Spring is in the air, and it's the perfect time to enjoy the vibrant flower displays around the "Flower City", Guangzhou! From the bustling streets to peaceful parks, the city is blooming with colorful floral wonders. Here's your metro-navigated guide to spring's grandest shows.

Bougainvillea

Bougainvillea, which blooms through autumn, winter, and spring, is one of Guangzhou's most iconic flowers. With its colorful hues, it turns many of the city's streets and pedestrian bridges into vibrant "flower corridors." 

Recommended viewing places:

Dongfeng Middle Road Pedestrian Bridge (東風中路人行天橋): Guangzhou Metro Line 1, Peasant Movement Institute Station (Exit D1), 10-minute walk

Xingang Middle Road and Chigang North Pedestrian Bridge (赤崗天橋): Guangzhou Metro Line 8, Chigang Station (Exit C2), 900m walk

Wuyangcun Pedestrian Bridge (五羊邨天橋): Guangzhou Metro Line 5, Wuyangcun Station (Exit C)

Golden Trumpet Tree

Golden trumpet trees burst into bloom along the streets of Guangzhou, transforming the city into a shimmering golden landscape. The beauty of these trees, with their bright yellow flowers, is simply breathtaking and offers fantastic photo opportunities for flower enthusiasts. Huandao Road has been transformed into a "golden avenue", while Guangxiao Temple offers a striking contrast between ancient architecture and vibrant blossoms.

Recommended viewing places:

Modiesha Park (磨碟沙公園): Guangzhou Metro Line 8, Chigang Station (Exit C2)

Guangxiao Temple (光孝寺): Guangzhou Metro Line 1, Ximenkou Station (Exit C), 400m walk

Zhoutouzui Park (洲頭咀公園) & Huandao Road (環島路): Guangzhou Metro Line 8, Tongfuxi Station (Exit D)

Haibang Shui Xiang (海傍水鄉): Guangzhou Metro Line 3 or 4, Haibang Station (Exit B), 10-minute walk

Bauhinia variegata

Spring brings the magical sight of pink and white Bauhinia flowers. Many streets and parks are filled with these blossoms, creating a romantic atmosphere. 

Recommended viewing places:

Haizhu National Wetland Park (海珠國家濕地公園): Guangzhou Metro Line 18, Longtan Station (Exit D), 500m walk to North Gate

South China Agricultural University (華南農業大學): Guangzhou Metro Line 3, Wushan Station (Exit A). Remember to make an appointment on the university's official WeChat account "華南農業大學" for entry.

Rapeseed flower

The fields of rapeseed flowers, which bloom in late winter and early spring, create a golden sea that stretches across the countryside surrounding Guangzhou. The flowers, often swaying in the breeze, form a picturesque landscape that captures the essence of spring.

Recommended viewing places:

Longping Academician Port (隆平院士港): Guangzhou Metro Line 7, Changzhou Station (Exit E)

Haibang Shui Xiang (海傍水鄉): Guangzhou Metro Line 3 or 4, Haibang Station (Exit B), 10-minute walk

Cherry blossoms

The cherry blossoms have reached their peak in Guangzhou, adding a splash of pink and white to the city's landscape. In areas such as South China National Botanical Garden and Chuangye Park, cherry blossoms adorn the lakeshores and streets, adding a touch of romance to the city.

Recommended viewing places:

South China National Botanical Garden (華南植物園): Guangzhou Metro Line 6, Botanical Garden Station (Exit A)

South China Agricultural University (華南農業大學): Guangzhou Metro Line 3, Wushan Station (Exit A)

Chuangye Park, Huangpu District (黃埔區創業公園): Guangzhou Metro Line 21, Shuixi Station (Exit A)

Kapok

March and April are the flowering period of the kapok flowers, the city flower of Guangzhou. As the gentle breeze of spring wafts through the air, the first batch of kapok flowers has blossomed and decorated the branches and roads red.

Recommended viewing places:

Lingyuan West Road (陵園西路): Guangzhou Metro Line 1, Martyrs' Park Station (Exit D)

Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall (中山紀念堂): Guangzhou Metro Line 2, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall Station (Exit C)

Peasant Movement Institute (農講所): Guangzhou Metro Line 1, Peasant Movement Institute Station (Exit D)

Yuexiu Park (越秀公園): Guangzhou Metro Line 2, Yuexiu Park Station (Exit B1)

Yulan magnolia

The Yulan magnolia blooms gracefully before the new leaves appear, adding a touch of elegance to the surroundings. At Chen Clan Ancestral Hall (Guangdong Folk Art Museum) and the Sun Yat-sen Library of Guangdong Province, the flowers contrast beautifully with the antique red walls and green tiles.

Recommended viewing places:

Sun Yat-sen Library of Guangdong Province (廣東省立中山圖書館): Guangzhou Metro Line 1, Peasant Movement Institute Station (Exit A)

Chen Clan Ancestral Hall (陳家祠): Guangzhou Metro Line 1, Chen Clan Academy Station (Exit D)