Yu Garden Tickets & Guide

Yu Garden is in the heart of old Shanghai City. It can be translated to “the Garden of Happiness”. You can easily get there from the Bund Area in Huangpu District.

It was first built in 1559 during the Ming dynasty, but was destroyed by later wars. It was finally recovered and reopened to the public around 1961, becoming popular for its unique design, like pavilions, zigzag bridges, pagodas, etc.

In this guide, let’s get detailed information about how to book Yu Garden Tickets & what to see inside. Follow us and you won’t miss anything precious!

Yu Garden Tickets | Schedule & Ticket Prices

Ready for your trip to Shanghai? Remember to check out the touring schedule of Yu Garden before you go.

 Note: admission ends at 4:00 pm

Now let’s look at the ticket prices according to different seasons of the year. Book Yu Garden Tickets on Trip.com with discounts up to $3!

 Note: always keep your valid ID; the elderly aged 60 + years old, and adults aged over 18 (not inclusive) to under 60 (not inclusive).

Yu Garden Tickets | Transportation

It takes about 13 hours to fly from US cities like Los Angeles directly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). You can choose full-service airlines like Delta, United, or China Eastern.

As one of the best classic gardens in Shanghai (the others are Guyi Garden, Qiuxia Garden, Qushui Garden, and Zuibaichi Park), Yu Garden has the best proximity to the city center.

• It’s accessible by Shanghai’s metro. Take line 10/14 and get off at Yuyuan Garden Station. Then it also takes you about 5 minutes to walk there.
• Buses like 933/926 can take you near Yu Garden as well~

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Yu Garden Tickets | Best Time to Visit

Credit: from brunomaestrini.com | Yu Garden, a classic Chinese garden in downtown Shanghai

It’s so hard to find the best season to visit Yu Garden, since you’ll see it always in its charm no matter what season you come by… that’s the secret of Yu Garden.

I list some of the highlights you might be interested in. Try to make your own decision based on these authentic references.

• Spring (Mar – May): It’s a good season to see plum & cherry blossoms against Ming-era pavilions. Breath in the tea-scented air from Huxinting Teahouse. You can also admire the fragrant corridors, the nine-turn bridge, and spring lantern displays.
• Summer (Jun – Aug): Although the weather is humid but the peacefulness in summer can make you suddenly fling out of the space. Take your time and enjoy the jade-green ponds, feel coolness from “Yulinglong” rock, and maybe hang around the night-lit bazaar~
• Autumn (Sep – Nov): People who love a gilded atmosphere or are nostalgic would love coming to Yu Garden in Autumn. Get a cup of tea at the pavilions and have a little chat with your beloved.
• Winter (Dec – Feb): You can fully enjoy the beauty of the cold that sharpens the wintersweet by lion stones and the snow-dusted rooftops. What a view! Remember to warm up with “xiao long bao” from street stalls~

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Yu Garden Tickets | Layout

Credit: from yugarden official site | The layout of Yu Garden

You can locate it by Google Maps we’ve mentioned above. But what’s inside? Check the layout map of Yu Garden to plan your route better!

Yu Garden occupies an area of 5 hectares/20,000 square meters. It’s divided into 6 main areas laid out in the Suzhou Style: Three Tassel Hall, Chamber of the Ten Thousand Flowers, Heralding Spring Hall, Huijing Hall, Jade Magnificence Hall, and Inner Garden.

Yu Garden Tickets | Highlights

Credit: from citynewsservice.cn | The impressive Dragon Wall

Now we move on to the top 3 must-see spots inside Yu Garden. In case you won’t feel lost, travel with the layout map we’ve mentioned above.

Yu Garden Tickets | The Exquisite Jade Rock

• Location: near Yuhua Hall
• What to see: porous and slender form; one of China’s top famous rocks; reflecting pools nearby
• What’s fun: if you light incense below, smoke swirls out of every crevice….

Yu Garden Tickets | The Grand Rockery

• Location: behind Sansui Hall
• What to see: hidden caves, waterfalls, and the Rolling Rain Tower
• What’s fun: it survived wars and was restored in the 1950s to its original beauty…

Yu Garden Tickets | The Dragon Wall & Dianchun Hall

• Location: near the inner garden
• What to see: the wall winding through bamboo groves; historic exhibit (rebel weapons & coins); wooden carvings of opera scenes
• What’s fun: the rebels hid in Dianchun Hall’s secret compartments during battles…

Yu Garden Tickets | Nearby Attractions

Now you’ve enjoyed the best of Yu Garden. What else can you visit in Shanghai? I’ve listed 3 nearby attractions as references for what to do for extra fun. Check out and make your decisions.

 Tip: combine these nearby attractions with Yu Garden for a day tour of old Shanghai city.

Yu Garden Tickets | Food

Credit: from diningwithoutborders.com | Fresh-fried crispy shrimp

Here you are! Must be starving after hanging around the old Shanghai. Don’t worry! Shanghai will never disappoint you with its colorful cuisine. Fetch these 2 fabulous restaurants near Yu Garden.

Yu Garden Tickets | Shanghai Old Restaurant - Authentic Shanghainese Cuisine

• What to eat:
• • Eight-Treasure Duck: a whole duck stuffed with glutinous rice, chestnuts, and preserved meats
  • Crystal Shrimp: stir-fried fresh river shrimp
  • Osmanthus Sticky Cake: a chewy dessert infused with osmanthus flowers
• Location: 242 Fuyou Road, near Yu Garden
• Opening hours: Lunch: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM; Dinner: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• Telephone: +86 21 6311 1777

Yu Garden Ticket | Lü Bo Lang - A Michelin-recommended restaurant

• What to eat:
• • Eight-Treasure Spicy Sauce: a savory dish with shrimp, chicken, and vegetables in a thick sauce
  • Sweet & Squirrel Mandarin Fish: crispy fried fish in a sweet-and-sour sauce, shaped like a squirrel
  • Crab Roe Soup Dumplings: juicy dumplings filled with crab and pork
• Location: 115 Yuyuan Road, near the Nine-Turn Bridge
• Opening hours: Lunch: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM; dinner: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• Telephone: +86 21 6328 0602

Shanghai Restaurant Recommendation

TASTE OF CHINA Immersive Dining

Located at Shanghai’s historic The Bund · City Hall Plaza, this multi-sensory dining experience blends cutting-edge technology with Chinese culinary tradition. Through dynamic digital art, landscapes like the Yellow River and Li River come alive around—and even on—your plate.

Guided by the panda chef “Cheng BaoBao,” you’ll journey through seven culinary keys exploring China’s rich history and diverse culture. Each dish tells a story, merging flavor, art, and technology.

More than a meal—it’s an immersive encounter. Taste the essence of China, experience its spirit, and leave forever captivated.

TASTE OF CHINA - Opening Hours

Operating Hours: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Two Daily Seatings:

• Lunch Banquet: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
• Dinner Banquet: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

(Costume and styling experience is recommended 2 hours prior to seating)

TASTE OF CHINA - Address

No.LG1-03, Zone E, 215 Middle Jiangxi Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai

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Yu Garden Tickets | Nearby Hotels

Find a place to stay near Yu Garden on Trip.com! Enjoy a new user coupon for nice discounts. Book the best hotel according to your preferences, like the proximity to Yu Garden, free shuttle services, café & bars, etc.