Spring in Beijing marks a breathtaking sight to behold, as the city is full of flowers blooming across old buildings and city parks, adding a vibrant energy to the city's surroundings. In March, Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism released the "Wandering in Beijing - 2023 Spring Blossom Tour Routes" (hereinafter referred to as the routes) activity series as part of the 2023 Beijing Culture and Tourism Consumption campaign. The event has ten unique routes, offering diverse and attractive options for visitors to explore the beauty of nature. These routes cover 16 districts across Beijing as well as Beijing Economic-Technological Development Area (BDA), encompassing both renowned flower-viewing destinations within the central urban areas and the more tranquil suburban areas of the city. It's an excellent opportunity to enjoy the stunning springtime landscapes of Beijing and immerse yourself fully in the season's beauty.

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Route 1: East Downtown Route (Dongcheng and Chaoyang)
Yuan Dadu City Wall Ruins Park (Begonia Stream), Zhongshan Park (tulips), Palace Museum (begonias and pear blossoms), Zhihua Temple (pear blossoms), Ming Dynasty Wall Relics Park (plum blossoms), Temple of Heaven Park (lilacs and Chinese violet cresses)
Yuan Dadu City Wall Ruins Park
"Begonia Stream" is one of the most beautiful flower viewing spots in Beijing during spring, and it is also one of the ten scenic spots of the Yuan Dadu City Wall Ruins Park. In April, thousands of begonia trees in over 20 varieties, including midget crabapple, golden star begonia and flowering quince, bloom simultaneously on the banks on both sides of the canal, offering a grand scene of innumerable begonia flowers in full blossom.
Recommended time for flower appreciation: early April to mid-April
Zhongshan Park
Every April, tens of thousands of tulips bloom in Zhongshan Park. In addition to conventional varieties, there are many new varieties of tulips, such as the parrot tulips. The tulips in the park are arranged in a variety of ways, such as theme flower beds and potted plants, which are very natural and harmonious. In addition, there are lilacs, flowering peaches, peonies, begonias, and other flowers blooming successively.
Recommended time for flower appreciation: early April to early May
Palace Museum
Magnolia flowers, pear blossoms, and midget crabapples bloom quietly in the Palace Museum. White and purple lilacs gradually bloom in Yanxi Palace, and the air is filled with the fragrance of flowers before they even fully open.
Recommended time for flower appreciation: late March to mid-April
Zhihua Temple
You can mainly enjoy pear blossoms, lilacs, begonias, and magnolias. In addition, the white lilacs near the Bell Tower and the purple lilacs next to the Drum Tower also gradually bloom. Although the flowers are not in full bloom, their fragrance already fills the air.
Recommended time for flower appreciation: late March to early April
Ming Dynasty Wall Relics Park
Ming Dynasty Wall Relics Park is a plum blossom appreciation resort in Beijing with the most comprehensive varieties of plum blossoms. It boasts over 1,000 plum blossom trees in 50 varieties. The diverse varieties of flowers offer a magnificent scene of beauty every spring, attracting many tourists to take photos here.
Recommended time for flower appreciation: early March to early April
Temple of Heaven Park
In the Temple of Heaven Park in spring, the Chinese violet cresses are the most charming among many kinds of flowers. The "flower sea" of Chinese violet cresses in the park is the largest wild ground cover landscape in Beijing with artificial intervention. In addition, peach blossoms, pear blossoms, lilacs, and other flowers are also gradually blooming.
Recommended time for flower appreciation: late March to mid-April
Route 2: West Downtown Route (Xicheng and Haidian)
Fayuan Temple (lilacs), Jingshan Park (peonies), Beihai Park (winter jasmines, begonias), Yuyuantan Park (cherry blossoms), Summer Palace (peach blossoms on the West Bank of Kunming Lake), China National Botanical Garden (peach blossoms, tulips and roses), Dajue Temple (magnolia flowers)
Fayuan Temple
In April, lilacs bloom in Fayuan Temple.
Recommended time for flower appreciation: early April to mid-April
Jingshan Park
The largest peony ornamental garden in Beijing is undoubtedly the Peony Garden in Jingshan Park. Every May, more than 500 varieties of peonies bloom in the garden, forming a spectacular scene.
Recommended time for flower appreciation: mid-to-late April to early-to-mid May
Beihai Park
The begonias and winter jasmines in Beihai Park are beloved by visitors. Pink begonia flowers have become a unique seasonal landscape on the west bank of Beihai Lake.
