Tourism GuideYuexiu Park
The largest comprehensive park in downtown Guangzhou featuring rich historical heritage and natural beauty
Key Information
Established Year
1952
Area
860000 square meters
Main Attractions
Five Rams Statue Zhenhai Tower Artificial Lakes
Best Time to Visit
October to April
Park Type
Urban Comprehensive Park
Yuexiu Park is Guangzhou's most iconic urban park spanning 860000 square meters with seven hills and three artificial lakes. This park beautifully blends natural landscapes with historical monuments including the famous Five Rams Statue symbolizing Guangzhou's origin story. The park features Zhenhai Tower a Ming dynasty watchtower now housing the Guangzhou Museum ancient city wall remnants and lush gardens. Visitors can enjoy boating on the lakes explore winding paths through bamboo groves and admire traditional Chinese pavilions. As the city's green lung Yuexiu Park offers both recreational activities and cultural insights making it a must visit destination that showcases Guangzhou's harmonious blend of urban development and natural preservation.
Things to Do
- Admire the iconic Five Rams Statue symbolizing Guangzhou's founding legend
- Visit Zhenhai Tower and explore the Guangzhou Museum inside
- Walk along the ancient Ming Dynasty city wall remnants
- Enjoy boating on the three scenic artificial lakes
- Stroll through the beautiful flower gardens and bamboo groves
- Climb to the highest point for panoramic city views
- Explore the traditional Chinese pavilions and architecture
- Relax in the shaded pathways and green spaces
- Visit the sports stadium and recreational facilities
- Attend cultural events and flower exhibitions
