Sakura Park, the premier cherry blossom viewing spot in Ningbo

Where is the best place to view cherry blossoms in Ningbo? The answer most citizens would give is Sakura Park. Located in Yinzhou District, it is directly accessible by taking either Metro Line 1 or Line 3, with the station itself named Sakura Park, leading right into the park. The park is bordered by the eastern section of Zhongshan Road to the south, Zhongxing Road to the east, and the Hou Tang River to the north, covering an area of 51 acres. It is an ecological park rich in natural features. Within the park, there are wedding pavilions, galleries, and a scenic pedestrian bridge that connects the north and south banks. The park is dominated by cherry blossom woods and large lawns, blending Eastern garden art with the harmony of humans and nature. There are 26 varieties of cherry blossoms planted in the park, including Somei Yoshino, Ganzan, and China Red. The park creates characteristic thematic landscapes such as cherry blossom rain at the entrance, cherry blossom-lined paths, large cherry blossom lawns, and cherry blossom woods, complemented by sweet osmanthus, Chinese tallow trees, and Nata oak among other evergreen and autumnal deciduous trees, forming a plant landscape with clear distinctions between the four seasons. In summer, the trees provide ample shade, while in winter, the sun shines brightly. Every year in March and April, the cherry blossoms in the park bloom spectacularly. 📍Detailed address: 705 Zhongshan East Road, Yinzhou District, Ningbo City, Zhejiang Province Ticket price: Free ⏳Time reference: 1 hour