Beijing's annual lotus blooming season is here! Discover top viewing spots now~

Beihai Park

The 29th Lotus Exhibition is now underway at Beihai Park, running through July 20. It features a display of 169 potted rare bowl lotuses alongside over 40 lotus varieties, inviting visitors to enjoy this summer lotus feast.

Shichahai

At Shichahai, the lotuses are in full glory, with pink-white flowers dotting the serene green leaves amid the water, creating a charming contrast with the ancient-style buildings along the shore.

Zizhuyuan Park

The lotuses in Zizhuyuan Park have started to bloom, and visitors can board wooden tour boats at the Lotus Ferry Wharf to slowly glide into the heart of the lotus pond, winding through the serene green lotus leaves.

Longtan West Lake Park

The 3rd Lotus Culture Festival at Longtan West Lake Park is now underway, running through August 15, where over 20,000 square meters of lotuses are approaching their peak bloom. The festival also features a lotus-themed calligraphy, painting, and photography exhibition, nature education activities, creative interactive installations with photo spots, and a vibrant night market awaiting your visit.

Lotus Pond Park

Lotus Pond Park has long been a renowned lotus-viewing destination in Beijing, deeply cherished by visitors throughout the years. Here, not only stunning lotuses captivate the eye, but the park also bears profound historical legacies.

Xihaizi Park

The lotus flowers at Xihaizi Park have quietly come into full bloom, with the ancient pagoda standing serenely by the lakeside, its reflection and blossoming lotuses along its sides creating a delightful interplay.

Where are you planning to head for lotus-viewing? Feel free to share your destination in the comment section! 

(Source: Official WeChat account of Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism)