Taiziwan Park ​- popular local park within Hangzhou

Last Update: 9th October 2020

 

With an area of around 80 x hectares, Taiziwan Park is named after the historic records that two princes were buried in the park. It features the style of the traditional Chinese landscape garden as well as the Western artistic treatment.

Taiziwan Park Fast Facts

  • Chinese Name: Taiziwan Gongyuan (太子湾公园)
  • Area: 80 hectares
  • Things to do there: Photography, Hiking, Nature
  • Who visits: Photographers, Nature Lovers
  • Time required:2 – 3 hours

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What to expect at the Taiziwan Park
Located at the southwest corner of the West Lake, Taiziwan Park is well-known for the regular tulip show from late March to early April every year. During the period of time, thousands of tulips, sakura and Hyacinthus orientalis are in blossom, making for amazing views. Pink, yellow, purple, white and red tulips are very appealing while the snow white sakura on the tree looks like cloud and fog. In addition, you can see the Tokyo sakura in the park. You may see locals taking wedding photographs there.

Magnolia, sakura and Michelia figo grow on the hill. Wangshanping Grassland is a good spot to take a rest and enjoy picnic there. Locals love to hold weddings in the grassland as well. A small church adds a festive atmosphere to the park. Several bridges in different appearances span over streams in the park.

 

Between late September and early November, leaves of some of the trees in the park turn yellow or golden. On sunny days, the red maple leaves with the reflection in the river are a feast for eyes, creating great material for photographing.​

Best time to visit the Taiziwan Park

If you’d love to enjoy a quiet environment in the park, the best time to visit is in the early morning.

 

The best months to visit are from March to October.

 

How to get to the Taiziwan Park

You can take Bus 4, 51, 52, 87, Y6, 334 or Bus 315 to the Stop of Sudi (苏堤站). Alternatively, you could rent a vehicle to the park directly.

 

Additional Taiziwan Park Travel Advice
  • Opening hours: 07:00 – 17:00
  • As at 9th October 2020, tourists can visit the park for free.
  • As Taiziwan Park is situated in the area of the West Lake, it is suggested that you explore the park, the other scenic spots, such as Leifeng Pagoda and the lake in one day.
  • Please wear comfortable hiking shoes.

Interested in visiting Taiziwan Park on a Tour?

Wendy Wei Tours offers a variety of different packaged tours as well as custom tours including Taiziwan Park among other attractions and destinations. To find out more, please visit our Tours page or Contact Us directly to find out more.