Explore the Rainforest in Shanghai! A Guide to Visiting the Shanghai Greenhouse Garden

There is a greenhouse garden in Shanghai that will transport you to another world. Here, you can not only encounter a wonderful world of plants, but also enjoy a feast of food and scenery. Below is a super practical guide to visiting the Shanghai Greenhouse Garden! Explore the Winter Wonderland! A Guide to the Three Pavilions 1. "Desert Mirage" Desert Maze: Enter Pavilion 1, and the 30-ton Bodhi tree will immediately catch your eye. The pavilion is home to many desert plants, including an 800-year-old olive tree, a giant column cactus, and a trilobite fossil model. Scan the QR code to listen to the explanation and experience the fun of being a botanist. 2. "Cloud Forest" Underwater Fantasy: Fish swim through the glass tunnel above your head, and a waterfall can be seen through the cave. Stand on the V-shaped elevated platform and overlook the rainforest, where ferns cover the canopy, as if you were in the world of Avatar. If you are bringing children, don't miss the free water play pool, surrounded by tropical flowers, where you can relax by walking barefoot in the water. 3. "Cloud Canyon" Orchid Storm: The orchid pillar in Pavilion 3 is stunning, with a design similar to that of Singapore. The 10-meter-high flower waterfall is a great photo spot, and the butterfly orchid wall is a must-see during the Spring Festival. The best time to take photos is at 3 pm when the sunlight is slanting, creating a beautiful light and shadow effect. Tips for Visiting and Eating! Nearby Food Recommendations • Easter egg in the park: The "Jingle Jungle" cafe in the visitor center is a great place to enjoy a hot latte while admiring the snowy scenery of the Twin Mountains, creating a perfect winter atmosphere. • Local secret: Take a 10-minute taxi ride to "Yuyuan Green Wave Corridor" and order the sweet and sour pork ribs and eight-treasure spicy sauce set meal for an average of CNY 60 per person. Sit by the window and enjoy the night view of the Nine-Bend Bridge, which is a great value for money. • Trip.com recommendation: The 267-meter revolving restaurant in the Oriental Pearl Tower offers a lunch buffet for CNY 298 per person, where you can enjoy a 360° view of the Huangpu River and eat lobster and steak. Remember to book a window seat 3 days in advance. Money-saving Tips! Free Ticket & Transportation Guide 1. Early bird tickets: Get a 50% discount on tickets (original price CNY 98) 7 days in advance on the official website, which can be used on holidays. Seniors over 60 years old can get a 50% discount. 2. Avoiding public transportation pitfalls: Exit 4 of Metro Line 13 at Expo Avenue Station is a 10-minute walk away, saving you CNY 30 compared to taking a taxi. 3. Hidden free area: The "Twin Mountains" in the Expo Cultural Park are free to climb, and you can overlook the entire greenhouse from the top of the mountain. The panoramic view at sunset is stunning. 4. Save on souvenirs: The "Giant Column" ice cream in the park costs CNY 25 each, while the same ice cream at the convenience store to the right of the exit costs only CNY 15, saving you enough money to buy two packs of red-scaled fish. Interactive Time! Share the most beautiful corner of the greenhouse garden you captured in the comments section, and the top 3 likes will each receive a Shanghai butterfly orchid potted plant (free shipping)! Follow me to unlock the "Hidden Rainforest in Shanghai Mall" - a free guide to the Nanxiang Forest! (I spent less than CNY 200 on the whole trip! Click on my homepage to see the detailed bill👉)