Hey Leosquad! If you want to take a break from the tall skyscrapers of Shenzhen, Fairy Lake Botanical Garden (ไปๆนๆค็ฉๅญ) is one of the best places to go. Located at the foot of Wutong Mountain in Luohu District, this giant green park has scenic lakes, ancient temples, huge succulent greenhouses, and relaxing walking paths.
Here is a simple guide on what to see, how to get there, and a handy tip on how to charge your phone while exploring.
๐๏ธ Getting There & Tickets
๐ Subway: Take Metro Line 2 (or Line 8) to Xianhu Road Station, leave from Exit C2 or C3, and and walk about 10 minutes to reach the South Gate entrance.
๐๏ธ Entrance Ticket:
- Regular days: ยฅ15 RMB (around $2 USD).
- Free entry hours: 06:00 โ 08:00 and 18:00 โ 21:30
๐ต Payment: It is highly recommended to book e-tickets in advance via the official WeChat accounts “ๆทฑๅณๅธไปๆนๆค็ฉๅญ” or “็พไธฝๆทฑๅณ“. Tickets bought from other platforms may not be valid for entry. Cash payment at the main entrance gate is generally available, but online booking is safer.
๐ Location: Xiฤn hรบ zhรญwรนyuรกn (ไปๆนๆค็ฉๅญ) China, Shenzhen, Luohu District, ไปๆน่ทฏ160ๅท ้ฎๆฟ็ผ็ : 518004
โฐ Opening hours: 06:00-21:30
๐๏ธ Admission Ticket: 08:00 – 18:00 (ticket required)
๐ Note: Areas (such as the Cactus Garden and Bonsai Garden) are typically open only from 9:00 to 17:00.
๐บ๏ธ Fairy Lake Botanical Garden Map
๐ Shuttle bus inside the Park
The botanical garden covers over 6 square kilometers, so it involves a lot of walking.
To save your energy, take the electric sightseeing shuttle bus located just inside the main entrance. It costs ยฅ3 RMB per ride and takes you uphill directly to Hongfa Temple or key stops around the park.
One-way ticket: ยฅ3 RMB per ride (takes you directly uphill to Hongfa Temple).
Day Pass: ยฅ10 RMB for unlimited rides all day (perfect for hopping on and off between attractions).
๐ณ What to See Inside Fairy Lake Botanical Garden
1๏ธโฃ Lansheng Pavilion (่ง่ไบญ)
Sitting on top of a hill, Lansheng Pavilion gives you a panoramic view of the entire botanical garden, Fairy Lake, and the surrounding mountain ranges. It is a great spot to pause and take pictures.
2๏ธโฃ Shaluo Lake & Fairy Lake Area
The heart of the park is Fairy Lake. You can walk along the tranquil wooden boardwalks around Shaluo Lake, feed the fish, or relax in the shade while watching the sunlight reflect on the water.
3๏ธโฃ Cactus & Succulent Garden
This is one of the most popular photo spots in the garden! The giant glass-domed greenhouses are filled with massive cacti, rare desert succulents, and unique arid plants.
Note: The indoor succulent and cactus exhibition houses are open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
4๏ธโฃ Orchid and Butterfly Valley (ๅ ฐ่ฑ่ด่ถ่ฐท)
Located near the Shade Plant Garden area, this lush valley is filled with vibrant orchid species, quiet streams, and fluttering butterflies. It is a peaceful, colorful spot for taking nature photos.
Note: The Orchid and Butterfly Valley is open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
5๏ธโฃ Hongfa Temple (ๅผๆณๅฏบ)
Located right in the center of the garden, Hongfa Temple is the largest active Buddhist temple in Shenzhen. You will see local worshippers, smell burning incense, and enjoy traditional Chinese temple architecture framed against green hills.
๐ Useful Tip: How to Rent a Power Bank in China
๐ฅ How Much does it Cost to Rent a Power Bank here?
Exploring a huge garden like this means taking a lot of photos and videos. If your phone battery runs low (like mine did down to 20%), don’t worry! China has portable power bank rental stations everywhereโeven inside public restrooms at major tourist spots like Fairy Lake.
๐ค How to use it
- Scan QR Code: Use WeChat or Alipay to scan the QR code on the power bank station machine.
- Pay Deposit: The app holds a temporary ยฅ99 deposit from your digital wallet.
- Grab & Charge: A power bank will pop out with built-in cables (Lightning, USB-C, Micro-USB).
- Return & Refund: Plug the power bank into any open station slot when you’re done. The app deducts ยฅ2 per 30 minutes and automatically refunds the remaining ยฅ97 deposit to your digital wallet.
โญ My Experience & Travel Tips
Bring an Umbrella: The garden gets very hot with little shade in some sections. Bring an umbrella or parasol to stay cool and prevent heatstroke.
Wear Comfortable Shoes: The park is steep in some areas, so make sure to wear good walking sneakers.
Bring Water & Snacks: While there are vending machines and small refreshment stalls, carrying your own water bottle is helpful.
Combine Places: Visit Hongfa Temple first via the shuttle bus, then walk downhill to explore Fairy Lake and the Succulent Garden.
Also planning to explore the city? Check out my guide on How to Rent a Bike in China: A Practical Guide to easily get around Shenzhen by bicycle!
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As Always, Live the Moments, and Follow the Trails.โ๏ธ๐๐ฅ๐
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