Recommended time for flower appreciation: mid-March to early-to-mid April
Yuyuantan Park
As one of the largest cherry blossom viewing parks in northern China, Yuyuantuan Park has more than 40 varieties and nearly 3,000 cherry trees. Early-blooming varieties include Hangzhou cherry blossoms and mountain cherry blossoms, while late-blooming varieties are stunning in various colors.
Recommended time for flower appreciation: late March to late April
Summer Palace
Peach blossoms are in full bloom on the West Bank of the Summer Palace, which adds radiance to the ancient architecture.
Recommended time for flower appreciation: mid-March to mid-April
China National Botanical Garden
The tulips in the North Garden are in full bloom, with beautiful shapes and excellent ornamental effects. In addition to tulips, nearly 100 kinds of spring flowers, such as peach blossoms and roses in the park, have also entered their blooming period.
Recommended time for flower appreciation: early April to early May
Dajue Temple
The magnolia flowers in Dajue Temple bloom about ten days later than those in the downtown area. Appreciating magnolia flowers, enjoying a cup of fragrant tea, and chatting with two or three friends are a lot of fun.
Recommended time for flower appreciation: early-to-mid April
Route 3: West Route (Shijingshan and Mentougou)
Beijing International Sculpture Park (magnolia flowers), Jietai Temple (lilacs and peonies), Tanzhe Temple ("Erqiao" magnolia flowers), Junzhuang Town (pear blossoms), Gushan Village (peach blossoms, apricot blossoms and pear blossoms), Miaofeng Mountain (mountain peach blossoms and roses), Jingxi Ancient Road (mountain peach blossoms), Yongding River Baili Landscape Gallery (mountain peach blossoms, apricot blossoms, peach blossoms), Shuanglong Gorge Scenic Area (peach blossoms and apricot blossoms), Cuandixia Village (mountain peach blossoms), Baihua Mountain (enjoy the beauty of biodiversity)
Beijing International Sculpture Park
Magnolia flowers bloom in the Beijing International Sculpture Park in March feature white magnolia, purple magnolia, "Hongyun" magnolia, and Multi-petal magnolia.
Recommended time for flower appreciation: mid-March to mid-April
Jietai Temple
Among the ancient temples are the oldest lilac trees in Beijing. The blooming lilacs add beauty to the entire temple. In addition to lilacs, peonies, forsythia, magnolia, and flowering plum have also entered the blooming season.
Recommended time for flower appreciation: mid-March to mid-May
Tanzhe Temple
Tanzhe Temple has two "Erqiao" magnolia trees which are four hundred years old.
Recommended time for flower appreciation: late March to mid-April
Junzhuang Town
In Junzhuang Town in mid-April, the pear blossoms in full bloom are gorgeous. There are 48 ancient pear trees that have been living for more than 300 years and are still flourishing nowadays.
Recommended time for flower appreciation: mid-April
Gushan Village
Gushan Village is a picturesque Scenic Area surrounded by mountains and water, with peach blossoms, apricot blossoms, and pear blossoms in full bloom. In addition, there are major sightseeing spots such as Little Valley Paradise, Chess Board Plaza, and Intangible Cultural Heritage Experience Hall. They have been praised by netizens as a "must-visit spot" and "the best resort for family outings and study."
Recommended time for flower appreciation: mid-to-late March to late May
Miaofeng Mountain
Miaofeng is very beautiful in spring. The Scenic Area has thousands of mu of roses of the best quality in China.
Recommended time for flower appreciation: mid-March to mid-May
Jingxi Ancient Road
Jingxi Ancient Road has peach blossoms all over the mountains, and the rich fragrance of peach blossoms is intoxicating. Come to the picturesque Jingxi Ancient Road to experience the beauty of spring.
Recommended time for flower appreciation: mid-to-late March
Yongding River Baili Landscape Gallery
In early spring, apricot blossoms and mountain peach blossoms are in full bloom. When you come to the Yongding River Baili Landscape Gallery, you can overlook the Yongding River and enjoy the beauty of flowers.
Recommended time for flower appreciation: early April
Shuanglong Gorge Scenic Area
Every spring, thousands of mu of apricot blossoms quietly bloom, walking into which would feel as if one were wandering in a sea of flowers. It is a beautiful enjoyment to have a rest here.
Recommended time for flower appreciation: mid-March to mid-May
Cuandixia Village
In March, the peach blossoms in the village are in full bloom, and the village is filled with the fragrance of mountain peach blossoms.
