Gucun Park

Photo of Gucun Park: Shanghai cherry blossom festival

Photo of Gucun Park: Gucun Park cherry blossoms

Address No. 4788 Hutai Road, Baoshan District, Shanghai

Hours 06:00-18:00

Phone +86 21 5604 5000

Announcement: Cherry Blossom Park

Entrance ¥20

Hours 06:00-18:00

Best Season Spring (for cherry blossoms)

Time needed 2-3 hours

Last visit: May 22, 2026

Author: Qiang Huang

Reviewer: Zekun Dong

Gucun Park Travel Guide

Gucun Park Shanghai: A Complete Visitor's Guide for Cherry Blossoms & More

Qiang Huang 2026-05-25 Verified

Planning a visit to Gucun Park in Shanghai? This guide covers everything from cherry blossom season tips to ticket prices, how to get there, and hidden spots most tourists miss.

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Gucun Park Cherry Blossoms: A Complete Visitor's Guide

Qiang Huang 2026-05-25 Verified

Planning to see the cherry blossoms at Gucun Park in Shanghai? This detailed guide covers everything from tickets and peak bloom times to hidden photo spots and how to avoid the crowds. Get all the practical info you need for a perfect visit.

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Gucun Park Overview

Famous for its annual cherry blossom festival, featuring over 12,000 cherry trees, and a large man-made lake.

Gucun Park Opening Hours & Tickets

06:00-18:00
Best season: Spring (for cherry blossoms)
Ticket note: 20 RMB

Essential Gucun Park Visitor Information

Enquiries: +86 21 5604 5000
Restrooms
Restaurants
Boat Rentals
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How to Get to Gucun Park

Take Metro Line 7 to Gucun Park Station.

Gucun Park Travel Safety & Advice

Call 110 for police, 120 for ambulance.

Practical Info

No. 4788 Hutai Road, Baoshan District, Shanghai
06:00-18:00
+86 21 5604 5000

Qiang Huang

Certified Senior Tour Guide

Qiang Huang, a Shanghai-based Certified Senior Tour Guide, specializes in East China itineraries covering the Shanghai skyscraper and luxury shopping tour, culinary innovation tour, and West Bund art walk.

Last updated: 2026-04

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On-site notes & editorial review

Tickets

20 RMB

Online booking may be required

Tips

Visit during the Shanghai Cherry Blossom Festival (March-April).

Reality Check

Long queues — arrive early
ID / passport may be required
Weather gamble

Cooler at higher elevation
Not fully accessible
No direct transit in some areas

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Gucun Park Travel FAQ

Which restaurant near Gucun Park is best for a family with young kids?

For families, Jiaxiang Farmhouse Restaurant is a great choice. The atmosphere is casual and noisy enough that kids won't be a problem. The dishes are homestyle and generally not too spicy. They often have high chairs. The braised pork and steamed egg are usually kid-pleasers. For something even faster and simpler, Laoshengchang is also very family-friendly with its quick service and familiar dumpling options.

What's the one local dish I shouldn't miss near Gucun Park?

If you only try one thing, make it authentic Shanghainese Soup Dumplings (Xiaolongbao) at a place like Laoshengchang. The ones you get in this local context are different from the touristy versions downtown. The skin is delicate, the broth inside is piping hot and savory, and the pork filling is perfectly seasoned. It's a quintessential Shanghai experience. Pair it with a side of ginger strips in vinegar.