Century Park is a large public park in Pudong, Shanghai, at 409 Huamu Road. Its lakes, lawns, wooded paths and flower gardens give you room to walk, jog or pause outdoors. In spring, cherry blossoms add seasonal colour; wintersweet and plum blossoms are another draw in February. The park also has areas for cycling, boating and children’s activities, along with gardens shaped by Chinese, Japanese and British design. It suits a slower day outdoors, especially for families or anyone looking for open space in the city.
A large park in Pudong
Century Park is in Shanghai’s Pudong district, at 409 Huamu Road. Completed in 2000, it is the city’s largest park. Its design brings together Chinese, Japanese and British landscape styles, with open lawns, tree-lined paths, ponds and planted areas.
The park is divided into distinct areas for sightseeing and recreation. These include forested sections, flower gardens, a bird-protection area, a lake district and an international garden area. There are also open lawns and a more rustic district, so a walk can take you through quite different scenery without leaving the park.
Flowers through the seasons
Spring brings cherry blossoms, while February is a time to look for plum and wintersweet flowers. The wintersweet has red, green, white and pink blossoms, arranged along branches that may grow straight or in twisting forms. The flower gardens and changing seasonal displays give the park a reason to return at a different time of year.
Lakes and ponds are a constant part of the scenery. The park’s broad paths pass through planted areas and along the water, with space for a quiet stroll, a jog or a break on the grass. Its scale means that a visit can involve plenty of walking; pedal vehicles and electric vehicles are options for covering longer distances.
Activities for families and outdoor time
Century Park has several ways to spend time outside. You can cycle, fly a kite, picnic or take a boat out on the lake. Fishing is allowed in designated areas. A children’s recreation area and amusement rides add options for families, while a green maze and mini golf course are among the other activities noted inside the park.
Food stands near the water provide snacks and refreshments. If you plan to settle in on the lawns, bring a mat; camping mats and tents are suggested for relaxing in the park. For a visit focused on flowers, choose the season that suits the blooms you want to see. For cooler weather and fewer crowds, late November is another suggested time to go.
FAQ
Where is Century Park in Shanghai?
It is in Pudong at 409 Huamu Road, Shanghai.
When can you see blossoms at Century Park?
Cherry blossoms appear in spring. February is a suggested time to see plum and wintersweet blossoms.
What can you do at Century Park?
You can walk, jog, cycle, picnic, fly a kite, take a boat on the lake or visit recreation areas for children. Fishing is allowed in designated areas.