Recommended time for flower appreciation: mid-March to mid-April
Baihua Mountain
Baihua Mountain is famous for its abundant flowers. Peach blossoms, apricot blossoms, "Yinghong" azaleas, and other flowers are distributed in the jungle below the peak. Baihua Mountain is known as the "Natural Zoological and Botanical Garden" in north China. It makes for a pleasant experience to hike and stroll in this area in spring.
Recommended time for flower appreciation: mid-to-late April to late September
Route 4: Northwest Route (Changping and Yanqing)
Juyongguan Flower Sea ("Train for Spring" and apricot blossoms), Badaling Section of Great Wall (apricot blossoms), Qinglongqiao Railway Station (apricot blossoms)
Juyongguan Flower Sea
From March to April every year, Juyongguan, which is known as the "first pass in the world," is surrounded by a huge sea of shallow pink and snow-white mountain apricot blossoms. Flowers all over the mountains contrast with the vicissitudes of the ancient Great Wall, creating a stunning view. In addition, there is a train called "Train for Spring" passing through this place. The train makes its way slowly through the sea of flowers, looking like a walking loong from a distance. Take the train to cross the sea of flowers and experience the gorgeous scenery!
Recommended time for flower appreciation: late March to late April
Badaling Section of Great Wall
In mid-April, the Badaling section of the Great Wall witnesses apricot blossoms blooming all over the surrounding mountains.
Recommended time for flower appreciation: late March to early May
Qinglongqiao Railway Station
In spring, take a China Railway High-speed train of Railway Line S2 and pass through Qinglongqiao Railway Station to enjoy the sea of apricot blossoms and feel the humanistic and historical charm of this century-old station.
Recommended time for flower appreciation: late March to early April
Route 5: North Line (Huairou)
Yangsong Town (peach blossoms), Yanqi Lake (apricot blossoms, winter jasmines and magnolia blossoms), Xiangshui Lake Great Wall Natural Scenic Area (plum blossoms), Huanghuacheng Water Great Wall (apricot blossoms and peach blossoms)
Yangsong Town
Tourists can wear beautiful clothes to take pictures in the peach blossom forest or sit in the shade and bond with family and friends.
Recommended viewing for viewing flowers: early March to early April
Yanqi Lake
Along the shores of Yanqi Lake, the harmonious blend of architecture and flowers creates a stunning scene where nature and humans coexist in harmony. Walking along the plank road around the lake, you can see apricot flowers all over the mountains surrounding Yanqi Lake. In addition, you can also enjoy the beauty of spring with winter jasmines and magnolia flowers.
Recommended period for viewing flowers: late March to late April
Xiangshui Lake Great Wall Natural Scenic Area
In spring, thousands of plum blossoms bloom. Flowers in various colors cover the mountains and fields, making a beautiful scene.
Recommended period for viewing flowers: early February to early April
Huanghuacheng Water Great Wall
In April, pink peach blossoms, red azaleas, white pear blossoms, purple lilacs, and other flowers. Lending the Great Wall of Water a vibrant splash of color.
Recommended period for viewing flowers: late March to late April
Route 6: Northeast Line (Shunyi and Miyun)
Beijing International Flower Port (tulips), Yunmeng Mountain (mountain peach blossoms and azaleas), Beijing WTown (magnolia blossoms, winter jasmines, mountain peach blossoms, and Galsang flowers)
Beijing International Flower Port
Entering the Port, you will see the tulips in full bloom, and various colors converge together, creating a vibrant and fragrant scene. The various Scenic Areas in the Flower Port cleverly combines world-renowned flowers with international planning concepts, seamlessly integrating nature and human creativity.
Recommended period for viewing flowers: early April to early May
Yunmeng Mountain
In spring, the azaleas bloom on Yunmeng Mountain. One can really feel the essence of spring in the sea of these flowers.
Recommended period for viewing flowers: early April to early May
Beijing WTown
The houses in Beijing WTown are built on the hill. Walking along the street, you can see colorful Galsang flowers. In addition, you can also enjoy magnolia blossoms, winter jasmines, mountain peach blossoms, and other flowers.
Recommended period for viewing flowers: mid-March to mid-April
Route 7: East Line (Tongzhou and Pinggu)
Grand Canal Forest Park (forsythia, lilacs, and magnolia blossoms), Urban Green Heart Forest Park (peach blossoms, begonias, magnolia blossoms and roses), Pinggu's ten-thousand-mu-large (666 hectares) peach blossom sea, Xiong'erzhai Village (pear blossoms and apricot blossoms)
Grand Canal Forest Park
The Grand Canal Forest Park is an indispensable sign-in resort for spring outings in Tongzhou district. Flowers such as forsythia, peaches, cloves and magnolia are planted along one side of the canal. The east bank of the Grand Canal is the water transport wharf, and it is the season when magnolia blossoms are about to bloom. Beside the Moon Island Viewing Platform, flowers such as forsythia, peach, and elm plum are also blooming, painting a beautiful canvas.
