Free

Meichuan Park

From Jan 25 to Feb 28, the 2025 Meichuan Park Plum Blossom Exhibition is taking place! Visitors have the chance to delight in the beauty of plum blossoms and numerous plum blossom penjing, or miniature potted landscapes.

Address: No 2361 Wuning Road, Putuo district

Tickets: Free

SH Blooming Garden

The 8th Plum Blossom Festival of SH Blooming Garden began on Jan 28, featuring over 30,000 plum trees of various species. Stroll through the park to experience the beauty and fragrance of the plum blossoms.

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

Ticket: The admission fee is 30 yuan per person for adults, while children and seniors can enter for free.

Gucun Park

Plum blossoms at Gucun Park are now in their initial flowering period, inviting visitors to appreciate the beauty.

Address: No 4788 Hutai Road, Baoshan district

Ticket: 20 yuan per person

Zuibaichi Park

Experience the delicate fragrance and beauty of plum blossoms at Zuibaichi Park, where plum varieties bloom in a serene setting.

Address: No 64 South Renmin Road, Songjiang district

Ticket: 12 yuan per person

Xinzhuang Plum Garden

Visit the Xinzhuang Plum Garden to witness the unique Longyou Plum, which is about to come into bloom. Enjoy the beauty and fragrance of the plum blossoms.

Address: No 688 Hongxin Road, Minhang district

Ticket: Free

Sources: Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism, parks mentioned above