6-Day Nature Escape  Exploring Changchun's Urban Parks, Mountain Forests & Wetlands
6-Day Nature Escape Exploring Changchun's Urban Parks, Mountain Forests & Wetlands

Discover the natural wonders of Changchun where urban landscapes meet pristine wilderness

Duration of 6 Days

nature
hiking
parks
forests
wetlands
botanical gardens
bird watching

Best Time to Visit

May to October

Climate

Temperate continental monsoon climate

Language

Mandarin Chinese

Currency

Chinese Yuan

Transportation

Metro buses and taxis available

Highlights

This 6-day nature-focused itinerary takes you through Changchuns most beautiful natural attractions from urban parks to mountain forests and wetlands Experience the perfect blend of city life and natural beauty in Northeast China

Itinerary

1Day 1 Urban Green Spaces Discovery

Distance:8 km
directionTaxi

Most convenient option, direct route via Renmin Street

Duration: 15 minutes

directionBus

Take bus 6 or 66, affordable but slower

Duration: 25 minutes

Subway

Take Line 1 to Renmin Square, then transfer to bus

Duration: 20 minutes

Sculpture Park Visit

Sculpture Park Visit

time13:00-16:00
addressNo. 9518 Renmin Street, Nanguan District, Changchun, Jilin Province

Visit Changchun World Sculpture Park where art meets nature with numerous sculptures set amidst beautiful landscapes and gardens

Distance:12 km
directionTaxi

Fastest option via Jiefang Road

Duration: 20 minutes

directionBus

Take bus 102 directly to river area

Duration: 35 minutes

Private Car

Most flexible for scenic stops along the way

Duration: 18 minutes

Songhua River Walk

Songhua River Walk

time17:00-19:00
addressSonghua River, Changchun City, Jilin Province

Evening stroll along the Songhua River enjoying the sunset and riverside scenery

3Day 3 Botanical Gardens and Wetlands

Distance:3 km
Walking

Pleasant walk through garden paths

Duration: 35 minutes

directionTaxi

Quick transfer via Jingyue Street

Duration: 8 minutes

directionBus

Take bus 120 for direct connection

Duration: 15 minutes

Wetland Bird Watching

Wetland Bird Watching

time13:00-16:00
addressUrban Wetlands Park, Changchun City, Jilin Province

Explore the wetland areas for bird watching and observe local wildlife in their natural habitat

Distance:2 km
Walking

Easy stroll through urban green spaces

Duration: 25 minutes

directionTaxi

Very short ride via Weixing Road

Duration: 5 minutes

Bicycle

Shared bikes available throughout the area

Duration: 10 minutes

Childrens Park Flowers

Childrens Park Flowers

time16:30-18:00
addressNo 1 Renmin Street Chaoyang District Changchun Jilin Province

Visit Childrens Park known for its beautiful flower displays and family-friendly natural environment

4Day 4 Mountain Nature Reserve

Distance:15 km
Private Car

Best for flexibility and scenic mountain roads

Duration: 25 minutes

Tour Bus

Organized transport with guide commentary

Duration: 35 minutes

Hiking

For adventurous travelers, beautiful forest trails

Duration: 3-4 hours

Forest Picnic

Forest Picnic

time12:00-13:00
addressMountain Forest Area, Changchun, Jilin Province, China

Picnic lunch amidst beautiful natural surroundings

5Day 5 Seasonal Nature Experiences

Distance:4 km
Walking

Explore different neighborhoods and markets

Duration: 45 minutes

directionTaxi

Quick transfer between locations

Duration: 10 minutes

directionBus

Multiple bus routes available

Duration: 20 minutes

Seasonal Park Hopping

Seasonal Park Hopping

time12:00-17:00
addressJingyue Street, Nanguan District, Changchun, Jilin Province

Explore different urban parks focusing on seasonal highlights and special garden features

Distance:6 km
Walking

Leisurely walk through multiple parks

Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

directionTaxi

Efficient for covering larger distances

Duration: 15 minutes

Bicycle

Shared bike system perfect for park hopping

Duration: 25 minutes

Nature Photography

Nature Photography

time18:00-20:00
addressVarious locations throughout Changchun city

Evening nature photography session capturing the golden hour in natural settings

6Day 6 Relaxation and Departure

Distance:8 km
directionTaxi

Flexible for any chosen destination

Duration: 15 minutes

Subway

Use Line 1 or 2 for central locations

Duration: 20 minutes

directionBus

Extensive bus network covers all areas

Duration: 30 minutes

Eco Souvenir Shopping

Eco Souvenir Shopping

time11:30-13:00
addressVarious locations throughout Changchun

Visit local eco-friendly shops and purchase nature-themed souvenirs

Distance:10 km
directionTaxi

Direct to airport or train station

Duration: 20 minutes

Airport Express

Dedicated service to Changchun Longjia Airport

Duration: 25 minutes

Subway

Line 3 connects to main transportation hubs

Duration: 30 minutes

Departure

Departure

time14:00-16:00
addressChangchun Railway Station Area Renmin Street Kuancheng District Changchun Jilin Province

Departure preparations and travel to airport or train station

Things to Do

  • Hike through Jingyuetan National Forest Park
  • Explore the wetlands and bird watching at Nanhu Park
  • Visit the botanical gardens and greenhouses
  • Experience seasonal flower displays at Childrens Park
  • Walk along the Songhua River waterfront
  • Discover local flora at Changchun World Sculpture Park