Yuyuan Garden Shanghai: Discovering Tranquility Through Slow Travel
by Sanyu_ch
Sep 7, 2025
Day 1: Full Day Immersive Tour of Huamu Rose Garden
Weather Forecast: Sunny, 18-25°C, strong UV rays
Outfit Suggestions: Light-colored long dress (recommended white/light pink) + flat white sneakers + straw sun hat + silk scarf shawl (for wind and sun protection)
Travel Tips: Expect a lot of walking inside the garden; bring a light backpack, sunscreen, mosquito repellent, and a folding umbrella (for sudden showers).
Morning Itinerary: Flower Sea Exploration and Cultural Photography
1. Main Entrance Flower Wall (8:30-9:30)
- Ticket: 30 RMB (adult)
- Photo Spot: Rose flower wall (suggest standing sideways, holding the brim of your hat, looking down smelling the flowers)
- Props: Faux butterfly hair clip, vintage camera pendant
2. European-style Arch Corridor (9:30-10:30)
- Photo Spot: Capture a glance back in the center of the arch or sit on the bench holding a book
- Props: English newspaper, coffee cup prop
Noon: Garden Picnic (11:00-12:30)
- Food Recommendation: "Rose Café" inside the park
- Must-try: Rose latte (38 RMB), lavender honey pancakes (52 RMB)
- Picnic Area: Lakeside lawn (you can bring your own fruit and sandwiches, paired with a lace picnic cloth)
Afternoon Itinerary: Fusion of Water Scenery and Art
1. Water Garden (13:00-14:30)
- Photo Spot: Wooden bridge reflection (suggest wearing a flowing long dress and running for dynamic shots)
- Props: Transparent umbrella (to simulate rainy atmosphere)
2. Rose Science Museum (14:30-15:30)
- Cultural Experience: DIY dried flower bookmarks (20 RMB/person), learn about rose cultivation history
Evening: Sunset and Night View (17:00-18:30)
- Best Spot: West viewing platform for backlit silhouette shots, hold a small string of lights to create ambiance
Day 2: Huamu Surroundings · Urban Nature
Weather Forecast: Cloudy, 20-26°C
Outfit Suggestions: Denim overalls + striped inner shirt + canvas shoes + bucket hat (youthful casual style)
Transport: Direct access via Metro Line 7 Huamu Road Station
Morning: Century Park (8:30-11:00)
- Ticket: 10 RMB
- Photo Spots:
- Cherry Blossom Forest (shoot petals falling from below, toss scarf for dynamic shots)
- Mirror Lake (rent a small boat 45 RMB/hour, sit sideways at the bow splashing water with feet)
Noon: Pudong Kerry City Dining (11:30-13:00)
- Recommended Restaurant: Green & Safe
- Must-try: Black truffle pizza (98 RMB), organic vegetable salad (58 RMB)
Afternoon: Shanghai Science and Technology Museum (13:30-16:00)
- Ticket: 45 RMB
- Cultural Highlights: Robot theater (free), Rainbow Children's Playground (recommended for families)
- Photo Spot: Geometric light and shadow on the dome cinema exterior (wide-angle upward shot)
Night: Lujiazui Skyline (19:00-21:00)
- Free Observation Deck: IFC Mall 5th floor open-air garden
- Photo Pose: Back to the Oriental Pearl Tower, holding a glowing balloon (available at convenience stores)
Day 3: Old City Cultural Exploration
Weather Forecast: Overcast turning to light rain, 16-22°C
Outfit Suggestions: Khaki trench coat + loafers + beret (vintage artistic style)
Transport: Metro Line 10 Yuyuan Garden Station
Morning: Yuyuan Garden + City God Temple (9:00-12:00)
- Yuyuan Garden Ticket: 40 RMB
- Photo Spots:
- Nine-turn Bridge (holding an oil-paper umbrella, leaning on the railing)
- Huxin Pavilion Tea House (overhead shots of tea drinking scenes)
- Must-eat Food: Nanxiang Steamed Bun Shop (crab roe xiaolongbao 48 RMB/basket)
Afternoon: Tianzifang (13:30-16:00)
- Free street area
- Cultural Experiences:
- Handmade sachet shop (DIY customization starting at 30 RMB)
- Vintage camera museum (old film camera photo experience 50 RMB/photo)
- Photo Spots: Alley red brick wall (sideways glance back) + café terrace (holding coffee cup overhead shot)
Night: Bund Source Historic Buildings (18:30-20:00)
- Recommended Route: Yuanmingyuan Road pedestrian street (international architecture light show)
- Night Outfit: Long knitted dress + pearl earrings (elegant socialite style)
Estimated Total Budget (per person)
- Tickets: 30+10+45+40=125 RMB
- Meals: 300 RMB/day
- Transport: Metro 30 RMB + taxi 50 RMB
- Total: Approximately 800-1000 RMB
Tips:
- The rose garden’s peak bloom is April to May; avoid weekends to skip crowds.
- Tianzifang shops open after 10 AM, don’t go too early!
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