Recommended period for viewing flowers: mid-March to early May
Urban Green Forest Park
In spring, the Urban Green Heart Forest Park ushers in the most gorgeous flower season of the year, and the flowers in the park, such as wax plum, peach, magnolia, and birch-leaf pear gradually bloom, forming a sea of flowers.
Recommended period for viewing flowers: mid-March to early May
Pinggu's Ten-thousand-mu-large (666 hectares) Peach Blossom Sea
In the mountains and rivers of Pinggu, known as "the hometown of big peaches in China", 10,000 mu (666 hectares) of peach blossoms are blooming.
Recommended period for viewing flowers: late March to late April
Xiong'erzhai Village
Known as the back garden of Pinggu, Xiong'erzhai Village boasts thousands of mu (66 hectares) of apricot trees. The land is adorned with vast expanses of pink and white blossoms, creating a picturesque scene with wildflowers, green grass, trees, flowing water, and rural landscapes all complementing each other. Before the apricot blossoms fade, peach blossoms start to bloom, making the spring scenery boundless in its beauty.
Recommended period for viewing flowers: late March to late April
Route 8: Southeast Route (Yizhuang)
Paulownia Avenue (paulownia blossoms), Riverside Forest Park of Yizhuang New Town (winter jasmine flowers, apricot blossoms, peach blossoms)
Paulownia Avenue
In mid-April, many visitors come to the Paulownia Avenue to take photos and appreciate the blooming Paulownia flowers on both sides of Hongda Road in Beijing Economic-Technological Development Area.
Recommended time for flower appreciation: late April
Riverside Forest Park of Yizhuang New Town
The Riverside Forest Park of Yizhuang New Town, also known as Liangshuihe Park, is an open park with a large area and long footpaths. It is a good place to go for outings and enjoy flowers. The greening rate in the park is as high as 90 percent while the air there is fresh. The park also has winter jasmines, apricot blossoms, and peach blossoms.
Recommended time for flower viewing: mid-April
Route 9: South Route (Daxing)
Nanhaizi Park (peach blossoms, forsythia blossoms, elm plum blossoms and Chinese roses), Lihua Village in Panggezhuang Town (pear blossoms)
Nanhaizi Park
Winter jasmines, peach blossoms, forsythia flowers, and magnolia flowers bloom in Nanhaizi Park.
Recommended time for flower appreciation: late March to early May
Lihua Village in Panggezhuang Town
Lihua Village in Panggezhuang Town is known as the "Hometown of Pears in China". There, a rare ancient pear tree orchard in the country has more than 40 pear tree varieties and more than 30,000 ancient pear trees that have been standing for more than a century.
Recommended time for flower appreciation: early April to mid-May
Route 10: Southwest Route (Fengtai and Fangshan)
Beijing World Flower Wonderland Park (peonies, tulips, and peach blossoms), Purple Valley Eden (rapeseed flowers, Chinese violet cresses, and corn poppies), Changyang Park (tulips, peonies, and begonias), Qinglong Lake Forest Park (peach blossoms, cherry blossoms, and pear blossoms)
Beijing World Flower Wonderland Park
The tulips, peach blossoms, begonias, forsythia flowers, and other spring flowers in the park are gradually blooming, making for an attractive view.
Recommended time for flower appreciation: mid-March to late April
Purple Valley Eden
Every April, February orchids, cabbage flowers, and Icelandic poppies bloom in the garden. There is a pedestrian walkway winding through the floral landscapes, allowing visitors to take close-up photos and appreciate the beauty of the flowers' structures.
Recommended time for flower appreciation: mid-April to late May
Changyang Park
Tulips bloom brilliantly in Changyang Park, creating a spectacular sight. The peony garden in the park is also full of colorful peonies. In addition, there are begonias, pear blossoms, and peach blossoms in the garden.
Recommended time for flower appreciation: mid-March to late April
Qinglong Lake Forest Park
The peach blossoms in the mountains of Qinglong Lake Forest Park are in full bloom, creating a breathtaking scene. Cherry blossoms, pear blossoms, and apricot blossoms also bloom in the park, creating a delightful spring atmosphere. Visitors can enjoy playing, taking photos, and experiencing the romantic springtime in the floral wonderland.
Recommended time for flower appreciation: mid-March-mid-April