Complete Guide to Osmanthus Viewing in Hangzhou: 4 Hidden Gems with Fewer People and More Flowers, Perfect for Photos!

Autumn is finally here! 🌾
The air is filled with the fragrance of osmanthus, sweet to the heart 💕
No more overcrowding like last year at Manjuelong!
Here are 4 hidden spots for osmanthus viewing—fewer people, more flowers, super romantic✨
(Flowers start blooming from mid-September)

1⃣️ Meiling Tea Garden
📍 Address: No. 1 Meiling South Road, Xihu District
✨ Highlights:
A tea garden path full of blooming osmanthus 🍵
Pair it with an osmanthus latte for the ultimate autumn vibe!
Photo tip: wear light colors for stunning shots!

2⃣️ Jiuxi Yanshu
📍 Address: South section of Longjing Road, Xihu District
✨ Highlights:
Osmanthus flowers falling into the creek, incredibly poetic 🌊
Deep inside, a few large osmanthus trees near Lian Temple are breathtaking
Few people, beautiful scenery, every shot looks like a masterpiece!

3⃣️ China National Tea Research Institute
📍 Address: No. 67 Meiling South Road, Xihu District
✨ Highlights:
Seven large Dan Gui osmanthus trees in the tea garden 🌼
When the flowers fall, the ground is covered in golden yellow, stunningly beautiful!
Best to visit in mid to late October for a super romantic experience!

4⃣️ Yangmeiling Village
📍 Address: Yangmeiling Village, Jiuxi Street, Xihu District
✨ Highlights:
Every household has an osmanthus tree in front of their door! ✨
Enjoy coffee while admiring the osmanthus, pure bliss ☕
Take photos however you like~

Other recommendations:
📍 Jingci Temple, Botanical Garden, Hupao Park, Lingyin Temple, Xiaohe Straight Street...

💡 Tips:
▪️ Osmanthus starts blooming from mid to late September, most beautiful around National Day!
▪️ Light-colored outfits are highly recommended, they match osmanthus perfectly~
▪️ Heard there are many exciting events at this year’s Osmanthus Festival!