Flower Harbour Park
Flower Harbour Park — free lakeside garden of peonies, koi, and lotus
Intro
Flower Harbour Park (Huagang Guanyu) is one of the Ten Scenes of West Lake — a free public park on the southern shore of the lake covering 22 hectares of gardens, ponds, and lawns. Famous for its peonies in May, lotus flowers in summer, and the large koi carp pond that gives it its name (Guanyu means "watching fish"), it is one of the most pleasant free spaces around West Lake.
Best Time to Visit
Late April to May for peonies. July for lotus flowers.
Highlights
Getting There
On the southern shore of West Lake, accessible on foot or bicycle from the Su Causeway.
Tickets & Entry
Free.
Practical Tips
Free and open all day. Most pleasant in the morning. The peony garden peaks in late April to May. The fish-viewing platform over the large koi pond is always crowded at weekends.
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FAQ
Quick Facts
| Duration | 1-1.5 hours |
| Best time | Late April to May for peonies. July for lotus flowers. |