Xiamen Botanical Garden 厦门园林植物园

A large hillside garden famous for its rainforest boardwalk, xeriscape plants and giant stone carvings.

Xiamen Botanical Garden
Insider tip

Take the internal sightseeing shuttle to the rainforest world, then walk downhill.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to book Xiamen Botanical Garden in advance?

Yes — real-name online timed reservation/purchase is required, bookable 1–7 days ahead (earlier advised for holidays) until sold out, via the official '厦门园林植物园' WeChat account/mini-program (other mainstream travel platforms also sell tickets). Enter by scanning the QR code or swiping the ID card used for booking; each ticket is single use. Concession/free-ticket visitors buy or validate on site. Passport booking for foreigners is not stated.

What are the opening hours of Xiamen Botanical Garden?

06:30–18:00

How much is a ticket to Xiamen Botanical Garden?

About ¥30. Adult full-price ticket CNY 30; half-price CNY 15 for students / 60–64 seniors / minors 6–18 / Xiamen union members / dependents of active-duty military; free for children under 6 or ≤1.40 m, seniors 65+, active/retired military, disabled, police, religious adherents with certificates and other listed groups. Ticket covers the whole garden including the Flower Garden/West Hill Garden area. Sightseeing bus is charged separately (CNY 10 day pass, or CNY 5 single ride). Discounted online prices (e.g. from CNY 29) sometimes available.

How long do I need at Xiamen Botanical Garden?

Plan about 3 hours.

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