7 best spots to smell plum blossoms in Hangzhou

Winter in Hangzhou isn’t just about the cold—it’s about the delicate, sweet scent we all wait for each year. The plum blossoms are beginning to bloom! Whether you’re looking for a quick city stop, a lakeside stroll, or a countryside escape, we’ve arranged these blossom spots by travel time from downtown to help you plan your perfect bloom chase. Grab your camera and explore these exclusive winter scenes!

Don’t let the cold keep you indoors—pick your route, call your flower-loving friends, and step into Hangzhou’s limited-edition winter beauty!

Perfect for a short break or after-work wander

A hidden gem right in the city center! Pure white plum blossoms create a fresh contrast against the urban backdrop—ideal for a quick photo on your way home.
Location: Southwest corner of Qingchun Interchange & Kaixuan Road
Transportation: Take Metro Line 2 to Qingling Road Station, then a short walk.

Classic scenic spots, reachable within 20–30 minutes from downtown
It's where classical architecture meets spring’s vitality. Wintersweet with a soft glow and rich fragrance, framed by blue tiles and white walls—every shot looks like a painting.
Location:Fish Viewing at the Flower Pond Scenic Area (Next to Ma Yifu Memorial)
Transportation: Take a bus to Yuhu Bay stop and walk

A quiet temple with yellow walls and just a few red plum trees—often called “the most spiritual plum blossoms.” Serene, photogenic, and rarely crowded.
No. 161 Santai Mountain Road, Xihu District
Transportation: Take a bus to Yuhu Bay stop and walk.

Easily accessible by metro or taxi, great for a leisurely half-day out
Explore by boat or on foot!It’s where to look for charming varieties like the ‘Golden Bell’ wintersweet (like tiny hanging bells) and the ‘Dogtooth’ plum (pointed petals like a puppy’s teeth).
Location: Throughout Xixi Wetland Park
Transportation: Take Metro Line 3 to Xixi Wetland South Station, then walk or take a sculling boat inside the park

This is the city’s most famous plum garden. Red and white blooms fill the air with passionate or cool, elegant scents. Don’t miss the Pinmei Garden—a living museum of rare varieties.
Location: Lingfeng Plum Exploration Area, Hangzhou Botanical Garden
Transportation: Take a taxi to the Qingzhiwu entrance and walk in

Image source:Hangzhou Municipal Bureau of Landscape and Cultural Relics

A spacious lakeside escape with scattered plum blossoms and peaceful views. Less crowded, perfect for a relaxed stroll or a scenic picnic.
Location:No. 2758 Fengqing Avenue, Xiaoshan District
Transportation:Metro Line 1 to Xianghu Station, then transfer by bus/bike

For those who want to go farther and immerse in rural beauty
Drive into the countryside for golden Suxin plum blossoms in a rustic village setting. Honey-yellow petals and white stamens create an elegant scene far from the city buzz.
Location: Tianyuan Village,Wanshi Town,Fuyang District
Transportation: Navigate to Tianyuan Village

Journalist: Chen Miaolin&Jiang Qinyi
Editor:Chen Miaolin
Senior editor:Zhou Ji,Li Zheng
Source: Hangzhoufeel